Norwegian Sun itinerary map for July 4, 2025 (9 nights)

Norwegian Sun — July 4, 20259-Night Europe: France Spain England & Portugal on Norwegian

This 9-night cruise aboard the Sun departs from Lisbon, Portugal on Friday, July 4, 2025 and returns on Sunday, Jul 13th. July weather across this route averages 91°/55°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.0 out of 10, averaged across 9 ports.

Cruise Length

Night Cruise

Departure Port

Lisbon

Portugal

Port Stops

Sea Days

Cruise Itinerary Map - 9 Night Europe: France Spain England & Portugal (Lisbon To Le Havre)

Norwegian Sun · July 4, 2025

The Norwegian Sun sails on July 4, 2025 for a 9 Night Europe: France Spain England & Portugal (Lisbon To Le Havre). The ship will depart the port of Lisbon, Portugal at 8:00 PM and will return to the port of Le Havre (Paris), France on Jul 13th at 7:00 AM. During the 10-day journey, the Norwegian Sun will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 1 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

9 Night Europe: France Spain England & Portugal (Lisbon To Le Havre)

JUL04
Lisbon, Portugal
A: — - D: 8:00 PM
JUL05
Oporto, Portugal
A: 9:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
JUL06
La Coruna, Spain
A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
JUL07
Bilbao, Spain
A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
JUL08
Le Verdon-Sur-Mer (bordeaux), France
A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
JUL09
La Rochelle, France
A: 6:30 AM - D: 4:30 PM
JUL10
At Sea
A: — - D: —
JUL11
Ijmuiden (amsterdam), Netherlands
A: 8:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
JUL12
Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium
A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
JUL13
Le Havre (Paris), France
A: 7:00 AM - D: —

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Cruise Ports

July 4, 2025 · 9 Night Europe: France Spain England & Portugal (Lisbon To Le Havre)

Day 1•Friday, Jul 4

Lisbon, Portugal

Arrival: —•Departure: 8:00 PM

Lisbon, Portugal, offers docking at Lisbon Port. Travelers explore Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery. Excursions visit Sintra’s Pena Palace. Local markets sell pastéis de nata. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Manueline architecture and Tagus River vistas. Dining onboard includes bacalhau, a Portuguese favorite. Souvenirs, like azulejo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Age of Exploration history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Lisbon’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic rivers, making Lisbon an engaging destination.

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Day 2•Saturday, Jul 5

Oporto, Portugal

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Oporto, Portugal, offers docking at Leixões Port. Travelers explore Ribeira’s colorful waterfront and Livraria Lello. Excursions visit Douro Valley’s vineyards for port wine tastings. Local markets sell pastéis de nata. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures tiled buildings and Douro River views. Dining onboard includes francesinha, a Porto favorite. Souvenirs, like port bottles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Portugal’s maritime history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance riverside walks. Oporto’s vibrant riverfront charm offers a dynamic Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites, wine culture, and scenic beauty, making Oporto an engaging destination for exploring Portugal’s northern heritage and Douro Valley.

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Day 3•Sunday, Jul 6

La Coruna, Spain

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

La Coruña, Spain, offers docking at La Coruña Port. Travelers explore Tower of Hercules and María Pita Square. Excursions visit Santiago de Compostela. Local markets sell pulpo a la gallega. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Roman lighthouses and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes empanada gallega, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like scallop crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Galician history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. La Coruña’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making La Coruña an engaging destination.

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Day 4•Monday, Jul 7

Bilbao, Spain

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Bilbao, Spain, docks at Getxo Port, 10 kilometers from downtown, with shuttles for 20-minute rides. The city, population 340,000, features the Guggenheim Museum with Frank Gehry’s titanium design. Travelers stroll Casco Viejo for pintxos bars. Excursions to San Sebastián, 1 hour east, explore La Concha Beach. Local markets sell Idiazabal cheese. Peak season June to September; taxis 10-15 EUR. Dining includes bacalao at old town taverns. Souvenirs feature Basque berets.

