Norwegian Sun itinerary map for January 4, 2026 (13 nights)
Norwegian Sun itinerary map for January 4, 2026 (13 nights)
13 nights · 9 ports
Round-trip · Keelung, Taiwan
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January 4, 2026

13-Night Asia: Hong Kong & Thailand aboard Norwegian Sun · Departing January 4, 2026 from the Port of Keelung, Taiwan.

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This 13-night cruise aboard the Sun departs from Keelung (taipei), Taiwan on Sunday, January 4, 2026 and returns on Saturday, Jan 17th. January weather across this route averages 86°/63°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.3 out of 10, averaged across 9 ports.

Cruise Length
13
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Keelung
Taiwan
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
5

Cruise Price - Norwegian Sun January 4, 2026

Norwegian Sun · January 4, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Sun cruise ship departing January 4, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $844 ($65 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $2,009 ($155 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 58%.

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Inside
$844
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Oceanview
$1,904
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Balcony
$2,079
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Suite
$3,604

Price History – Norwegian Sun January 4, 2026

inside cabin
Norwegian Sun
January 4, 2026
$844
58% vs avg: $2,009

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 13 Night Asia: Hong Kong & Thailand (Taipei To Singapore)

Norwegian Sun · January 4, 2026

The Norwegian Sun sails on January 4, 2026 for a 13 Night Asia: Hong Kong & Thailand (Taipei To Singapore). The ship will depart the port of Keelung (taipei), Taiwan at 7:00 PM and will return to the port of Singapore on Jan 17th at 6:00 AM. During the 14-day journey, the Norwegian Sun will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 5 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

13 Night Asia: Hong Kong & Thailand (Taipei To Singapore)

  • JAN04
    Keelung (taipei), Taiwan
    Keelung (taipei), Taiwan
    A: — - D: 7:00 PM
  • JAN05
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN06
    Hong Kong
    Hong Kong
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN07
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN08
    Coron Island, Palawan, Philippines
    Coron Island, Palawan, Philippines
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN09
    Puerto Princesa, Philippines
    Puerto Princesa, Philippines
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN10
    Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
    Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • JAN11
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN12
    Phu My (ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam
    Phu My (ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN13
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN14
    Laem Chabang (bangkok), Thailand
    Laem Chabang (bangkok), Thailand
    A: 5:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • JAN15
    Ko Samui, Thailand
    Ko Samui, Thailand
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN16
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN17
    Singapore
    Singapore
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Norwegian Sun Cruise Ports

January 4, 2026 · 13 Night Asia: Hong Kong & Thailand (Taipei To Singapore)

Keelung (taipei), Taiwan — Day 1 of Norwegian Sun January 4, 2026 cruise
Day 1•Sunday, Jan 4

Keelung (taipei), Taiwan

Arrival: —•Departure: 7:00 PM

Keelung (Taipei), Taiwan, offers docking at Keelung Port with excursions to Taipei. Travelers explore Taipei 101 and Chiang Kai-shek Memorial. Excursions visit Yehliu’s rock formations. Local markets sell stinky tofu. The peak season, October to April, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures urban skylines and Taiwan Strait vistas. Dining onboard includes xiaolongbao, a Taiwanese favorite. Souvenirs, like oolong tea, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Formosan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Keelung’s urban gateway offers a vibrant Taiwanese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and coastal beauty, making Keelung an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 2 at sea — Norwegian Sun January 4, 2026 itinerary
Day 2•Monday, Jan 5

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Hong Kong — Day 3 of Norwegian Sun January 4, 2026 cruise
Day 3•Tuesday, Jan 6

Hong Kong

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Hong Kong offers docking at Kai Tak Cruise Terminal. Travelers explore Victoria Peak and Temple Street Market. Excursions visit Lantau Island’s Big Buddha. Local markets sell dim sum. The peak season, October to April, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures skyscrapers and Victoria Harbour vistas. Dining onboard includes char siu, a Hong Kong favorite. Souvenirs, like jade crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Cantonese history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Hong Kong’s urban charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and cultural markets, making Hong Kong an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 4 at sea — Norwegian Sun January 4, 2026 itinerary
Day 4•Wednesday, Jan 7

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Coron Island, Palawan, Philippines — Day 5 of Norwegian Sun January 4, 2026 cruise
Day 5•Thursday, Jan 8

Coron Island, Palawan, Philippines

Arrival: 10:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Coron Island, Palawan, Philippines, anchors offshore with tenders to Coron town, population 50,000. Travelers kayak Kayangan Lake for limestone views. Diving explores WWII wrecks. Local markets sell cashew nuts. Excursions to Malcapuya Island, 1 hour by boat, offer beach time. Peak season November to April; taxis 100-200 PHP. Dining includes danggit at harbor stalls. Souvenirs feature pearl earrings.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Puerto Princesa, Philippines — Day 6 of Norwegian Sun January 4, 2026 cruise
Day 6•Friday, Jan 9

Puerto Princesa, Philippines

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Puerto Princesa, Philippines, offers docking at Puerto Princesa Port. Travelers explore the Subterranean River’s UNESCO-listed caves and Honda Bay’s islands. Excursions include island-hopping tours. Local markets sell cashew nuts. The peak season, November to April, brings dry weather for cave tours. Photography captures limestone karsts and turquoise bays. Dining onboard includes kinilaw, a Filipino favorite. Souvenirs, like pearl crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Palawan’s ecology. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance island exploration. Puerto Princesa’s natural allure offers a vibrant Filipino stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of underground rivers, scenic islands, and tropical beauty, making Puerto Princesa an engaging destination for exploring the Philippines’ Palawan.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia — Day 7 of Norwegian Sun January 4, 2026 cruise
Day 7•Saturday, Jan 10

