Norwegian Star itinerary map for May 18, 2024 (12 nights)
Norwegian Star itinerary map for May 18, 2024 (12 nights)
12 nights · 10 ports
Round-trip · Southampton, England
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Norwegian Star
May 18, 2024

12-Night Europe: Norway & Iceland aboard Norwegian Star · Departing May 18, 2024 from the Port of Southampton, England.

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This 12-night cruise aboard the Star departs from Southampton (London), England on Saturday, May 18, 2024 and returns on Thursday, May 30th. May weather across this route averages 65°/27°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.7 out of 10, averaged across 10 ports.

Cruise Length
12
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Southampton
England
Port Stops
10
Sea Days
3

Cruise Price - Norwegian Star May 18, 2024

Norwegian Star · May 18, 2024

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Star cruise ship departing May 18, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $449 ($38 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $750 ($63 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 40%.

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Inside
$449
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Oceanview
$1,279
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Balcony
$1,529
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Suite
$1,949

Price History – Norwegian Star May 18, 2024

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Norwegian Star
May 18, 2024
$449
40% vs avg: $750

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Cruise Itinerary Map - Europe: Norway & Iceland

Norwegian Star · May 18, 2024

The Norwegian Star sails on May 18, 2024 for a Europe: Norway & Iceland. The ship will depart the port of Southampton (London), England at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Reykjavik, Iceland on May 30th at 4:00 AM. During the 13-day journey, the Norwegian Star will visit 9 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

Europe: Norway & Iceland

  • MAY18
    Southampton (London), England
    Southampton (London), England
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAY19
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY20
    Newhaven Harbour (edinburgh), Scotland
    Newhaven Harbour (edinburgh), Scotland
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAY21
    Invergordon (inverness & Loch Ness), Scotland
    Invergordon (inverness & Loch Ness), Scotland
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAY22
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY23
    Bergen, Norway
    Bergen, Norway
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAY24
    Alesund, Norway
    Alesund, Norway
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAY25
    Lerwick, Shetland Islands, Scotland
    Lerwick, Shetland Islands, Scotland
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAY26
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY27
    Seydisfjordur, Iceland
    Seydisfjordur, Iceland
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAY28
    Akureyri, Iceland
    Akureyri, Iceland
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAY29
    Isafjordur, Iceland
    Isafjordur, Iceland
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • MAY30
    Reykjavik, Iceland
    Reykjavik, Iceland
    A: 4:00 AM - D: —
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Norwegian Star Cruise Ports

May 18, 2024 · Europe: Norway & Iceland

Southampton (London), England — Day 1 of Norwegian Star May 18, 2024 cruise
Day 1•Saturday, May 18

Southampton (London), England

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:00 PM

Southampton (London), England, offers docking at Southampton Port with excursions to London. Travelers explore Tower of London and Buckingham Palace. Excursions visit Stonehenge. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures historic landmarks and Solent vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, an English favorite. Souvenirs, like tea crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Anglo-Saxon history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Southampton’s urban gateway offers a vibrant English stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and historic sites, making Southampton an engaging destination.

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Day 2 at sea — Norwegian Star May 18, 2024 itinerary
Day 2•Sunday, May 19

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Star — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, The Library, Bliss Ultra Lounge & The Photo Gallery.

Newhaven Harbour (edinburgh), Scotland — Day 3 of Norwegian Star May 18, 2024 cruise
Day 3•Monday, May 20

Newhaven Harbour (edinburgh), Scotland

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Newhaven Harbour (Edinburgh), Scotland, offers docking at Newhaven Port with excursions to Edinburgh. Travelers explore Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile. Excursions visit Holyrood Palace. Local markets sell shortbread. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures medieval castles and Georgian architecture. Dining onboard includes haggis, a Scottish favorite. Souvenirs, like tartan scarves, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Scottish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Newhaven’s access to Edinburgh offers a vibrant Scottish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks, cultural heritage, and scenic beauty, making Newhaven an engaging gateway to explore Scotland’s capital and its rich traditions.

