Norwegian Sun itinerary map for August 21, 2025 (14 nights)
Norwegian Sun itinerary map for August 21, 2025 (14 nights)
14 nights · 11 ports
Round-trip · Cairns, Australia
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Norwegian Sun
August 21, 2025

14-Night Australia: Fiji Vanuatu & Great Barrier Reef aboard Norwegian Sun · Departing August 21, 2025 from the Port of Cairns, Australia.

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This 14-night cruise aboard the Sun departs from Cairns, Australia on Thursday, August 21, 2025 and returns on Thursday, Sep 4th. August weather across this route averages 83°/63°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.7 out of 10, averaged across 11 ports.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Cairns
Australia
Port Stops
11
Sea Days
3

Cruise Price - Norwegian Sun August 21, 2025

Norwegian Sun · August 21, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Sun cruise ship departing August 21, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,540 ($110 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,540 ($110 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 0%.

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Inside
$1,540
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Oceanview
$1,920
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Balcony
$3,290
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Suite
$4,820

Price History – Norwegian Sun August 21, 2025

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August 21, 2025
$1,540
0% vs avg: $1,540

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 14 Night Australia: Fiji Vanuatu & Great Barrier Reef (Cairns To Lautoka)

Norwegian Sun · August 21, 2025

The Norwegian Sun sails on August 21, 2025 for a 14 Night Australia: Fiji Vanuatu & Great Barrier Reef (Cairns To Lautoka). The ship will depart the port of Cairns, Australia at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Lautoka, Fiji Islands on Sep 4th at N/A. During the 15-day journey, the Norwegian Sun will visit 10 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Australia: Fiji Vanuatu & Great Barrier Reef (Cairns To Lautoka)

  • AUG21
    Cairns, Australia
    Cairns, Australia
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG22
    Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia
    Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • AUG23
    Townsville, Australia
    Townsville, Australia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • AUG24
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG25
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG26
    Noumea, New Caledonia
    Noumea, New Caledonia
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • AUG27
    Lifou Isle, New Caledonia
    Lifou Isle, New Caledonia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG28
    Mystery Island, Vanuatu
    Mystery Island, Vanuatu
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG29
    Port Vila, Efate, Vanuatu
    Port Vila, Efate, Vanuatu
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • AUG30
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG31
    Dravuni Island, Fiji
    Dravuni Island, Fiji
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP01
    Suva, Fiji
    Suva, Fiji
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP02
    Savusavu, Fiji
    Savusavu, Fiji
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP03
    Lautoka, Fiji Islands
    Lautoka, Fiji Islands
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
  • AUG21
    Lautoka, Fiji Islands
    Lautoka, Fiji Islands
    A: — - D: —
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Norwegian Sun Cruise Ports

August 21, 2025 · 14 Night Australia: Fiji Vanuatu & Great Barrier Reef (Cairns To Lautoka)

Cairns, Australia — Day 1 of Norwegian Sun August 21, 2025 cruise
Day 1•Thursday, Aug 21

Cairns, Australia

Arrival: —•Departure: 5:00 PM

Cairns, Australia, docks at Cairns Cruise Liner Terminal, a 10-minute walk to the Esplanade, population 150,000. Travelers visit the Cairns Aquarium for reef species. Excursions to the Great Barrier Reef, 1 hour by boat, offer snorkeling. Kuranda, 30 minutes north, features rainforest cable cars. Local markets sell mangoes. Peak season June to October; taxis 10-15 AUD. Dining includes barramundi at waterfront cafes. Souvenirs feature opals.

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Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia — Day 2 of Norwegian Sun August 21, 2025 cruise
Day 2•Friday, Aug 22

Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Airlie Beach, in the Whitsunday Region of Queensland, anchors as a tender port for cruises to the Great Barrier Reef, with ships docking at Port of Airlie or Abell Point Marina. The town, population around 8,000, sits on a small inlet 1,100 kilometers north of Brisbane. Passengers walk 10 minutes from the tender pier to the lagoon, a 4,300-square-meter saltwater pool providing stinger-free swimming from November to May. Excursions depart for the 74 Whitsunday Islands, including full-day sails to Whitehaven Beach for its silica sands and swirling tides, or Heart Reef for aerial views via seaplane. Snorkeling tours target Hardy Reef's pontoons with underwater observatories and glass-bottom boats. Conway National Park, minutes away, offers rainforest hikes to waterfalls and lookouts along the 20-kilometer Bicentennial Pathway. Local operators provide half-day kayaking in sheltered coves. Dining along the waterfront includes fresh seafood cafes and bakeries serving meat pies. Shops stock sunscreen, hats, and Aboriginal art souvenirs. Peak season December to February brings crowds; book tours in advance. Evening markets feature live music and street food. Buses connect to Shute Harbour for additional reef access.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Townsville, Australia — Day 3 of Norwegian Sun August 21, 2025 cruise
Day 3•Saturday, Aug 23