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, has docking at Kota Kinabalu Port. Travelers explore Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park’s islands. Excursions visit Mount Kinabalu’s trails. Local markets sell pearls. The peak season, February to April, brings dry weather. Photography captures coral reefs and rainforest vistas. Dining onboard includes laksa, a Malaysian favorite. Souvenirs, like batik crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Sabah’s biodiversity. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Sturdy shoes enhance hikes. Kota Kinabalu’s coastal vibrancy offers a lively Malaysian stop, blending marine beauty with rainforest adventures.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 8 at sea — Norwegian Sun January 4, 2026 itinerary
Day 8•Sunday, Jan 11

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Phu My (ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam — Day 9 of Norwegian Sun January 4, 2026 cruise
Day 9•Monday, Jan 12

Phu My (ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Phu My (Ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam, offers docking at Phu My Port with excursions to Ho Chi Minh City. Travelers explore Notre-Dame Basilica and Cu Chi Tunnels. Excursions visit Mekong Delta. Local markets sell phở. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for city tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and South China Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes banh mi, a Vietnamese favorite. Souvenirs, like lacquerware, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Viet history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Phu My’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Vietnamese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic deltas, making Phu My an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 10 at sea — Norwegian Sun January 4, 2026 itinerary
Day 10•Tuesday, Jan 13

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Laem Chabang (bangkok), Thailand — Day 11 of Norwegian Sun January 4, 2026 cruise
Day 11•Wednesday, Jan 14

Laem Chabang (bangkok), Thailand

Arrival: 5:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Laem Chabang, Thailand, has docking at Laem Chabang Port with excursions to Bangkok. Travelers explore Wat Pho’s reclining Buddha and Grand Palace. Excursions visit Pattaya’s beaches. Local markets sell mango sticky rice. The peak season, November to February, brings dry weather. Photography captures temples and urban skylines. Dining onboard includes tom kha gai, a Thai soup. Souvenirs, like silk scarves, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Thai history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Comfortable shoes enhance temple tours. Laem Chabang’s access to Bangkok offers a vibrant Thai stop, blending culture with urban energy.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Ko Samui, Thailand — Day 12 of Norwegian Sun January 4, 2026 cruise
Day 12•Thursday, Jan 15

Ko Samui, Thailand

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Ko Samui, Thailand, has docking at Nathon Port. Travelers explore Big Buddha Temple and Chaweng Beach. Excursions visit Ang Thong Marine Park. Local markets sell coconut candy. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather. Photography captures palm-lined beaches and limestone islands. Dining onboard includes khao soi, a Thai noodle dish. Souvenirs, like silk scarves, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Thai culture. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Snorkeling gear enhances marine park exploration. Ko Samui’s vibrant beaches offer a lively Thai stop, blending culture with tropical allure.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 13 at sea — Norwegian Sun January 4, 2026 itinerary
Day 13•Friday, Jan 16

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

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

Singapore — Day 14 of Norwegian Sun January 4, 2026 cruise
Day 14•Saturday, Jan 17

Singapore

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Singapore offers docking at Marina Bay Cruise Centre. Travelers explore Gardens by the Bay and Merlion Park. Excursions visit Sentosa Island. Local markets sell Hainanese chicken rice. The peak season, November to March, brings milder weather for city tours. Photography captures futuristic skylines and Singapore Strait vistas. Dining onboard includes laksa, a Singaporean favorite. Souvenirs, like orchid crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Peranakan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Singapore’s urban charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and cultural heritage, making Singapore an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Norwegian Sun - January 4, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Keelung (taipei), Taiwan

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January

Typical Weather

79°F

Average High

42°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.13in

Daily average

3.9 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
73 / 100
safer than 73% of all cruises
73
9
/ 10
Keelung (taipei), Taiwan
Keelung
Keelung offers a safe environment for travelers, though vigilance against petty theft and caution in heavy traffic are advised.
8
/ 10
Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Hong Kong is generally safe for cruise travelers, but stay vigilant against pickpocketing and informed about potential civil unrest.
7
/ 10
Coron Island, Palawan, Philippines
Coron Island
Coron Island is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty theft and follow marine safety guidelines.
6
/ 10
Puerto Princesa, Philippines
Puerto Princesa
Puerto Princesa is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance is advised due to petty theft, scams, and potential political unrest.
7
/ 10
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Kota Kinabalu
Travelers should stay vigilant in crowded areas to minimize risks of petty theft while enjoying the vibrant culture and scenery.
6
/ 10
Phu My (ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam
Phu My
The port area is generally safe, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams in crowded areas of Ho Chi Minh City.
7
/ 10
Laem Chabang (bangkok), Thailand
Laem Chabang
Laem Chabang is safe, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty crime and scams, especially in nearby Bangkok, and be cautious of traffic.
8
/ 10
Ko Samui, Thailand
Ko Samui
Cruise travelers in Ko Samui should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams while exercising caution in traffic for a safe visit.
9
/ 10
Singapore
Singapore
Singapore is one of the safest cities in the world, offering travelers a secure environment to explore with confidence.

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 January 4, 2026 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Norwegian Sun January 4, 2026 cruise?▾

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What's the weather like on the Norwegian Sun January 4, 2026 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 13-night route, January averages 86°F highs and 63°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the January 4, 2026 Norwegian Sun itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.3 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 Keelung (taipei), Taiwan on Sunday, January 4, 2026 at 7:00 PM and returns on Saturday, Jan 17th, 2026 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 13 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Norwegian Sun sailing on January 4, 2026?▾

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Last Updated: May 21, 2026