Carnival Dream itinerary map for January 2, 2027 (14 nights)
Carnival Dream itinerary map for January 2, 2027 (14 nights)
14 nights · 7 ports
Round-trip · Galveston, Texas
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Carnival Dream
January 2, 2027

14-Night Carnival Journeys: Southern Caribbean aboard Carnival Dream · Departing January 2, 2027 from the Port of Galveston, Texas.

Interior from$985/ guest · taxes & fees incl.
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This 14-night cruise aboard the Dream departs from Galveston, Texas on Saturday, January 2, 2027 and returns on Saturday, Jan 16th. January weather across this route averages 82°/60°F. Cabins are currently tracked from $985.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.8 out of 10, averaged across 7 ports. Suite cabins dropped $109 on May 21.

Cruise Length
14
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Galveston
Texas
Port Stops
7
Sea Days
7

Cruise Price - Carnival Dream January 2, 2027

Carnival Dream · January 2, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Dream cruise ship departing January 2, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $985 ($71 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,245 ($89 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 21%.

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Inside
$985
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Oceanview
$1,495
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Balcony
$1,965
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Suite
$5,035

Price History – Carnival Dream January 2, 2027

inside cabin
Carnival Dream
January 2, 2027
$985
21% vs avg: $1,245

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 14 Night Carnival Journeys: Southern Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip)

Carnival Dream · January 2, 2027

The Carnival Dream sails on January 2, 2027 for a 14 Night Carnival Journeys: Southern Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Galveston, Texas at 3:30 PM and will return to the port of Galveston, Texas on Jan 16th at 7:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the Carnival Dream will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 7 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

14 Night Carnival Journeys: Southern Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip)

  • JAN02
    Galveston, Texas
    Galveston, Texas
    A: — - D: 3:30 PM
  • JAN03
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN04
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN05
    Ocho Rios, Jamaica
    Ocho Rios, Jamaica
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN06
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN07
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN08
    Bridgetown, Barbados
    Bridgetown, Barbados
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN09
    Castries, St. Lucia
    Castries, St. Lucia
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN10
    Basseterre, St. Kitts
    Basseterre, St. Kitts
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN11
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    San Juan, Puerto Rico
    A: 6:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN12
    Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
    Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • JAN13
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN14
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN15
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN16
    Galveston, Texas
    Galveston, Texas
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Carnival Dream Cruise Ports

January 2, 2027 · 14 Night Carnival Journeys: Southern Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip)

Galveston, Texas — Day 1 of Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 cruise
Day 1•Saturday, Jan 2

Galveston, Texas

Arrival: —•Departure: 3:30 PM

Galveston, Texas, offers docking at Galveston Port. Travelers explore Moody Gardens and Historic Pleasure Pier. Excursions visit Houston’s Space Center. Local markets sell pecan pralines. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Victorian architecture and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes shrimp gumbo, a Texan favorite. Souvenirs, like cowboy crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Texan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Galveston’s coastal charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic beaches, making Galveston an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 2 at sea — Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 itinerary
Day 2•Sunday, Jan 3

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Dream — featuring The Crimson Restaurant, Waves Pool, Club Lounge & Photo Gallery.

Day 3 at sea — Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 itinerary
Day 3•Monday, Jan 4

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Dream — featuring The Crimson Restaurant, Waves Pool, Club Lounge & Photo Gallery.

Ocho Rios, Jamaica — Day 4 of Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 cruise
Day 4•Tuesday, Jan 5

Ocho Rios, Jamaica

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Ocho Rios, Jamaica, offers docking at Ocho Rios Port. Travelers explore Dunn’s River Falls and Mystic Mountain. Excursions include bobsledding and ziplining. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures waterfalls and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ackee and saltfish, a Jamaican favorite. Souvenirs, like reggae crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance waterfall climbs. Ocho Rios’ adventurous allure offers a vibrant Jamaican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and thrilling activities, making Ocho Rios an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 5 at sea — Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 itinerary
Day 5•Wednesday, Jan 6

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Dream — featuring The Crimson Restaurant, Waves Pool, Club Lounge & Photo Gallery.

Day 6 at sea — Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 itinerary
Day 6•Thursday, Jan 7

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Dream — featuring The Crimson Restaurant, Waves Pool, Club Lounge & Photo Gallery.

Bridgetown, Barbados — Day 7 of Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 cruise
Day 7•Friday, Jan 8

Bridgetown, Barbados

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Bridgetown, Barbados, offers docking at Bridgetown Port. Travelers explore Harrison’s Cave and Bathsheba Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Carlisle Bay. Local markets sell flying fish cutters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone caves and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cou-cou, a Bajan favorite. Souvenirs, like rum crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bajan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Bridgetown’s vibrant charm offers a lively Barbadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic beaches, making Bridgetown an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Castries, St. Lucia — Day 8 of Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 cruise
Day 8•Saturday, Jan 9

Castries, St. Lucia

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Castries, St. Lucia, offers docking at Castries Port. Travelers explore Pigeon Island and Sulphur Springs. Excursions include snorkeling at Anse Chastanet. Local markets sell green fig salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Piton peaks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes callaloo soup, a St. Lucian favorite. Souvenirs, like cocoa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Castries’ vibrant charm offers a lively St. Lucian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of volcanic landscapes and marine adventures, making Castries an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Basseterre, St. Kitts — Day 9 of Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 cruise
Day 9•Sunday, Jan 10

