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Norwegian Star itinerary map for December 17, 2027 (16 nights)
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16 nights · 10 ports
Round-trip · Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Norwegian Star
December 17, 2027

16-Night South America: Argentina & Chile aboard Norwegian Star · Departing December 17, 2027 from the Port of Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Interior from$3,989/ guest· Prices updated Oct 11, 2026
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// AT A GLANCE

Norwegian Star December 17, 2027 Cruise Overview

Norwegian Star leaves Buenos Aires, Argentina on Friday, December 17, 2027 at 6:45 PM and ends in San Antonio, Chile on Sunday, January 2 at 6:00 AM: 16 nights with 8 ports of call (Montevideo, Puerto Madryn, Port Stanley, Elephant Island, Cruise Paradise Harbor, Ushuaia, Punta Arenas and Puerto Montt) and 7 days at sea. It is the only upcoming departure of this itinerary on Norwegian Star. The lowest fare today is $3,989 per person for an inside cabin (about $249 a night). Since we started tracking it in January 2026, the inside fare has ranged from $3,079 to $3,989; today’s is $910 above the lowest. December averages 54°F highs and 33°F lows across the ports on this route.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.5 out of 10, averaged across 10 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.5OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 75% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
16
night cruise
Fri → Sun
02
Buenos Aires
departure port
Argentina
03
10
port stops
Argentina
04
7
sea days
Day 3
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// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Norwegian Star December 17, 2027 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Norwegian Star December 17, 2027 Price & Tracking

NORWEGIAN STAR·DECEMBER 17, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Star cruise ship departing December 17, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $3,989 ($250 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $3,707 ($232 per night), this represents a recent increase of 8%.

Norwegian Star cruise departing December 17, 2027 — 16-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $3,989 ($250 per night). Average price: $3,707.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $3,706
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Norwegian Star · December 17, 2027
$3,989
$250 per night · 16 nights
↑
8% above average
Avg $3,706

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// 03 · ITINERARY

16 Night South America: Argentina & Chile (Buenos Aires To Santiago) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 17, 2027
All 17 days of the Norwegian Star December 17, 2027 cruise, including 7 days at sea. Arrival and departure times are local to each port, and the cruise line can change them before sailing.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Norwegian Star
DECEMBER 17, 2027
17 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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16 NIGHTS · 9 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · BUENOS AIRES
// 04 · PORTS

16 Night South America: Argentina & Chile (Buenos Aires To Santiago) Port List

Norwegian Star·December 17, 2027
Day 3 · Sunday · Dec 19

At sea

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

Day 5 · Tuesday · Dec 21

At sea

Day at sea aboard the Star.

Day 7 · Thursday · Dec 23

At sea

Day at sea aboard the Star.

Day 10 · Sunday · Dec 26

At sea

Day at sea aboard the Star.

Day 13 · Wednesday · Dec 29

At sea

Day at sea aboard the Star.

Day 14 · Thursday · Dec 30

At sea

Day at sea aboard the Star.

Day 16 · Saturday · Jan 1

At sea

Day at sea aboard the Star.

// 05 · WEATHER

16 Night South America: Argentina & Chile (Buenos Aires To Santiago) Weather Forecast

Norwegian Star·December 17, 2027
DEC FORECAST · BUENOS AIRES
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
Buenos Aires port guide
74°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
94°
AVG LOW
54°
AVG RAINFALL
3.7"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT BUENOS AIRES
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
74°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Most Popular Buenos Aires Shore Excursions

Independent shore excursions in every port on this Norwegian Star itinerary, booked directly with the operator who runs them. We flag the ones that guarantee you're back on board before the gangway lifts.

10 PORTS OF CALL·822 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST BUENOS AIRES SHORE TOURS
OF 451
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.9(3,997)
$128

Buenos Aires City Private Tour with Local Guide

Our VIP Private City Tour will allow you to discover a large number of attractions and curiosities of the…
4 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.8(2,383)
$38

Buenos Aires Small-Group City Tour

This service is unique due to its specific characteristics: small groups of people per tour, one language per…
5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.8(1,090)
$168

Gaucho Small-Group Full Day at a Farm in Buenos Aires

Enjoy a small-group tour from Buenos Aires to San Antonio de Areco and have a chance to see the pampas as you…
9 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.7(1,073)
$159

Gaucho Day Tour Ranch at an Estancia from Buenos Aires

Enjoy a full-day, shared tour and visit the town of San Antonio de Areco , which is one of the most…
9 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.5(1,038)
$65

Tigre Delta Small-Group Tour from Buenos Aires

This tour is especially recommended for nature lovers seeking a unique and refined experience just outside…
5.5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
4.6(830)
$46

Early Tango Dinner Show in Buenos Aires

Make your evening in Buenos Aires unforgettable with the most authentic tango experience in town! Travel to a…
4 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
TOP PRODUCT
4.5(686)
$59

Tigre Delta Premium Tour: Northern Buenos Aires Overview

This tour is especially recommended for nature lovers seeking an authentic and refined escape from the city…
5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
TOP PRODUCT
5.0(627)
$76

Private Airport Transfer In or Out : Ezeiza (EZE) – Buenos Aires

Nos enorgullecemos de ofrecer un servicio de traslado privado flexible y personalizado adaptado a las…
1.3 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR

These are the eight most reviewed. Buenos Aires has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

16 Night South America: Argentina & Chile (Buenos Aires To Santiago)

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
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 75% of all cruises
7.5/10 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 BREAKDOWN10 PORTS
01

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
02

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
03

Puerto Madryn 🌍

Argentina · ArgentinaMODERATE

Puerto Madryn is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should stay vigilant about personal belongings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Port Stanley 🌍

Falkland Islands · Falkland IslandsSAFE

Port Stanley offers a safe environment for cruise travelers, featuring low crime rates and a strong police presence.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Elephant Island 🌍

South Shetland Islands · AntarcticaCAUTION

Travelers to this remote Antarctic destination should follow strict safety protocols due to the lack of emergency services and extreme conditions.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Cruise Paradise Harbor 🌍

Antarctica · AntarcticaSAFE

Travelers can safely enjoy stunning Antarctic scenery from their cruise ships, minimizing risks associated with land excursions.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
07

Ushuaia 🌍

Tierra Del Fuego, Argentina · ArgentinaMODERATE

Ushuaia is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should exercise caution in remote areas and stay aware of their surroundings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
08

Punta Arenas 🌍

Chile · ChileMODERATE

Punta Arenas is relatively safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised in less populated areas and tourist hotspots to prevent theft.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
09

Puerto Montt 🌍

Chile · ChileMODERATE

Puerto Montt is generally safe for cruise travelers, but caution is advised in crowded areas and neighborhoods with higher crime rates.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
10

San Antonio 🌍

Chile · ChileMODERATE

San Antonio is a generally safe port for cruise travelers, but visitors should stay vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Norwegian Star Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsNORWEGIAN
Norwegian Star cruise ship exterior
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.

// INSIDE THE FULL SHIP PAGE
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Norwegian Star
  • Size comparison chart against other ships
  • Bars, restaurants, and venue highlights
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  • FAQs about Norwegian Star
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// 09 · FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for yourNorwegian Star·December 17, 2027sailing
  • As of Oct 11, 2026, the lowest fare is $3,989 per person for an inside cabin. Other cabin types: oceanview from $4,189, balcony from $6,439 and suite from $7,089.

    PRICING
Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · OCT 11, 2026
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