

The January 3, 2028 cruise on the Norwegian Spirit departs from Sydney, Australia. On this 21 Night Bali Melbourne Perth & Adelaide (Sydney To Singapore) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 11 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Spirit sets sail on Monday, Jan 3rd and returns on Monday, Jan 24th.
Norwegian Spirit - January 3, 2028 - 21 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jan 3rd | Sydney, Australia |
| 2 | Jan 4th | At Sea |
| 3 | Jan 5th | Melbourne, Australia |
| 4 | Jan 3rd | Melbourne, Australia |
| 5 | Jan 7th | At Sea |
| 6 | Jan 8th | Adelaide, Australia |
| 7 | Jan 9th | Kangaroo Island, Australia |
| 8 | Jan 10th | At Sea |
| 9 | Jan 11th | At Sea |
| 10 | Jan 12th | Esperance, Australia |
| 11 | Jan 13th | Albany, Australia |
| 12 | Jan 14th | Fremantle (perth), Australia |
| 13 | Jan 3rd | Fremantle (perth), Australia |
| 14 | Jan 16th | At Sea |
| 15 | Jan 17th | At Sea |
| 16 | Jan 18th | At Sea |
| 17 | Jan 19th | Lembar, Lombok, Indonesia |
| 18 | Jan 20th | Benoa, Bali, Indonesia |
| 19 | Jan 21st | Celukan Bawang, Bali, Indonesia |
| 20 | Jan 22nd | At Sea |
| 21 | Jan 23rd | At Sea |
| 22 | Jan 24th | Singapore |
The Norwegian Spirit sails on January 3, 2028 for a 21 Night Bali Melbourne Perth & Adelaide (Sydney To Singapore). The ship will depart the port of Sydney, Australia at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Singapore on Jan 24th at 5:00 AM. During the 22-day journey, the Norwegian Spirit will visit 10 additional ports and will spend 9 days at sea.
Based on my 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.

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.
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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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!
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!
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.
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.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Esperance, Australia, has docking at Esperance Port. Travelers explore Lucky Bay’s white-sand beaches. Excursions visit Cape Le Grand National Park. Local markets sell abalone. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather. Photography captures kangaroos on beaches. Dining onboard includes barramundi. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover coastal ecology. Light clothing suits summer conditions. Esperance’s pristine shores offer a stunning Australian stop.
Albany, Australia, docks at Princess Royal Harbour terminal in the industrial zone, 15 kilometers from downtown, with shuttles or taxis offering 20-minute transfers. The facility provides restrooms and information. Travelers visit the National ANZAC Centre, detailing the 1914 convoy's assembly and WWI history with interactive exhibits. Whale World Museum, at the former Cheynes Beach Whaling Station, explores 1960s operations with preserved equipment. Torndirrup National Park, 20 minutes south, features The Gap and Natural Bridge rock formations. Bald Head Island, accessible by ferry, offers coastal walks and kangaroo sightings. Local markets sell marron (freshwater crayfish) and wildflower honey. Peak season October to April; buses 5-10 AUD. Dining includes kangaroo steak at harborside pubs. Souvenirs feature Noongar art.
Fremantle (Perth), Australia, provides docking at Fremantle Port with excursions to Perth. Travelers explore Fremantle’s Maritime Museum and Perth’s Kings Park. Excursions visit Rottnest Island’s quokkas. Local markets sell meat pies. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and Swan River views. Dining onboard includes lamingtons, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like boomerangs, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Western Australia’s history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance park walks. Fremantle’s vibrant coastal charm offers a dynamic Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of maritime history, scenic landscapes, and urban culture, making Fremantle an engaging gateway to Perth and its surroundings.
Fremantle (Perth), Australia, provides docking at Fremantle Port with excursions to Perth. Travelers explore Fremantle’s Maritime Museum and Perth’s Kings Park. Excursions visit Rottnest Island’s quokkas. Local markets sell meat pies. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and Swan River views. Dining onboard includes lamingtons, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like boomerangs, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Western Australia’s history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance park walks. Fremantle’s vibrant coastal charm offers a dynamic Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of maritime history, scenic landscapes, and urban culture, making Fremantle an engaging gateway to Perth and its surroundings.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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.
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.
Celukan Bawang, Bali, Indonesia, docks at Celukan Bawang Port, 30 kilometers from Singaraja, with taxis for 45-minute rides. Travelers visit Brahma Vihara Arama, a Buddhist temple 20 minutes south. Local markets sell kopi luwak. Excursions to Menjangan Island, 1 hour west, offer snorkeling. Peak season May to October; taxis 50,000-100,000 IDR. Dining includes sate lilit at village warungs. Souvenirs feature wood carvings.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Singapore offers docking at Marina Bay Cruise Centre. Travelers explore Gardens by the Bay and Merlion Park. Excursions visit Sentosa Island. Local markets sell Hainanese chicken rice. The peak season, November to March, brings milder weather for city tours. Photography captures futuristic skylines and Singapore Strait vistas. Dining onboard includes laksa, a Singaporean favorite. Souvenirs, like orchid crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Peranakan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Singapore’s urban charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and cultural heritage, making Singapore an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)