Norwegian Pearl itinerary map for January 2, 2026 (11 nights)
Norwegian Pearl itinerary map for January 2, 2026 (11 nights)
11 nights · 8 ports
Round-trip · Miami, Florida
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Norwegian Pearl
January 2, 2026

11-Night Panama Canal: Mexico Costa Rica & Belize aboard Norwegian Pearl · Departing January 2, 2026 from the Port of Miami, Florida.

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This 11-night cruise aboard the Pearl departs from Miami, Florida on Friday, January 2, 2026 and returns on Tuesday, Jan 13th. January weather across this route averages 84°/64°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.7 out of 10, averaged across 8 ports.

Cruise Length
11
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Miami
Florida
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
4

Cruise Price - Norwegian Pearl January 2, 2026

Norwegian Pearl · January 2, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Pearl cruise ship departing January 2, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $759 ($69 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,203 ($110 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 37%.

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Inside
$759
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Oceanview
$829
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Balcony
$1,329
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Suite
$1,559

Price History – Norwegian Pearl January 2, 2026

inside cabin
Norwegian Pearl
January 2, 2026
$759
37% vs avg: $1,203

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 11 Night Panama Canal: Mexico Costa Rica & Belize (Miami Roundtrip)

Norwegian Pearl · January 2, 2026

The Norwegian Pearl sails on January 2, 2026 for a 11 Night Panama Canal: Mexico Costa Rica & Belize (Miami Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on Jan 13th at 7:00 AM. During the 13-day journey, the Norwegian Pearl will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

11 Night Panama Canal: Mexico Costa Rica & Belize (Miami Roundtrip)

  • JAN02
    Miami, Florida
    Miami, Florida
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN03
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN04
    Ocho Rios, Jamaica
    Ocho Rios, Jamaica
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN05
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN06
    Cartagena, Colombia
    Cartagena, Colombia
    A: 5:00 AM - D: 1:00 PM
  • JAN07
    Colon, Panama
    Colon, Panama
    A: 4:00 PM - D: 7:00 PM
  • JAN07
    Cruise Gatun Lake (inside Panama Canal)
    Cruise Gatun Lake (inside Panama Canal)
    A: 4:00 AM - D: 2:00 PM
  • JAN08
    Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
    Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN09
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN10
    Harvest Caye, Belize
    Harvest Caye, Belize
    A: 8:30 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN11
    Cozumel, Mexico
    Cozumel, Mexico
    A: 11:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN12
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN13
    Miami, Florida
    Miami, Florida
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Norwegian Pearl Cruise Ports

January 2, 2026 · 11 Night Panama Canal: Mexico Costa Rica & Belize (Miami Roundtrip)

Miami, Florida — Day 1 of Norwegian Pearl January 2, 2026 cruise
Day 1•Friday, Jan 2

Miami, Florida

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 2 at sea — Norwegian Pearl January 2, 2026 itinerary
Day 2•Saturday, Jan 3

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Pearl — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, Private Sun Deck, Bliss Ultra Lounge & Photo Gallery.

Ocho Rios, Jamaica — Day 3 of Norwegian Pearl January 2, 2026 cruise
Day 3•Sunday, Jan 4

Ocho Rios, Jamaica

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Ocho Rios, Jamaica, offers docking at Ocho Rios Port. Travelers explore Dunn’s River Falls and Mystic Mountain. Excursions include bobsledding and ziplining. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures waterfalls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ackee and saltfish, a Jamaican favorite. Souvenirs, like reggae crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance waterfall climbs. Ocho Rios’ adventurous allure offers a vibrant Jamaican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and thrilling activities, making Ocho Rios an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 4 at sea — Norwegian Pearl January 2, 2026 itinerary
Day 4•Monday, Jan 5

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Pearl — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, Private Sun Deck, Bliss Ultra Lounge & Photo Gallery.

Cartagena, Colombia — Day 5 of Norwegian Pearl January 2, 2026 cruise
Day 5•Tuesday, Jan 6

Cartagena, Colombia

Arrival: 5:00 AM•Departure: 1:00 PM

Cartagena, Colombia, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore San Felipe Castle and Old Town’s colorful streets. Excursions include Rosario Islands snorkeling. Local markets sell arepas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial walls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Colombian favorite. Souvenirs, like emerald crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Spanish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Colombian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic islands, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Colon, Panama — Day 6 of Norwegian Pearl January 2, 2026 cruise
Day 6•Wednesday, Jan 7

Colon, Panama

Arrival: 4:00 PM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Colón, Panama, offers docking at Colón Port. Travelers explore Gatun Locks and Fort San Lorenzo. Excursions include Emberá village tours. Local markets sell sancocho. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canal locks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kuna history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance jungle walks. Colón’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Panamanian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of canal engineering and indigenous heritage, making Colón an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Cruise Gatun Lake (inside Panama Canal) — Day 6 of Norwegian Pearl January 2, 2026 cruise
Day 6•Wednesday, Jan 7

