Carnival Cruise Line Unveils Exciting 2026-27 Itineraries

Carnival Cruise Line Unveils New 2026/27 Cruises Across U.S. Coasts

Carnival Cruise Line has announced an exciting lineup of new sailings for the 2026/27 season. These sailings feature a wide range of itineraries departing from both the east and west coasts of the United States. These new cruises are available for booking today. They include popular destinations from Miami, Port Canaveral, and Norfolk. There are also adventurous journeys to Alaska and Mexico from San Francisco.

Fred Stein, Carnival’s Vice President of Deployment, highlighted some standout voyages. He said, “Carnival Luminosa will bring a new experience to our seasonal homeport of San Francisco. This will be for the 2026 Alaska season. These new sailings also introduce stellar additions to our Carnival Journeys program. They include transatlantic and transpacific cruises visiting some of the world’s most breathtaking destinations.”

Let’s take a closer look at the exciting new offerings for the upcoming seasons:

Carnival Luminosa’s Debut in San Francisco

In 2026, Carnival Luminosa will make its inaugural appearance in San Francisco. This will follow an epic 22-day Carnival Journeys cruise from Brisbane, Australia. This transpacific voyage will take travelers through the idyllic islands of Fiji, Tahiti, Moorea, and Honolulu.

From April 27 through September 10, 2026, the ship will offer a series of 10-day cruises to Alaska. Departures will be available on Mondays and Thursdays. These itineraries will visit breathtaking destinations like Juneau, Skagway, Ketchikan, and Prince Rupert. There will also be a scenic glacier cruising experience through Tracy Arm Fjord.

For those looking for a shorter adventure, Carnival Luminosa will also offer four-day Baja Mexico cruises. These cruises will depart between April 23 and August 27, 2026. They will include stops in Ensenada.

The season will conclude with an unforgettable 18-day transpacific cruise from San Francisco to Yokohama, Japan. This journey will include stops in Alaska and Japan’s Otaru and Kobe before reaching its final destination in Yokohama.

Carnival Horizon’s Exciting Sailings from Miami

Miami will continue to be a vibrant homeport for Carnival Horizon. It will embark on a 13-day transatlantic cruise from Barcelona to Miami on June 15, 2026. This special Carnival Journeys sailing will explore iconic European destinations like Alicante, Malaga, and Gibraltar. It will also include a visit to Carnival’s brand-new exclusive destination, Celebration Key, in The Bahamas.

From the summer of 2026 to spring of 2027, Carnival Horizon will offer a range of Caribbean cruises. These include six-day Western Caribbean itineraries with stops at Grand Cayman, Montego Bay, or Ocho Rios in Jamaica. There are also eight-day Southern Caribbean options with visits to Aruba, Curacao, and more.

Carnival Vista Cruises from Port Canaveral

Travelers departing from Port Canaveral on Carnival Vista will enjoy a variety of tropical itineraries. The ship will offer six-day cruises to Celebration Key, Half Moon Cay, and destinations like Grand Turk or Amber Cove. For those looking to venture further, eight-day cruises will visit the beautiful islands of St. Thomas, St. Maarten, San Juan, and Aruba.

Carnival Sunshine from Norfolk

Carnival Sunshine will bring diverse itineraries to the homeport of Norfolk in 2026/27. These itineraries will include four- to seven-day cruises to Bermuda. They will also feature five- to seven-day voyages to The Bahamas. These Bahamas itineraries include stops at Half Moon Cay. They also include Bimini, Nassau, and the newly revealed Celebration Key. Additionally, Grand Turk is on the itinerary.

For those seeking more variety, longer itineraries are available. An eight-day journey will explore the Eastern Caribbean. Other journeys will take cruisers to Canada. They will visit scenic ports like Halifax, Saint John, and Sydney. Additionally, a special nine-day Carnival Journeys cruise will sail to Amber Cove, San Juan, and St. Thomas.

Conclusion

Carnival Cruise Line’s new 2026/27 deployments offer something for every traveler. Options range from relaxing Baja Mexico getaways to once-in-a-lifetime transatlantic and transpacific adventures. Whether you’re dreaming of exploring the majestic glaciers of Alaska, the sun-soaked beaches of the Caribbean, or the exotic wonders of Japan. Carnival’s new itineraries provide endless opportunities for adventure.

Don’t miss your chance to book these thrilling voyages and be part of Carnival’s unforgettable 2026/27 season!