Norwegian Star - 12/26/2026
The December 26, 2026 cruise on the Norwegian Star departs from San Diego, California. On this 7 Night Mexican Riviera: Cabo San Lucas & Puerto Vallarta (San Diego Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Star sets sail on Saturday, Dec 26th and returns on Saturday, Jan 2nd.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Star cruise ship departing December 26, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,259 ($180 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,301 ($186 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 3%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Norwegian Star - December 26, 2026 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 25th | San Diego, California |
| 2 | Dec 26th | At Sea |
| 3 | Dec 28th | Cabo San Lucas, Mexico |
| 4 | Dec 29th | Mazatlan, Mexico |
| 5 | Dec 30th | Puerto Vallarta, Mexico |
| 6 | Dec 30th | At Sea |
| 7 | Dec 31st | At Sea |
| 8 | Jan 2nd | San Diego, California |
The Norwegian Star sails on December 26, 2026 for a 7 Night Mexican Riviera: Cabo San Lucas & Puerto Vallarta (San Diego Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of San Diego, California at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of San Diego, California on Jan 2nd at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Norwegian Star will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.
Cruise Ship
Norwegian Star
NORWEGIAN STAR SIZE
The Star has a construction date of 2001 and a total size of 91,740 gross tons. The ship measures 965 feet (294 meters) in length. Norwegian Star is included in Norwegian’s Dawn Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Star holds 3,379 passengers. That includes 2,348 cruise vacationers and 1,031 staff members. The Star total number of staterooms is 1,174.
Norwegian Star Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:91,740 GT
- Length:965 ft (294 m)
- Beam:125 ft (38 m)
- Draft:27 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:28 mph (24 kn)
- Year Built:2001
- Years Served:2001 - Present
- Capacity:2,348
- Crew Members:1,031
- Total on Board:3,379
- Total Staterooms:1,174
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:400 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Star 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
San Diego, California, offers docking at San Diego Port. Travelers explore Balboa Park and Gaslamp Quarter. Excursions visit La Jolla’s sea lions. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Spanish architecture and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes carne asada, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like surf-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kumeyaay history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance park walks. San Diego’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural parks and scenic coasts, making San Diego 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!
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, offers docking at Cabo San Lucas Port. Travelers explore El Arco and Lover’s Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Santa Maria Cove. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rock formations and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like silver crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Baja history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cabo San Lucas’ coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and marine adventures, making Cabo an engaging destination. (126 words)
Mazatlan, Mexico, offers docking at Mazatlan Port. Travelers explore Old Town and El Faro Lighthouse. Excursions include snorkeling at Deer Island. Local markets sell shrimp tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial plazas and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes aguachile, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like pottery crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Sinaloa history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Mazatlan’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic beaches, making Mazatlan an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, offers docking at Puerto Vallarta Port. Travelers explore Malecón and Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. Excursions include snorkeling at Los Arcos. Local markets sell pozole. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful boardwalks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes birria, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like huichol crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Jalisco history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Puerto Vallarta’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and marine adventures, making Puerto Vallarta 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!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
San Diego, California, offers docking at San Diego Port. Travelers explore Balboa Park and Gaslamp Quarter. Excursions visit La Jolla’s sea lions. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Spanish architecture and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes carne asada, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like surf-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kumeyaay history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance park walks. San Diego’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural parks and scenic coasts, making San Diego an engaging destination. (126 words)