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Norwegian Sky itinerary map for August 30, 2026 (11 nights)
Norwegian Sky itinerary map for August 30, 2026 (11 nights)
11 nights · 9 ports
Round-trip · Barcelona, Spain
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Norwegian Sky
August 30, 2026

11-Night British Isles: Ireland & Scotland aboard Norwegian Sky · Departing August 30, 2026 from the Port of Barcelona, Spain.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 11-night cruise aboard the Sky departs from Barcelona, Spain on Sunday, August 30, 2026 and returns on Thursday, Sep 10th. August weather across this route averages 94°/66°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.3 out of 10, averaged across 9 ports. Balcony cabins rose $116 on Apr 8.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.3OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 73% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
11
night cruise
Sun → Thu
02
Barcelona
departure port
Spain
03
9
port stops
Ireland
04
1
sea day
Day 6
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The Norwegian Sky, operated by Norwegian Cruise Line, sets sail on Sunday, August 30, 2026 from Barcelona, Spain for a 11-night British Isles: Ireland & Scotland cruise. This itinerary includes 9 unique port stops and 1 day at sea. August weather across the route averages 94°F highs and 66°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.3 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Norwegian Sky sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Norwegian Sky August 30, 2026 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Norwegian Sky August 30, 2026 Price & Tracking

NORWEGIAN SKY·AUGUST 30, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Sky cruise ship departing August 30, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $2,137 ($195 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,123 ($193 per night), this represents a recent increase of 1%.

Norwegian Sky cruise departing August 30, 202611-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $2,137 ($195 per night). Average price: $2,123.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
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Avg $2,122
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Norwegian Sky · August 30, 2026
$2,137
$195 per night · 11 nights
1% above average
Avg $2,122

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// 03 · ITINERARY

11 Night British Isles: Ireland & Scotland (Southampton Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapAUGUST 30, 2026
The Norwegian Sky sails on August 30, 2026 for a 11 Night British Isles: Ireland & Scotland (Southampton Roundtrip) (Barcelona Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Piraeus (Athens), Greece on Sep 10th at 5:30 AM. During the 10-day journey, the Norwegian Sky will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 1 day at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
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AUGUST 30, 2026
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11 NIGHTS · 8 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · BARCELONA
// 04 · PORTS

11 Night British Isles: Ireland & Scotland (Southampton Roundtrip) Port List

Norwegian Sky·August 30, 2026
Barcelona, Spain — Day 1 of Norwegian Sky August 30, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
MONDAY·AUG 31

Barcelona

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
5:00 PM

Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region.

Villefranche-Sur-Mer, France — Day 2 of Norwegian Sky August 30, 2026 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
TUESDAY·SEP 1

Villefranche-Sur-Mer

France
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
10:00 AM
7:00 PM

Villefranche-sur-Mer, France, offers docking at Villefranche Port. Travelers explore Citadelle Saint-Elme and Villa Ephrussi. Excursions visit Nice’s Promenade des Anglais. Local markets sell socca. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful villas and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes salade niçoise, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Provençal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance seaside walks. Villefranche’s coastal charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic Riviera, making Villefranche an engaging destination.

Livorno, Florence, Italy — Day 3 of Norwegian Sky August 30, 2026 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
WEDNESDAY·SEP 2

Livorno

Florence, Italy
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
9:00 PM

Livorno, Florence, Italy, offers docking at Livorno Port with excursions to Florence. Travelers explore Florence’s Duomo and Uffizi Gallery. Excursions visit Pisa’s Leaning Tower. Local markets sell ribollita. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Renaissance art and Tuscan vistas. Dining onboard includes bistecca alla fiorentina, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like leather crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Medici history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Livorno’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic art and scenic hills, making Livorno an engaging destination.

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy — Day 4 of Norwegian Sky August 30, 2026 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
THURSDAY·SEP 3

Civitavecchia (Rome)

Italy
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:45 AM
7:00 PM

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy, offers docking at Civitavecchia Port with excursions to Rome. Travelers explore Colosseum and Pantheon. Excursions visit Vatican City’s Sistine Chapel. Local markets sell gelato. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes carbonara, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like Murano glass, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Civitavecchia’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Civitavecchia an engaging destination.

Salerno (naples), Italy — Day 5 of Norwegian Sky August 30, 2026 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
FRIDAY·SEP 4

Salerno (naples)

Italy
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Salerno (Naples), Italy, offers docking at Salerno Port with excursions to Naples. Travelers explore Pompeii’s ruins and Amalfi Coast villages. Excursions visit Capri’s Blue Grotto. Local markets sell limoncello. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes pizza margherita, a Neapolitan favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Salerno’s historic allure offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and coastal beauty, making Salerno an engaging gateway to Naples.

