Norwegian Spirit, Norwegian Sun, and Norwegian Sky in Asia as well as new ports of call in Manama, Rarotonga, Sokhna, and Akita are set to debut in NCL’s 2024–2025 itinerary.

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), a leading cruise operator has released its itineraries for 2024–2025, with several new and exotic destinations. According to a press statement, these include the debuts of Norwegian Spirit, Norwegian Sun, and Norwegian Sky in Asia as well as new ports of call in Manama, Bahrain, Rarotonga, Cook Islands, Sokhna, Egypt and Akita, Japan.

The new season of itineraries is anticipated to start in October 2024 and end in December 2025, the statement notes. NCL says it is increasing its trips to Antarctica, South America, Africa, Asia, the Middle East, Australia, and New Zealand by 37 pc, and its Extraordinary Journeys, the Brand’s selection of immersive and port-rich trips, by 15 pc overall.

To provide passengers with a more comprehensive and port-intensive method to experience South America and cruise to Antarctica, NCL will launch its first service from Ushuaia in Argentina, aboard the Norwegian Star on March 1, 2025. Visitors can experience the cultures of Sao Paulo, Puerto Madryn, Montevideo, and Punta Del Este in Uruguay, as well as the nearby glacial mountains and local wildlife as they cruise through Paradise Bay in Antarctica, officials added.

The statement continues that NCL will offer a seven-day Middle East cruise on Norwegian Sun from Doha, Qatar to Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), leaving April 12, 2025, in what will be the company’s first dedicated Middle East sailing and its first call to Bahrain.

NCL adds that Norwegian Sun and Norwegian Sky will debut together in Asia, offering an extensive eight-month season from October 2024 through May 2025, sailing country-intensive voyages in the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia and Japan, including a collection of coveted Japanese spring cherry blossom and fall foliage itineraries.

“Our guests are craving longer, immersive and more unique itineraries that take them off the beaten path. These new sailings represent the most diverse itinerary program to date and feature many brand firsts, including an extended Asia offering and new ports in Argentina, Bahrain, Japan and Egypt.  Coupled with NCL’s renowned onboard experiences – from spacious accommodations, exceptional entertainment and diverse dining options that rival land-based offerings, it truly is an unforgettable way to explore the world,” says Harry Sommer, President and CEO of Norwegian Cruise Line.

“Our expanded presence in the Asia Pacific is a testament to our long-term commitment to this region and its importance to our company as both a source

market and a destination. I’m thrilled that guests from all over the world will have more

choice than ever before to explore our stunning region, and that more Australian guests will have the opportunity to experience the NCL difference while cruising from their very own doorstep,” says Ben Angell, MD and VP for NCL in APAC.

In November 2024, Norwegian Sky will sail a 16-day Middle East Extraordinary Journey from Haifa, Israel to Dubai, UAE, including the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for guests to transit the Suez Canal in Egypt, says the statement.