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Invergordon (inverness & Loch Ness), Scotland — Day 4 of Norwegian Star May 18, 2024 cruise
Day 4•Tuesday, May 21

Invergordon (inverness & Loch Ness), Scotland

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Invergordon (Inverness & Loch Ness), Scotland, offers docking at Invergordon Port with excursions to Inverness. Travelers explore Culloden Battlefield and Loch Ness. Excursions visit Cawdor Castle. Local markets sell shortbread. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Highland landscapes and North Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes haggis, a Scottish favorite. Souvenirs, like tartan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Jacobite history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance battlefield walks. Invergordon’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Scottish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and scenic lochs, making Invergordon an engaging destination.

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Day 5 at sea — Norwegian Star May 18, 2024 itinerary
Day 5•Wednesday, May 22

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Star — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, The Library, Bliss Ultra Lounge & The Photo Gallery.

Bergen, Norway — Day 6 of Norwegian Star May 18, 2024 cruise
Day 6•Thursday, May 23

Bergen, Norway

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Bergen, Norway, offers docking at Bergen Port. Travelers explore Bryggen Wharf and Mount Fløyen. Excursions visit Hardangerfjord. Local markets sell fiskesuppe. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Hanseatic buildings and fjord vistas. Dining onboard includes fårikål, a Norwegian favorite. Souvenirs, like troll crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Viking history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance fjord hikes. Bergen’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Norwegian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic fjords, making Bergen an engaging destination for exploring Norway’s west coast.

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Alesund, Norway — Day 7 of Norwegian Star May 18, 2024 cruise
Day 7•Friday, May 24

Alesund, Norway

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Ålesund, Norway, offers docking at Ålesund Port. Travelers explore Jugendstil architecture and Aksla Viewpoint. Excursions visit Geirangerfjord. Local markets sell svele. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Art Nouveau buildings and fjord vistas. Dining onboard includes fårikål, a Norwegian favorite. Souvenirs, like troll crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Viking history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance fjord hikes. Ålesund’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Norwegian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of architectural beauty and scenic fjords, making Ålesund an engaging destination for exploration.

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Lerwick, Shetland Islands, Scotland — Day 8 of Norwegian Star May 18, 2024 cruise
Day 8•Saturday, May 25

Lerwick, Shetland Islands, Scotland

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Lerwick, Shetland Islands, Scotland, has docking at Lerwick Port. Travelers explore Scalloway Castle and Jarlshof’s prehistoric site. Excursions visit seabird cliffs at Noss. Local markets sell Shetland wool. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures rugged coasts and Viking relics. Dining onboard includes bannocks, a Shetland staple. Souvenirs, like knitwear, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norse history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate. Binoculars enhance birdwatching. Lerwick’s rugged heritage offers a vibrant Scottish stop, blending history with coastal beauty.

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Day 9 at sea — Norwegian Star May 18, 2024 itinerary
Day 9•Sunday, May 26

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Star — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, The Library, Bliss Ultra Lounge & The Photo Gallery.

Seydisfjordur, Iceland — Day 10 of Norwegian Star May 18, 2024 cruise
Day 10•Monday, May 27

Seydisfjordur, Iceland

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Seydisfjordur, Iceland, offers docking at Seydisfjordur Port. Travelers explore Petra’s Stone Collection and puffin colonies. Excursions include hiking to Skalanes Reserve. Local markets sell skyr. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for fjord tours. Photography captures colorful houses and East Iceland vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb stew, an Icelandic favorite. Souvenirs, like wool crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Viking history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance hikes. Seydisfjordur’s artistic charm offers a vibrant Icelandic stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic fjords and cultural heritage, making Seydisfjordur an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Akureyri, Iceland — Day 11 of Norwegian Star May 18, 2024 cruise
Day 11•Tuesday, May 28

Akureyri, Iceland

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Akureyri, Iceland, docks at Oddeyrarbryggja Quay, steps from the town center on Eyjafjörður Fjord. The city, population 19,000, features Akureyrarkirkja Church, a 1940 landmark with a 3200-pipe organ and free carillon concerts. Travelers stroll the Laxárdalur Botanical Garden, the world's northernmost, with 7,000 plant species including arctic poppies. Guided tours to Goðafoss Waterfall, 45 minutes east, cover the 12-meter drop where chieftain Þorgeir tossed pagan idols in 1000 AD. Lake Mývatn, 1 hour away, offers pseudocraters and geothermal areas. The Akureyri Art Museum displays contemporary Nordic works. Dining includes hangikjöt (smoked lamb) at harborside spots. Souvenirs feature lava jewelry. Peak season June to August; buses 1-2 EUR. Taxis 10-15 EUR short trips.

