Norwegian Cruise Line - 2026 Cruises from Miami: Explore the Caribbean, Panama Canal & South America

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Oct 12
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Whether you're looking for a fun family vacation or a romantic getaway for two, cruising is the perfect way to get out, explore, and make lifelong memories. Norwegian Cruise Line offers many cruises out of Miami, Florida, and their 2026 itineraries will excite travelers of all ages and preferences.

If you're looking for a 2026 cruise from Miami, here's a list of Norwegian's itineraries to consider.

A ship named the Norwegian Aqua is sailing in front of the Miami cityscape. The water is blue and the sky is blue.

2026 Cruises From Miami

The Caribbean

With several ports of call along the way, you can fully experience The Caribbean. Say goodbye to the cold weather as you embark on an island-hopping adventure that takes you to lush jungles and refreshing mountain pools. Some exciting places you may visit on your cruise vacation include:

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic: Home to the Pico Isabel de Torres, explore 16th-century prison ruins and the Amber Museum.
St. John's, Antigua: Visit the Botanical Gardens, St. John's Cathedral, and the Antigua Lighthouse.
Basseterre, St. Kitts: Experience golden sand beaches, well-preserved sugar cane plantations, and British customs like cricket and afternoon tea.
San Juan, Puerto Rico: Discover Spanish-style streets, plazas, and chapels in this historic paradise.

A cruise ship is sailing from the port of Miami. The sky and water are blue.

Great Stirrup Cay and Dominican Republic

Norwegian has a seven-day cruise to The Caribbean with five ports of call. You'll board Norwegian Aqua in Miami, available from January to April 2026. Your first stop will be Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. Then, you'll cruise to beautiful St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, Tortola, British Virgin Islands, and Great Stirrup Bay, Bahamas, before returning to Miami. Consider adding excursions to your itinerary to enhance your trip.

An arial view of Great Stirrup Cay, Norwegian Cruise Line's private destination. White sand and tropical plants are seen. There is a lighthouse with the label Great Stirrup Cay on it. A person is ziplining. A ship sits in the background.

Dominican Republic and Antigua

If you wish to take a longer family cruise, NCL's 10-day cruise from Miami to eight ports of call throughout The Caribbean could be for you. You can book this cruise for your preferred dates between January and April 2026. Norwegian Getaway will make stops in these fascinating destinations:

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic.
St. Thonas, U.S. Virgin Islands.
St. John's, Antigua.
Philipsburg, St. Maarten.
Basseterre, St. Kitts.
San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas.

Finally, you'll return to Miami, where you can disembark to explore the city's vibrant attractions or return home.

Beach scene with palm trees, golden sand, and turquoise ocean. Skyscrapers in the background under a partly cloudy blue sky. Quiet and serene.

Harvest Caye, Cozumel and Roatán

Norwegian has wonderful itineraries for cruisers who want to explore these four magnificent destinations in The Caribbean:

Roatán, Honduras.
Harvest Caye, Belize.
Costa Maya, Mexico.
Cozumel, Mexico.

Panama Canal

Cruising through the Panama Canal is a once-in-a-lifetime experience you don't want to miss. Taking one of NCL's Panama Canal cruises is the best way to check this vacation off your bucket list. Explore the following itineraries.

Mexico, Jamaica and Costa Rica

Norwegian offers cruises leaving in 2026 from Miami to take you through the Panama Canal — a manmade marvel. The ports of call on these cruises are the following:

Ocho Rios, Jamaica.
Cartagena, Colombia.
Panama Canal, Panama.
Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
Harvest Caye, Beliza.
Cozumel, Mexico.

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Mexico and Costa Rica

Choose one of our Mexico and Costa Rica cruises from Miami if you want a longer cruise that takes you through the famous Panama Canal. Norwegian offers a 15-day cruise aboard Norwegian Joy and a 22-day cruise aboard Norwegian Encore that leaves in April 2026. It makes stops in the following destinations:

Cartagena, Colombia.
Colón, Panama.
Puntarenas, Colombia.
Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala.
Acapulco, Mexico.
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.
Los Angeles, California.

This cruise doesn't return to Miami, so plan accordingly. If you can't get enough cruise days, select our longer 22-day Mexico and Costa Rica cruise on Norwegian Encore,* leaving in April 2026.

The Bahamas

If you're looking for a quick getaway, a trip to The Bahamas aboard Norwegian checks all those quick trip boxes. Some ports of call in The Bahamas include:

Nassau, Bahamas: Explore charming shops, flirt with Lady Luck at a casino, or go snorkeling.
Bimini, Bahamas: Enjoy exciting water activities or go deep-sea fishing like Ernest Hemingway.
Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas: Relax with a beach buffet, private beachfront cabanas, and stunning scenery.

Colorful beachfront buildings under a blue sky, with boats docked on vibrant turquoise water, evoke a serene tropical mood.

Cruises to The Bahamas

On a Norwegian cruise to the Bahamas, you'll stop at Great Stirrup Cay or Nassau. Of course, we have options for you to customize your cruise vacation to suit your needs and budget.

Great Stirrup Cay and Nassau

NCL has three- and four-day cruise itineraries for those who want to cruise from Miami in 2026 to the Bahamas. You'll board either Norwegian Getaway or Norwegian Aqua, with various dates between January and August 2026.

Cruise to South America from Miami

Don't miss your chance to take your cruise of a lifetime from Miami to South American ports of call. Norwegian is offering only one cruise in 2026 to South America. Here are all the details.

Aerial view of Lima, Peru's coastline with high-rise buildings, green cliffs, and ocean waves. "LIMA" text at bottom right. Clear sky.

