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Norwegian Encore

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Cruise the Caribbean out of the Port of Miami or Alaska ports of call out of Seattle on Norwegian Encore, Norwegian's new ship. Whether you want to race on the Norwegian Encore Speedway or try new dining options, Encore is the ship for you.

  • 3,998guests
  • 169,116gross tons
  • 12cruises now
  • $109fares from

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Norwegian Encore sailing in Caribbean waters at twilight.

At a glance

Norwegian Encore is a large-size cruise ship operated by Norwegian Cruise Line, in service since 2019. It carries 3,998 guests and 2,100 crew (1.9 guests per crew member) at 169,116 gross tons. It is the 4th largest of 20 Norwegian Cruise Line ships by guest capacity. On Cruiseable's Bliss scale it scores highest for active, dining, entertainment, family friendly, party, romantic, spa & fitness and staterooms (7/10) and lowest for adventure & nature and cultural (5/10). It is rated 4.5 out of 5 by Cruiseable and 4.5 out of 5 by Cruise Critic. It has 12 cruises on sale, with lead fares from $109 to $2,139. 30 of its upcoming sailings dropped in price since the previous weekly fare check.

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Specs

Cruiseable
4.5 / 5
Cruise Critic
4.5 / 5
Guests
3,998
Crew
2,100
Gross tons
169,116
Decks
16
Length
1,094 ft
Beam
136 ft
Maiden voyage
2019
Space ratio
1.9
Gross tons per guest
Guests per crew
1.9
Speed (mph)
26
IMO
9751511

Bliss scores

What Norwegian Encore is best at

Ten dimensions scored by our editors on a 10-point scale. The Cruiseable app ranks every cruise against the mix you care about.

  1. Active 7.0
  2. Adventure and nature 5.0
  3. Cultural 5.0
  4. Dining 7.0
  5. Entertainment 7.0
  6. Family friendly 7.0
  7. Party 7.0
  8. Romantic 7.0
  9. Spa and fitness 7.0
  10. Staterooms 7.0

Our review

Upgrade your cruise experience on 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.

Linger over a great meal at specialty restaurants Onda by Scarpetta, Lobos and Le Bistro. Included in the cost of the cruise are other great choices such as the Manhattan Room, Taste and Savor. Rev your engines at the Encore Speedway, and let it fly on the main deck's Aqua Park or at the Encore Casino.

Relax during your voyage at Norwegian's private island of Great Stirrup Cay. Or head to the ABC islands, Aruba, Curacao and Bonaire. Get your camera ready for Alaskan ports of call Juneau, Ketchikan, Skagway and Victoria, BC. 

Where Norwegian Encore sails

The ship has two main itineraries: "7 Night Caribbean Round Trip from Miami to Great Stirrup Cay and the Dominican Republic" and "7 Night Alaska Round Trip from Seattle to Glacier Bay, Skagway and Juneau," plus other cruises up and down the U.S. West Coast, through the Panama Canal and into the Caribbean. 

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Safe sailings

Norwegian has invested heavily in SailSAFE Global Health and Wellness program, which includes medical-grade air filtration, increased sanitation measures, preboarding antigen testing and much more on all its ships sailing during these challenging times.

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On board highlights

Dining

Where to eat on Norwegian Encore

  • Onda by Scarpetta
    Onda by Scarpetta Italian · Dinner
    Additional cost
  • Q Texas Barbeque
    Q Texas Barbeque Smoked meats · Dinner
    Additional cost
  • Ocean Blue
    Ocean Blue Seafood · Dinner
    Additional cost

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Inside and out

Dining 6

  • Head to Le Bistro on Norwegian Encore for seafood, vegetable dishes and classic Italian entrees.
    Head to Le Bistro on Norwegian Encore for seafood, vegetable dishes and classic Italian entrees.
  • Los Lobos on Norwegian Encore offers Mexican fare in a casual setting, including an al fresco option.
    Los Lobos on Norwegian Encore offers Mexican fare in a casual setting, including an al fresco option.
  • Fresh seafood and ocean views come together for an epic evening of dining at Ocean Blue on Norwegian Encore.
    Fresh seafood and ocean views come together for an epic evening of dining at Ocean Blue on Norwegian Encore.
  • Like to dine al fresco? Head out to the Waterfront to enjoy Italian fare at Onda by Scarpetta on Norwegian Encore
    Like to dine al fresco? Head out to the Waterfront to enjoy Italian fare at Onda by Scarpetta on Norwegian Encore
  • Head to Onda by Scarpetta on Norwegian Encore for hearty, upscale Italian cuisine in a classy setting.
    Head to Onda by Scarpetta on Norwegian Encore for hearty, upscale Italian cuisine in a classy setting.
  • Q Texas Barbeque serves up tasty smoked meats during your Norwegian Encore sailing for a specialty dining up-charge on Norwegian Encore.
    Q Texas Barbeque serves up tasty smoked meats during your Norwegian Encore sailing for a specialty dining up-charge on Norwegian Encore.