Santorini, Greece — Day 7 of Norwegian Sky August 30, 2026 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
SUNDAY·SEP 6

Santorini

Greece
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:00 AM
10:00 PM

Santorini, Greece, offers docking at Fira Port with tenders to shore. Travelers explore Oia’s blue-domed churches and Thera ruins. Excursions include sailing to Nea Kameni. Local markets sell fava beans. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures caldera views and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like volcanic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Minoan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance cliff walks. Santorini’s iconic charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning views and ancient ruins, making Santorini an engaging destination.

Mykonos, Greece — Day 8 of Norwegian Sky August 30, 2026 cruise
DAY
8
PORT 7
MONDAY·SEP 7

Mykonos

Greece
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
6:00 PM

Mykonos, Greece, offers docking at Mykonos Port. Travelers explore Little Venice and Mykonos Windmills. Excursions include Delos Island ruins. Local markets sell loukoumades. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures whitewashed streets and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes souvlaki, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Cycladic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance island walks. Mykonos’ picturesque charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ruins and scenic beaches, making Mykonos an engaging destination for exploring Greece’s Cyclades.

Iraklion (heraklion), Crete — Day 9 of Norwegian Sky August 30, 2026 cruise
DAY
9
PORT 8
TUESDAY·SEP 8

Iraklion (heraklion)

Crete
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

Iraklion (Heraklion), Crete, offers docking at Heraklion Port. Travelers explore Knossos Palace and Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Excursions visit Phaistos ruins. Local markets sell dakos. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Minoan ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Minoan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance ruin walks. Heraklion’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Heraklion an engaging destination for exploration.

Piraeus (Athens), Greece — Day 10 of Norwegian Sky August 30, 2026 cruise
DAY
10
DISEMBARKATION
WEDNESDAY·SEP 9

Piraeus (Athens)

Greece
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
5:30 AM

Piraeus (Athens), Greece, offers docking at Piraeus Port with excursions to Athens. Travelers explore Acropolis and Parthenon. Excursions visit Cape Sounion. Local markets sell souvlaki. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Aegean vistas. Dining onboard includes moussaka, a Greek favorite. Souvenirs, like olive oil, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hellenic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Piraeus’ cultural gateway offers a vibrant Greek stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Piraeus an engaging destination for exploration.

// 05 · WEATHER

11 Night British Isles: Ireland & Scotland (Southampton Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Norwegian Sky·August 30, 2026
AUG FORECAST · BARCELONA
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
76°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
98°
AVG LOW
54°
AVG RAINFALL
1.6"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT BARCELONA
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
76°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Norwegian Sky August 30, 2026 Excursions

Norwegian Sky·August 30, 2026

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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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

11 Night British Isles: Ireland & Scotland (Southampton Roundtrip)

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 AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 73% of all cruises
7.3/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
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// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN09 PORTS
01

Barcelona 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Villefranche-Sur-Mer 🇫🇷

France · FranceSAFE

Villefranche-sur-Mer is a safe destination for travelers, but they should remain vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Livorno 🇮🇹

Florence, Italy · ItalyMODERATE

Travelers should remain vigilant against pickpocketing and bag snatching in crowded areas while enjoying the attractions in Livorno and Florence.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Civitavecchia (Rome) 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalyMODERATE

Civitavecchia is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams in crowded areas and near attractions.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Salerno (naples) 🇮🇹

Italy · ItalyMODERATE

Travelers in Salerno should remain vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and certain neighborhoods.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Santorini 🇬🇷

Greece · GreeceSAFE

Santorini is safe for travelers, but they should stay vigilant in crowded areas for pickpocketing and be cautious of traffic hazards.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
07

Mykonos 🇬🇷

Greece · GreeceMODERATE

Travelers in Mykonos should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams, especially in crowded areas during peak season.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
08

Iraklion (heraklion) 🇬🇷

Crete · GreeceMODERATE

Iraklion is generally safe for tourists, but caution is advised in crowded areas and certain neighborhoods, especially at night.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
09

Piraeus (Athens) 🇬🇷

Greece · GreeceMODERATE

Piraeus is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised at night and in crowded areas due to petty theft and potential disruptions.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Norwegian Sky Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsNORWEGIAN
Norwegian Sky
NORWEGIAN · SUN
CHRISTENED
1999
STATEROOMS
1,002
TONNAGE
77,104GT
37.5% BELOW AVG· vs avg 123,300 GT
YEAR BUILT
1999
12 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2011
LENGTH
832ft
16.3% BELOW AVG· vs avg 994 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,004cruisers
35.8% BELOW AVG· vs avg 3,120 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Norwegian Sky has a construction date of 1999 and a total size of 77,104 gross tons. The ship measures 832 feet in length. Norwegian Sky is included in Norwegian's Sun class. At full capacity, the Sky holds 2,004 passengers. That includes 1,105 cruise vacationers and 899 staff members. The Sky total number of staterooms is 1,002.

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