Day 1
Fly to New York
Welcome to New York! On arrival transfer independently to your hotel for 3 nights.
Hotel: Fitzpatrick Grand Central
Day 2-3
New York
Whether it’s your first visit or your 50th, New York City is a great destination. See the landmark sights, catch a Broadway show or explore small, off-the-beaten-path museums like the Lower East Side Tenement Museum. Alternatively spend some time looking at the fabulous 5th Avenue shops.
Day 4
Some last minute exploration in the “Big Apple” before your early afternoon embarkation on the Norwegian Gem.
This sparkling cruise ship is the perfect choice for cruising the Caribbean. From a chic, four-lane bowling alley to tons of dining choices and the freedom of Freestyle Cruising, Norwegian Gem has it all. Chill out by the pool, get lucky in the casino, unwind at the spa, and make the kids happy with our water slides, Wii™ games and lots more.
Day 5-6
Relaxing days at sea
Day 7
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Arrive at 15:00 hours
Simply relax or take one of the many optional shore excursions to this beautiful and historic island. You could enjoy a guided drive through one of the most beautiful cities in the Caribbean with its 17th century architecture and historical buildings or take a drive to El Yunque Rain Forest, the only tropical rain forest in United States’ territory, with tropical woodlands of giant ferns, wild orchids and crystalline waterfalls spread over hills and valleys.
Depart at 21:00
Day 8
Philipsburg, St Maarten
Arrive at 08:00
Where else can you experience the food, style and hospitality of two separate countries in an exotic West Indian setting? St. Maarten is divided between French St. Martin in the north and Dutch St. Maarten in the south. Both sides of this 37-square-mile island offer beautiful ocean vistas, gourmet cuisines, first-rate water sports and beaches, and some of the best duty-free shopping in the world.
Depart at 18:00
Day 9
Charlotte Amalie, St Thomas, US Virgin Islands
Arrive at 08:00
Not all of St. Thomas’ treasures are buried. Most of them are right in the open on this gorgeous island, home of the infamous Bluebeard’s Tower. Whether looking for jewels, crystal, perfume and fine wines in the shops of Charlotte Amalie, or soaking up the sun on the incredible beaches, you’ll marvel at the wealth of history on this treasure-filled paradise.
Depart at 17:00
Day 10
Samana, Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic is the second largest island in the Caribbean and has an amazing mix of scenery, from rolling mountains to amazingly colourful coral reefs and unspoiled beaches just waiting to be enjoyed.
Arrive 08:00 and depart at 16:00
Day 11-12
Relaxing days at sea
Day 13
New York
Arrive New York at 10:00. Disembarkation starts approximately 2 hours after arrival. Transfer to the airport independently for your overnight flight back home
Day 14
Arrive home
What's Included
Scheduled Transatlantic Flights
3 Nights hotel accommodation - Room Only
Nine nights NCL Freestyle cruising® on Norwegian Gem (based on Inside Stateroom)
All onboard meals and entertainment
All government fees and taxes, airline taxes and fuel surcharges included
What’s Not Included
Transfers
Meals unless specified
Onboard tips
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