Carnival Freedom itinerary map for October 9, 2026 (8 nights)
Carnival Freedom cruise ship

Carnival Freedom — October 9, 20268-Night Mediterranean on Carnival

This 8-night cruise aboard the Freedom departs from Barcelona, Spain on Friday, October 9, 2026 and returns on Saturday, Oct 17th. October weather across this route averages 84°/44°F. Cabins are currently tracked from $1,104.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.7 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

Cruise Length
8
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Barcelona
Spain
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
2

Cruise Price - Carnival Freedom October 9, 2026

Carnival Freedom · October 9, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Freedom cruise ship departing October 9, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,104 ($138 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,030 ($129 per night), this represents a recent increase of 7%.

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Inside
$1,104
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Oceanview
$1,284
🌅
Balcony
$1,774
👑
Suite
$3,861

Price History – Carnival Freedom October 9, 2026

inside cabin
Carnival Freedom
October 9, 2026
$1,104
7% vs avg: $1,030

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 8 Night Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip)

Carnival Freedom · October 9, 2026

The Carnival Freedom sails on October 9, 2026 for a 8 Night Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 7:30 PM and will return to the port of Barcelona, Spain on Oct 17th at 6:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Carnival Freedom will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

8 Night Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip)

  • OCT09
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: — - D: 7:30 PM
  • OCT10
    Marseille (Provence), France
    Marseille (Provence), France
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • OCT11
    Livorno, Florence, Italy
    Livorno, Florence, Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • OCT12
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • OCT13
    Naples, Italy
    Naples, Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • OCT14
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT15
    Valletta, Malta
    Valletta, Malta
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • OCT16
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • OCT17
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

October 9, 2026 · 8 Night Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip)

Barcelona, Spain — Day 1 of Carnival Freedom October 9, 2026 cruise
Day 1•Friday, Oct 9

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: —•Departure: 7:30 PM

Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Marseille (Provence), France — Day 2 of Carnival Freedom October 9, 2026 cruise
Day 2•Saturday, Oct 10

Marseille (Provence), France

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Marseille (Provence), France, offers docking at Marseille Port. Travelers explore Notre-Dame de la Garde and Vieux-Port. Excursions visit Aix-en-Provence’s lavender fields. Local markets sell bouillabaisse. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures basilicas and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes ratatouille, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Provençal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Marseille’s cultural charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ports and scenic fields, making Marseille an engaging destination for exploration.

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Livorno, Florence, Italy — Day 3 of Carnival Freedom October 9, 2026 cruise
Day 3•Sunday, Oct 11

Livorno, Florence, Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Livorno, Florence, Italy, offers docking at Livorno Port with excursions to Florence. Travelers explore Florence’s Duomo and Uffizi Gallery. Excursions visit Pisa’s Leaning Tower. Local markets sell ribollita. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Renaissance art and Tuscan vistas. Dining onboard includes bistecca alla fiorentina, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like leather crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Medici history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Livorno’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic art and scenic hills, making Livorno an engaging destination.

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Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy — Day 4 of Carnival Freedom October 9, 2026 cruise
Day 4•Monday, Oct 12

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 8:00 PM

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy, offers docking at Civitavecchia Port with excursions to Rome. Travelers explore Colosseum and Pantheon. Excursions visit Vatican City’s Sistine Chapel. Local markets sell gelato. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes carbonara, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like Murano glass, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Civitavecchia’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making Civitavecchia an engaging destination.

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Naples, Italy — Day 5 of Carnival Freedom October 9, 2026 cruise
Day 5•Tuesday, Oct 13

Naples, Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Naples, Italy, offers docking at Naples Port. Travelers explore Pompeii ruins and Royal Palace. Excursions visit Capri’s Blue Grotto. Local markets sell margherita pizza. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes spaghetti alle vongole, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like cameo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Naples’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic islands, making Naples an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 6 at sea — Carnival Freedom October 9, 2026 itinerary
Day 6•Wednesday, Oct 14

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Freedom — featuring Sun King Steakhouse, Monticello Library, RedFrog Pub & Pixels.

Valletta, Malta — Day 7 of Carnival Freedom October 9, 2026 cruise
Day 7•Thursday, Oct 15

Valletta, Malta

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Valletta, Malta, offers docking at Valletta Port. Travelers explore St. John’s Co-Cathedral and Upper Barrakka Gardens. Excursions visit Mdina’s medieval walls. Local markets sell pastizzi. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Baroque architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes rabbit stew, a Maltese favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Knights of Malta history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Valletta’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Maltese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO landmarks and scenic harbors, making Valletta an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 8 at sea — Carnival Freedom October 9, 2026 itinerary
Day 8•Friday, Oct 16

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Freedom — featuring Sun King Steakhouse, Monticello Library, RedFrog Pub & Pixels.

Barcelona, Spain — Day 9 of Carnival Freedom October 9, 2026 cruise
Day 9•Saturday, Oct 17

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Barcelona, Spain — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Carnival Freedom - October 9, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Barcelona, Spain

⛅

October

Typical Weather

88°F

Average High

37°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.09in

Daily average

2.8 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

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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
67 / 100
safer than 67% of all cruises
67
7
/ 10
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona
Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.
6
/ 10
Marseille (Provence), France
Marseille
Travelers in Marseille should stay vigilant in certain neighborhoods due to higher crime rates and secure their belongings in crowded areas.
7
/ 10
Livorno, Florence, Italy
Livorno
Travelers should remain vigilant against pickpocketing and bag snatching in crowded areas while enjoying the attractions in Livorno and Florence.
7
/ 10
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Civitavecchia
Civitavecchia is generally safe, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft and scams in crowded areas and near attractions.
6
/ 10
Naples, Italy
Naples
Travelers in Naples should stay vigilant against petty crime and be cautious of traffic while exploring the city.
8
/ 10
Valletta, Malta
Valletta
Valletta is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas while enjoying the sights.

Cruise Ship

Carnival Freedom

⚓ Tonnage

110,000

vs avg 121,145

🛠️ Year Built

2,007

vs avg 2,009

📏 Length (ft)

952

vs avg 992

👥 Passenger Count

3,754

vs avg 4,158

The Freedom has a construction date of 2007 and a total size of 110,000 gross tons. The ship measures 952 feet in length. Carnival Freedom is included in Carnival’s Conquest class. At full capacity, the Carnival Freedom holds 3,754 passengers. That includes 2,604 cruise vacationers and 1,150 staff members. The Freedom total number of staterooms is 1,489.

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Cruise Director

On duty at sail date (October 9, 2026)

Frankie Portera — cruise director for the Carnival Freedom sailing on October 9, 2026

Frankie Portera

Country: N/A•Start: Oct 4, 2026•End: Nov 7, 2026

Frankie Portera is a Carnival Cruise Line cruise director recognized for his energetic hosting, humor, and strong crowd interaction.

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Carnival Freedom October 9, 2026 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Carnival Freedom October 9, 2026 cruise?▾

The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $1,104 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 Freedom October 9, 2026 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 8-night route, October averages 84°F highs and 44°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the October 9, 2026 Carnival Freedom itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 6.7 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 6 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 Freedom sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Carnival Freedom departs Barcelona, Spain on Friday, October 9, 2026 at 7:30 PM and returns on Saturday, Oct 17th, 2026 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 8 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Carnival Freedom sailing on October 9, 2026?▾

Frankie Portera is scheduled as cruise director for this sailing. See the Cruise Director section above for their bio.

Can I track price drops for this Carnival Freedom 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 18, 2026