Townsville, Australia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Townsville, Australia, offers docking at Townsville Port. Travelers explore The Strand and Reef HQ Aquarium. Excursions visit Magnetic Island’s koala sanctuaries. Local markets sell lamingtons. The peak season, May to September, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Coral Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes barramundi, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like opal crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Indigenous history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Townsville’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of marine life and scenic beaches, making Townsville an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 4 at sea — Norwegian Sun August 21, 2025 itinerary
Day 4•Sunday, Aug 24

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 5 at sea — Norwegian Sun August 21, 2025 itinerary
Day 5•Monday, Aug 25

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.

Noumea, New Caledonia — Day 6 of Norwegian Sun August 21, 2025 cruise
Day 6•Tuesday, Aug 26

Noumea, New Caledonia

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Nouméa, New Caledonia, offers docking at Nouméa Port. Travelers explore Place des Cocotiers and Tjibaou Cultural Centre. Excursions include snorkeling at Amédée Lighthouse. Local markets sell bougna. The peak season, September to March, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes poisson cru, a New Caledonian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kanak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Nouméa’s coastal charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural heritage and marine beauty, making Nouméa an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Lifou Isle, New Caledonia — Day 7 of Norwegian Sun August 21, 2025 cruise
Day 7•Wednesday, Aug 27

Lifou Isle, New Caledonia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Lifou Isle, New Caledonia, has docking at Easo Port. Travelers explore Jokin Cliffs and Notre-Dame de Lourdes. Excursions snorkel Jinek Bay’s reefs. Local markets sell vanilla. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather. Photography captures coral reefs and limestone cliffs. Dining onboard includes bougna, a Kanak dish. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Melanesian culture. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration. Lifou’s pristine beauty offers a serene New Caledonian stop, blending marine life with island charm.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Mystery Island, Vanuatu — Day 8 of Norwegian Sun August 21, 2025 cruise
Day 8•Thursday, Aug 28

Mystery Island, Vanuatu

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Mystery Island, Vanuatu, offers docking with tenders to shore. Travelers explore coral beaches and traditional villages. Excursions include snorkeling at coral reefs. Local markets sell laplap. The peak season, September to March, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes coconut crab, a Ni-Vanuatu favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Melanesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Mystery Island’s tropical charm offers a vibrant Vanuatu stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches and marine adventures, making Mystery Island an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Port Vila, Efate, Vanuatu — Day 9 of Norwegian Sun August 21, 2025 cruise
Day 9•Friday, Aug 29

Port Vila, Efate, Vanuatu

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Port Vila, Efate, Vanuatu, offers docking at Port Vila Port. Travelers explore Mele Cascades and Iririki Island. Excursions include snorkeling at Hideaway Island. Local markets sell laplap. The peak season, September to March, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures waterfalls and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes coconut crab, a Ni-Vanuatu favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Melanesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Port Vila’s tropical charm offers a vibrant Vanuatu stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural waterfalls and marine adventures, making Port Vila an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 10 at sea — Norwegian Sun August 21, 2025 itinerary
Day 10•Saturday, Aug 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.

