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Norwegian Encore

24 upcoming departures  ·  24 itineraries

Norwegian Encore is a 3,958-guest Norwegian Cruise Line cruise ship, in service since 2019. This page lists 24 upcoming departures across 24 itineraries in Mexico & Pacific Coast, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.

Class Breakaway Plus class
Built / Refurb 2019 / 2024
Gross Tonnage 169,116
Guests 3,958
Crew 1,735
Length 333.0 m
Beam 41.0 m
Decks 20
Cabins 2,040
Max speed 22.5 kn
Flag Bahamas
Guests per crew 2.3
Space ratio 43

Norwegian Encore at a glance

Ship size

Bigger than 92%

A mega-ship at 169,116 gross tons — #37 of 520 ships we track. 43 tons of ship per guest.

Live Position ● 42 minutes ago

Heading to: Victoria BC

Currently on: 8-Night Mexico & Pacific Coast: At Hotel to Los Angeles (8 nights)

Vancouver, Canada → Vancouver, Canada → Victoria Bc Canada → San Francisco, Ca → San Francisco, Ca → Los Angeles, Ca
Coming up
  1. Vancouver arrives 08:00 PM
  2. Vancouver arrives 12:30 AM
  3. Victoria arrives 08:30 AM
14.0 knots

Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.

About Norwegian Encore

Norwegian Encore is a large Breakaway Plus-class ship with 20 decks and space for 3,958 guests at double occupancy. The ship combines resort-style outdoor areas with The Waterfront promenade, an adults-only Spice H2O retreat, The Haven suite complex, a two-level Speedway racetrack, waterslides and varied dining and entertainment. Its accommodation mix includes studios, balcony cabins, suites and Haven residences, making it suitable for families, couples and multigenerational groups.

Ship at a Glance

Operator
Norwegian Cruise Line
Builder / shipyard
Meyer Werft, Papenburg, Germany
Registry / flag
Bahamas (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
Call sign
C6EF4
IMO number
9751511
MMSI
311000879
Draft
8.2 m

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

Key attractions include the two-level Norwegian Speedway, Ocean Loops, Aqua Racer, Galaxy Pavilion, Observation Lounge, The Waterfront and adults-only Spice H2O. The Haven provides a private suite area with concierge and butler services.

Dining

Dining includes complimentary venues such as The Local Bar & Grill, Taste, Savor and Garden Café, alongside specialty restaurants including Cagney’s Steakhouse, Teppanyaki, Q Texas Smokehouse, Los Lobos and Onda by Scarpetta.

Entertainment

Entertainment venues include the Encore Theater, The Choir of Man, Cavern Club, comedy and live music spaces, the casino, Galaxy Pavilion and other scheduled Broadway-style performances.

Staterooms & suites

The ship has approximately 2,040 staterooms, including Studio, Inside, Oceanview, Balcony, Club Balcony Suite and Haven categories. Haven accommodations include access to a private sundeck and enhanced concierge and butler services.

For families

Family-oriented amenities include Splash Academy, Entourage for teens, a kids’ Aqua Park, video arcade, waterslides, Ocean Loops, Aqua Racer and the Speedway racetrack.

Pools, spa & wellness

Wellness facilities include the Mandara Spa, fitness center, hot tubs, pools, jogging track, Vibe Beach Club and the adults-only Spice H2O outdoor area.

Environmental features

Norwegian Encore uses diesel-electric propulsion and is fitted with exhaust-gas cleaning equipment and heat-recovery systems according to published ship specifications.

History & sister ships

Other Breakaway Plus class ships

Where Norwegian Encore sails, month by month

Oct
26
Nov
26
Dec
26
Jan
27
Feb
27
Mar
27
Apr
27
May
27
Jun
27
Jul
27
Aug
27
Sep
27
Mexico & Pacific Coast 3 0 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0
Alaska 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 2 1 0 0 0
From / night $40 0 $60 0 0 $155 $93 $148 $369 0 0 0

Departures per month over the next 12 months, from the cruise line's published schedule. Lowest advertised fare per night is in October 2026 (prices change; check when booking).

Ports it visits most

Explore This Ship

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Itineraries & Sailings

12 Nights

12 Nights Alaska Cruise

From $4,198 · $350/night
Ports of Call
At Hotel, Seattle, Wa, Juneau, Ak, Skagway, Ak +3 more
Next: May 16, 2028
1 upcoming departure
12 Nights

12 Nights Alaska Cruise

From $4,428 · $369/night
Ports of Call
At Hotel, Seattle, Wa, Juneau, Ak, Skagway, Ak +3 more
Next: Jun 8, 2027
1 upcoming departure
12 Nights

12 Nights Alaska Cruise

From $3,908 · $326/night
Ports of Call
At Hotel, Seattle, Wa, Juneau, Ak, Skagway, Ak +3 more
Next: May 11, 2027
1 upcoming departure
15 Nights

15 Nights Panama Canal Cruise

From $2,059 · $137/night
Ports of Call
Next: Jan 24, 2028
1 upcoming departure
15 Nights

15 Nights Panama Canal Cruise

From $1,769 · $118/night
Ports of Call
Next: Jan 9, 2028
1 upcoming departure
5 Nights

5 Nights Mexican Riviera Cruise

From $459 · $92/night
Ports of Call
Next: Feb 8, 2028
1 upcoming departure
6 Nights

