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Christmas and holiday cruises from New York

9 sailings from New York fall over Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Year in the period we track. A trip that covers both Christmas and New Year appears in both lists.

For each holiday we compare the average fare per night with the rest of the same month, so you can see how much the dates add.

Schedule last updated · 9 departures listed · Dates can change. Verify with the cruise line before booking.

Thanksgiving cruises: 3

Sailings that leave between November 20 and November 27. The lowest starting fare is $969 per person, for Norwegian Bliss on Sat, Nov 21, 2026. These sailings average $127 a night, against $102 for the rest of the month.

Christmas cruises: 6

Sailings that are at sea on December 25. The lowest starting fare is $1,699 per person, for Queen Mary 2 on Sat, Dec 19, 2026. These sailings average $141 a night, against $102 for the rest of the month.

New Year's cruises: 6

Sailings that are at sea on December 31 or January 1. The lowest starting fare is $1,699 per person, for Queen Mary 2 on Sat, Dec 19, 2026. These sailings average $141 a night, against $102 for the rest of the month.

Starting fares per person, for the cheapest cabin listed, with taxes and port fees included, checked . Fares change often, so check the current price before you book.

Holiday cruises from New York: questions

Is there a Thanksgiving cruise from New York?

Yes, 3 sailings from New York cover Thanksgiving, the first on Norwegian Bliss on Sat, Nov 21, 2026 for 8 nights. The tables below list them all.

Is there a Christmas cruise from New York?

Yes, 6 sailings from New York cover Christmas, the first on Queen Mary 2 on Sat, Dec 19, 2026 for 14 nights. The tables below list them all.

Is there a New Year's cruise from New York?

Yes, 6 sailings from New York cover New Year's, the first on Queen Mary 2 on Sat, Dec 19, 2026 for 14 nights. The tables below list them all.