Norwegian Sun itinerary map for May 21, 2025 (14 nights)
Norwegian Sun itinerary map for May 21, 2025 (14 nights)
14 nights · 9 ports
Round-trip · Papeete, Tahiti
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Norwegian Sun
May 21, 2025

14-Night South Pacific: Bora Bora Kauai Kona & Maui aboard Norwegian Sun · Departing May 21, 2025 from the Port of Papeete, Tahiti.

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This 14-night cruise aboard the Sun departs from Papeete, Tahiti on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 and returns on Wednesday, Jun 4th. May weather across this route averages 83°/72°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.4 out of 10, averaged across 9 ports.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Papeete
Tahiti
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
4

Cruise Price - Norwegian Sun May 21, 2025

Norwegian Sun · May 21, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Sun cruise ship departing May 21, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,675 ($120 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,892 ($136 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 11%.

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Inside
$1,675
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Oceanview
$1,955
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Balcony
$2,525
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Suite
$3,715

Price History – Norwegian Sun May 21, 2025

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Norwegian Sun
May 21, 2025
$1,675
11% vs avg: $1,892

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 14 Night South Pacific: Bora Bora Kauai Kona & Maui (Papeete To Honolulu)

Norwegian Sun · May 21, 2025

The Norwegian Sun sails on May 21, 2025 for a 14 Night South Pacific: Bora Bora Kauai Kona & Maui (Papeete To Honolulu). The ship will depart the port of Papeete, Tahiti at 11:00 PM and will return to the port of Honolulu, Oahu on Jun 4th at 6:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the Norwegian Sun will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night South Pacific: Bora Bora Kauai Kona & Maui (Papeete To Honolulu)

  • MAY21
    Papeete, Tahiti
    Papeete, Tahiti
    A: — - D: 11:00 PM
  • MAY22
    Papeete, Tahiti
    Papeete, Tahiti
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 10:00 PM
  • MAY23
    Moorea, French Polynesia
    Moorea, French Polynesia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • MAY24
    Raiatea, French Polynesia
    Raiatea, French Polynesia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • MAY25
    Bora Bora, French Polynesia
    Bora Bora, French Polynesia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
  • MAY21
    Bora Bora, French Polynesia
    Bora Bora, French Polynesia
    A: — - D: 12:00 PM
  • MAY27
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY28
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY29
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY30
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY31
    Hilo, Hawaii
    Hilo, Hawaii
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • JUN01
    Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
    Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JUN02
    Nawiliwili, Kauai
    Nawiliwili, Kauai
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JUN03
    Kahului, Maui, Hawaii
    Kahului, Maui, Hawaii
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JUN04
    Honolulu, Oahu
    Honolulu, Oahu
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Norwegian Sun Cruise Ports

May 21, 2025 · 14 Night South Pacific: Bora Bora Kauai Kona & Maui (Papeete To Honolulu)

Papeete, Tahiti — Day 1 of Norwegian Sun May 21, 2025 cruise
Day 1•Wednesday, May 21

Papeete, Tahiti

Arrival: —•Departure: 11:00 PM

Papeete, Tahiti, offers docking at Papeete Port. Travelers explore Point Venus and Bougainville Park. Excursions include snorkeling at Moorea’s lagoon. Local markets sell poisson cru. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures black-sand beaches and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes poulet fafa, a Tahitian favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Papeete’s island charm offers a vibrant French Polynesian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic lagoons, making Papeete an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Papeete, Tahiti — Day 2 of Norwegian Sun May 21, 2025 cruise
Day 2•Thursday, May 22

Papeete, Tahiti

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 10:00 PM

Returning to Papeete, Tahiti — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Moorea, French Polynesia — Day 3 of Norwegian Sun May 21, 2025 cruise
Day 3•Friday, May 23

