September 6, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Seattle
From
$4,879
Price / day
$697
Norwegian Encore|Norwegian Breakaway
Norwegian Encore vs Norwegian Breakaway
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Norwegian Encore
Norwegian Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Norwegian Encore
Built in 2019
6 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Norwegian Breakaway
$109 / day
$351 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Norwegian Encore
42.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Norwegian Encore vs Norwegian Breakaway: Quick Comparison
Norwegian Encore is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2019, it is 6 years newer than Norwegian Breakaway, which entered service in 2013. Norwegian Encore is approximately 16% larger by gross tonnage at 168,800 GT. Norwegian Encore also carries 29 more passengers. Norwegian Encore has upcoming sailings in Alaska, while Norwegian Breakaway has sailings in Canada & New England. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Norwegian Breakaway has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | Norwegian Encore | Norwegian Breakaway |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2019Newer | 2013 |
| Gross Tonnage | 168,800 GT | 145,655 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,998 | 3,969 |
| Space per Passenger | 42.2 GT | 36.7 GT |
| Length | — | 325.64 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Norwegian Encore vs Norwegian Breakaway
Age
Norwegian Encore was built in 2019, making it 6 years newer than Norwegian Breakaway, which was built in 2013.
Size
At 168,800 GT, Norwegian Encore is approximately 16% larger by gross tonnage than Norwegian Breakaway at 145,655 GT.
Passenger capacity
Norwegian Encore carries up to 3,998 passengers compared with 3,969 aboard Norwegian Breakaway, a difference of 29 passengers.
Passenger space
Norwegian Encore offers more space per passenger: 42.2 GT per guest, compared with 36.7 aboard Norwegian Breakaway. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Norwegian Encore (Alaska) and Norwegian Breakaway (Canada & New England) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Norwegian Breakaway has the lower average starting price per day at $109 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Norwegian Encore
Alaska: Skagway, Juneau, Ketchikan & Victoria
- Departure Port
- Seattle
- Region
- Alaska
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Seattle
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026Juneau
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Skagway
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Ketchikan
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Victoria
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026Seattle
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Norwegian Breakaway
Canada & New England: Bar Harbor & Halifax
- Departure Port
- Boston
- Region
- Canada & New England
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Boston
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026Portland, Maine
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Bar Harbor
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Halifax
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Saint John
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026Boston
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Norwegian Encore
September 13, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Seattle
From
$1,559
Price / day
$223
Norwegian Breakaway
September 6, 2026
7-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from Boston
From
$689
Price / day
$98
September 13, 2026
7-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from Boston
From
$839
Price / day
$120
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Norwegian Encore
Average
$460 / day
VS
Norwegian Breakaway
Average
$109 / day
Norwegian Breakaway has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$109/day vs $460/day
About $351 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown and may not represent like-for-like itineraries.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Norwegian Encore if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in Alaska.
- Departing from Seattle works for your plans.
Choose Norwegian Breakaway if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Canada & New England.
- Departing from Boston works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Norwegian Encore.
Norwegian Encore vs Norwegian Breakaway: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Norwegian Encore
Built in 2019
6 years newer
Bigger
Norwegian Encore
168,800 GT
16% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Norwegian Breakaway
$109 / day
About $351 less per day
- Norwegian Encore is 6 years newer.
- Norwegian Encore is 16% larger by gross tonnage.
- Norwegian Encore carries 29 more passengers.
- Norwegian Encore offers more space per passenger (42.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Norwegian Encore or Norwegian Breakaway?
Norwegian Encore is newer. It was built in 2019, while Norwegian Breakaway was built in 2013, making Norwegian Encore 6 years newer.
Which is bigger, Norwegian Encore or Norwegian Breakaway?
Norwegian Encore is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 168,800 GT compared with Norwegian Breakaway at 145,655 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Norwegian Encore has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,998, compared with 3,969 for Norwegian Breakaway.
Which ship is more spacious, Norwegian Encore or Norwegian Breakaway?
Norwegian Encore has the higher passenger space ratio at 42.2 GT per passenger, versus 36.7 for Norwegian Breakaway. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Norwegian Encore or Norwegian Breakaway?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Norwegian Breakaway has the lower average starting price per day at $109 per day versus $460 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Norwegian Encore sail?
The upcoming Norwegian Encore sailings currently listed cover Alaska, departing from Seattle.
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