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Norwegian Star itinerary map for December 5, 2024 (17 nights)
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17 nights · 8 ports
Round-trip · Lisbon, Portugal
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Norwegian Star
December 5, 2024

17-Night Transatlantic: Brazil & Canary Islands aboard Norwegian Star · Departing December 5, 2024 from the Port of Lisbon, Portugal.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 17-night cruise aboard the Star departs from Lisbon, Portugal on Thursday, December 5, 2024 and returns on Sunday, Dec 22nd. December weather across this route averages 83°/59°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.5 out of 10, averaged across 8 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
6.5OUT OF 10
CAUTION TIER
Safer than 65% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
17
night cruise
Thu → Sun
02
Lisbon
departure port
Portugal
03
8
port stops
Brazil
04
10
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS
01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

The Norwegian Star, operated by Norwegian Cruise Line, sets sail on Thursday, December 5, 2024 from Lisbon, Portugal for a 17-night Transatlantic: Brazil & Canary Islands cruise. This itinerary includes 8 unique port stops and 10 days at sea. December weather across the route averages 83°F highs and 59°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 6.5 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Norwegian Star sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Norwegian Star December 5, 2024 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Norwegian Star December 5, 2024 Price & Tracking

NORWEGIAN STAR·DECEMBER 5, 2024

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Star cruise ship departing December 5, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,136 ($67 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $977 ($58 per night), this represents a recent increase of 16%.

Norwegian Star cruise departing December 5, 2024 — 17-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,136 ($67 per night). Average price: $977.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
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This cabin
Avg $973
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Norwegian Star · December 5, 2024
$1,136
$67 per night · 17 nights
↑
17% above average
Avg $973

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// 03 · ITINERARY

17 Night Transatlantic: Brazil & Canary Islands (Lisbon To Buenos Aires) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 5, 2024
The Norwegian Star sails on December 5, 2024 for a 17 Night Transatlantic: Brazil & Canary Islands (Lisbon To Buenos Aires) (Lisbon Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Lisbon, Portugal at 8:00 PM and will return to the port of Buenos Aires, Argentina on Dec 22nd at 4:45 AM. During the 18-day journey, the Norwegian Star will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 10 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
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DECEMBER 5, 2024
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17 NIGHTS · 7 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · LISBON
// 04 · PORTS

17 Night Transatlantic: Brazil & Canary Islands (Lisbon To Buenos Aires) Port List

Norwegian Star·December 5, 2024
Lisbon, Portugal — Day 1 of Norwegian Star December 5, 2024 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
THURSDAY·DEC 5

Lisbon

Portugal
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
8:00 PM

Lisbon, Portugal, offers docking at Lisbon Port. Travelers explore Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery. Excursions visit Sintra’s Pena Palace. Local markets sell pastéis de nata. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Manueline architecture and Tagus River vistas. Dining onboard includes bacalhau, a Portuguese favorite. Souvenirs, like azulejo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Age of Exploration history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Lisbon’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic rivers, making Lisbon an engaging destination.

DECEMBER FORECAST
53°F avg · Avg
Funchal, Madeira — Day 3 of Norwegian Star December 5, 2024 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
SATURDAY·DEC 7

Funchal

Madeira
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
3:00 PM

Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, offers docking at Funchal Port. Travelers explore Monte Palace Gardens and Funchal Cathedral. Excursions include levada walks. Local markets sell bolo de mel. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures lush gardens and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes espada com banana, a Madeiran favorite. Souvenirs, like embroidery crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Madeiran history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance levada hikes. Funchal’s scenic charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of botanical beauty and scenic coasts, making Funchal an engaging destination.

DECEMBER FORECAST
63°F avg · Avg
Santa Cruz De Tenerife, Canary Islands — Day 4 of Norwegian Star December 5, 2024 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
SUNDAY·DEC 8

Santa Cruz De Tenerife

Canary Islands
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
7:00 PM

Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, offers docking at Santa Cruz Port. Travelers explore Auditorio de Tenerife and Anaga Mountains. Excursions visit Teide National Park. Local markets sell mojo potatoes. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic landscapes and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes ropa vieja, a Canarian favorite. Souvenirs, like lava crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Guanche history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance mountain hikes. Santa Cruz’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and scenic volcanoes, making Santa Cruz an engaging destination.

DECEMBER FORECAST
67°F avg · Avg
Porto Grande, Cape Verde Islands — Day 7 of Norwegian Star December 5, 2024 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
WEDNESDAY·DEC 11

Porto Grande

Cape Verde Islands
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
3:00 PM

Porto Grande, Cape Verde Islands, provides docking at Porto Grande Port. Travelers explore Mindelo’s cultural markets and colonial architecture. Excursions visit Monte Verde’s hiking trails. Local markets sell grogue. The peak season, November to April, brings dry weather for island tours. Photography captures colorful streets and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes cachupa, a Cape Verdean favorite. Souvenirs, like woven crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Creole culture. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance hikes. Porto Grande’s vibrant island charm offers a dynamic Cape Verdean stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural heritage, scenic landscapes, and coastal beauty, making Porto Grande an engaging destination for exploring Cape Verde’s lively culture.

