Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Aura
- Cruises
- 8
- From
- $999
Ship comparison
Norwegian Aura vs Norwegian Dawn
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Dawn
- Cruises
- 53
- From
- $329
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Norwegian Aura sails for Norwegian Cruise Line. Norwegian Dawn is a large Norwegian Cruise Line ship carrying 2,340 passengers, in service since 2002. Norwegian Aura has no Bliss scores or specs yet, so the verdict rests on the figures we do hold.
Choose Norwegian Dawn if you want a lower starting fare or more cruises to choose from: its cruises start from $329 (vs $999) and it has 53 cruises on sale (vs 8).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Norwegian Aura | Norwegian Dawn | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Norwegian Cruise Line | Norwegian Cruise Line |
| Ship size | — | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | — | 2002 |
| Gross tonnage | — | 92,250 |
| Passengers | — | 2,340 |
| Crew | — | 1,073 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | — | 2.2 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | — | 39.4 |
| Decks | — | 15 |
| Length | — | 965 ft |
| Beam | — | 125 ft |
| Speed | — | 29 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | — | 7 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 8 | 53 |
| Upcoming sailings | 74 | 104 |
| Cruise lengths | 5–13 nights | 4–15 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $999 | $329 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday.
Norwegian Aura has no Bliss scores yet.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Aura
Sailing now
8 cruises on sale, from $999.
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Dawn
As part of the Norwegian Cruise Line fleet, Norwegian Dawn was built with freedom in mind, offering a choice of 14 dining options, 12 bars and lounges, the fitness center and spa, casino, pools and more.
Highlights
- The world-class Mandara Spa with full-service beauty salon
- Spectacular stage shows including The Second City comedy
- The largest suites on the sea for ultimate comfort and privacy
Sailing now
53 cruises on sale, from $329.
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