Carnival Encounter
Cruise Schedule
2026–2028
Complete list of Carnival Encounter cruises with departure dates, itineraries, and cruise price tracking.
Browse the complete Carnival Encounter cruise schedule for 2026–2028, featuring 133 sailing dates across 11 itineraries to destinations including Airlie Beach, Vanuatu & New Caledonia, Great Barrier Reef and more. All departure dates are from Brisbane, Australia, with itinerary durations ranging from 3 to 14 nights. The average price across all upcoming Carnival Encounter sailings is currently $104 per passenger, per night for the inside cabin type.
Carnival Encounter Price Tracker
Cruise pricing trends across all upcoming sailings
The chart below tracks pricing for Carnival Encounter sailings by departure date. The solid line shows the actual price for each sailing, while the dashed line indicates the average. Use the filters to switch between cabin types and itinerary durations. Click any individual Carnival Encounter itinerary below to track the cost of that cruise.
Sailing Dates & Itineraries
Complete cruise schedule with departure dates
The list below represents all cruise options available on the Carnival Encounter. Select from the options below to view cruises by date or by itinerary. By Date shows a full list of all upcoming itineraries. By Itinerary displays the cruise route, with map, along with the available dates for that particular itinerary.
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Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about booking and tracking Carnival Encounter sailings.
How many cruises does Carnival Encounter have in 2026?
Carnival Encounter has 35 upcoming sailings scheduled in 2026, with itineraries ranging from 3 to 14 nights.
What is the Carnival Encounter cruise schedule for 2028?
In 2028, Carnival Encounter has 33 sailings on the schedule, departing from Brisbane, Australia. Browse the full list above to view all sailing dates and cabin pricing.
Where does Carnival Encounter depart from?
Carnival Encounter departs from Brisbane, Australia. All 133 upcoming itineraries on Carnival Encounter sail from this port.
What itineraries does Carnival Encounter offer?
Carnival Encounter offers 11 distinct itineraries to destinations including Airlie Beach, Vanuatu & New Caledonia, Great Barrier Reef, Getaway and more. Itinerary durations range from 3 to 14 nights.
What is the cheapest cruise on Carnival Encounter?
The lowest starting price for an upcoming Carnival Encounter cruise is $88 per night for an inside cabin. Prices vary by sailing date, cabin type, and availability.