Norwegian Joy itinerary map for August 30, 2027
Norwegian Joy
Norwegian Joy
August 30, 2027
9 Night Alaska: Glacier Bay Skagway & Juneau

Norwegian Joy August 30, 2027

The Norwegian Joy August 30, 2027 cruise departs from Seattle, Washington. On this 9 Night Alaska: Glacier Bay Skagway & Juneau (Seattle Roundtrip) sailing, the Norwegian Joy will visit a total of 8 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Monday, Aug 30th and returns on Wednesday, Sep 8th, 2027.

Cruise Length
9
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Seattle
Washington
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
2
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Norwegian Joy · August 30, 2027

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Average price: $1,550
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Norwegian Joy · August 30, 2027

The Norwegian Joy sails on August 30, 2027 for a 9 Night Alaska: Glacier Bay Skagway & Juneau (Seattle Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Seattle, Washington at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Seattle, Washington on Sep 8th at 6:00 AM. During the 11-day journey, the Norwegian Joy will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

9 Night Alaska: Glacier Bay Skagway & Juneau (Seattle Roundtrip)

  • AUG30
    Seattle, Washington
    Seattle, Washington
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • AUG31
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP01
    Ketchikan, Alaska
    Ketchikan, Alaska
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP02
    Sitka, Alaska
    Sitka, Alaska
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP03
    Skagway, Alaska
    Skagway, Alaska
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • SEP04
    Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska
    Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska
    A: 5:00 PM - D: 10:00 PM
  • AUG30
    Cruise Glacier Bay
    Cruise Glacier Bay
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP05
    Juneau, Alaska
    Juneau, Alaska
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • SEP06
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP07
    Victoria, British Columbia
    Victoria, British Columbia
    A: 4:00 PM - D: 11:59 PM
  • SEP08
    Seattle, Washington
    Seattle, Washington
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

August 30, 2027 · 9 Night Alaska: Glacier Bay Skagway & Juneau (Seattle Roundtrip)

Seattle, Washington
Day 1•Monday, Aug 30

Seattle, Washington

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 PM

Seattle, Washington, offers docking at Pier 91. Travelers explore Pike Place Market and Space Needle. Excursions include whale-watching in Puget Sound. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban landmarks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes Dungeness crab, a Washington favorite. Souvenirs, like native crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Seattle’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic markets and scenic waterways, making Seattle an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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At Sea
Day 2•Tuesday, Aug 31

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Ketchikan, Alaska
Day 3•Wednesday, Sep 1

Ketchikan, Alaska

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Ketchikan, Alaska, offers docking at Ketchikan Port. Travelers explore Totem Bight Park and Creek Street. Excursions include Misty Fjords flights. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures totem poles and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes halibut, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like Tlingit crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Native Alaskan history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance historic walks. Ketchikan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of native heritage and scenic fjords, making Ketchikan an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Sitka, Alaska
Day 4•Thursday, Sep 2

Sitka, Alaska

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Sitka, Alaska, offers docking at Sitka Port. Travelers explore Sitka National Historical Park and St. Michael’s Cathedral. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures totem poles and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes halibut, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like Tlingit crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Russian history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance park walks. Sitka’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of native heritage and scenic fjords, making Sitka an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Skagway, Alaska
Day 5•Friday, Sep 3

Skagway, Alaska

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Skagway, Alaska, offers docking at Skagway Port. Travelers explore Klondike Gold Rush Park and White Pass Railway. Excursions include hiking Chilkoot Trail. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic railways and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes king crab, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like gold-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Gold Rush history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance trail hikes. Skagway’s historic charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of gold rush heritage and scenic mountains, making Skagway an engaging destination. (126 words)

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Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska
Day 6•Saturday, Sep 4

Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska

Arrival: 5:00 PM•Departure: 10:00 PM

Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska, offers docking at Icy Strait Point. Travelers explore Hoonah’s Tlingit culture and Chichagof Island. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures totem poles and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes halibut, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like Tlingit crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Huna Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance forest walks. Icy Strait Point’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of native heritage and marine wildlife, making Icy Strait Point an engaging destination. (126 words)

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Cruise Glacier Bay
Day 6•Monday, Aug 30