Moorea, French Polynesia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Moorea, French Polynesia, offers docking at Cook’s Bay with tenders to shore. Travelers explore Belvedere Lookout and Opunohu Bay. Excursions include snorkeling at Tiahura. Local markets sell poisson cru. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures lush valleys and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes poulet fafa, a Polynesian favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Moorea’s island charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of scenic lookouts and marine adventures, making Moorea an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Raiatea, French Polynesia — Day 4 of Norwegian Sun May 21, 2025 cruise
Day 4•Saturday, May 24

Raiatea, French Polynesia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Raiatea, French Polynesia, offers docking at Uturoa Port. Travelers explore Taputapuatea’s UNESCO marae and vanilla plantations. Excursions include snorkeling at Motu Iriru. Local markets sell poisson cru. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for island tours. Photography captures sacred sites and lagoon vistas. Dining onboard includes poulet fafa, a Polynesian favorite. Souvenirs, like black pearls, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Raiatea’s cultural allure offers a vibrant Polynesian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of sacred heritage, scenic lagoons, and island culture, making Raiatea an engaging destination for exploring French Polynesia’s beauty.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Bora Bora, French Polynesia — Day 5 of Norwegian Sun May 21, 2025 cruise
Day 5•Sunday, May 25

Bora Bora, French Polynesia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Bora Bora, French Polynesia, offers docking at Vaitape Port with tenders to shore. Travelers explore Matira Beach and Mount Otemanu. Excursions include lagoon snorkeling. Local markets sell poisson cru. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes poulet fafa, a Polynesian favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Bora Bora’s island charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of stunning lagoons and scenic beaches, making Bora Bora an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Bora Bora, French Polynesia — Day 6 of Norwegian Sun May 21, 2025 cruise
Day 6•Monday, May 26

Bora Bora, French Polynesia

Arrival: —•Departure: 12:00 PM

Returning to Bora Bora, French Polynesia — see Day 5 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 7 at sea — Norwegian Sun May 21, 2025 itinerary
Day 7•Tuesday, May 27

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Sun — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, Pool, Sports Bar & Galleria Shops.

Day 8 at sea — Norwegian Sun May 21, 2025 itinerary
Day 8•Wednesday, May 28

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Sun — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, Pool, Sports Bar & Galleria Shops.

Day 9 at sea — Norwegian Sun May 21, 2025 itinerary
Day 9•Thursday, May 29

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Sun — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, Pool, Sports Bar & Galleria Shops.

Day 10 at sea — Norwegian Sun May 21, 2025 itinerary
Day 10•Friday, May 30

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Sun — featuring Cagney's Steakhouse, Pool, Sports Bar & Galleria Shops.

Hilo, Hawaii — Day 11 of Norwegian Sun May 21, 2025 cruise
Day 11•Saturday, May 31

Hilo, Hawaii

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Hilo, Hawaii, offers docking at Hilo Port. Travelers explore Rainbow Falls and Volcanoes National Park. Excursions include snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay. Local markets sell poke. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures lava fields and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes loco moco, a Hawaiian favorite. Souvenirs, like macadamia crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Hilo’s natural charm offers a vibrant Hawaiian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of volcanic landscapes and marine adventures, making Hilo an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii — Day 12 of Norwegian Sun May 21, 2025 cruise
Day 12•Sunday, Jun 1

Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, offers docking at Kailua-Kona Port. Travelers explore Hulihe‘e Palace and Kona Coffee farms. Excursions include snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay. Local markets sell poke. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic beaches and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes loco moco, a Hawaiian favorite. Souvenirs, like Kona coffee crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Kailua-Kona’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Hawaiian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural heritage and scenic beaches, making Kailua-Kona an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Nawiliwili, Kauai — Day 13 of Norwegian Sun May 21, 2025 cruise
Day 13•Monday, Jun 2

