5 Night Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic (Miami Rountrip)
Norwegian Joy
Norwegian Joy
October 23, 2026
5 Night Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic

Norwegian Joy - 10/23/2026

The October 23, 2026 cruise on the Norwegian Joy departs from Miami, Florida. On this 5 Night Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic (Miami Rountrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 3 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Joy sets sail on Friday, Oct 23rd and returns on Wednesday, Oct 28th.

Cruise Length
5
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Miami
Florida
Port Stops
3
Sea Days
2

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Joy cruise ship departing October 23, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $696 ($140 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $691 ($139 per night), this represents a recent increase of 1%.

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Norwegian Joy - October 23, 2026 - 5 Nights

DayDatePort
1Oct 23rdMiami, Florida
2Oct 24thAt Sea
3Oct 25thPuerto Plata, Dominican Republic
4Oct 26thAt Sea
5Oct 27thGreat Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas
6Oct 28thMiami, Florida

The Norwegian Joy sails on October 23, 2026 for a 5 Night Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic (Miami Rountrip). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on Oct 28th at 7:00 AM. During the 6-day journey, the Norwegian Joy will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Joy Size Infographic

Norwegian Joy

168 k
tonnage
1,094 ft
length
2017
year built
1,902
cabins
3,804
passengers
1,821
crew

NORWEGIAN JOY SIZE

The Joy has a construction date of 2017 and a total size of 167,725 gross tons. The ship measures 1,094 feet (333 meters) in length. Norwegian Joy is included in Norwegian’s Breakaway Plus Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Joy holds 5,625 passengers. That includes 3,804 cruise vacationers and 1,821 staff members. The Joy total number of staterooms is 1,902.

Norwegian Joy Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:167,725 GT
  • Length:1,094 ft (333 m)
  • Beam:136 ft (41 m)
  • Draft:29 ft (9 m)
  • Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
  • Year Built:2017
  • Years Served:2017 - Present
  • Capacity:3,804
  • Crew Members:1,821
  • Total on Board:5,625
  • Total Staterooms:1,902
  • Flagged Country:Bahamas
  • Ship Cost:920 Million
  • Status:active

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Cruise Ports

Day1
OCT 232026
United States
D:4:00 PM

Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast. (126 words)

Day2
OCT 242026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day3
OCT 252026
A:9:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, provides docking at Puerto Plata Port. Travelers explore Amber Museum and Mount Isabel de Torres. Excursions include snorkeling at Sosúa Beach. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like amber jewelry, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Puerto Plata’s vibrant charm offers a dynamic Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites, scenic beaches, and Caribbean culture, making Puerto Plata an engaging destination for exploration.

Day4
OCT 262026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day5
OCT 272026
A:7:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas (Cruise Line Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore Bertram’s Cove and cabana areas. Excursions include snorkeling at coral reefs. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures palm-lined beaches and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Great Stirrup Cay’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of serene beaches and marine activities, making Great Stirrup Cay an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day6
OCT 282026
United States
A:7:00 AM

Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast. (126 words)