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Norwegian Sun itinerary map for July 12, 2026 (7 nights)
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7 nights · 7 ports
Round-trip · Helsinki, Finland
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Norwegian Sun
July 12, 2026

7-Night Europe: Germany & Sweden aboard Norwegian Sun · Departing July 12, 2026 from the Port of Helsinki, Finland.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 7-night cruise aboard the Sun departs from Helsinki, Finland on Sunday, July 12, 2026 and returns on Sunday, Jul 19th. July weather across this route averages 85°/49°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.4 out of 10, averaged across 7 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
8.4OUT OF 10
SAFE TIER
Safer than 84% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
7
night cruise
Sun → Sun
02
Helsinki
departure port
Finland
03
7
port stops
Germany
04
1
sea day
Day 5
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

The Norwegian Sun, operated by Norwegian Cruise Line, sets sail on Sunday, July 12, 2026 from Helsinki, Finland for a 7-night Europe: Germany & Sweden cruise. This itinerary includes 7 unique port stops and 1 day at sea. July weather across the route averages 85°F highs and 49°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 8.4 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Cabin fares start from $1,189, with daily price tracking available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Norwegian Sun sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Norwegian Sun July 12, 2026 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Norwegian Sun July 12, 2026 Price & Tracking

NORWEGIAN SUN·JULY 12, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Sun cruise ship departing July 12, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,189 ($170 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,466 ($210 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 19%.

Norwegian Sun cruise departing July 12, 20267-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,189 ($170 per night). Average price: $1,466.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $1,469
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Norwegian Sun · July 12, 2026
$1,189
$170 per night · 7 nights
19% below average
Avg $1,469 · You save $280

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// 03 · ITINERARY

7 Night Europe: Germany & Sweden (Helsinki To Copenhagen) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapJULY 12, 2026
The Norwegian Sun sails on July 12, 2026 for a 7 Night Europe: Germany & Sweden (Helsinki To Copenhagen) (Helsinki Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Helsinki, Finland at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Copenhagen, Denmark on Jul 19th at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Norwegian Sun will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 1 day at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Norwegian Sun
JULY 12, 2026
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7 NIGHTS · 6 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · HELSINKI
// 04 · PORTS

7 Night Europe: Germany & Sweden (Helsinki To Copenhagen) Port List

Norwegian Sun·July 12, 2026
Helsinki, Finland — Day 1 of Norwegian Sun July 12, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SUNDAY·JUL 12

Helsinki

Finland
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
4:00 PM

Helsinki, Finland, offers docking at Helsinki Port. Travelers explore Suomenlinna Fortress and Helsinki Cathedral. Excursions visit Porvoo’s old town. Local markets sell lohikeitto. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures maritime forts and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes karjalanpiirakka, a Finnish favorite. Souvenirs, like reindeer crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kalevala history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Helsinki’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Finnish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic harbors, making Helsinki an engaging destination for exploring Finland’s capital.

Tallinn, Estonia — Day 2 of Norwegian Sun July 12, 2026 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
MONDAY·JUL 13

Tallinn

Estonia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 PM

Tallinn, Estonia, offers docking at Tallinn Port. Travelers explore Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and Old Town walls. Excursions visit Kadriorg Palace. Local markets sell kama porridge. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures medieval streets and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes mulgipuder, an Estonian favorite. Souvenirs, like amber crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Hanseatic history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance cobblestone walks. Tallinn’s historic charm offers a vibrant Estonian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic harbors, making Tallinn an engaging destination for exploration.

Nynashamn (stockholm), Sweden — Day 3 of Norwegian Sun July 12, 2026 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
TUESDAY·JUL 14

Nynashamn (stockholm)

Sweden
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 PM

Nynäshamn (Stockholm), Sweden, offers docking at Nynäshamn Port with excursions to Stockholm. Travelers explore Gamla Stan and Vasa Museum. Excursions visit Drottningholm Palace. Local markets sell gravlax. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval streets and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes meatballs, a Swedish favorite. Souvenirs, like Dala horse crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Viking history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Nynäshamn’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Swedish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic archipelagos, making Nynäshamn an engaging destination.

Riga, Latvia — Day 4 of Norwegian Sun July 12, 2026 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
WEDNESDAY·JUL 15

Riga

Latvia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:00 AM
6:00 PM

Riga, Latvia, offers docking at Riga Port. Travelers explore Old Town’s UNESCO-listed architecture and Art Nouveau district. Excursions visit Rundale Palace. Local markets sell rye bread. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures medieval spires and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes skābeņu zupa, a Latvian favorite. Souvenirs, like amber jewelry, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Baltic history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance cobblestone walks. Riga’s historic charm offers a vibrant Latvian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of medieval landmarks, artistic heritage, and Baltic culture, making Riga an engaging destination for exploring Latvia’s capital and heritage.

