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Norwegian Sun itinerary map for March 17, 2024 (5 nights)
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5 nights · 5 ports
Round-trip · Miami, Florida
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March 17, 2024

5-Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay Key West & Nassau aboard Norwegian Sun · Departing March 17, 2024 from the Port of Miami, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 5-night cruise aboard the Sun departs from Miami, Florida on Sunday, March 17, 2024 and returns on Friday, Mar 22nd. March weather across this route averages 83°/58°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.3 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.3OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 73% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
5
night cruise
Sun → Fri
02
Miami
departure port
Florida
03
5
port stops
West
04
0
sea days
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

The Norwegian Sun, operated by Norwegian Cruise Line, sets sail on Sunday, March 17, 2024 from Miami, Florida for a 5-night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay Key West & Nassau cruise. This itinerary includes 5 unique port stops and 0 days at sea. March weather across the route averages 83°F highs and 58°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.3 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 Sun sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Norwegian Sun March 17, 2024 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Norwegian Sun March 17, 2024 Price & Tracking

NORWEGIAN SUN·MARCH 17, 2024

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Sun cruise ship departing March 17, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $639 ($128 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $613 ($123 per night), this represents a recent increase of 4%.

Norwegian Sun cruise departing March 17, 20245-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $639 ($128 per night). Average price: $613.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $609
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Norwegian Sun · March 17, 2024
$639
$128 per night · 5 nights
5% above average
Avg $609

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// 03 · ITINERARY

5 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay Key West & Nassau (Miami Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapMARCH 17, 2024
The Norwegian Sun sails on March 17, 2024 for a 5 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay Key West & Nassau (Miami Roundtrip) (Miami Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 5:30 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on Mar 22nd at 7:00 AM. During the 6-day journey, the Norwegian Sun will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 0 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Norwegian Sun
MARCH 17, 2024
6 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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5 NIGHTS · 4 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · MIAMI
// 04 · PORTS

5 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay Key West & Nassau (Miami Roundtrip) Port List

Norwegian Sun·March 17, 2024
Miami, Florida — Day 1 of Norwegian Sun March 17, 2024 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SUNDAY·MAR 17

Miami

Florida
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
5:30 PM

Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast.

Key West, Florida — Day 2 of Norwegian Sun March 17, 2024 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
MONDAY·MAR 18

Key West

Florida
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
2:00 PM

Key West, Florida, offers docking at Mallory Square Port. Travelers explore Duval Street and Hemingway House. Excursions include snorkeling at Dry Tortugas. Local markets sell key lime pie. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful homes and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes conch fritters, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Conch Republic history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Key West’s vibrant charm offers a lively American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of literary history and scenic coasts, making Key West an engaging destination.

Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas — Day 3 of Norwegian Sun March 17, 2024 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
7:00 PM

Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas (Cruise Line Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore Bertram’s Cove and cabana areas. Excursions include snorkeling at coral reefs. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures palm-lined beaches and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Great Stirrup Cay’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of serene beaches and marine activities, making Great Stirrup Cay an engaging destination.

Freeport, Grand Bahama Island — Day 4 of Norwegian Sun March 17, 2024 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
WEDNESDAY·MAR 20

Freeport

Grand Bahama Island
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

Freeport, Grand Bahama Island, Bahamas, offers docking at Freeport Harbour. Travelers explore Lucaya Marketplace and Garden of the Groves. Excursions include snorkeling at Peterson Cay. Local markets sell conch salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures tropical gardens and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like straw crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Freeport’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Bahamian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of lush gardens and marine adventures, making Freeport an engaging destination.

Nassau, Bahamas — Day 5 of Norwegian Sun March 17, 2024 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
THURSDAY·MAR 21

Nassau

Bahamas
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
6:00 PM

Nassau, Bahamas, offers docking at Prince George Wharf. Travelers explore Atlantis Resort and Straw Market. Excursions include snorkeling at Rose Island. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like straw crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Nassau’s vibrant charm offers a lively Bahamian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of resort thrills and cultural markets, making Nassau an engaging destination for exploration.

// 05 · WEATHER

5 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay Key West & Nassau (Miami Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Norwegian Sun·March 17, 2024
MAR FORECAST · MIAMI
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
68°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
85°
AVG LOW
52°
AVG RAINFALL
2.2"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT MIAMI
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
68°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Norwegian Sun March 17, 2024 Excursions

Norwegian Sun·March 17, 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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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

5 Night Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay Key West & Nassau (Miami Roundtrip)

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 73% of all cruises
7.3/10 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 BREAKDOWN05 PORTS
01

Miami 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Travelers should remain vigilant and safeguard belongings in Miami, as certain neighborhoods may have higher crime rates, especially after dark.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Key West 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Visitors to Key West should remain vigilant against petty crime, particularly theft, while taking standard precautions to ensure safety.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island) 🇧🇸

Bahamas · BahamasSAFE

Great Stirrup Cay provides a secure environment for cruise travelers, with safety enhanced by staying primarily on the ship.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Freeport 🇧🇸

Grand Bahama Island · BahamasCAUTION

Freeport is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should remain vigilant, stay in populated areas, and secure their belongings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Nassau 🇧🇸

Bahamas · BahamasCAUTION

Travelers in Nassau should stay vigilant, stick to well-populated areas, and be aware of their surroundings to ensure safety.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Norwegian Sun Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsNORWEGIAN
Norwegian Sun
NORWEGIAN · SUN
CHRISTENED
2001
STATEROOMS
968
TONNAGE
78,309GT
37.5% BELOW AVG· vs avg 125,377 GT
YEAR BUILT
2001
11 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2012
LENGTH
848ft
15.2% BELOW AVG· vs avg 1,000 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
1,936cruisers
38.6% BELOW AVG· vs avg 3,153 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Norwegian Sun has a construction date of 2001 and a total size of 78,309 gross tons. The ship measures 848 feet in length. Norwegian Sun is included in Norwegian's Sun class. At full capacity, the Sun holds 1,936 passengers. That includes 1,030 cruise vacationers and 906 staff members. The Sun total number of staterooms is 968.

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// 09 · FAQ

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