Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Bliss
- Cruises
- 26
- From
- $799
Ship comparison
Norwegian Bliss vs Norwegian Encore
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Encore
- Cruises
- 12
- From
- $109
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Norwegian Bliss is a mega Norwegian Cruise Line ship carrying 4,000 passengers, in service since 2018. Norwegian Encore is a large Norwegian Cruise Line ship carrying 3,998 passengers, in service since 2019.
Choose Norwegian Bliss if you want more adventure and nature, a more active cruise or better-rated entertainment: it outscores Norwegian Encore for adventure & nature (10.0 vs 5.0), active (10.0 vs 7.0) and entertainment (8.0 vs 7.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Choose Norwegian Encore if you want a lower starting fare: its cruises start from $109 (vs $799).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Norwegian Bliss | Norwegian Encore | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Norwegian Cruise Line | Norwegian Cruise Line |
| Ship size | Mega | Large |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2018 | 2019 (better) |
| Gross tonnage | 167,800 | 169,116 |
| Passengers | 4,000 | 3,998 |
| Crew | 2,100 | 2,100 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 1.9 | 1.9 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 42.0 | 42.3 (better) |
| Decks | 20 | 16 |
| Length | 1,069 ft | 1,094 ft |
| Beam | 136 ft | 136 ft |
| Speed | 26 mph | 26 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 9 / 10 | 9 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 26 | 12 |
| Upcoming sailings | 91 | 107 |
| Cruise lengths | 5–22 nights | 1–15 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $799 | $109 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Norwegian Bliss leads on 5 of the ten, Norwegian Encore on 0, with 5 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Bliss
The first ship from Norwegian Cruise Line built specifically for Alaska cruises, Norwegian Bliss began seasonal sailings to Alaska in June 2018, and offers itineraries that call on the Mexican Riviera and Bermuda in the fall and winter.
Sailing now
26 cruises on sale, from $799.
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Encore
Since its debut in November 2019, Norwegian Encore from Norwegian Cruise Line has impressed travelers with the one-two combination of a beautiful, fun ship and great ports of call.
Sailing now
12 cruises on sale, from $109.
Questions
Norwegian Bliss or Norwegian Encore?
Which is bigger, Norwegian Bliss or Norwegian Encore?
Norwegian Encore is bigger at 169,116 gross tons, against 167,800 gross tons for Norwegian Bliss. Norwegian Bliss carries 4,000 passengers and Norwegian Encore carries 3,998.
Which ship is newer, Norwegian Bliss or Norwegian Encore?
Norwegian Encore is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2019 against 2018 for Norwegian Bliss.
Which has more space per passenger?
Norwegian Encore, with 42.3 gross tons per passenger against 42.0 on Norwegian Bliss. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
They are level, with one crew member for every 1.9 passengers.
Which is better for families?
They score the same for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 7.0 out of 10.
Still deciding?
Tell us what matters and we will match the sailing
Send your dates, budget and who is travelling, and our partner travel agency will come back to you about Norwegian Bliss, Norwegian Encore or a ship that suits you better.