5 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Nassau (Tampa Roundtrip)
Norwegian Sky
Norwegian Sky
December 16, 2026
5 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Nassau

Norwegian Sky - 12/16/2026

The December 16, 2026 cruise on the Norwegian Sky departs from Tampa, Florida. On this 5 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Nassau (Tampa Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 3 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Sky sets sail on Wednesday, Dec 16th and returns on Monday, Dec 21st.

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

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Norwegian Sky - December 16, 2026 - 5 Nights

DayDatePort
1Dec 15thTampa, Florida
2Dec 16thAt Sea
3Dec 18thNassau, Bahamas
4Dec 19thGreat Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas
5Dec 19thAt Sea
6Dec 21stTampa, Florida

The Norwegian Sky sails on December 16, 2026 for a 5 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Nassau (Tampa Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Tampa, Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Tampa, Florida on Dec 21st at 6:00 AM. During the 6-day journey, the Norwegian Sky will visit 2 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
DEC 162026
United States
D:3:00 PM

Tampa, Florida, offers docking at Port Tampa Bay. Travelers explore Ybor City and Tampa Riverwalk. Excursions include manatee tours at Crystal River. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic cigar factories and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, 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. Tampa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic waterways, making Tampa an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day2
DEC 172026
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
DEC 182026
A:6:00 AMD:4:00 PM

Nassau, Bahamas, offers docking at Prince George Wharf. Travelers explore Atlantis Resort and Straw Market. Excursions include snorkeling at Rose Island. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like straw crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Nassau’s vibrant charm offers a lively Bahamian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of resort thrills and cultural markets, making Nassau an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day4
DEC 192026
A:6:00 AMD:4:00 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)

Day5
DEC 202026
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!

Day6
DEC 212026
United States
A:6:00 AM

Tampa, Florida, offers docking at Port Tampa Bay. Travelers explore Ybor City and Tampa Riverwalk. Excursions include manatee tours at Crystal River. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic cigar factories and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, 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. Tampa’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic waterways, making Tampa an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)