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Day 5•Tuesday, Jul 8

Le Verdon-Sur-Mer (bordeaux), France

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Le Verdon-sur-Mer, France, has docking at Le Verdon Port with excursions to Bordeaux. Travelers explore Bordeaux’s wine museums and Place de la Bourse. Excursions visit Médoc vineyards. Local markets sell canelés. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures Gironde estuary and chateaux. Dining onboard includes entrecôte bordelaise, a French dish. Souvenirs, like wine bottles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover wine history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance vineyard tours. Le Verdon’s wine country access offers a serene French stop, blending culture with scenic beauty.

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Day 6•Wednesday, Jul 9

La Rochelle, France

Arrival: 6:30 AM•Departure: 4:30 PM

La Roche-Guyon, France, has docking at a Seine River port. Travelers explore Château de La Roche-Guyon’s medieval fortress. Excursions visit Giverny’s Monet Gardens. Local markets sell camembert. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather. Photography captures castle cliffs and river views. Dining onboard includes coq au vin, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender sachets, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance castle tours. La Roche-Guyon’s historic charm offers a serene French stop, blending heritage with scenic beauty.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 7•Thursday, Jul 10

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•Friday, Jul 11

Ijmuiden (amsterdam), Netherlands

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Ijmuiden, Netherlands, has docking at Ijmuiden Port with excursions to Amsterdam. Travelers explore Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum and canal cruises. Excursions visit Zaanse Schans’ windmills. Local markets sell stroopwafels. The peak season, April to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures canals and historic facades. Dining onboard includes bitterballen, a Dutch snack. Souvenirs, like Delft pottery, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Dutch Golden Age. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Ijmuiden’s access to Amsterdam offers a vibrant Dutch stop, blending culture with canal charm.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 9•Saturday, Jul 12

Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium, offers docking at Zeebrugge Port with excursions to Bruges. Travelers explore Bruges’ Belfry and Markt Square. Excursions visit Ghent’s cathedral. Local markets sell waffles. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval canals and North Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes moules-frites, a Belgian favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Flemish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance cobblestone walks. Zeebrugge’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Belgian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic canals, making Zeebrugge an engaging destination.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Day 10•Sunday, Jul 13

Le Havre (Paris), France

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Le Havre (Paris), France, offers docking at Le Havre Port with excursions to Paris. Travelers explore Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum. Excursions visit Normandy’s D-Day beaches. Local markets sell crêpes. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures Parisian landmarks and Seine vistas. Dining onboard includes coq au vin, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like beret crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light layers and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Le Havre’s urban gateway offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and historic beaches, making Le Havre an engaging destination.

Port Info Link Port Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Norwegian Sun - July 4, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Lisbon, Portugal

☀️

July

Typical Weather

90°F

Average High

59°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.00in

Daily average

0.1 in monthly total

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

80 / 100

safer than 80% of all cruises

/ 10

Lisbon

Travelers in Lisbon should stay vigilant in crowded areas and on public transport to avoid petty theft and keep belongings secure.

/ 10

Oporto

Oporto is generally safe for cruise travelers, but remain vigilant against petty theft, especially in crowded areas and on public transport.

/ 10

La Coruna

La Coruña, Spain, is a safe cruise port with a low crime rate, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas.

/ 10

Bilbao

Bilbao is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, though travelers should remain vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.

/ 10

Le Verdon

Le Verdon-sur-Mer is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, well-maintained areas, and a welcoming atmosphere for travelers.

/ 10

La Rochelle

La Rochelle is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant in busy areas to avoid occasional pickpocketing.

/ 10

Ijmuiden

Ijmuiden is a safe cruise port, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty crime near transit connections to Amsterdam.

/ 10

Zeebrugge

Zeebrugge is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas.

/ 10

Le Havre

Le Havre is generally safe for tourists, but it's important to stay vigilant in less populated areas and crowded places to avoid theft.

Cruise Ship

⚓ 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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What's the weather like on the Norwegian Sun July 4, 2025 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 9-night route, July averages 91°F highs and 55°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the July 4, 2025 Norwegian Sun itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 8.0 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 Lisbon, Portugal on Friday, July 4, 2025 at 8:00 PM and returns on Sunday, Jul 13th, 2025 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 9 nights.

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