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12-Day Panama Canal Round-trip Miami: Bahamas & Costa Rica cruise ship
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12-Day Panama Canal Round-trip Miami: Bahamas & Costa Rica

12-Day Panama Canal Round-trip Miami: Bahamas & Costa Rica

Panama Canal 12 days Norwegian Sun
Departs
Nov 6, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Returns
Nov 18, 2026 at 7:00 AM
Norwegian Sun cruise ship
About the ship
4★
Rating
2001
Launched
1,936
Guests
78,309
Tonnage

Ready to follow the sun instead of a schedule? Featuring a classic design and elegant interiors, Norwegian Sun® offers you a refined atmosphere for exploring top destinations worldwide. From the luxurious Owner’s Suites and Penthouses to Family Balcony and more, finding your ideal travel style is a breeze with this smaller ship. Let the good times flow from poolside to tableside at the vibrant casino. Whether you wish to unwind at the award-winning Mandara Spa®, enjoy a workout with panoramic views at the fitness centre or savour a morning with breakfast in bed, there's something for everyone on board. And with a wide assortment of complimentary and specialty dining — from Cagney’s Steakhouse and the Italian ristorante La Cucina to the top-deck Great Outdoors buffet — you can take your tastebuds on a journey. Cruise to unforgettable destinations like the frozen wilderness of Alaska, or exotic, immersive experiences with our Extraordinary Journeys, while on Norwegian Sun.

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Page last updated: Jul 22, 2026

Itinerary

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    Miami is a vibrant coastal metropolis known for its beautiful beaches, diverse culture, and lively arts scene.
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    Great Stirrup Cay is a tropical paradise, exclusive to NCL guests. Located in the beautiful Bahamas, here you’ll find white-sand beaches, delicious bites, private villas, Mandara Spa and world-class snorkeling.
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    Trade the glittering resorts, bustling promenades and city centers of other Caribbean ports for the refreshingly untamed landscapes of the Pedernales Province. Situated in the southwestern corner of the Dominican Republic near the border of Haiti, Cabo Rojo in this region is a nature lover’s dream destination. Travel from the unspoiled beaches, lagoons and mangrove forests dotting the coastline to dramatic mountains and hidden caverns beckoning you inland. Whether you wish to hike, snorkel, kayak, bird watch or sunbathe, finding your slice of paradise in the Pedernales Province is a breeze.
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    Walk around this quaint harbor town and you'll think you've travelled back in time to Old Amsterdam. Admire the colorful Dutch architecture and take advantage of the excellent shopping. Relax on 17-century veranda with a drink made with the famous Curaçao liqueur.
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    Incredibly white sands and cobalt blue seas make the small island of Aruba a popular destination. In the bustling freeport town of Oranjestad, sherbet-colored Dutch colonial buildings, draped in bougainvillea, oleander and hibiscus are simply picturesque. Small, but informative museums relate the island's history.
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    When you book an overland journey on your partial transit of the Panama Canal, you’ll really travel like the jetsetters do as you sail through the Caribbean entrance of this maritime marvel. Once we arrive at Gatun Lake, booked shore excursion guests can disembark for an unforgettable adventure that not only promises beautiful scenery and wonderful photo ops, but an exciting jaunt to Colón, where guests will resume their cruise back aboard the ship. How’s that for excitement? Please note, only booked shore excursion guests can disembark at Gatun Lake. But everyone is welcome to explore at our port-of-call in Colón.
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    Puerto Limón is known for its multi-cultural community and a festive annual carnaval celebration. In recent years the area has become even better known as must-see stop for eco-tourists. The region's unique geography and neo-tropical climate combined with abundant rainforests make for one of the most naturally diverse "biospheres" in the world. And you can take advantage of national parks and reserves in all directions from Limón. Pay close attention when you dock as many guests have reported seeing peaceful sloths lumbering in the trees right in port!
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    The largest of the Cayman Islands, Grand Cayman is famous for its Seven Mile Beach, the popular Stingray City and its excellent diving. Both nature and history are preserved underwater with a collection of easily viewed shipwrecks.
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    Miami is a vibrant coastal metropolis known for its beautiful beaches, diverse culture, and lively arts scene.