6 Nights Pacific Cruise

From $439 · $73/night
Ports of Call
Next: Oct 12, 2026
1 upcoming departure
6 Nights

6 Nights Pacific Cruise

From $559 · $93/night
Ports of Call
Next: Apr 18, 2027
1 upcoming departure
6 Nights

6 Nights Pacific Cruise

From $779 · $130/night
Ports of Call
Next: Oct 11, 2027
1 upcoming departure
6 Nights

6 Nights Pacific Cruise

From $839 · $140/night
Ports of Call
Next: Apr 16, 2028
1 upcoming departure
6 Nights

6 Nights Pacific Cruise

From $769 · $128/night
Ports of Call
Next: Apr 9, 2028
1 upcoming departure
6 Nights

6 Nights Pacific Cruise

From $709 · $118/night
Ports of Call
Next: Oct 18, 2027
1 upcoming departure
7 Nights

7 Nights Alaska Cruise

From $1,209 · $173/night
Ports of Call
Seattle, Wa, Juneau, Ak, Skagway, Ak, Cruise Glacier Bay, Ak +2 more
Next: Apr 23, 2028
1 upcoming departure
7 Nights

7 Nights Alaska Cruise

From $1,089 · $156/night
Ports of Call
Seattle, Wa, Juneau, Ak, Skagway, Ak, Cruise Glacier Bay, Ak +2 more
Next: Apr 25, 2027
1 upcoming departure
7 Nights

7 Nights Alaska Cruise

From $1,059 · $151/night
Ports of Call
Seattle, Wa, Juneau, Ak, Skagway, Ak, Cruise Glacier Bay, Ak +2 more
Next: Oct 10, 2027
1 upcoming departure
7 Nights

7 Nights Alaska Cruise

From $1,036 · $148/night
Ports of Call
Seattle, Wa, Juneau, Ak, Skagway, Ak, Cruise Glacier Bay, Ak +2 more
Next: May 2, 2027
1 upcoming departure
7 Nights

7 Nights Alaska Cruise

From $1,099 · $157/night
Ports of Call
Seattle, Wa, Juneau, Ak, Skagway, Ak, Cruise Glacier Bay, Ak +2 more
Next: Apr 25, 2027
1 upcoming departure
7 Nights

7 Nights Alaska Cruise

From $1,209 · $173/night
Ports of Call
Seattle, Wa, Juneau, Ak, Skagway, Ak, Cruise Glacier Bay, Ak +2 more
Next: Apr 16, 2028
1 upcoming departure
7 Nights

7 Nights Mexican Riviera Cruise

From $279 · $40/night
Ports of Call
Next: Oct 18, 2026
1 upcoming departure
7 Nights

7 Nights Mexican Riviera Cruise

From $612 · $87/night
Ports of Call
Next: Nov 7, 2027
1 upcoming departure
7 Nights

7 Nights Mexican Riviera Cruise

From $419 · $60/night
Ports of Call
Next: Dec 20, 2026
1 upcoming departure
8 Nights

8-Night Mexico & Pacific Coast: At Hotel to Los Angeles

From $1,718 · $215/night
Ports of Call
Next: Oct 10, 2026
1 upcoming departure
9 Nights

9 Nights Mexican Riviera Cruise

From $1,458 · $162/night
Ports of Call
Next: Nov 5, 2027
1 upcoming departure
9 Nights

9 Nights Mexican Riviera Cruise

From $1,398 · $155/night
Ports of Call
Next: Mar 5, 2027
1 upcoming departure

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
Oct 10, 2026 Oct 18, 2026 8-Night Mexico & Pacific Coast: At Hotel to Los Angeles 8 Mexico & Pacific Coast Book →
Oct 12, 2026 Oct 18, 2026 6 Nights Pacific Cruise 6 Mexico & Pacific Coast Book →
Oct 18, 2026 Oct 25, 2026 7 Nights Mexican Riviera Cruise 7 Mexico & Pacific Coast Book →
Dec 20, 2026 Dec 27, 2026 7 Nights Mexican Riviera Cruise 7 Mexico & Pacific Coast Book →
Mar 5, 2027 Mar 14, 2027 9 Nights Mexican Riviera Cruise 9 Mexico & Pacific Coast Book →
Apr 18, 2027 Apr 24, 2027 6 Nights Pacific Cruise 6 Mexico & Pacific Coast Book →
Apr 25, 2027 May 2, 2027 7 Nights Alaska Cruise 7 Alaska Book →
Apr 25, 2027 May 2, 2027 7 Nights Alaska Cruise 7 Alaska Book →
May 2, 2027 May 9, 2027 7 Nights Alaska Cruise 7 Alaska Book →
May 11, 2027 May 23, 2027 12 Nights Alaska Cruise 12 Alaska Book →
Jun 8, 2027 Jun 20, 2027 12 Nights Alaska Cruise 12 Alaska Book →
Oct 10, 2027 Oct 17, 2027 7 Nights Alaska Cruise 7 Alaska Book →

Norwegian Encore FAQ

What flag does Norwegian Encore sail under?

Norwegian Encore is registered in Bahamas.

How many passengers does Norwegian Encore hold?

Norwegian Encore carries about 3,958 guests with roughly 1,735 crew.

How old is Norwegian Encore?

Norwegian Encore entered service in 2019 and was last refurbished in 2024.

How big is Norwegian Encore?

At 169,116 gross tons and 333 m long, Norwegian Encore is a mega-ship — larger than 92% of the 520 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.