Norwegian Sun - December 21, 2023
The December 21, 2023 cruise on the Norwegian Sun departs from Baltimore, Maryland. On this 12 Night Caribbean & Dominican Republic (Baltimore Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 8 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Sun sets sail on Thursday, Dec 21st and returns on Tuesday, Jan 2nd.
December 21, 2023
Dec 21st - Jan 2nd
Norwegian Sun
Norwegian Cruise Line
12 Night Caribbean & Dominican Republic
from Baltimore, Maryland
Norwegian Sun
NORWEGIAN SUN SIZE
The Sun has a construction date of 2001 and a total size of 78,309 gross tons. The ship measures 848 feet (258 meters) in length. Norwegian Sun is included in Norwegian’s Sun Class. At full capacity, the Norwegian Sun holds 2,842 passengers. That includes 1,936 cruise vacationers and 906 staff members. The Sun total number of staterooms is 968.
Norwegian Sun Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:78,309 GT
- Length:848 ft (258 m)
- Beam:123 ft (37 m)
- Draft:26 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
- Year Built:2001
- Years Served:2001 - Present
- Capacity:1,936
- Crew Members:906
- Total on Board:2,842
- Total Staterooms:968
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:330 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Norwegian Sun 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.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Norwegian Sun Deck Plans.
Itinerary
Norwegian Sun - December 21, 2023 - 12 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 20th | Baltimore, Maryland |
| 2 | Dec 21st | At Sea |
| 3 | Dec 22nd | At Sea |
| 4 | Dec 24th | San Juan, Puerto Rico |
| 5 | Dec 25th | Philipsburg, St. Maarten |
| 6 | Dec 26th | Basseterre, St. Kitts |
| 7 | Dec 27th | St. John's, Antigua |
| 8 | Dec 28th | Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas |
| 9 | Dec 29th | Tortola, British Virgin Islands |
| 10 | Dec 30th | Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic |
| 11 | Dec 30th | At Sea |
| 12 | Dec 31st | At Sea |
| 13 | Jan 2nd | Baltimore, Maryland |
Cruise Itinerary
The Norwegian Sun sails on December 21, 2023 for a 12 Night Caribbean & Dominican Republic (Baltimore Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Baltimore, Maryland at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Baltimore, Maryland on Jan 2nd at 6:00 AM. During the 13-day journey, the Norwegian Sun will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.
Not only was the Star Spangled Banner was written in Baltimore, but the city also hosts several of the nation's most respected visual and performing arts institutions. In addition to being rich with history and culture, Baltimore is family friendly, offering a multitude of attractions and activities for children and adults alike.
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!
The fortress of El Morro guards the harbor against long-gone Sir Francis Drake and his British privateers. The colorful streets of Old San Juan retain the Latin flavor of its seafaring past, when this was the heart of the Spanish Main. Sample the fiery rum made here, or indulge in an icy treat made from fresh tropical fruit and enjoy the Caribbean atmosphere.
An island under two flags, St. Martin/St. Maarten is French and Dutch. Philipsburg is on the Dutch side and famous for its duty-free emporia and casinos. A short drive will bring you to Marigot, a charming French Colonial outpost featuring shops filled with French fashions and imported Gallic goodies, as well as beautiful beaches.
This fertile isle is a land of rain forests, tropical flowers, and abundant sugar cane. After a stroll around the charming colonial streets and shops of the capital, Basseterre, tour the island or visit Brimstone Hill Fort, an impressive construction that is one of the wonders of the Caribbean world.
Originally established as a British settlement in the 17th century, Antigua certified its independence in 1981. Today, it is a vastly popular oasis, famed for its spectacular climate and 366 pristine beaches. St. John's is a splendid jewel on this tropical crown, boasting lush greenery and limitless recreation options. Take a hiking safari and be dazzled by the sights of the island at 1200 feet.
Charlotte Amalie, is the capital of the United States Virgin Islands and the most popular cruise port in the Caribbean. Named for a Danish Queen, the city features pastel houses that are heavily sprinkled against a background of emerald hills. Colorful sloops dock along the waterfront, and a few steps back, down alleyways lined with old Danish warehouse buildings, is a world-famous shopping center.
Puerto Plata is located on the northern coast of the Dominican Republic. It is known as the Amber Coast because of its rich deposits of the fossil resin. The province sprawls out over 70 miles of coast, white sand beaches, protected coral reefs, coconut groves, coastal lagoons, and crystalline waters. In the city, you can visit Mt. Isabel de Torres, a national park and botanical garden.
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!
Not only was the Star Spangled Banner was written in Baltimore, but the city also hosts several of the nation's most respected visual and performing arts institutions. In addition to being rich with history and culture, Baltimore is family friendly, offering a multitude of attractions and activities for children and adults alike.