Norwegian Aqua - Deck Plans, Details, Dining, Itineraries, & More - Full NCL Ship Guide

The Norwegian Aqua is the latest addition to the Norwegian Cruise Line fleet, and we’re here to share everything we know about this exciting new ship. While complete details are still emerging, we have information on the ship’s deck plans, staterooms, and upcoming itineraries for 2025 and 2026.

We're eagerly awaiting more details about the Norwegian Aqua's dining options and activity venues. Rest assured, we will update this article with new information as it becomes available, keeping you informed about all the amazing features and experiences the Norwegian Aqua has to offer.

Size and Structure

Bigger and more spacious than its predecessors, the Prima and Viva, the Norwegian Aqua is designed to enhance the passenger experience. With the capacity to hold 3,571 guests at double occupancy, compared to the 3,099 on both the Prima and Viva, the Aqua offers a more expansive cruising experience. The ship is elongated, with an addition of 20 balcony staterooms in length on each side, which makes the Aqua not only larger but also gives it a more spacious feel.

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One of the improvements that we hope to see with Norwegian Aqua’s expanded size is the enlargement of public venues, such as Syd Normans Pour House and Improv at Sea. Feedback from cruisers from the Prima and Viva have often highlighted that these areas can feel a bit cramped due to their popularity.

Norwegian Aqua Deck Plans

Though specific details are limited, the deck plans reveal some exciting features. A notable difference from its sister ships, the Prima and Viva, is the absence of a racetrack. In replacing the traditional racetrack found on its sister ships, the Norwegian Aqua introduces the Aqua Slidecoaster, a first-of-its-kind attraction that merges the thrills of a rollercoaster with the spills of a waterslide. This innovative feature uses magnetic propulsion to send riders soaring through two unique courses that twist around the ship's funnel. We hope that this new Aqua Slidecoaster will allow for more sun deck space that the Prima and Viva did not have.

Shown below are Decks 19, 18, 17, 8, 7, 6.

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Norwegian Aqua Staterooms:

The Norwegian Aqua has unveiled an exciting array of staterooms to offer an enhanced and comfortable cruising experience for its guests. The latest in Norwegian Cruise Line’s Prima Class, the Aqua sails alongside the Norwegian Prima and Norwegian Viva, bringing a fresh perspective to luxurious sea voyages. The ship proudly introduces new solo stateroom categories, but more notably, the new Haven 3-Bedroom Duplex Suite with Large Balcony. While the design essence is retained from the Prima and Viva, the Norwegian Aqua’s staterooms lean more toward earth tones and heavier fabrics. This new design approach creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, making passengers feel at home while enjoying the splendid ocean views.

A wide variety of stateroom categories are available on the Norwegian Aqua, ensuring that every traveler finds a space that meets their needs and enhances their cruising experience. Below is the full list of all Norwegian Aqua stateroom categories:

Itineraries

The Norwegian Aqua has a diverse itinerary, promising a multitude of wonderful destinations. Home-ported in Miami, Port Canaveral, and New York, the ship’s voyages range from exploring the tropical beauty of the Bahamas and the Caribbean to the historic charm of Bermuda. With sailings scheduled through 2025 and into 2026, the Aqua offers a range of options to suit every traveler’s desires.

Below is the list of all known itineraries (as of Nov 2023):

3/28/2025 - 7 Day London to Boston Inaugural Transatlantic

4/16/2025 - 5 Day Bahamas Roundtrip Miami

4/21/2025 - 4 Day Bahamas Roundtrip Miami

4/26/2025 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Orlando (Port Canaveral)

5/3/2025 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Orlando (Port Canaveral)

5/10/2025 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Orlando (Port Canaveral)

5/17/2025 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Orlando (Port Canaveral)

5/24/2025 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Orlando (Port Canaveral)

5/31/2025 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Orlando (Port Canaveral)

6/7/2025- 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Orlando (Port Canaveral)

6/14/2025 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Orlando (Port Canaveral)

6/21/2025 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Orlando (Port Canaveral)

6/28/2025 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Orlando (Port Canaveral)

7/5/2025 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Orlando (Port Canaveral)

7/12/2025 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Orlando (Port Canaveral)

7/19/2025 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Orlando (Port Canaveral)

7/26/2025 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Orlando (Port Canaveral)

8/2/2025 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Orlando (Port Canaveral)

8/9/2025 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Orlando (Port Canaveral)

8/22/2025 - 5 Day Bermuda Roundtrip New York

8/27/2025 - 5 Day Bermuda Roundtrip New York

9/1/2025 - 5 Day Bermuda Roundtrip New York

9/6/2025 - 7 Day Bermuda Roundtrip New York

9/13/2025 - 7 Day Bermuda Roundtrip New York

9/20/2025 - 7 Day Bermuda Roundtrip New York

9/27/2025 - 7 Day Bermuda Roundtrip New York

10/7/2025 - 5 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

10/12/2025 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

10/19/2025 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

10/26/2025 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

11/2/2025 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

11/9/2025 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

11/16/2025 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

11/23/2023 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

11/30/2025 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

12/7/2025 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

12/14/2025 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

12/21/2025 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

12/28/2025 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

1/4/2026 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

1/11/2026 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

1/18/2026 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

1/25/2026 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

2/1/2026 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

2/8/2026 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

2/15/2026 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

2/22/2026 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

3/1/2026 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

3/8/2026 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

3/15/2026 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

3/22/2026 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

3/29/2026 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

4/5/2026 - 7 Day Caribbean Roundtrip Miami

Norwegian Aqua - Deck Plans, Details, Dining, Itineraries, & More - Full NCL Ship Guide — Freestyle Travelers (2024)

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What is freestyle dining on a cruise? ›

With Freestyle Dining, you can dine when and where you want, with no fixed dining times or pre-assigned seating. Complimentary restaurants have no charges. Specialty restaurants incur nominal charges. You can see a list of complimentary and specialty restaurants in the Freestyle Daily.