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Isafjordur, Iceland — Day 12 of Norwegian Star May 18, 2024 cruise
Day 12•Wednesday, May 29

Isafjordur, Iceland

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Isafjordur, Iceland, has docking at Isafjordur Port. Travelers explore Westfjords’ rugged cliffs and Dynjandi waterfall. Excursions visit puffin colonies on Vigur Island. Local markets sell skyr. The peak season, June to August, brings midnight sun. Photography captures fjord vistas and seabirds. Dining onboard includes Icelandic fish stew. Souvenirs, like wool sweaters, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover fjord geology. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate. Binoculars enhance puffin spotting. Isafjordur’s dramatic scenery offers a breathtaking Icelandic stop, immersing travelers in its natural beauty.

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Reykjavik, Iceland — Day 13 of Norwegian Star May 18, 2024 cruise
Day 13•Thursday, May 30

Reykjavik, Iceland

Arrival: 4:00 AM•Departure: —

Reykjavik, Iceland, offers docking at Reykjavik Port. Travelers explore Hallgrimskirkja and Blue Lagoon. Excursions visit Thingvellir National Park. Local markets sell skyr. The peak season, June to August, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures geothermal pools and North Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb soup, an Icelandic favorite. Souvenirs, like lava crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Viking history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance park hikes. Reykjavik’s natural charm offers a vibrant Icelandic stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of geothermal wonders and scenic landscapes, making Reykjavik an engaging destination for exploration.

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Weather Forecast

Norwegian Star - May 18, 2024 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Southampton (London), England

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May

Typical Weather

76°F

Average High

33°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.07in

Daily average

2.1 in monthly total

Norwegian Star Shore Excursions

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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
87 / 100
safer than 87% of all cruises
87
8
/ 10
Southampton (London), England
Southampton
Southampton is a safe port city for cruise travelers, but vigilance against pickpocketing is advised in busier areas.
8
/ 10
Newhaven Harbour (edinburgh), Scotland
Newhaven Harbour
Newhaven Harbour is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance is advised, especially in urban areas and at night.
8
/ 10
Invergordon (inverness & Loch Ness), Scotland
Invergordon
Invergordon is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's wise to stay vigilant, especially at night, due to minimal petty crime risk.
9
/ 10
Bergen, Norway
Bergen
Bergen is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should stay vigilant for occasional pickpocketing in tourist areas.
9
/ 10
Alesund, Norway
Alesund
Alesund, Norway, offers a safe environment for travelers with low crime rates and excellent infrastructure for a worry-free experience.
9
/ 10
Lerwick, Shetland Islands, Scotland
Lerwick
Lerwick offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, characterized by low crime rates and a welcoming local community.
9
/ 10
Seydisfjordur, Iceland
Seydisfjordur
Seydisfjordur is a safe destination for cruise travelers, though visitors should remain aware of potential weather-related risks.
9
/ 10
Akureyri, Iceland
Akureyri
Akureyri is one of Iceland's safest towns, offering travelers a secure environment with a low crime rate and friendly locals.
9
/ 10
Isafjordur, Iceland
Isafjordur
Isafjordur offers a safe environment for travelers with low crime rates and welcoming locals, though weather conditions should be considered.
9
/ 10
Reykjavik, Iceland
Reykjavik
Reykjavik is one of the safest cities globally, with low crime rates and a welcoming atmosphere for confident exploration.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Star

⚓ Tonnage

91,740

vs avg 123,300

🛠️ Year Built

2,001

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

965

vs avg 994

👥 Passenger Count

2,348

vs avg 3,120

The Star has a construction date of 2001 and a total size of 91,740 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet in length. Norwegian Star is included in Norwegian’s Dawn class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Star holds 2,348 passengers. That includes 1,317 cruise vacationers and 1,031 staff members. The Star total number of staterooms is 1,174.

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Norwegian Star May 18, 2024 FAQ

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What's the weather like on the Norwegian Star May 18, 2024 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 12-night route, May averages 65°F highs and 27°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the May 18, 2024 Norwegian Star itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 8.7 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 10 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 Star sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Norwegian Star departs Southampton (London), England on Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 4:00 PM and returns on Thursday, May 30th, 2024 at 4:00 AM. Total duration: 12 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Norwegian Star sailing on May 18, 2024?▾

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