On board 7

  • 678 Ocean Place on Norwegian Encore encompasses the atrium, three decks and most of the ship’s restaurants and lounges.
    678 Ocean Place on Norwegian Encore encompasses the atrium, three decks and most of the ship’s restaurants and lounges.
  • Galaxy Pavilion on Norwegian Encore is the gaming and virtual reality zone with an array of realistic simulations, mazes and an Escape Room outfitted with special effects.
    Galaxy Pavilion on Norwegian Encore is the gaming and virtual reality zone with an array of realistic simulations, mazes and an Escape Room outfitted with special effects.
  • Head to deck 20 for an open-air laser tag game on Norwegian Encore.
    Head to deck 20 for an open-air laser tag game on Norwegian Encore.
  • Get a sweeping view of passing landscapes in the Observation Lounge on Norwegian Encore.
    Get a sweeping view of passing landscapes in the Observation Lounge on Norwegian Encore.
  • Whip around the 1,100-foot Speedway on Norwegian Encore, the largest race track at sea.
    Whip around the 1,100-foot Speedway on Norwegian Encore, the largest race track at sea.
  • Pull up a stool with some friends at the Local Bar and Grill on Norwegian Encore.
    Pull up a stool with some friends at the Local Bar and Grill on Norwegian Encore.
  • The Vibe Beach Club on Norwegian Encore is an exclusive space for adults 18 and over.
    The Vibe Beach Club on Norwegian Encore is an exclusive space for adults 18 and over.

Ship exteriors 1

  • Norwegian Encore sails to Caribbean destinations in winter and from Seattle to Alaska in summer.
    Norwegian Encore sails to Caribbean destinations in winter and from Seattle to Alaska in summer.

More photos 7

  • Norwegian Encore sailing in Caribbean waters at twilight.
    Norwegian Encore sailing in Caribbean waters at twilight.
  • The 4,000-passenger Norwegian Encore sails to the Caribbean and Alaska.
    The 4,000-passenger Norwegian Encore sails to the Caribbean and Alaska.
  • The top deck of Norwegian Encore shows the ship’s Speedway, the longest race track at sea.
    The top deck of Norwegian Encore shows the ship’s Speedway, the longest race track at sea.
  • The 4,000-passenger Norwegian Encore sails to destinations in the Caribbean and Alaska.
    The 4,000-passenger Norwegian Encore sails to destinations in the Caribbean and Alaska.
  • The 4,000-passenger Norwegian Encore sails to the Caribbean and Alaska.
    The 4,000-passenger Norwegian Encore sails to the Caribbean and Alaska.
  • Set sail on Norwegian Encore for getaways to the Caribbean and Alaska.
    Set sail on Norwegian Encore for getaways to the Caribbean and Alaska.
  • Set sail on Norwegian Encore to the Caribbean or Alaska.
    Set sail on Norwegian Encore to the Caribbean or Alaska.

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Cruises on Norwegian Encore

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  1. 7 Night Alaska 7 nights · from Seattle Next Sep 20, 2026 54 dates from $1,079
  2. 6 Night Pacific Coast 6 nights · from Vancouver Next Oct 12, 2026 from $489
  3. 7 Night Mexican Riviera 7 nights · from Los Angeles Next Oct 18, 2026 30 dates from $459
  4. 7 Night Mexican Riviera 7 nights · from Los Angeles Next Dec 20, 2026 2 dates from $519
  5. 6 Night Pacific Coast 6 nights · from Los Angeles Next Apr 18, 2027 from $629
  6. 6 Night Pacific Coast 6 nights · from Vancouver Next Oct 18, 2027 from $789
  7. 7 Night Mexican Riviera 7 nights · from Los Angeles Next Nov 7, 2027 13 dates from $619
  8. 15 Night Panama Canal 15 nights · from Los Angeles Next Jan 9, 2028 from $1,769
  9. 15 Night Panama Canal 15 nights · from Miami Next Jan 24, 2028 from $2,139
  10. 5 Night Mexican Riviera 5 nights · from Los Angeles Next Feb 8, 2028 from $459
  11. 6 Night Pacific Coast Los Angeles to Vancouver 6 nights · from Los Angeles Next Apr 9, 2028 from $769
  12. 1 Night Vancouver to Seattle 1 night · from Vancouver Next Apr 15, 2028 from $109

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