Nawiliwili, Kauai

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Nawiliwili, Kauai, Hawaii, offers docking at Nawiliwili Port. Travelers explore Waimea Canyon and Na Pali Coast. Excursions include snorkeling at Tunnels Beach. Local markets sell shave ice. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rugged cliffs and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes kalua pork, a Hawaiian favorite. Souvenirs, like kukui nut crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance canyon hikes. Nawiliwili’s natural charm offers a vibrant Hawaiian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of dramatic landscapes and marine adventures, making Nawiliwili an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Kahului, Maui, Hawaii — Day 14 of Norwegian Sun May 21, 2025 cruise
Day 14•Tuesday, Jun 3

Kahului, Maui, Hawaii

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Kahului, Maui, Hawaii, offers docking at Kahului Port. Travelers explore Haleakalā National Park and Iao Valley. Excursions include snorkeling at Molokini Crater. Local markets sell poke. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic craters and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes kalua pork, a Hawaiian favorite. Souvenirs, like macadamia crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance park hikes. Kahului’s natural charm offers a vibrant Hawaiian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of volcanic landscapes and marine adventures, making Kahului an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Honolulu, Oahu — Day 15 of Norwegian Sun May 21, 2025 cruise
Day 15•Wednesday, Jun 4

Honolulu, Oahu

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii, offers docking at Honolulu Port. Travelers explore Pearl Harbor and Waikiki Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Hanauma Bay. Local markets sell poke. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic memorials and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes loco moco, a Hawaiian favorite. Souvenirs, like aloha crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Polynesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Honolulu’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Hawaiian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and scenic beaches, making Honolulu an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Norwegian Sun - May 21, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Papeete, Tahiti

🌦️

May

Typical Weather

84°F

Average High

75°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.11in

Daily average

3.6 in monthly total

Norwegian Sun Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

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.

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Itinerary Safety Score

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 Safety Rank
84 / 100
safer than 84% of all cruises
84
8
/ 10
Papeete, Tahiti
Papeete
Papeete is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas.
8
/ 10
Moorea, French Polynesia
Moorea
Moorea is a safe destination for cruise travelers, with a low crime rate and occasional petty theft, so standard precautions are advised.
9
/ 10
Raiatea, French Polynesia
Raiatea
Raiatea is a safe cruise destination with a low crime rate, allowing travelers to explore its natural beauty and culture with confidence.
9
/ 10
Bora Bora, French Polynesia
Bora Bora
Bora Bora is a safe travel destination with a low crime rate, allowing tourists to enjoy its landscapes and culture with peace of mind.
9
/ 10
Hilo, Hawaii
Hilo
Hilo is a safe cruise destination with a low crime rate, but travelers should be aware of minor theft risks and geological hazards.
9
/ 10
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii
Kailua-Kona
Kailua-Kona is generally safe for travelers, but standard precautions against property crime and theft are still recommended.
9
/ 10
Nawiliwili, Kauai
Nawiliwili
Nawiliwili is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against vehicle break-ins and outdoor hazards.
9
/ 10
Kahului, Maui, Hawaii
Kahului
Kahului is a safe cruise port with low crime rates and a welcoming atmosphere, ensuring a secure environment for travelers.
8
/ 10
Honolulu, Oahu
Honolulu
Travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas, secure belongings, and exercise caution, especially after dark, to ensure safety.

Cruise Ship

Norwegian Sun

⚓ Tonnage

78,309

vs avg 123,300

🛠️ Year Built

2,001

vs avg 2,011

📏 Length (ft)

848

vs avg 994

👥 Passenger Count

1,936

vs avg 3,120

The 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 Norwegian 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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Norwegian Sun May 21, 2025 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Norwegian Sun May 21, 2025 cruise?▾

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What's the weather like on the Norwegian Sun May 21, 2025 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 14-night route, May averages 83°F highs and 72°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the May 21, 2025 Norwegian Sun itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 8.4 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 9 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Norwegian Sun sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Norwegian Sun departs Papeete, Tahiti on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 11:00 PM and returns on Wednesday, Jun 4th, 2025 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 14 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Norwegian Sun sailing on May 21, 2025?▾

Cruise director assignment for this sail date is not currently confirmed in our records.

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