Norwegian Sun - October 17, 2025
The October 17, 2025 cruise on the Norwegian Sun departs from Vancouver, British Columbia. On this 17 Night Alaska & Japan: Skagway Ketchikan & Hakodate (Vancouver To Tokyo) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 8 different cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Norwegian Sun sets sail on Friday, Oct 17th and returns on Monday, Nov 3rd.
October 17, 2025
Oct 17th - Nov 3rd
Norwegian Sun
Norwegian Cruise Line
17 Night Alaska & Japan: Skagway Ketchikan & Hakodate
from Vancouver, British Columbia
Cruise Price - Historic & Current
The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Sun cruise ship departing October 17, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,675 ($99 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,668 ($99 per night), this represents a recent increase of 0%.
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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 - October 17, 2025 - 17 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oct 17th | Vancouver, British Columbia |
| 2 | Oct 18th | At Sea |
| 3 | Oct 19th | Ketchikan, Alaska |
| 4 | Oct 20th | Icy Strait Point (Hoonah), Alaska |
| 5 | Oct 21st | Skagway, Alaska |
| 6 | Oct 22nd | At Sea |
| 7 | Oct 23rd | At Sea |
| 8 | Oct 24th | At Sea |
| 9 | Oct 25th | At Sea |
| 10 | Oct 26th | At Sea |
| 11 | Oct 17th | Cross International Dateline |
| 12 | Oct 28th | At Sea |
| 13 | Oct 29th | At Sea |
| 14 | Oct 30th | At Sea |
| 15 | Oct 31st | Kushiro, Japan |
| 16 | Nov 1st | Hakodate, Japan |
| 17 | Nov 2nd | At Sea |
| 18 | Nov 3rd | Yokohama (tokyo), Japan |
Cruise Itinerary
The Norwegian Sun sails on October 17, 2025 for a 17 Night Alaska & Japan: Skagway Ketchikan & Hakodate (Vancouver To Tokyo). The ship will depart the port of Vancouver, British Columbia at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Yokohama (tokyo), Japan on Nov 3rd at 6:30 AM. During the 18-day journey, the Norwegian Sun will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 10 days at sea.
This metropolis is Canada's fastest growing city. Visit Gastown, a restored turn-of-the-century district where Vancouver's first saloon still stands. See trumpeter swans at Lost Lake, contemplate the ducks at Beaver Lagoon, or watch exotic aquatic creatures at the Stanley Park Aquarium. Climb the Lookout for a 360-degree view of the city.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
The first cruise ship appeared in Ketchikan 114 years ago, and it has been a favorite port ever since. You can tour the area by boat, bus, horse-drawn trolley, or even a restored 1955 Chevy. The most famous part of town is Creek Street. The homes once comprising the red light district are now filled with arts, crafts and gift shops. Totem poles are everywhere, with 24 at Saxman Native Totem Park.
The picturesque town of Skagway is famous for it's hospitality, sightseeing and recreational opportunities. Visitors can enjoy scenic views of Laughton glacier and Parsons Peak, or take an evening walk across the swinging foot bridge to Yakatania point, where bald eagles and harbor seals fish for supper. No matter what you decide to do, you will be amazed with the sights and activities in and around Skagway.
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!
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!
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!
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!
Opened to U.S. ships in 1854 and then in 1857 to general foreign trade, Hokodate was the chief port of Hokkaido until recently replaced by Sapporo. It is linked with Aomori on Honshu by the Seikan Tunnel. A commercial and industrial center, the city's main industries are fishing, shipbuilding, and food processing. Of interest is the Goryokaku, the fort where the Tokugawa shogun made his last stand.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Japan's second largest city and one of its leading seaports, Yokohama belongs to the extensive urban-industrial belt around Tokyo called the Keihin Industrial Zone. The city has four universities; a variety of Christian churches, Shinto shrines, and temples; and numerous parks and gardens, notably Nogeyama Park, which was created after the earthquake of 1923. It is the site of Kanazawa Library, founded in 1275, which houses a large collection of historical documents.