the fun ships

Carnival cruises

Relaxed, lively ships at easy-to-reach departure ports. Pick a route, or tell us your dates and we'll find the sailing.

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  • Ship styleFun, casual ships
  • Best forGroups, friends, families
  • Sails fromMiami, Fort Lauderdale, Seattle
  • Popular inCaribbean, Bahamas, Alaska

Cruising without the dress code

Carnival keeps things easy: short sailings, friendly prices and a casual mood on board. It is a good first cruise, and a good reunion trip.

Pool deck on a Carnival ship

  • Short trips that fit a week off

    Many sailings run 3 to 7 nights, so you can get away without taking a month of leave.

  • Easy departure ports

    Ships leave from Miami, Fort Lauderdale and Seattle, all close to major airports. We can add flights to the booking.

  • Good for groups

    Friends, cousins, wedding parties: one booking, a mix of cabin types, and plenty to do for every age.

  • A fare that covers the basics

    Your cabin, main meals and entertainment are in the fare. We tell you what costs extra before you pay.

A day on a Carnival ship

From breakfast to the late show, most of it is already in your fare.

Included in your fare

  • Your cabin and onboard stay
  • Main dining room and buffet meals
  • Pools, shows and kids' clubs

Usually paid extra

  • Drinks and specialty restaurants
  • Shore excursions and spa treatments
  • Gratuities and Wi-Fi

Where Carnival sails

Four regions, three departure ports. Pick a region to see every sailing.

Dates and prices are shared on enquiry. Ask for dates and prices

Caribbean

Beach days, a new island each morning
RouteMiami → Cozumel → Grand Cayman → Jamaica
Length7 nights
Sails fromMiami
₹64,500per person, twin share

Bahamas

A short break with a private island day
RouteFort Lauderdale → Nassau → Half Moon Cay
Length4 nights
Sails fromFort Lauderdale
₹36,999per person, twin share

Alaska

Glaciers, wildlife and harbour towns
RouteSeattle → Juneau → Ketchikan → Victoria
Length7 nights
Sails fromSeattle
₹1,18,000per person, twin share

Short cruises

For when a full week is too much
RouteMiami → Key West → Nassau
Length3 to 5 nights
Sails fromMiamiFort Lauderdale
₹29,999per person, twin share
Departure portsMiamiFort LauderdaleSeattleVancouverAll departure ports
Other cruise linesRoyal CaribbeanNorwegianAll cruise lines

Good to know before you book

Is Carnival a good first cruise?

Yes. The ships are casual, sailings are short and prices are easy on the wallet. Our first-time cruiser guide covers the rest.

What is included in the fare?

Your cabin, main dining and onboard entertainment. Drinks, specialty restaurants, spa and shore trips usually cost extra. We list them before you confirm.

Can you add flights to my cruise?

Yes. See our cruise + flight packages, or mention it in the enquiry form.

Which documents and visas do I need?

It depends on your passport and the ports on your route. Check the documents & visas page, or apply through our visa section.

Ready when you are

Planning a Carnival cruise?

Share your dates and who's travelling. We'll come back with a sailing and a fare within a day.

First-time cruiser guide Cruise + flight packages Documents & visas