Norwegian Spirit itinerary map for December 7, 2024 (14 nights)
Norwegian Spirit itinerary map for December 7, 2024 (14 nights)
14 nights · 8 ports
Round-trip · Sydney, Australia
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Norwegian Spirit
December 7, 2024

14-Night South Pacific: Brisbane Cairns Lombok & Darwin aboard Norwegian Spirit · Departing December 7, 2024 from the Port of Sydney, Australia.

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This 14-night cruise aboard the Spirit departs from Sydney, Australia on Saturday, December 7, 2024 and returns on Saturday, Dec 21st. December weather across this route averages 97°/70°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.7 out of 10, averaged across 8 ports.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Sydney
Australia
Port Stops
8
Sea Days
6

Cruise Itinerary Map - 14 Night South Pacific: Brisbane Cairns Lombok & Darwin (Sydney To Bali)

Norwegian Spirit · December 7, 2024

The Norwegian Spirit sails on December 7, 2024 for a 14 Night South Pacific: Brisbane Cairns Lombok & Darwin (Sydney To Bali). The ship will depart the port of Sydney, Australia at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Benoa, Bali, Indonesia on Dec 21st at N/A. During the 15-day journey, the Norwegian Spirit will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 6 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night South Pacific: Brisbane Cairns Lombok & Darwin (Sydney To Bali)

  • DEC07
    Sydney, Australia
    Sydney, Australia
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • DEC08
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC09
    Brisbane, Australia
    Brisbane, Australia
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC10
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC11
    Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia
    Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • DEC12
    Cairns, Australia
    Cairns, Australia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • DEC13
    Cooktown, Australia
    Cooktown, Australia
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • DEC14
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC15
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC16
    Darwin, Australia
    Darwin, Australia
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • DEC17
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC18
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC19
    Lembar, Lombok, Indonesia
    Lembar, Lombok, Indonesia
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • DEC20
    Benoa, Bali, Indonesia
    Benoa, Bali, Indonesia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
  • DEC07
    Benoa, Bali, Indonesia
    Benoa, Bali, Indonesia
    A: — - D: —
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Norwegian Spirit Cruise Ports

December 7, 2024 · 14 Night South Pacific: Brisbane Cairns Lombok & Darwin (Sydney To Bali)

Sydney, Australia — Day 1 of Norwegian Spirit December 7, 2024 cruise
Day 1•Saturday, Dec 7

Sydney, Australia

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:00 PM

Sydney, Australia, offers docking at Circular Quay. Travelers explore Sydney Opera House and Bondi Beach. Excursions visit Blue Mountains. Local markets sell meat pies. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures iconic landmarks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes lamingtons, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like opal crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Aboriginal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Sydney’s urban charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic coasts, making Sydney an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 2 at sea — Norwegian Spirit December 7, 2024 itinerary
Day 2•Sunday, Dec 8

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Spirit — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, Pulse Fitness Center, Spinnaker Lounge & Jewelry & Duty Free Shops.

Brisbane, Australia — Day 3 of Norwegian Spirit December 7, 2024 cruise
Day 3•Monday, Dec 9

Brisbane, Australia

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Brisbane, Australia, offers docking at Portside Wharf. Travelers explore South Bank and Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. Excursions visit Gold Coast beaches. Local markets sell lamingtons. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban rivers and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes barramundi, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like Aboriginal crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Yuggera history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Brisbane’s urban charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic rivers, making Brisbane an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 4 at sea — Norwegian Spirit December 7, 2024 itinerary
Day 4•Tuesday, Dec 10

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Spirit — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, Pulse Fitness Center, Spinnaker Lounge & Jewelry & Duty Free Shops.

Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia — Day 5 of Norwegian Spirit December 7, 2024 cruise
Day 5•Wednesday, Dec 11

Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Airlie Beach, in the Whitsunday Region of Queensland, anchors as a tender port for cruises to the Great Barrier Reef, with ships docking at Port of Airlie or Abell Point Marina. The town, population around 8,000, sits on a small inlet 1,100 kilometers north of Brisbane. Passengers walk 10 minutes from the tender pier to the lagoon, a 4,300-square-meter saltwater pool providing stinger-free swimming from November to May. Excursions depart for the 74 Whitsunday Islands, including full-day sails to Whitehaven Beach for its silica sands and swirling tides, or Heart Reef for aerial views via seaplane. Snorkeling tours target Hardy Reef's pontoons with underwater observatories and glass-bottom boats. Conway National Park, minutes away, offers rainforest hikes to waterfalls and lookouts along the 20-kilometer Bicentennial Pathway. Local operators provide half-day kayaking in sheltered coves. Dining along the waterfront includes fresh seafood cafes and bakeries serving meat pies. Shops stock sunscreen, hats, and Aboriginal art souvenirs. Peak season December to February brings crowds; book tours in advance. Evening markets feature live music and street food. Buses connect to Shute Harbour for additional reef access.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Cairns, Australia — Day 6 of Norwegian Spirit December 7, 2024 cruise
Day 6•Thursday, Dec 12

Cairns, Australia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Cairns, Australia, docks at Cairns Cruise Liner Terminal, a 10-minute walk to the Esplanade, population 150,000. Travelers visit the Cairns Aquarium for reef species. Excursions to the Great Barrier Reef, 1 hour by boat, offer snorkeling. Kuranda, 30 minutes north, features rainforest cable cars. Local markets sell mangoes. Peak season June to October; taxis 10-15 AUD. Dining includes barramundi at waterfront cafes. Souvenirs feature opals.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Cooktown, Australia — Day 7 of Norwegian Spirit December 7, 2024 cruise
Day 7•Friday, Dec 13

Cooktown, Australia

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Cooktown, Australia, docks at Cooktown Wharf, a 10-minute walk to downtown, population 2,600. Travelers visit the James Cook Museum for 1770 landing history. Local markets sell bush tucker. Excursions to Lizard Island, 1 hour by boat, offer snorkeling. Peak season June to October; taxis 10-15 AUD. Dining includes kangaroo steak at harbor cafes. Souvenirs feature Aboriginal art.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 8 at sea — Norwegian Spirit December 7, 2024 itinerary
Day 8•Saturday, Dec 14

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Spirit — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, Pulse Fitness Center, Spinnaker Lounge & Jewelry & Duty Free Shops.

Day 9 at sea — Norwegian Spirit December 7, 2024 itinerary
Day 9•Sunday, Dec 15

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Spirit — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, Pulse Fitness Center, Spinnaker Lounge & Jewelry & Duty Free Shops.

Darwin, Australia — Day 10 of Norwegian Spirit December 7, 2024 cruise
Day 10•Monday, Dec 16

Darwin, Australia

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Darwin in Australia has docking at Port Darwin. Travelers explore Kakadu National Park’s wetlands. Excursions visit Litchfield’s waterfalls. Local markets sell Aboriginal art. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather; taxis cost 10-20 AUD. Photography captures Outback landscapes. Dining onboard includes kangaroo. Souvenirs, like didgeridoos, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover indigenous culture. Light clothing suits the tropical climate. Darwin’s vibrant port offers a gateway to Australia’s Top End.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 11 at sea — Norwegian Spirit December 7, 2024 itinerary
Day 11•Tuesday, Dec 17

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Spirit — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, Pulse Fitness Center, Spinnaker Lounge & Jewelry & Duty Free Shops.

Day 12 at sea — Norwegian Spirit December 7, 2024 itinerary
Day 12•Wednesday, Dec 18

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Spirit — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, Pulse Fitness Center, Spinnaker Lounge & Jewelry & Duty Free Shops.

