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Great Stirrup Cay
Great Stirrup Cay

Bahamas Cruises

Swing to The Beat of The Tropics

Set sail for The Bahamas! Every cruise stops at Great Stirrup Cay, our idyllic private island - filled with fun under the sun. Nassau, the capital of The Bahamas, offers a mix of high energy and relaxation - from shopping on Bay Street to hitting a casino to frolicking in a water park. Grand Bahama Island is heaven for adventure seekers, nature lovers and water enthusiasts. 

Port Stops Along the Way

We've highlighted some of the most frequent stops on our Bahamas cruises. But there's so much more to explore - be sure to "view all ports."

Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas

Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas

Norwegian's Private Island.
Nassau, Bahamas

Nassau, Bahamas

Swim with dolphins, shop for deals, and discover pastel-colored buildings.
Grand Bahama Island, Bahamas

Grand Bahama Island, Bahamas

Kayak through mangroves, swim with pigs, and explore delightful cafés.
Key West, Florida

Key West, Florida

Laid-back charm, deep sea fishing, unique character, and underwater shipwrecks.
Bimini, Bahamas

Bimini, Bahamas

Serene sunny beaches with sparkling clear waters.
Miami, Florida

Miami, Florida

Amazing medley of cultures and flashy urban settings.

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Bahamas Cruise Explore your own private island, Great Stirrup Cay.
Great Stirrup Cay Swing in Great Stirrup Cay.
Little piglet in a water at beach on Exuma Bahamas Little piglet at the beach on Exuma Bahamas.
Happy family - father, mother, child in snorkeling mask dive underwater with tropical fishes in coral reef sea pool. Travel lifestyle, water sport adventure, swimming on summer beach holiday with kids Explore the underwater world in Fate of the Fancy.
Great Stirrup Cay Zip Line in Great Stirrup Cay.

Pre- and Post-Cruise Hotels

Relax and enjoy the local sights of the city before or after your cruise. Call us to book a hotel stay with one of our trusted hotel partners.

To book a pre- or post- hotel, please call NCL Reservations.

Hilton Hotel, Downtown Miami

Hilton Miami Downtown

In a contemporary tower overlooking Biscayne Bay, this upscale hotel is a 3-minute walk from Adrienne Arsht Center Metromover Station, offering a free trolley to Downtown Miami, and a 6.44-km/ 4-mile drive from Miami Beach.

NYC Millennium Hilton Hotel

Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza

Sophisticated and landmark hotel situated directly across from the United Nations Headquarters in Midtown Manhattan, offering a truly unique experience with stunning, unobstructed views of the city skyline and East River.

Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel, Orlando

Rosen Shingle Creek Orlando

Set on 230 acres of lawns and waterways, this elegant Spanish-style conference resort is 4.83 km/ 3 miles from the Orange County Convention Center and 11.27 km/ 7 miles from Universal Orlando.

Featured Itineraries

NCL offers a variety of Bahamas cruise itineraries designed to fit every traveler. Choose from 3-day, 4-day, 5-day, or week-long vacations, with convenient departures from Miami, Orlando (Port Canaveral), Jacksonville, New York, and Philadelphia. Almost every sailing includes a visit to Great Stirrup Cay, NCL's exclusive private island. Many itineraries feature additional stops in Nassau, Grand Bahama Island, and Bimini, while NCL's curated shore excursions allow you to make the most of each beautiful destination.