Warnemunde (Berlin), Germany — Day 6 of Norwegian Sun July 12, 2026 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
FRIDAY·JUL 17

Warnemunde (Berlin)

Germany
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:30 AM
9:30 PM

Warnemünde (Berlin), Germany, offers docking at Warnemünde Port with excursions to Berlin. Travelers explore Brandenburg Gate and Reichstag. Excursions visit Potsdam’s Sanssouci Palace. Local markets sell currywurst. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures historic landmarks and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes sauerbraten, a German favorite. Souvenirs, like amber crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Prussian history. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Warnemünde’s urban gateway offers a vibrant German stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Warnemünde an engaging destination.

Kiel, Germany — Day 7 of Norwegian Sun July 12, 2026 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
SATURDAY·JUL 18

Kiel

Germany
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
5:00 PM

Kiel, Germany, has docking at Kiel Port. Travelers explore the Naval Memorial and U-boat museum. Excursions visit Laboe’s beaches. Local markets sell smoked fish. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures Baltic shores and maritime relics. Dining onboard includes kieler sprotten, a local fish dish. Souvenirs, like model ships, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover maritime history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance museum walks. Kiel’s nautical heritage offers a vibrant German stop, blending history with coastal charm.

Copenhagen, Denmark — Day 8 of Norwegian Sun July 12, 2026 cruise
DAY
8
DISEMBARKATION
SUNDAY·JUL 19

Copenhagen

Denmark
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM

Copenhagen, Denmark, offers docking at Copenhagen Port. Travelers explore Nyhavn and Tivoli Gardens. Excursions visit Kronborg Castle. Local markets sell smørrebrød. The peak season, June to August, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures colorful harbors and Baltic vistas. Dining onboard includes frikadeller, a Danish favorite. Souvenirs, like Viking crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Danish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Copenhagen’s urban charm offers a vibrant Danish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic castles and scenic canals, making Copenhagen an engaging destination for exploring Denmark’s capital.

// 05 · WEATHER

7 Night Europe: Germany & Sweden (Helsinki To Copenhagen) Weather Forecast

Norwegian Sun·July 12, 2026
JUL FORECAST · HELSINKI
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
65°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
82°
AVG LOW
49°
AVG RAINFALL
2.3"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT HELSINKI
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
65°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Norwegian Sun July 12, 2026 Excursions

Norwegian Sun·July 12, 2026

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.

// BROWSE BY PORT
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

7 Night Europe: Germany & Sweden (Helsinki To Copenhagen)

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 AVERAGE
SAFE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 84% of all cruises
8.4/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN07 PORTS
01

Helsinki 🇫🇮

Finland · FinlandSAFE

Helsinki is one of the safest cities globally, with low crime rates and minimal risk of pickpocketing in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Tallinn 🌍

Estonia · EstoniaSAFE

Tallinn is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain cautious of pickpockets in crowded areas and stay aware at night.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Nynashamn (stockholm) 🇸🇪

Sweden · SwedenSAFE

Nynashamn is a safe cruise port with a low crime rate, but travelers should remain vigilant, especially at night and near terminals.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Riga 🌍

Latvia · LatviaMODERATE

Riga is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty theft, especially in crowded areas and at night.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Warnemunde (Berlin) 🇩🇪

Germany · GermanySAFE

Warnemünde is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in nearby Berlin.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Kiel 🇩🇪

Germany · GermanySAFE

Kiel, Germany, is a safe port with a low crime rate, but travelers should remain vigilant in tourist areas due to potential pickpocketing.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
07

Copenhagen 🇩🇰

Denmark · DenmarkSAFE

Copenhagen is a safe city for travelers, but they should stay vigilant against bicycle theft and pickpocketing in crowded areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Norwegian Sun Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsNORWEGIAN
Norwegian Sun
NORWEGIAN · SUN
CHRISTENED
2001
STATEROOMS
968
TONNAGE
78,309GT
36.5% BELOW AVG· vs avg 123,300 GT
YEAR BUILT
2001
10 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2011
LENGTH
848ft
14.7% BELOW AVG· vs avg 994 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
1,936cruisers
37.9% BELOW AVG· vs avg 3,120 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Norwegian 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 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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// 09 · FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for yourNorwegian Sun·July 12, 2026sailing
  • The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $1,189 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

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