Norwegian Cruise Line, a leader in global cruise travel, has unveiled its expanded offerings for the 2026 spring/summer season, which are now open for booking. The new lineup boasts an array of port-rich European sailings, spanning Northern Europe, the Mediterranean, and the Greek Isles, aboard eight different ships. This diverse selection provides travelers with a wide range of itinerary lengths and departure points to craft their ideal European vacation.
Beyond Europe, the season features captivating itineraries through the South Pacific, summer voyages to the Western Caribbean, and autumn journeys to Canada and New England. Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) is elevating its guest-focused itineraries by introducing more seven-day trips throughout Europe, many of which feature minimal sea days. This allows travelers to fully immerse themselves in each destination. Select voyages lasting between seven and 14 days also include overnight stays in vibrant cities such as Reykjavik, Iceland; Copenhagen, Denmark; and Istanbul, Turkey, among others.
Throughout the 2026 season, there will be 22 opportunities for overnight stays in Europe, granting guests the chance to enjoy late-night dining and local nightlife on land. With a selection of 11 distinct departure ports across 10 European countries, including the newly added homeport of Helsinki, NCL offers travelers the flexibility to start and end their European adventures in locations that best suit their preferences.
For the first time ever, NCL will be making stops in Portree, Scotland; Leirvik (Stord), Norway; and Palamós, Spain on select newly available European cruises. “At NCL, we take pride in offering our guests various options to plan where they want to vacation,” said David J. Herrera, President of Norwegian Cruise Line. “Whether they choose our seven-day sailings, longer immersive voyages, or cruises that begin and end in a new destination, we make it so our guests can vacation with ease with us from start to finish. From transportation, air programming and so much more, we strive to offer the best service all around.”
Northern Europe
From June to October 2026, Norwegian Sun will be embarking on an extensive Baltic season, offering seven- to 10-day sailings. Passengers can choose to board in either Copenhagen, Denmark, or Helsinki, and experience a nearly daily port visit to various destinations, including cities in Norway, Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Sweden, and beyond. Certain nine-day itineraries from Helsinki will feature an overnight stop in Copenhagen, Denmark, providing guests with ample time to delve into the city’s rich history, explore the renowned Nyhavn entertainment district, or enjoy shopping along Stroget, one of Europe’s longest pedestrian streets.
On April 19, 2026, Norwegian Sky® will kick off her second full European season with four distinct seven-day sailings to the Northern Capitals. These open-jaw itineraries, beginning in Le Havre, France, and Copenhagen, Denmark, include an overnight stay in Hamburg, Germany, and stops in Zeebrugge, Belgium; Tilbury, UK; and Ijmuiden, Netherlands. Following this, from May through September 2026, the ship will operate 10- and 11-day British Isles cruises, marking NCL’s inaugural call in Portree, Scotland, on May 17, 2026.
For those seeking the long summer days of Iceland, Norwegian Star® offers 10- or 11-day Extraordinary Journeys between May and September 2026, departing from Reykjavik, Iceland, or Southampton, UK. These open-jaw sailings give travelers the flexibility to extend their vacation on land before or after the cruise. During the voyage on May 21, 2026, NCL will make its first-ever visit to Leirvik (Stord), Norway, with additional stops planned on select 10-day itineraries. Leirvik, with its picturesque harbor and Sunnhordlandstunet open-air museum, is a highlight for travelers. Additionally, Norwegian Star’s 11-day Iceland cruises feature an overnight stay in Reykjavik, allowing guests to fully immerse themselves in Iceland’s natural wonders.
Mediterranean and Greek Isles
Starting in April 2026 and continuing through October, NCL’s newest ship, Norwegian Viva®, will offer nine- and 10-day cruises through the Western Mediterranean and Greek Isles. To enhance the guest experience, certain Greek Isles itineraries will include an overnight stay in Istanbul, Turkey, giving travelers the chance to enjoy the city’s vibrant nightlife. These itineraries are ideal for those in search of a warm European retreat, with visits to popular destinations in Turkey, Malta, Italy, Greece, Montenegro, and Croatia. These unique open-jaw cruises offer various embarkation and disembarkation options, including Barcelona, Spain; Venice (Ravenna), Italy; Istanbul, Turkey; and Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy, enabling travelers to extend their vacation on land with loved ones.
