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Norwegian Sun itinerary map for November 18, 2026 (11 nights)
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11 nights · 8 ports
Round-trip · Miami, Florida
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Norwegian Sun
November 18, 2026

11-Night Panama Canal Partial Transit: Mexico Jamaica & Costa Rica aboard Norwegian Sun · Departing November 18, 2026 from the Port of Miami, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 11-night cruise aboard the Sun departs from Miami, Florida on Wednesday, November 18, 2026 and returns on Sunday, Nov 29th. November weather across this route averages 86°/68°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.0 out of 10, averaged across 8 ports.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.0OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 70% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
11
night cruise
Wed → Sun
02
Miami
departure port
Florida
03
8
port stops
Jamaica
04
4
sea days
Day 3
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

The Norwegian Sun, operated by Norwegian Cruise Line, sets sail on Wednesday, November 18, 2026 from Miami, Florida for a 11-night Panama Canal Partial Transit: Mexico Jamaica & Costa Rica cruise. This itinerary includes 8 unique port stops and 4 days at sea. November weather across the route averages 86°F highs and 68°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.0 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Cabin fares start from $1,466, 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 November 18, 2026 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Norwegian Sun November 18, 2026 Price & Tracking

NORWEGIAN SUN·NOVEMBER 18, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Norwegian Sun cruise ship departing November 18, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,469 ($134 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,872 ($171 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 22%.

Norwegian Sun cruise departing November 18, 202611-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,469 ($134 per night). Average price: $1,872.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
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Avg $1,822
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Norwegian Sun · November 18, 2026
$1,469
$134 per night · 11 nights
19% below average
Avg $1,822 · You save $353

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// 03 · ITINERARY

11 Night Panama Canal Partial Transit: Mexico Jamaica & Costa Rica (Miami Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapNOVEMBER 18, 2026
The Norwegian Sun sails on November 18, 2026 for a 11 Night Panama Canal Partial Transit: Mexico Jamaica & Costa Rica (Miami Roundtrip) (Miami Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on Nov 29th at 6:00 AM. During the 13-day journey, the Norwegian Sun will visit 7 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Norwegian Sun
NOVEMBER 18, 2026
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11 NIGHTS · 7 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · MIAMI
// 04 · PORTS

11 Night Panama Canal Partial Transit: Mexico Jamaica & Costa Rica (Miami Roundtrip) Port List

Norwegian Sun·November 18, 2026
Miami, Florida — Day 1 of Norwegian Sun November 18, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
WEDNESDAY·NOV 18

Miami

Florida
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
3:00 PM

Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast.

Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island), Bahamas — Day 2 of Norwegian Sun November 18, 2026 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
4:00 PM

Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas (Cruise Line Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore Bertram’s Cove and cabana areas. Excursions include snorkeling at coral reefs. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures palm-lined beaches and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Great Stirrup Cay’s island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of serene beaches and marine activities, making Great Stirrup Cay an engaging destination.

Cartagena, Colombia — Day 5 of Norwegian Sun November 18, 2026 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
SUNDAY·NOV 22

Cartagena

Colombia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
5:00 AM
1:00 PM

Cartagena, Colombia, offers docking at Cartagena Port. Travelers explore San Felipe Castle and Old Town’s colorful streets. Excursions include Rosario Islands snorkeling. Local markets sell arepas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial walls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Colombian favorite. Souvenirs, like emerald crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Spanish colonial history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Cartagena’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Colombian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic islands, making Cartagena an engaging destination for exploration.

Colon, Panama — Day 6 of Norwegian Sun November 18, 2026 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
MONDAY·NOV 23

Colon

Panama
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
4:00 PM
7:00 PM

Colón, Panama, offers docking at Colón Port. Travelers explore Gatun Locks and Fort San Lorenzo. Excursions include Emberá village tours. Local markets sell sancocho. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canal locks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kuna history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance jungle walks. Colón’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Panamanian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of canal engineering and indigenous heritage, making Colón an engaging destination for exploration.