Basseterre, St. Kitts

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Basseterre, St. Kitts, offers docking at Port Zante. Travelers explore Brimstone Hill Fortress and Romney Manor. Excursions include snorkeling at Shitten Bay. Local markets sell johnnycakes. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes goat water, a St. Kitts favorite. Souvenirs, like batik crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Carib history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Basseterre’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO fortresses and scenic beaches, making Basseterre an engaging destination for exploration.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
San Juan, Puerto Rico — Day 10 of Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 cruise
Day 10•Monday, Jan 11

San Juan, Puerto Rico

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

San Juan, Puerto Rico, offers docking at Old San Juan Port. Travelers explore El Morro Fortress and Old San Juan’s colorful streets. Excursions visit El Yunque Rainforest. Local markets sell mofongo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con gandules, a Puerto Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like salsa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taíno history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. San Juan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and lush rainforests, making San Juan an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic — Day 11 of Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 cruise
Day 11•Tuesday, Jan 12

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic, offers docking at Amber Cove Port. Travelers explore Fort San Felipe and Amber Museum. Excursions include Damajagua Waterfalls. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like amber crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance waterfall hikes. Amber Cove’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and adventurous waterfalls, making Amber Cove an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 12 at sea — Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 itinerary
Day 12•Wednesday, Jan 13

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Dream — featuring The Crimson Restaurant, Waves Pool, Club Lounge & Photo Gallery.

Day 13 at sea — Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 itinerary
Day 13•Thursday, Jan 14

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Dream — featuring The Crimson Restaurant, Waves Pool, Club Lounge & Photo Gallery.

Day 14 at sea — Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 itinerary
Day 14•Friday, Jan 15

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Dream — featuring The Crimson Restaurant, Waves Pool, Club Lounge & Photo Gallery.

Galveston, Texas — Day 15 of Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 cruise
Day 15•Saturday, Jan 16

Galveston, Texas

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Galveston, Texas — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Carnival Dream - January 2, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Galveston, Texas

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January

Typical Weather

75°F

Average High

23°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.14in

Daily average

4.3 in monthly total

Carnival Dream Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

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Itinerary Safety Score

Based on comprehensive research of cruise port safety information, including recent crime reports, travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and specific port security concerns, we've created a "safety score" for each cruise port stop. The overall rating below represents a combined score for your specific cruise itinerary.

Itinerary Safety Rank
68 / 100
safer than 68% of all cruises
68
7
/ 10
Galveston, Texas
Galveston
Travelers should remain vigilant in certain areas of Galveston and stay informed about weather hazards to ensure a safe cruise experience.
6
/ 10
Ocho Rios, Jamaica
Ocho Rios
Travelers in Ocho Rios should stay in tourist zones and consider organized tours to minimize risks of petty crime and scams.
7
/ 10
Bridgetown, Barbados
Bridgetown
Travelers should stay vigilant in busy areas of Bridgetown, as petty crime and scams can occur, and secure personal belongings.
7
/ 10
Castries, St. Lucia
Castries
Castries is generally safe for tourists, but visitors should stay vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and protect belongings.
7
/ 10
Basseterre, St. Kitts
Basseterre
Basseterre is generally safe for cruise travelers, but it's wise to stay vigilant against petty theft and avoid poorly lit areas at night.
6
/ 10
San Juan, Puerto Rico
San Juan
Travelers in San Juan should stay in well-populated areas and remain aware of their surroundings to minimize risks of petty theft.
8
/ 10
Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic
Amber Cove
Amber Cove ensures safety within the port, but travelers should remain vigilant and cautious when exploring areas outside it.

Cruise Ship

Carnival Dream

⚓ Tonnage

130,000

vs avg 121,145

🛠️ Year Built

2,009

vs avg 2,009

📏 Length (ft)

1,004

vs avg 992

👥 Passenger Count

4,631

vs avg 4,158

The Dream has a construction date of 2009 and a total size of 130,000 gross tons. The ship measures 1,004 feet in length. Carnival Dream is included in Carnival’s Dream class. At full capacity, the Carnival Dream holds 4,631 passengers. That includes 3,264 cruise vacationers and 1,367 staff members. The Dream total number of staterooms is 1,822.

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Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 cruise?▾

The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $985 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

What's the weather like on the Carnival Dream January 2, 2027 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 14-night route, January averages 82°F highs and 60°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the January 2, 2027 Carnival Dream itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 6.8 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 7 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Carnival Dream sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Carnival Dream departs Galveston, Texas on Saturday, January 2, 2027 at 3:30 PM and returns on Saturday, Jan 16th, 2027 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 14 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Carnival Dream sailing on January 2, 2027?▾

Cruise director assignment for this sail date is not currently confirmed in our records.

Can I track price drops for this Carnival Dream itinerary?▾

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get an email when cabin prices drop for this exact sailing. We snapshot fares daily.

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Last Updated: May 21, 2026