You will enjoy this 12-day South American cruise aboard Norwegian Jade, a ship full of culture that offers the ultimate dining experience. You'll embark in Miami and then visit six awe-inspiring ports of call:

Santa Marta, Colombia.
Cartagena, Colombia.
Panama City, Panama.
Manta, Ecuador.
Trujillo, Peru.
Lima, Peru.

Transatlantic Cruises in 2026 from Miami

If you want to explore more of the world, a transatlantic cruise vacation can help you journey beyond tropical waters. Some ports you may be able to explore include:

Ponta Delgada, Azores
Lisbon, Portugal
Vigo, Spain
Paris (Le Havre), France
London (Southampton), United Kingdom

Information courtesy of Norwegian Cruise Line.

Whether you're looking for a fun family vacation or a romantic getaway for two, cruising is the perfect way to get out, explore, and make lifelong memories. Norwegian Cruise Line offers many cruises out of Miami, Florida, and their 2026 itineraries will excite travelers of all ages and preferences.

If you're looking for a 2026 cruise from Miami, here's a list of Norwegian's itineraries to consider.

2026 Cruises From Miami

The Caribbean

With several ports of call along the way, you can fully experience The Caribbean. Say goodbye to the cold weather as you embark on an island-hopping adventure that takes you to lush jungles and refreshing mountain pools. Some exciting places you may visit on your cruise vacation include:

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic: Home to the Pico Isabel de Torres, explore 16th-century prison ruins and the Amber Museum.

St. John's, Antigua: Visit the Botanical Gardens, St. John's Cathedral, and the Antigua Lighthouse.

Basseterre, St. Kitts: Experience golden sand beaches, well-preserved sugar cane plantations, and British customs like cricket and afternoon tea.

San Juan, Puerto Rico: Discover Spanish-style streets, plazas, and chapels in this historic paradise.

Great Stirrup Cay and Dominican Republic

Dominican Republic and Antigua

If you wish to take a longer family cruise, NCL's 10-day cruise from Miami to eight ports of call throughout The Caribbean could be for you. You can book this cruise for your preferred dates between January and April 2026. Norwegian Getaway will make stops in these fascinating destinations:

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic.

St. Thonas, U.S. Virgin Islands.

St. John's, Antigua.

Philipsburg, St. Maarten.

Basseterre, St. Kitts.

San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas.

Finally, you'll return to Miami, where you can disembark to explore the city's vibrant attractions or return home.

Harvest Caye, Cozumel and Roatán

Norwegian has wonderful itineraries for cruisers who want to explore these four magnificent destinations in The Caribbean:

Roatán, Honduras.

Harvest Caye, Belize.

Costa Maya, Mexico.

Cozumel, Mexico.

Panama Canal

Cruising through the Panama Canal is a once-in-a-lifetime experience you don't want to miss. Taking one of NCL's Panama Canal cruises is the best way to check this vacation off your bucket list. Explore the following itineraries.

Mexico, Jamaica and Costa Rica

Norwegian offers cruises leaving in 2026 from Miami to take you through the Panama Canal — a manmade marvel. The ports of call on these cruises are the following:

Ocho Rios, Jamaica.

Cartagena, Colombia.

Panama Canal, Panama.

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica

Harvest Caye, Beliza.

Cozumel, Mexico.

Mexico and Costa Rica

Cartagena, Colombia.

Colón, Panama.

Puntarenas, Colombia.

Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala.

Acapulco, Mexico.

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.

Los Angeles, California.

*This cruise doesn't return to Miami, so plan accordingly. If you can't get enough cruise days, select our longer 22-day Mexico and Costa Rica cruise on Norwegian Encore, leaving in April 2026.

The Bahamas

If you're looking for a quick getaway, a trip to The Bahamas aboard Norwegian checks all those quick trip boxes. Some ports of call in The Bahamas include:

Nassau, Bahamas: Explore charming shops, flirt with Lady Luck at a casino, or go snorkeling.

Bimini, Bahamas: Enjoy exciting water activities or go deep-sea fishing like Ernest Hemingway.

Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas: Relax with a beach buffet, private beachfront cabanas, and stunning scenery.

Cruises to The Bahamas

On a Norwegian cruise to the Bahamas, you'll stop at Great Stirrup Cay or Nassau. Of course, we have options for you to customize your cruise vacation to suit your needs and budget.

Great Stirrup Cay and Nassau

NCL has three- and four-day cruise itineraries for those who want to cruise from Miami in 2026 to the Bahamas. You'll board either Norwegian Getaway or Norwegian Aqua, with various dates between January and August 2026.

Cruise to South America from Miami

Don't miss your chance to take your cruise of a lifetime from Miami to South American ports of call. Norwegian is offering only one cruise in 2026 to South America. Here are all the details.

You will enjoy this 12-day South American cruise aboard Norwegian Jade, a ship full of culture that offers the ultimate dining experience. You'll embark in Miami and then visit six awe-inspiring ports of call:

Santa Marta, Colombia.

Cartagena, Colombia.

Panama City, Panama.

Manta, Ecuador.

Trujillo, Peru.

Lima, Peru.

Transatlantic Cruises in 2026 from Miami

If you want to explore more of the world, a transatlantic cruise vacation can help you journey beyond tropical waters. Some ports you may be able to explore include:

Ponta Delgada, Azores

Lisbon, Portugal

Vigo, Spain

Paris (Le Havre), France

London (Southampton), United Kingdom

Ready to cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line from Miami in 2026? Contact your Magical Moments Vacations agent today or click HERE for more information.

This cruise doesn't return to Miami, so plan accordingly. If you can't get enough cruise days, select our longer 22-day Mexico and Costa Rica cruise on Norwegian Encore,* leaving in April 2026.