Cruise Glacier Bay

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Cruise Glacier Bay, Alaska, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Margerie Glacier and humpback whales from the ship. Excursions include ranger-led tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for glacier tours. Photography captures icebergs and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like glacier crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while binoculars enhance wildlife spotting. Glacier Bay’s natural allure offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of glacial landscapes and marine wildlife, making Glacier Bay an engaging destination. (126 words)

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Juneau, Alaska
Day 7•Sunday, Sep 5

Juneau, Alaska

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Juneau, Alaska, offers docking at Juneau Port. Travelers explore Mendenhall Glacier and Mount Roberts Tramway. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures glaciers and Inside Passage vistas. Dining onboard includes king crab, an Alaskan favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Tlingit history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance glacier hikes. Juneau’s natural charm offers a vibrant Alaskan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning glaciers and marine wildlife, making Juneau an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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At Sea
Day 8•Monday, Sep 6

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Victoria, British Columbia
Day 9•Tuesday, Sep 7

Victoria, British Columbia

Arrival: 4:00 PM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, offers docking at Ogden Point Port. Travelers explore Butchart Gardens and Craigdarroch Castle. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell Nanaimo bars. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures floral gardens and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes salmon, a BC favorite. Souvenirs, like totem crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance garden walks. Victoria’s scenic charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural beauty and historic landmarks, making Victoria an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Seattle, Washington
Day 10•Wednesday, Sep 8

Seattle, Washington

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Seattle, Washington, offers docking at Pier 91. Travelers explore Pike Place Market and Space Needle. Excursions include whale-watching in Puget Sound. Local markets sell smoked salmon. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban landmarks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes Dungeness crab, a Washington favorite. Souvenirs, like native crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Salish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Seattle’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic markets and scenic waterways, making Seattle an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

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Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

Itinerary Safety Rank
86 / 100
safer than 86% of all cruises
86
7
/ 10
Seattle, Washington
Seattle
Travelers in Seattle should stay vigilant and secure their belongings, as some downtown areas may have higher risks of petty theft.
8
/ 10
Ketchikan, Alaska
Ketchikan
Ketchikan offers a safe environment for travelers with a strong police presence, low crime rates, and standard precautions advised for wildlife.
9
/ 10
Sitka, Alaska
Sitka
Sitka, Alaska, offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, but it's advisable to remain aware of your surroundings.
9
/ 10
Skagway, Alaska
Skagway
Skagway is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, though travelers should exercise caution in isolated areas.
9
/ 10
Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska
Icy Strait
Icy Strait Point offers a secure environment for tourists with low crime rates, controlled access, and protocols to manage wildlife encounters.
10
/ 10
Cruise Glacier Bay
Glacier Bay
Passengers remain aboard their cruise ships in Glacier Bay, ensuring a safe experience while enjoying the scenic views.
8
/ 10
Juneau, Alaska
Juneau
Juneau is a safe cruise destination with low crime, good infrastructure, and designated tourist areas, but be cautious of environmental hazards.
9
/ 10
Victoria, British Columbia
Victoria
Victoria offers a safe environment for travelers, with low crime rates and strong police presence in tourist areas.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Joy

⚓ Tonnage

167,725

vs avg 123,300

🛠️ Year Built

2,017

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

1,094

vs avg 994

👥 Passenger Count

3,804

vs avg 3,120

The Joy has a construction date of 2017 and a total size of 167,725 gross tons. The ship measures 1,094 feet in length. Norwegian Joy is included in Norwegian’s Breakaway Plus class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Joy holds 3,804 passengers. That includes 1,983 cruise vacationers and 1,821 staff members. The Joy total number of staterooms is 1,902.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Norwegian Joy sailing on August 30, 2027?

This is a 9-night cruise itinerary departing from Seattle, Washington.

What ports does the Norwegian Joy visit on the August 30, 2027 cruise?

This route includes seattle-washington, ketchikan-alaska, sitka-alaska, skagway-alaska, icy-strait-point-alaska, cruise-glacier-bay, juneau-alaska, victoria-british-columbia.

How many sea days are included on this Norwegian Joy August 30, 2027 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Norwegian Joy sailing on August 30, 2027?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Norwegian Joy itinerary?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.

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