11 Night British Isles: Ireland & Scotland (Southampton Roundtrip)
Norwegian Sky
Norwegian Sky
May 17, 2026
11 Night British Isles: Ireland & Scotland

Norwegian Sky - 5/17/2026

The May 17, 2026 cruise on the Norwegian Sky departs from Southampton (London), England. On this 11 Night British Isles: Ireland & Scotland (Southampton Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 9 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Sky sets sail on Sunday, May 17th and returns on Thursday, May 28th.

Cruise Length
11
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Southampton
England
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
2

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Norwegian Sky - May 17, 2026 - 11 Nights

DayDatePort
1May 17thSouthampton (London), England
2May 18thLe Havre (Paris), France
3May 19thAt Sea
4May 20thNewhaven Harbour (edinburgh), Scotland
5May 21stKirkwall, Orkney Islands, Scotland
6May 22ndPortree, Isle Of Skye, Scotland
7May 23rdBelfast, Northern Ireland
8May 24thDun Laoghaire (dublin), Ireland
9May 25thAt Sea
10May 26thIjmuiden (amsterdam), Netherlands
11May 27thZeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium
12May 28thSouthampton (London), England

The Norwegian Sky sails on May 17, 2026 for a 11 Night British Isles: Ireland & Scotland (Southampton Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Southampton (London), England at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Southampton (London), England on May 28th at 5:00 AM. During the 12-day journey, the Norwegian Sky will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Sky Size Infographic

Norwegian Sky

78 k
tonnage
832 ft
length
1999
year built
1,002
cabins
2,004
passengers
899
crew

NORWEGIAN SKY SIZE

The Sky has a construction date of 1999 and a total size of 77,104 gross tons. The ship measures 832 feet (254 meters) in length. Norwegian Sky is included in Norwegian’s Sun Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Sky holds 2,903 passengers. That includes 2,004 cruise vacationers and 899 staff members. The Sky total number of staterooms is 1,002.

Norwegian Sky Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:77,104 GT
  • Length:832 ft (254 m)
  • Beam:123 ft (37 m)
  • Draft:26 ft (8 m)
  • Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
  • Year Built:1999
  • Years Served:1999 - Present
  • Capacity:2,004
  • Crew Members:899
  • Total on Board:2,903
  • Total Staterooms:1,002
  • Flagged Country:Bahamas
  • Ship Cost:330 Million
  • Status:active

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Cruise Ports

Day1
MAY 172026
England, United Kingdom
D:4:00 PM

Southampton (London), England, offers docking at Southampton Port with excursions to London. Travelers explore Tower of London and Buckingham Palace. Excursions visit Stonehenge. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures historic landmarks and Solent vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, an English favorite. Souvenirs, like tea crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Anglo-Saxon history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Southampton’s urban gateway offers a vibrant English stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and historic sites, making Southampton an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day2
MAY 182026
France
A:6:30 AMD:9:00 PM

Le Havre (Paris), France, offers docking at Le Havre Port with excursions to Paris. Travelers explore Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum. Excursions visit Normandy’s D-Day beaches. Local markets sell crêpes. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures Parisian landmarks and Seine vistas. Dining onboard includes coq au vin, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like beret crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light layers and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Le Havre’s urban gateway offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and historic beaches, making Le Havre an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day3
MAY 192026
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!

Day4
MAY 202026
Scotland, United Kingdom
A:7:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Newhaven Harbour (Edinburgh), Scotland, offers docking at Newhaven Port with excursions to Edinburgh. Travelers explore Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile. Excursions visit Holyrood Palace. Local markets sell shortbread. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures medieval castles and Georgian architecture. Dining onboard includes haggis, a Scottish favorite. Souvenirs, like tartan scarves, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Scottish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Newhaven’s access to Edinburgh offers a vibrant Scottish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks, cultural heritage, and scenic beauty, making Newhaven an engaging gateway to explore Scotland’s capital and its rich traditions.

Day5
MAY 212026
Scotland, United Kingdom
A:9:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, Scotland, has docking at Kirkwall Port. Travelers explore Skara Brae’s Neolithic ruins and St. Magnus Cathedral. Excursions visit Ring of Brodgar’s stone circle. Local markets sell Orkney cheese. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures ancient sites and rugged coasts. Dining onboard includes bannocks, an Orkney staple. Souvenirs, like wool crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Neolithic history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the cool climate. Comfortable shoes enhance ruin tours. Kirkwall’s ancient heritage offers a vibrant Scottish stop, blending history with coastal charm.

Day6
MAY 222026
England, United Kingdom
A:9:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Portree, Isle of Skye, Scotland, provides docking at Portree Port. Travelers explore colorful harbor houses and Old Man of Storr’s cliffs. Excursions visit Dunvegan Castle. Local markets sell shortbread. The peak season, May to September, brings milder weather for island tours. Photography captures Highland landscapes and Skye vistas. Dining onboard includes Cullen skink, a Scottish favorite. Souvenirs, like tartan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Clan history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance hikes. Portree’s rugged charm offers a vibrant Scottish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic landscapes, historic castles, and Highland culture, making Portree an engaging destination for exploring Skye’s natural beauty.

Day7
MAY 232026
A:8:00 AMD:7:00 PM

Belfast, Northern Ireland, offers docking at Belfast Port. Travelers explore Titanic Belfast and Giant’s Causeway. Excursions visit Ulster Museum. Local markets sell Ulster fry. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures basalt columns and Irish Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes Irish stew, a Northern Irish favorite. Souvenirs, like linen crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Celtic history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance causeway hikes. Belfast’s cultural charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of industrial heritage and scenic coasts, making Belfast an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day8
MAY 242026
A:7:00 AMD:6:00 PM

Dun Laoghaire (Dublin), Ireland, has docking at Dun Laoghaire Harbour. Travelers stroll the Victorian pier. Excursions explore Powerscourt Estate’s gardens. Local markets sell Irish cheese. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures Dublin Bay. Dining onboard includes boxty. Souvenirs, like shamrock trinkets, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover maritime history. Light layers suit temperate conditions. Dun Laoghaire’s coastal charm offers a serene Irish stop near Dublin.

Day9
MAY 252026
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!

Day10
MAY 262026
Netherlands
A:11:30 AMD:7:30 PM

Ijmuiden, Netherlands, has docking at Ijmuiden Port with excursions to Amsterdam. Travelers explore Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum and canal cruises. Excursions visit Zaanse Schans’ windmills. Local markets sell stroopwafels. The peak season, April to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures canals and historic facades. Dining onboard includes bitterballen, a Dutch snack. Souvenirs, like Delft pottery, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dutch Golden Age. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Ijmuiden’s access to Amsterdam offers a vibrant Dutch stop, blending culture with canal charm.

Day11
MAY 272026
Belgium
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium, offers docking at Zeebrugge Port with excursions to Bruges. Travelers explore Bruges’ Belfry and Markt Square. Excursions visit Ghent’s cathedral. Local markets sell waffles. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval canals and North Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes moules-frites, a Belgian favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Flemish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance cobblestone walks. Zeebrugge’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Belgian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic canals, making Zeebrugge an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day12
MAY 282026
England, United Kingdom
A:5:00 AM

Southampton (London), England, offers docking at Southampton Port with excursions to London. Travelers explore Tower of London and Buckingham Palace. Excursions visit Stonehenge. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures historic landmarks and Solent vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, an English favorite. Souvenirs, like tea crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Anglo-Saxon history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Southampton’s urban gateway offers a vibrant English stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and historic sites, making Southampton an engaging destination. (126 words)