Cruise Gatun Lake (inside Panama Canal) — Day 6 of Norwegian Sun November 18, 2026 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 6
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
4:00 AM
2:00 PM

Cruise Gatun Lake (Inside Panama Canal), Panama, offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers view Gatun Lake and Barro Colorado Island from the ship. Excursions include canal history tours. No facilities exist; provisions are ship-based. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for lake cruising. Photography captures rainforest shores and canal vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover canal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while binoculars enhance wildlife viewing. Gatun Lake’s natural allure offers a vibrant Panamanian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of engineering feats and scenic lakes, making Gatun Lake an engaging destination.

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica — Day 7 of Norwegian Sun November 18, 2026 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 7
TUESDAY·NOV 24

Puerto Limon

Costa Rica
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
3:00 PM

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica, offers docking at Puerto Limon Port. Travelers explore Tortuguero Canals and Veragua Rainforest. Excursions include sloth sanctuary tours. Local markets sell gallo pinto. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures jungle canals and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes casado, a Costa Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like coffee crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bribri history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rainforest walks. Puerto Limon’s natural charm offers a vibrant Costa Rican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and scenic canals, making Puerto Limon an engaging destination.

Falmouth, Jamaica — Day 9 of Norwegian Sun November 18, 2026 cruise
DAY
9
PORT 9
THURSDAY·NOV 26

Falmouth

Jamaica
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
4:00 PM

Falmouth, Jamaica, offers docking at Falmouth Port. Travelers explore Good Hope Estate and Martha Brae River. Excursions include rafting and Dunn’s River Falls climbs. Local markets sell jerk pork. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial architecture and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes curry goat, a Jamaican favorite. Souvenirs, like wood carvings, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance river activities. Falmouth’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Jamaican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic estates and adventurous excursions, making Falmouth an engaging destination for exploration.

George Town, Grand Cayman — Day 10 of Norwegian Sun November 18, 2026 cruise
DAY
10
PORT 10
FRIDAY·NOV 27

George Town

Grand Cayman
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
6:00 AM
4:00 PM

George Town, Grand Cayman, offers docking at George Town Port. Travelers explore Seven Mile Beach and Stingray City. Excursions include snorkeling at Coral Gardens. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes conch chowder, a Caymanian favorite. Souvenirs, like turtle crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. George Town’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Cayman stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches and marine adventures, making George Town an engaging destination.

// 05 · WEATHER

11 Night Panama Canal Partial Transit: Mexico Jamaica & Costa Rica (Miami Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Norwegian Sun·November 18, 2026
NOV FORECAST · MIAMI
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
70°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
85°
AVG LOW
56°
AVG RAINFALL
2.5"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT MIAMI
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
70°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Norwegian Sun November 18, 2026 Excursions

Norwegian Sun·November 18, 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

11 Night Panama Canal Partial Transit: Mexico Jamaica & Costa Rica (Miami Roundtrip)

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
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 70% of all cruises
7.0/10 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 BREAKDOWN08 PORTS
01

Miami 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Travelers should remain vigilant and safeguard belongings in Miami, as certain neighborhoods may have higher crime rates, especially after dark.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Great Stirrup Cay (Cruise Line Private Island) 🇧🇸

Bahamas · BahamasSAFE

Great Stirrup Cay provides a secure environment for cruise travelers, with safety enhanced by staying primarily on the ship.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Cartagena 🇨🇴

Colombia · ColombiaCAUTION

Travelers in Cartagena should stay vigilant, avoid displaying valuables, and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Colon 🇵🇦

Panama · PanamaCAUTION

Travelers in Colon, Panama, should stay vigilant against crime, avoid less populated areas, and consider organized tours for safety.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Cruise Gatun Lake (inside Panama Canal) 🇵🇦

Panama · PanamaSAFE

Travelers can safely enjoy Gatun Lake's beauty from their cruise ship, as the area is well-monitored and secure.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
06

Puerto Limon 🇨🇷

Costa Rica · Costa RicaCAUTION

Travelers to Puerto Limon should stay vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours for a safer experience.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
07

Falmouth 🇯🇲

Jamaica · JamaicaHIGH CAUTION

Travelers in Falmouth should stay vigilant against petty crime and avoid less populated areas, opting for organized excursions for safety.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
08

George Town 🇰🇾

Grand Cayman · Cayman IslandsSAFE

George Town, Grand Cayman, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a strong local law enforcement presence.

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

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FAQs for yourNorwegian Sun·November 18, 2026sailing
  • The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $1,466 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

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