Norwegian Epic®: Set sail on a series of open-jaw cruises between May and October 2026, journeying between Barcelona, Spain, and Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy. These itineraries feature stops in Nice/Monaco (Villefranche) and Marseille, France, as well as Messina, Salerno, and Livorno, Italy. Enjoy extended port stays, with 10 to 17 hours in Livorno for day trips to Florence or Pisa, Italy.
Norwegian Dawn: From April to October 2026, experience port-intensive open-jaw cruises with no sea days, embarking and disembarking in Barcelona, Spain, and Lisbon, Portugal. Highlights include late-night departures from Palma de Mallorca and Ibiza, Spain, perfect for exploring the vibrant beach clubs. Additional ports include Portimao, Portugal, and Gibraltar.
Norwegian Gem: Starting May 10, 2026, Norwegian Gem begins its European season with a departure from Barcelona, Spain, featuring NCL’s first visit to Palamós, Spain, renowned for its scenic hiking trails and stunning beaches. The itinerary also includes inaugural calls in Salerno, Italy, and Nice/Monaco (Villefranche), France. Following this, the ship will offer cruises between Venice (Ravenna) and Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy, with stops in Greece, Montenegro, and Croatia, including late evening departures from Dubrovnik, Croatia.
Norwegian Pearl: Ideal for island-hopping through Greece, the seven-day Greek Isles voyages from May to October 2026 offer diverse itineraries with late departures in Santorini and Mykonos, Greece, and Dubrovnik, Croatia. These extended stays allow for experiencing sunsets, lively dinners, and more. Guests can embark or disembark in either Venice (Ravenna), Italy, or Athens (Piraeus), Greece, providing flexible vacation options.
Western Caribbean and Canada & New England
Norwegian Escape® will embark on a series of seven-day roundtrip voyages to the Western Caribbean, departing from New Orleans between April 12 and May 10, 2026. These exciting itineraries will then shift to Miami, where they will run from May 24 through August 9, 2026. Ports of call include Cozumel and Costa Maya in Mexico, Roatán in Honduras, and Harvest Caye, NCL’s 75-acre resort-style destination in Southern Belize.
As the fall season approaches, Norwegian Escape will transition to offering seven-day roundtrip voyages to Canada & New England, departing from New York City between August and October 2026. Notably, the ship will make its inaugural call to Boston on August 28, 2026, marking the first visit by a Breakaway Plus class ship to the city. The itinerary also includes stops in Portland, Maine; Saint John, New Brunswick; and Halifax, Nova Scotia, providing guests with the opportunity to experience stunning fall foliage and enjoy the crisp autumn air.
Experience Unforgettable Voyages with Norwegian Spirit
Embark on an extraordinary journey aboard the Norwegian Spirit® from April 22, 2026, to July 3, 2026, and again from September 17, 2026, to November 17, 2026. During these periods, Norwegian Spirit® will offer an array of South Pacific itineraries ranging from 11 to 13 days, featuring stops in New Caledonia, Fiji, Samoa Islands, French Polynesia, and the Hawaiian Islands. Travelers can embark from a selection of ports, including Sydney, Papeete in French Polynesia, Honolulu, and Lautoka in Fiji—an exciting new embarkation point for this ship.
For those in search of a once-in-a-lifetime cruise that combines the splendor of Alaska and Hawaii, Norwegian Spirit presents the “Fire and Ice” voyages. Beginning July 15, 2026, and continuing through September 1, 2026, these four distinct 16-day journeys offer departures from either Honolulu or Vancouver, Canada. Passengers will explore breathtaking destinations, from the sun-kissed islands of Kahului (Maui), Hilo, and Nawiliwili (Kauai) in Hawaii, to the awe-inspiring, cooler locales of Ketchikan, Skagway, and Juneau in Alaska.