DECEMBER FORECAST
74°F avg · Avg
Recife, Brazil — Day 11 of Norwegian Star December 5, 2024 cruise
DAY
11
PORT 10
SUNDAY·DEC 15

Recife

Brazil
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:00 AM
6:00 PM

Recife, Brazil, offers docking at Recife Port. Travelers explore Boa Viagem Beach and Olinda’s UNESCO colonial streets. Excursions visit Porto de Galinhas for snorkeling. Local markets sell frevo sweets. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful facades and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes tapioca, a Brazilian favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Pernambuco history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Recife’s vibrant culture offers a dynamic Brazilian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites, scenic beaches, and coastal charm, making Recife an engaging destination for exploring Brazil’s northeast.

DECEMBER FORECAST
82°F avg · Avg
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil — Day 14 of Norwegian Star December 5, 2024 cruise
DAY
14
PORT 13
WEDNESDAY·DEC 18

Rio De Janeiro

Brazil
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
8:00 PM

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, offers docking at Porto Maravilha. Travelers explore Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Beach. Excursions visit Sugarloaf Mountain’s cable car. Local markets sell feijoada. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures iconic statues and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes pão de queijo, a Brazilian favorite. Souvenirs, like samba crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carioca history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Rio’s vibrant energy offers a dynamic Brazilian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks, scenic beaches, and samba culture, making Rio de Janeiro an engaging destination for exploration.

DECEMBER FORECAST
81°F avg · Avg
Montevideo, Uruguay — Day 17 of Norwegian Star December 5, 2024 cruise
DAY
17
PORT 16
SATURDAY·DEC 21

Montevideo

Uruguay
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
3:00 PM

Montevideo, Uruguay, offers docking at Montevideo Port. Travelers explore Plaza Independencia and Pocitos Beach. Excursions visit Colonia del Sacramento. Local markets sell asado. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and Río de la Plata vistas. Dining onboard includes chivito, a Uruguayan favorite. Souvenirs, like mate gourds, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Gaucho history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Montevideo’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Uruguayan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic plazas and scenic beaches, making Montevideo an engaging destination for exploration.

DECEMBER FORECAST
73°F avg · Avg
Buenos Aires, Argentina — Day 18 of Norwegian Star December 5, 2024 cruise
DAY
18
DISEMBARKATION
SUNDAY·DEC 22

Buenos Aires

Argentina
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
4:45 AM
—

Buenos Aires, Argentina, offers docking at Buenos Aires Port. Travelers explore La Boca and Recoleta Cemetery. Excursions visit Tigre Delta. Local markets sell empanadas. The peak season, December to March, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures colorful barrios and Río de la Plata vistas. Dining onboard includes asado, an Argentine favorite. Souvenirs, like tango crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Peronist history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Buenos Aires’ vibrant charm offers a lively Argentine stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic rivers, making Buenos Aires an engaging destination.

DECEMBER FORECAST
74°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

17 Night Transatlantic: Brazil & Canary Islands (Lisbon To Buenos Aires) Weather Forecast

Norwegian Star·December 5, 2024
DEC FORECAST · LISBON
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
53°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
65°
AVG LOW
41°
AVG RAINFALL
2.5"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT LISBON
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
53°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Norwegian Star December 5, 2024 Excursions

Norwegian Star·December 5, 2024

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.

// BROWSE BY PORT
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Browse shore excursions for each port on this Norwegian Star itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

17 Night Transatlantic: Brazil & Canary Islands (Lisbon To Buenos Aires)

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 AVERAGE
CAUTION TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 65% of all cruises
6.5/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN08 PORTS
01

Lisbon 🇵🇹

Portugal · PortugalMODERATE

Travelers in Lisbon should stay vigilant in crowded areas and on public transport to avoid petty theft and keep belongings secure.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Funchal 🇵🇹

Madeira · PortugalSAFE

Funchal is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, though travelers should remain vigilant against occasional pickpocketing.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Santa Cruz De Tenerife 🇪🇸

Canary Islands · SpainMODERATE

Santa Cruz de Tenerife is generally safe for cruise travelers, though visitors should remain vigilant against occasional petty crime in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Porto Grande 🌍

Cape Verde Islands · Cape VerdeMODERATE

Porto Grande is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance is advised to avoid petty theft and scams, especially in busy areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Recife 🌍

Brazil · BrazilHIGH CAUTION

Travelers should exercise extreme caution in Recife due to high crime rates and stay vigilant in urban areas to ensure personal safety.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Rio De Janeiro 🌍

Brazil · BrazilHIGH CAUTION

Travelers in Rio de Janeiro should stay vigilant, avoid high-risk areas, and take standard safety precautions to mitigate crime risks.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
07

Montevideo 🌍

Uruguay · UruguayMODERATE

Montevideo is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised in crowded areas and after dark to avoid petty theft.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
08

Buenos Aires 🌍

Argentina · ArgentinaCAUTION

Travelers should stay vigilant in Buenos Aires due to higher crime rates, especially in tourist areas, and consider organized tours for safety.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Norwegian Star Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsNORWEGIAN
Norwegian Star
NORWEGIAN · DAWN
CHRISTENED
2001
STATEROOMS
1,174
TONNAGE
91,740GT
26.8% BELOW AVG· vs avg 125,377 GT
YEAR BUILT
2001
11 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2012
LENGTH
965ft
3.5% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,000 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
2,348cruisers
25.5% BELOW AVG· vs avg 3,153 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Norwegian 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 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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