September 6, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Seattle
From
$4,879
Price / day
$697
Norwegian Encore|Norwegian Escape
Norwegian Encore vs Norwegian Escape
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
4 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Norwegian Escape
$156 / day
$304 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Norwegian Encore
42.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Norwegian Encore vs Norwegian Escape: Quick Comparison
Norwegian Encore is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2019, it is 4 years newer than Norwegian Escape, which entered service in 2015. Norwegian Encore is approximately 2% larger by gross tonnage at 168,800 GT. Norwegian Escape also carries 250 more passengers. Norwegian Encore has upcoming sailings in Alaska, while Norwegian Escape has sailings in Canada & New England. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Norwegian Escape 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 Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2019Newer | 2015 |
| Gross Tonnage | 168,800 GT | 165,157 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,998 | 4,248 |
| Space per Passenger | 42.2 GT | 38.9 GT |
| Length | — | 325.9 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Norwegian Encore vs Norwegian Escape
Age
Norwegian Encore was built in 2019, making it 4 years newer than Norwegian Escape, which was built in 2015.
Size
At 168,800 GT, Norwegian Encore is approximately 2% larger by gross tonnage than Norwegian Escape at 165,157 GT.
Passenger capacity
Norwegian Escape carries up to 4,248 passengers compared with 3,998 aboard Norwegian Encore, a difference of 250 passengers.
Passenger space
Norwegian Encore offers more space per passenger: 42.2 GT per guest, compared with 38.9 aboard Norwegian Escape. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Norwegian Encore (Alaska) and Norwegian Escape (Canada & New England) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Norwegian Escape has the lower average starting price per day at $156 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 Escape
Canada & New England: Boston & Halifax
- Departure Port
- New York
- Region
- Canada & New England
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026New York
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026Sydney
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Halifax
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Portland, Maine
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Boston
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Newport
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026New York
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 Escape
September 5, 2026
7-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from New York
From
$1,059
Price / day
$151
September 12, 2026
7-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from New York
From
$1,129
Price / day
$161
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Norwegian Encore
Average
$460 / day
VS
Norwegian Escape
Average
$156 / day
Norwegian Escape has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$156/day vs $460/day
About $304 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 prefer the ship with the lower 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 Escape if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Canada & New England.
- Departing from New York 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 Escape: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Norwegian Encore
Built in 2019
4 years newer
Bigger
Norwegian Encore
168,800 GT
2% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Norwegian Escape
$156 / day
About $304 less per day
- Norwegian Encore is 4 years newer.
- Norwegian Encore is 2% larger by gross tonnage.
- Norwegian Escape carries 250 more passengers.
- Norwegian Encore offers more space per passenger (42.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Norwegian Encore or Norwegian Escape?
Norwegian Encore is newer. It was built in 2019, while Norwegian Escape was built in 2015, making Norwegian Encore 4 years newer.
Which is bigger, Norwegian Encore or Norwegian Escape?
Norwegian Encore is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 168,800 GT compared with Norwegian Escape at 165,157 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Norwegian Escape has a passenger capacity of approximately 4,248, compared with 3,998 for Norwegian Encore.
Which ship is more spacious, Norwegian Encore or Norwegian Escape?
Norwegian Encore has the higher passenger space ratio at 42.2 GT per passenger, versus 38.9 for Norwegian Escape. 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 Escape?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Norwegian Escape has the lower average starting price per day at $156 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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