The Norwegian Dawn is a contemporary cruise ship that joined the Norwegian Cruise Line fleet in 2002, built by Meyer Werft in Papenburg. As part of the Dawn-class, this mid-sized vessel carries 2,340 passengers and 1,032 crew members across 15 decks.
The ship operates under the Bahamas registry and represents the mainstream category of modern cruising, offering the balance of amenities and capacity that defines Norwegian Cruise Line's fleet approach.
With over two decades of service, the Norwegian Dawn continues to provide accessible cruising options for travelers seeking a reliable, well-established vessel with established itineraries and onboard offerings.
- Class
- Dawn
- Built
- 2002
- Refurbished
- 2016
- Gross Tonnage
- 92,250 GT
- Length
- 294 m
- Beam
- 38 m
- Passengers
- 2,340
- Cabins
- 1,170
- Crew
- 1,032
- Decks
- 15
- Max Speed
- 25 knots
- Builder
- Meyer Werft, Papenburg
- Registry
- Nassau, Bahamas
- Age
- 24 years old
- Size
- Large
- Space Ratio
- 39.4 GT/pax
- Passenger-to-Crew
- 2.3:1
- Sister Ships
- 1 other in class
- Fleet Rank
- 17th largest of 22
- Typical Cruise
- 5 nights
- Primary Region
- Bahamas
- Next Sailing
- Oct 4, 2026
- Family
- Kids Club on board
🍽️ Dining & Bars
🎭 Entertainment
🏊 Recreation
👨👩👧 Family
🧖 Wellness & Relaxation
📚 Lifestyle
Norwegian Dawn prices
Upcoming Norwegian Dawn cruises start from $319. The lowest fare we've tracked in the past 90 days was $249. Pick a sailing below, choose your cabin, and we'll email you when the price drops.
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