Cruise Gatun Lake (inside Panama Canal)

Arrival: 4:00 AM•Departure: 2:00 PM

Cruise Gatun Lake (Inside Panama Canal), Panama, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Gatun Lake and Barro Colorado Island from the ship. Excursions include canal history tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for lake cruising. Photography captures rainforest shores and canal vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover canal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while binoculars enhance wildlife viewing. Gatun Lake’s natural allure offers a vibrant Panamanian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of engineering feats and scenic lakes, making Gatun Lake an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Puerto Limon, Costa Rica — Day 7 of Norwegian Pearl January 2, 2026 cruise
Day 7•Thursday, Jan 8

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica, offers docking at Puerto Limon Port. Travelers explore Tortuguero Canals and Veragua Rainforest. Excursions include sloth sanctuary tours. Local markets sell gallo pinto. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures jungle canals and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes casado, a Costa Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like coffee crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bribri history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rainforest walks. Puerto Limon’s natural charm offers a vibrant Costa Rican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and scenic canals, making Puerto Limon an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 8 at sea — Norwegian Pearl January 2, 2026 itinerary
Day 8•Friday, Jan 9

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Pearl — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, Private Sun Deck, Bliss Ultra Lounge & Photo Gallery.

Harvest Caye, Belize — Day 9 of Norwegian Pearl January 2, 2026 cruise
Day 9•Saturday, Jan 10

Harvest Caye, Belize

Arrival: 8:30 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Harvest Caye, Belize (Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore lagoon beaches and coral reefs. Excursions include kayaking and zip-lining. Local markets sell fry jacks. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures mangroves and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes rice and beans, a Belizean favorite. Souvenirs, like mahogany crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Harvest Caye’s island allure offers a vibrant Belizean stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of resort activities and marine beauty, making Harvest Caye an engaging destination for relaxation.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Cozumel, Mexico — Day 10 of Norwegian Pearl January 2, 2026 cruise
Day 10•Sunday, Jan 11

Cozumel, Mexico

Arrival: 11:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Cozumel, Mexico, offers docking at Cozumel Port. Travelers explore Chankanaab Park and San Gervasio ruins. Excursions include snorkeling at Palancar Reef. Local markets sell tacos. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like Mayan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cozumel’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Cozumel an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 11 at sea — Norwegian Pearl January 2, 2026 itinerary
Day 11•Monday, Jan 12

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Pearl — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, Private Sun Deck, Bliss Ultra Lounge & Photo Gallery.

Weather Forecast

Norwegian Pearl - January 2, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Miami, Florida

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January

Typical Weather

80°F

Average High

43°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.06in

Daily average

1.7 in monthly total

Norwegian Pearl Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

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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
67 / 100
safer than 67% of all cruises
67
7
/ 10
Miami, Florida
Miami
Travelers should remain vigilant and safeguard belongings in Miami, as certain neighborhoods may have higher crime rates, especially after dark.
6
/ 10
Ocho Rios, Jamaica
Ocho Rios
Travelers in Ocho Rios should stay in tourist zones and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime and scams.
6
/ 10
Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena
Travelers in Cartagena should stay vigilant, avoid displaying valuables, and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime.
5
/ 10
Colon, Panama
Colon
Travelers in Colon, Panama, should stay vigilant against crime, avoid less populated areas, and consider organized tours for safety.
10
/ 10
Cruise Gatun Lake (inside Panama Canal)
Gatun Lake
Travelers can safely enjoy Gatun Lake's beauty from their cruise ship, as the area is well-monitored and secure.
6
/ 10
Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
Puerto Limon
Travelers to Puerto Limon should stay vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours for a safer experience.
8
/ 10
Harvest Caye, Belize
Harvest Caye
Harvest Caye features controlled access and strong security measures, ensuring a safe environment for travelers to enjoy their visit.
7
/ 10
Cozumel, Mexico
Cozumel
Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Pearl

⚓ Tonnage

93,530

vs avg 123,300

🛠️ Year Built

2,006

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

965

vs avg 994

👥 Passenger Count

2,394

vs avg 3,120

The Pearl has a construction date of 2006 and a total size of 93,530 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet in length. Norwegian Pearl is included in Norwegian’s Jewel class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Pearl holds 2,394 passengers. That includes 1,322 cruise vacationers and 1,072 staff members. The Pearl total number of staterooms is 1,197.

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Norwegian Pearl January 2, 2026 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Norwegian Pearl January 2, 2026 cruise?▾

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What's the weather like on the Norwegian Pearl January 2, 2026 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 11-night route, January averages 84°F highs and 64°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the January 2, 2026 Norwegian Pearl itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 6.7 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 8 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Norwegian Pearl sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Norwegian Pearl departs Miami, Florida on Friday, January 2, 2026 at 3:00 PM and returns on Tuesday, Jan 13th, 2026 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 11 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Norwegian Pearl sailing on January 2, 2026?▾

Cruise director assignment for this sail date is not currently confirmed in our records.

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Last Updated: May 21, 2026