Lembar, Lombok, Indonesia — Day 13 of Norwegian Spirit December 7, 2024 cruise
Day 13•Thursday, Dec 19

Lembar, Lombok, Indonesia

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Lembar, Lombok, Indonesia, has docking at Lembar Port. Travelers explore Sasak villages and Tanjung Aan Beach. Excursions visit Pura Lingsar’s temple. Local markets sell woven textiles. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather. Photography captures rice terraces and turquoise bays. Dining onboard includes ayam taliwang, a Lombok dish. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Sasak culture. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Comfortable shoes enhance village tours. Lembar’s island allure offers a vibrant Indonesian stop, blending culture with coastal beauty.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Benoa, Bali, Indonesia — Day 14 of Norwegian Spirit December 7, 2024 cruise
Day 14•Friday, Dec 20

Benoa, Bali, Indonesia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Benoa, Bali, Indonesia, docks at Benoa Port, 10 kilometers from Denpasar, with shuttles or taxis for 20-minute rides. Travelers visit Uluwatu Temple, a 11th-century clifftop shrine, 30 minutes south. Local markets sell batik sarongs. Excursions to Ubud, 1 hour north, explore rice terraces and monkey forests. Tanah Lot, 45 minutes northwest, features a sea temple. Peak season June to September; taxis 50,000-100,000 IDR. Dining includes babi guling at warungs. Souvenirs feature silver jewelry.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Benoa, Bali, Indonesia — Day 15 of Norwegian Spirit December 7, 2024 cruise
Day 15•Saturday, Dec 7

Benoa, Bali, Indonesia

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Returning to Benoa, Bali, Indonesia — see Day 14 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Norwegian Spirit - December 7, 2024 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Sydney, Australia

⛅

December

Typical Weather

100°F

Average High

57°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.09in

Daily average

2.8 in monthly total

Norwegian Spirit 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
77 / 100
safer than 77% of all cruises
77
8
/ 10
Sydney, Australia
Sydney
Travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in tourist areas and nightlife districts while enjoying the overall safety of Sydney.
8
/ 10
Brisbane, Australia
Brisbane
Brisbane is a safe cruise port, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft and secure their belongings.
8
/ 10
Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia
Airlie Beach
Airlie Beach is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, allowing visitors to explore comfortably despite occasional petty theft.
8
/ 10
Cairns, Australia
Cairns
Cairns has a low crime rate and prioritizes visitor safety, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in busy areas.
8
/ 10
Cooktown, Australia
Cooktown
Cooktown offers a low-crime environment for cruise travelers, but it's wise to remain vigilant and secure personal belongings.
8
/ 10
Darwin, Australia
Darwin
Darwin is a safe cruise destination with a low crime rate, but travelers should remain vigilant against minor theft in tourist areas.
6
/ 10
Lembar, Lombok, Indonesia
Lembar
Lembar offers a moderate safety environment; travelers should stay in populated areas, remain vigilant against petty crime, and take precautions.
7
/ 10
Benoa, Bali, Indonesia
Benoa
Travelers at this popular Indonesian cruise port should stay vigilant against petty crime and traffic hazards to ensure safety.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Spirit

⚓ Tonnage

75,904

vs avg 123,300

🛠️ Year Built

1,998

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

880

vs avg 994

👥 Passenger Count

2,018

vs avg 3,120

The Spirit has a construction date of 1998 and a total size of 75,904 gross tons. The ship measures 880 feet in length. Norwegian Spirit is included in Norwegian’s Spirit class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Spirit holds 2,018 passengers. That includes 1,106 cruise vacationers and 912 staff members. The Spirit total number of staterooms is 1,025.

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Norwegian Spirit December 7, 2024 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the Norwegian Spirit December 7, 2024 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 14-night route, December averages 97°F highs and 70°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the December 7, 2024 Norwegian Spirit itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.7 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 Spirit sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Norwegian Spirit departs Sydney, Australia on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 3:00 PM and returns on Saturday, Dec 21st, 2024. Total duration: 14 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Norwegian Spirit sailing on December 7, 2024?▾

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Last Updated: May 21, 2026