Bahamas & Bermuda Cruises
The easiest cruise escapes from the US East Coast: quick Bahamas getaways from Florida and Bermuda sailings from the Northeast.
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The Bahamas are only a few hours from South Florida, which makes them the home of the 3- and 4-night cruise. A typical short sailing calls at Nassau or Freeport and spends a day on a cruise line’s private island. They are ideal for a first cruise, a long weekend or a celebration with friends.
Bermuda is a different experience: a British Overseas Territory about 650 miles off North Carolina, with pink-sand beaches, pastel cottages and a very proper, very safe island atmosphere. Most Bermuda cruises sail from New York, Bayonne (Cape Liberty), Boston or Baltimore and spend two or three days docked at the Royal Naval Dockyard, so you have time to explore by ferry, bus or scooter.
At a Glance
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Season | Bahamas: year-round. Bermuda: mainly May through October. |
| Typical length | Bahamas: 3–5 nights. Bermuda: 5–7 nights round-trip from the Northeast. |
| Main homeports | Bahamas: Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Port Canaveral, Jacksonville, also Charleston and Baltimore. Bermuda: New York, Bayonne, Boston, Baltimore. |
| Good for | First cruises, long weekends, families, couples who want a relaxed island stay (Bermuda) |
Smart Traveler tips
- Private islands are a highlight: Royal Caribbean’s Perfect Day at CocoCay, Norwegian’s Great Stirrup Cay, MSC’s Ocean Cay, Disney’s Castaway Cay and Lookout Cay, and Carnival’s Celebration Key on Grand Bahama.
- Bermuda sailings that dock overnight give you evenings ashore — compare how many hours each itinerary spends in port.
- From the Northeast you can drive to the ship and skip airfare entirely.
Plan Your Bahamas & Bermuda Cruise
Flights
Flights to the Bahamas · Flights to Bermuda · Flights to Florida and Northeast ports. Plan to arrive at least a day before the ship sails.Pre-cruise hotels
Miami · Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) · Port Canaveral · New York · Bayonne (Cape Liberty) · Boston · Baltimore · CharlestonShore excursions
Bahamas and Caribbean shore excursionsBrowse Bahamas & Bermuda cruise lines, deals and specialists on the Official Cruise Directory: Bahamas cruises · Bermuda cruises.
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Bahamas & Bermuda Cruise FAQ
Is a 3-night Bahamas cruise worth it?
Yes, as a taste of cruising or a quick getaway. Expect one port (usually Nassau or Freeport) and often a private-island day. Fares are low, but drinks, Wi-Fi and gratuities add up, so compare the total cost.
How long do Bermuda cruises stay in port?
Most round-trip Bermuda cruises from the Northeast spend two to three days docked at the Royal Naval Dockyard, with about two days at sea each way.