Dravuni Island, Fiji — Day 11 of Norwegian Sun August 21, 2025 cruise
Day 11•Sunday, Aug 31

Dravuni Island, Fiji

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Dravuni Island, Fiji, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with zodiacs to white-sand beaches. Travelers snorkel coral reefs with tropical fish. Excursions explore village kava ceremonies. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather. Photography captures turquoise lagoons. Dining onboard includes lovo. Souvenirs, like tapa cloth, are available in ship shops. Briefings cover Fijian culture. Sun protection is essential. Dravuni’s idyllic shores offer a serene South Pacific escape.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Suva, Fiji — Day 12 of Norwegian Sun August 21, 2025 cruise
Day 12•Monday, Sep 1

Suva, Fiji

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Suva, Fiji, offers docking at Suva Port. Travelers explore Fiji Museum and Colo-i-Suva Forest Park. Excursions include snorkeling at Beqa Lagoon. Local markets sell kava. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial buildings and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes lovo, a Fijian favorite. Souvenirs, like tapa 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. Suva’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Fijian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and tropical beauty, making Suva an engaging destination for exploring Fiji’s capital.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Savusavu, Fiji — Day 13 of Norwegian Sun August 21, 2025 cruise
Day 13•Tuesday, Sep 2

Savusavu, Fiji

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Savusavu, Fiji, offers docking at Savusavu Port. Travelers explore hot springs and Waisali Rainforest Reserve. Excursions include snorkeling at Split Rock. Local markets sell kokoda. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes lovo, a Fijian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Fijian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Savusavu’s tropical charm offers a vibrant Fijian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and marine adventures, making Savusavu an engaging destination for exploring Fiji’s northern islands.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Lautoka, Fiji Islands — Day 14 of Norwegian Sun August 21, 2025 cruise
Day 14•Wednesday, Sep 3

Lautoka, Fiji Islands

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Lautoka, Fiji, has docking at Lautoka Port. Travelers explore sugar cane fields and Nadi’s markets. Excursions visit Sabeto Hot Springs. Local markets sell kava. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather. Photography captures coral reefs and tropical vistas. Dining onboard includes lovo, a Fijian earth-oven dish. Souvenirs, like tapa cloth, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Fijian culture. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration. Lautoka’s tropical charm offers a vibrant Fijian stop, blending culture with island beauty.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Lautoka, Fiji Islands — Day 15 of Norwegian Sun August 21, 2025 cruise
Day 15•Thursday, Aug 21

Lautoka, Fiji Islands

Arrival: —•Departure: —

Returning to Lautoka, Fiji Islands — see Day 14 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Norwegian Sun - August 21, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Cairns, Australia

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August

Typical Weather

91°F

Average High

48°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.04in

Daily average

1.2 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
77 / 100
safer than 77% of all cruises
77
8
/ 10
Cairns, Australia
Cairns
Cairns has a low crime rate and prioritizes visitor safety, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in busy areas.
8
/ 10
Airlie Beach, Queensland, Australia
Airlie Beach
Airlie Beach is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, allowing visitors to explore comfortably despite occasional petty theft.
8
/ 10
Townsville, Australia
Townsville
Townsville is a generally safe city for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant and cautious, especially at night in certain areas.
7
/ 10
Noumea, New Caledonia
Noumea
Noumea is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty theft and stay informed about local conditions.
8
/ 10
Lifou Isle, New Caledonia
Lifou Isle
Lifou Isle is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, though travelers should remain mindful of local customs to avoid petty theft.
8
/ 10
Mystery Island, Vanuatu
Mystery Island
Mystery Island in Vanuatu is a secure cruise destination where travelers should remain vigilant of their surroundings and environmental conditions.
7
/ 10
Port Vila, Efate, Vanuatu
Port Vila
Port Vila is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance is advised in urban areas due to petty crime and limited infrastructure.
9
/ 10
Dravuni Island, Fiji
Dravuni Island
Dravuni Island in Fiji offers a safe environment with a low crime rate, ideal for relaxation and eco-tourism.
6
/ 10
Suva, Fiji
Suva
Travelers in Suva should stay vigilant, avoid poorly lit areas at night, and protect their belongings to minimize safety risks.
8
/ 10
Savusavu, Fiji
Savusavu
Savusavu is a generally safe port with low violent crime, but travelers should remain vigilant against occasional opportunistic thefts.
7
/ 10
Lautoka, Fiji Islands
Lautoka
Lautoka is a safe port for cruise travelers, but caution is advised in less populated areas and tourist hotspots to avoid petty theft.

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 August 21, 2025 FAQ

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

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

Across the ports visited on this 14-night route, August averages 83°F highs and 63°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

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

This itinerary scores 7.7 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 11 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 Cairns, Australia on Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 5:00 PM and returns on Thursday, Sep 4th, 2025. Total duration: 14 nights.

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

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

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