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How many meals are included in NCL free at sea? ›

The number of meals included depends on the length of your cruise: 1 meal on cruises of 3–6 nights for all stateroom categories and on cruises of 7–11 nights for categories Studio/Inside/Oceanview, 2 meals on cruises of 7–11 nights for Balcony and above and on cruises of 12 nights and longer for Studio/Inside/Oceanview ...

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What does freestyle cruising offer? ›

Choose from four-course meals off menus in two dining roofs, buffet-style dining, multiple cafes, grills, takeout, original dishes, desserts, and pastries. Depending upon venue, travelers have the option of dressing up or going casual, and seating is not set.

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What beverages are complimentary on ncl? ›

Before we go over which drinks are included in Norwegian Cruise Line's beverage packages, you should first know which options are included in the cruise fare. Lemonade, iced tea, a limited selection of juices, chocolate and regular milk, tap water and standard coffee and tea are free of charge.

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Only Norwegian offers the freedom and flexibility of Freestyle Dining, which means no fixed dining times or pre-assigned seating. So follow your mood, not a schedule.

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Can you eat anytime you want on a cruise? ›

In conclusion, depending on the cruise line and its dining options, you can choose between traditional dining with set times and assigned seating, or opt for flexible dining that allows you to eat whenever and wherever you want. Buffets and room service also provide additional flexibility for your dining needs.

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How many specialty dining meals do I get on NCL? ›

This benefit offers two dinners for two at a specialty restaurant for Platinum, Sapphire, Diamond, and Ambassador guests. Each stateroom will receive a voucher in their Welcome Back card on embarkation day for: Dinner for Two with a Bottle of Wine.

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Does NCL have assigned dining times? ›

Main Dining Room Policies: Guests can request to dine at the same assigned table at the same time for the length of the cruise, or they can enjoy the variety of dining at a different table every evening. Reservations are required when dining in NCL's specialty restaurants and can be made on board.

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What does free specialty dining mean on NCL? ›

The Specialty Dining Package allows guests to dine at various for-fee restaurants on any NCL ship for a fixed price. If you booked your cruise during one of NCL's Free at Sea promotions, you might have received the Specialty Dining Package for free, but it's worth noting that a 20% service charge is still applicable.

How do you get free water on a cruise? ›

There are 24-hour complimentary beverage stations on the ship which offer water and ice, and water bottle refill stations on Deck 4 of each of the ships. I usually stop by a few times a day and fill up my bottle. You could always bring a few water bottles and then refill them once a day.

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Are most things complimentary on a cruise? ›

Food and beverages

As part of the cruise price, there is always complimentary food of many types and flavors. Drinks included are tap water, some juices and iced tea on most lines; everything else typically costs extra.

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Can you use Medicare on a cruise? ›

Original Medicare (Parts A & B) may cover medically necessary health care services on a cruise ship, if the ship you're on when you receive the care is in a U.S. port or no more than 6 hours away from one when you get the services. That means the ship can be in the water, but must be within six hours of a U.S. port.

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Does ncl free at sea include bottled water? ›

Certain exclusions apply: energy drinks, room service, mini-bar, freshly squeezed juices, premium coffee, bottled water, wine dispenser or vending machines.

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Is drinking water free on ncl? ›

Some drinks are included with the standard cruise fare. Water, lemonade, fruit juices, coffee, tea, regular and chocolate milk are all complimentary. For those who want a broader selection, drinks can be purchased individually, or guests can buy drink packages to avoid a large bill at the end of their vacation.

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What are you not allowed to bring on a NCL cruise? ›

Guests are not allowed to bring on board any intoxicating liquors/beverages, travel irons, firearms, weapons of any kind, ammunition, explosive substances or any goods of a dangerous nature, nor animals of any kind, except service or guide animals, provided the guest notifies Norwegian Cruise Line prior to the cruise ...

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Do all cruises come with free food? ›

While all cruises provide complimentary food, many also offer passengers the opportunity to dine at specialty restaurants. These can include steakhouses, Italian, Mexican and Mediterranean venues, hibachi grills and specialty ice cream shops.

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Can you eat for free on a cruise? ›

Your cruise fare always includes food for breakfast, lunch and dinner on a cruise ship. However, not all venues that offer food will be free. The main dining room and cruise ship buffet will always be included in your cruise fare, though a few specialty items might cost extra.

Who offers freestyle cruising? ›

Imagine cruising just the way you want it: with no schedule to follow but your own. That is what Norwegian's Freestyle Cruising provides for all our ships and itineraries. Indulge your taste buds at one of our wide-ranging dining options, or perhaps you would prefer a dinner and a show combination?

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What is the difference between my time dining and main dining on Royal Caribbean? ›

Unlike traditional dining — where a dining time is assigned to you — guests who opt for My Time Dining can eat in the Main Dining Room anytime they like during dinner hours, according to availability. Reservations are strongly recommended. My Time Dining uses the same menu as traditional seating.

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Norwegian Aqua - Deck Plans, Details, Dining, Itineraries, & More - Full NCL Ship Guide — Freestyle Travelers (2024)

Size and Structure

Norwegian Aqua Deck Plans

Norwegian Aqua Staterooms:

Itineraries

FAQs

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Are most things complimentary on a cruise? ›

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