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Norwegian Aura

8 upcoming departures  ·  5 itineraries
Class Prima Class
Built 2027
Gross Tonnage 172,000
Guests 3,840
Crew 1,757
Length 344.0 m
Beam 41.0 m
Decks 20
Cabins 1,976
Max speed 22.0 kn

About Norwegian Aura

Norwegian Aura is Norwegian Cruise Line’s largest announced ship, scheduled for delivery in spring 2027. The Prima-class vessel is designed around expansive outdoor spaces, including the Ocean Heights activity complex, Ocean Boulevard promenade, family water attractions, Infinity Beach and an expanded adults-only Vibe Beach Club. Its accommodation mix includes The Haven, suites, balcony, oceanview, inside and solo staterooms, giving the ship broad appeal for families, couples and solo travelers. ([ncl.com](https://www.ncl.com/no/en/cruise-ship/aura?cid=PR_PRT_NA_NCL_PRT_NA_PRS_P5REVEAL_NA_NA_USA&utm_source=openai))

Ship at a Glance

Operator
Norwegian Cruise Line
Builder / shipyard
Fincantieri Monfalcone, Italy
Registry / flag
Bahamas
IMO number
9862580
Previous names
Fincantieri Venice 6302

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

Ocean Heights is a three-story outdoor activity complex with waterslides, a ropes course, climbing features, cabanas and a bar. Other headline features include Ocean Boulevard, Infinity Beach, expanded pool areas and six waterslides. ([ncl.com](https://www.ncl.com/cruise-ships/norwegian-aura?msockid=2e8bd607da926ebc2de1c0e9db086f85&utm_source=openai))

Dining

Norwegian Aura is planned with a broad selection of complimentary and specialty dining venues, restaurants and bars integrated into its indoor and open-air public spaces. Specific venue details remain subject to final ship delivery and onboard rollout. ([ncl.com](https://www.ncl.com/cruise-ships/norwegian-aura?msockid=2e8bd607da926ebc2de1c0e9db086f85&utm_source=openai))

Entertainment

Planned entertainment centers on family activities, outdoor recreation and NCL’s established live entertainment program. The ship’s signature activity offering is the Ocean Heights complex rather than a single headline theater attraction. ([ncl.com](https://www.ncl.com/cruise-ships/norwegian-aura?msockid=2e8bd607da926ebc2de1c0e9db086f85&utm_source=openai))

Staterooms & suites

Accommodation categories include The Haven, suites, Club Balcony Suites, balcony, oceanview, inside and solo staterooms. The ship is listed with 1,976 cabins. ([ncl.com](https://www.ncl.com/cruise-ships/norwegian-aura/accommodations?utm_source=openai))

For families

Family-oriented facilities include multiple waterslides, a dedicated Kids’ Aqua Park, ropes-course and climbing activities, and outdoor spaces intended for multigenerational use. ([ncl.com](https://www.ncl.com/cruise-ships/norwegian-aura?msockid=2e8bd607da926ebc2de1c0e9db086f85&utm_source=openai))

Pools, spa & wellness

The ship is planned with an expanded pool deck, infinity hot tubs, outdoor relaxation areas and NCL’s Mandara Spa and thermal-suite offering. ([ncl.com](https://www.ncl.com/cruise-ships/norwegian-aura?msockid=2e8bd607da926ebc2de1c0e9db086f85&utm_source=openai))

Accessibility

NCL markets Norwegian Aura as a ship with accessible outdoor and family spaces, but a complete vessel-specific accessibility specification was not located in the reviewed sources. ([ncl.com](https://www.ncl.com/newsroom/norwegian-cruise-line-marks-major-construction-milestone-with-the-float-out-of-norwegian-aura/?utm_source=openai))

Environmental features

Norwegian Aura is being built as part of NCLH’s newer Fincantieri program; the reviewed sources did not provide a sufficiently detailed, vessel-specific environmental specification to report. ([fincantieri.com](https://www.fincantieri.com/en/newsroom/press-releases/2026/fincantieri-norwegian-aura-launched-in-monfalcone?utm_source=openai))

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Itineraries & Sailings

13 Nights

13 Nights Transatlantic Cruise

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Next: May 28, 2027
1 upcoming departure
5 Nights

5 Nights Eastern Caribbean Cruise

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Next: Jun 14, 2027
1 upcoming departure
7 Nights

7 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise

Ports of Call
Next: Nov 6, 2027
1 upcoming departure
7 Nights

7 Nights Western Caribbean Cruise

Ports of Call
Next: Dec 18, 2027
1 upcoming departure
7 Nights

7 Nights Western Mediterranean Cruise

Ports of Call
Next: May 21, 2027
1 upcoming departure

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
May 21, 2027 May 28, 2027 7-Night Mediterranean: Venice to Barcelona Spain 7 Mediterranean Book →
May 28, 2027 Jun 10, 2027 13-Night Mediterranean: Barcelona Spain to Miami 13 Mediterranean Book →
Jun 14, 2027 Jun 19, 2027 5-Night Caribbean from Miami via Puerto Plata & Great Stirrup Cay 5 Caribbean Book →
Jun 19, 2027 Jun 26, 2027 7-Night Caribbean from Miami via Puerto Plata, St Thomas, Tortola & Great Stirrup Cay 7 Caribbean Book →
Oct 23, 2027 Oct 30, 2027 7-Night Caribbean from Miami via Puerto Plata, St Thomas, Tortola & Great Stirrup Cay 7 Caribbean Book →
Oct 30, 2027 Nov 6, 2027 7-Night Caribbean from Miami via Roatan Bay Islands, Harvest Caye, Costa Maya & Cozumel 7 Caribbean Book →
Nov 6, 2027 Nov 13, 2027 7-Night Caribbean from Miami via Harvest Caye, Roatan Bay Islands, Costa Maya & Cozumel 7 Caribbean Book →
Dec 18, 2027 Dec 25, 2027 7-Night Caribbean from Miami via Harvest Caye, Roatan Bay Islands & Cozumel 7 Caribbean Book →