Norwegian Spirit - 12/12/2026
The December 12, 2026 cruise on the Norwegian Spirit departs from Sydney, Australia. On this 11 Night Australia Wine Country: Melbourne Adelaide & Tasmania (Sydney Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Spirit sets sail on Saturday, Dec 12th and returns on Wednesday, Dec 23rd.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Spirit cruise ship departing December 12, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,919 ($175 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,997 ($182 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 4%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Norwegian Spirit - December 12, 2026 - 11 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 12th | Sydney, Australia |
| 2 | Dec 13th | At Sea |
| 3 | Dec 14th | Hobart, Tasmania, Australia |
| 4 | Dec 15th | At Sea |
| 5 | Dec 16th | Kangaroo Island, Australia |
| 6 | Dec 17th | Adelaide, Australia |
| 7 | Dec 12th | Adelaide, Australia |
| 8 | Dec 19th | At Sea |
| 9 | Dec 20th | Melbourne, Australia |
| 10 | Dec 12th | Melbourne, Australia |
| 11 | Dec 22nd | At Sea |
| 12 | Dec 23rd | Sydney, Australia |
The Norwegian Spirit sails on December 12, 2026 for a 11 Night Australia Wine Country: Melbourne Adelaide & Tasmania (Sydney Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Sydney, Australia at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Sydney, Australia on Dec 23rd at 6:00 AM. During the 12-day journey, the Norwegian Spirit will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
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Cruise Ship
Norwegian Spirit
NORWEGIAN SPIRIT SIZE
The Spirit has a construction date of 1998 and a total size of 75,904 gross tons. The ship measures 880 feet (268 meters) in length. Norwegian Spirit is included in Norwegian’s Spirit Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Spirit holds 2,930 passengers. That includes 2,018 cruise vacationers and 912 staff members. The Spirit total number of staterooms is 1,025.
Norwegian Spirit Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:75,904 GT
- Length:880 ft (268 m)
- Beam:121 ft (37 m)
- Draft:26 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:28 mph (24 kn)
- Year Built:1998
- Years Served:1998 - Present
- Capacity:2,018
- Crew Members:912
- Total on Board:2,930
- Total Staterooms:1,025
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:350 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Spirit age and stats vs all Norwegian ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
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Cruise Ports
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. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Hobart, Tasmania, Australia, offers docking at Hobart Port. Travelers explore Salamanca Market and Mount Wellington. Excursions visit Port Arthur’s historic site. Local markets sell scallop pies. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial buildings and Tasman Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes Tasmanian salmon, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like Huon pine crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Palawa history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance mountain hikes. Hobart’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and scenic lookouts, making Hobart an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Kangaroo Island, Australia, has docking at Penneshaw Port. Travelers explore Flinders Chase National Park’s Remarkable Rocks. Excursions visit seal colonies at Seal Bay. Local markets sell eucalyptus honey. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather. Photography captures rugged coasts and wildlife. Dining onboard includes barramundi, an Australian fish. Souvenirs, like koala crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover island ecology. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate. Sturdy shoes enhance park hikes. Kangaroo Island’s wild beauty offers a vibrant Australian stop, blending nature with coastal charm.
Adelaide, Australia, docks at Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal in Outer Harbor, 23 kilometers northwest of the city center. The upgraded facility offers welcome centers, souvenir shops, free Wi-Fi, ATMs, and toilets, with a 2-minute walk to the railway station. Trains reach downtown in 40 minutes for 3 AUD. Barossa Valley, 90 minutes north, tours wineries like Jacob's Creek for tastings of shiraz and semillon. Kangaroo Island, 45-minute ferry plus drive, reveals seal colonies at Seal Bay and koala spotting in eucalyptus groves. Cleland Wildlife Park, 30 minutes away, feeds kangaroos and views platypus in bushland enclosures. Rundle Mall, city heart 15 minutes by train, hosts street performers and arcades selling opals. Glenelg Beach, 20 minutes south, provides tramside promenades and fish-and-chips. Dining includes pie floaters at pub counters. Souvenirs feature Aboriginal dot paintings. Peak season November to March; metro cards cost 10 AUD daily. Buses connect to airport 35 minutes away.
Adelaide, Australia, docks at Port Adelaide Passenger Terminal in Outer Harbor, 23 kilometers northwest of the city center. The upgraded facility offers welcome centers, souvenir shops, free Wi-Fi, ATMs, and toilets, with a 2-minute walk to the railway station. Trains reach downtown in 40 minutes for 3 AUD. Barossa Valley, 90 minutes north, tours wineries like Jacob's Creek for tastings of shiraz and semillon. Kangaroo Island, 45-minute ferry plus drive, reveals seal colonies at Seal Bay and koala spotting in eucalyptus groves. Cleland Wildlife Park, 30 minutes away, feeds kangaroos and views platypus in bushland enclosures. Rundle Mall, city heart 15 minutes by train, hosts street performers and arcades selling opals. Glenelg Beach, 20 minutes south, provides tramside promenades and fish-and-chips. Dining includes pie floaters at pub counters. Souvenirs feature Aboriginal dot paintings. Peak season November to March; metro cards cost 10 AUD daily. Buses connect to airport 35 minutes away.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Melbourne, Australia, offers docking at Station Pier. Travelers explore Federation Square and Royal Botanic Gardens. Excursions visit Yarra Valley wineries. Local markets sell meat pies. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban skylines and Port Phillip vistas. Dining onboard includes lamingtons, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like Aboriginal crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Wurundjeri history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Melbourne’s urban charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic vineyards, making Melbourne an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Melbourne, Australia, offers docking at Station Pier. Travelers explore Federation Square and Royal Botanic Gardens. Excursions visit Yarra Valley wineries. Local markets sell meat pies. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban skylines and Port Phillip vistas. Dining onboard includes lamingtons, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like Aboriginal crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Wurundjeri history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Melbourne’s urban charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic vineyards, making Melbourne an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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. (126 words)