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Carnival Horizon itinerary map for September 28, 2024 (8 nights)
Carnival Horizon itinerary map for September 28, 2024 (8 nights)
8 nights · 5 ports
Round-trip · Miami, Florida
CarnivalCarnival Horizon

Carnival Horizon
September 28, 2024

8-Night Southern Caribbean aboard Carnival Horizon · Departing September 28, 2024 from the Port of Miami, Florida.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 8-night cruise aboard the Horizon departs from Miami, Florida on Saturday, September 28, 2024 and returns on Sunday, Oct 6th. September weather across this route averages 90°/77°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.4 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports. Inside cabins dropped $50 on Sep 16.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.4OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 74% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
8
night cruise
Sat → Sun
02
Miami
departure port
Florida
03
5
port stops
Caribbean
04
3
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS
01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓

The Carnival Horizon, operated by Carnival Cruise Line, sets sail on Saturday, September 28, 2024 from Miami, Florida for a 8-night Southern Caribbean cruise. This itinerary includes 5 unique port stops and 3 days at sea. September weather across the route averages 90°F highs and 77°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.4 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Fare tracking is available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite cabin categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Carnival Horizon sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Carnival Horizon September 28, 2024 Roll Call

7 SAVED THIS SAILING
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johnp55
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the_garcias
@the_garcias
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@stowaway_b
// 7 CRUISERS · LOCKED

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Carnival Horizon September 28, 2024 Price & Tracking

CARNIVAL HORIZON·SEPTEMBER 28, 2024

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Horizon cruise ship departing September 28, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $819 ($103 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $674 ($85 per night), this represents a recent increase of 22%.

Carnival Horizon cruise departing September 28, 2024 — 8-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $819 ($103 per night). Average price: $674.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $673
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Carnival Horizon · September 28, 2024
$819
$103 per night · 8 nights
↑
22% above average
Avg $673

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// 03 · ITINERARY

8 Night Southern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapSEPTEMBER 28, 2024
The Carnival Horizon sails on September 28, 2024 for a 8 Night Southern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip) (Miami Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Miami, Florida at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on Oct 6th at 8:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Carnival Horizon will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Carnival Horizon
SEPTEMBER 28, 2024
9 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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8 NIGHTS · 4 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · MIAMI
// 04 · PORTS

8 Night Southern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip) Port List

Carnival Horizon·September 28, 2024
Miami, Florida — Day 1 of Carnival Horizon September 28, 2024 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·SEP 28

Miami

Florida
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
4:00 PM

Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast.

SEPTEMBER FORECAST
81°F avg · Avg
Oranjestad, Aruba — Day 4 of Carnival Horizon September 28, 2024 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·OCT 1

Oranjestad

Aruba
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:00 AM
10:00 PM

Oranjestad, Aruba, offers docking at Oranjestad Port. Travelers explore Arikok National Park and California Lighthouse. Excursions include snorkeling at Baby Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures cacti landscapes and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes funchi, an Aruban favorite. Souvenirs, like aloe crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Arawak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Oranjestad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Aruban stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural parks and scenic beaches, making Oranjestad an engaging destination for exploration.

SEPTEMBER FORECAST
83°F avg · Avg
Willemstad, Curacao — Day 5 of Carnival Horizon September 28, 2024 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
WEDNESDAY·OCT 2

Willemstad

Curacao
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
3:00 PM

Willemstad, Curaçao, offers docking at Willemstad Port. Travelers explore Queen Emma Bridge and Punda’s colorful buildings. Excursions include snorkeling at Tugboat Beach. Local markets sell keshi yena. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Dutch architecture and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes stobá, a Curaçaoan favorite. Souvenirs, like blue curaçao crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Antillean history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Willemstad’s vibrant charm offers a lively Curaçaoan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of colonial heritage and marine adventures, making Willemstad an engaging destination for exploration.

SEPTEMBER FORECAST
83°F avg · Avg
La Romana, Dominican Republic — Day 6 of Carnival Horizon September 28, 2024 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
THURSDAY·OCT 3

La Romana

Dominican Republic
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
11:30 AM
6:00 PM

La Romana, Dominican Republic, offers docking at La Romana Port. Travelers explore Altos de Chavón and Saona Island. Excursions include snorkeling at Catalina Island. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial villages 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 reef exploration. La Romana’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural villages and scenic islands, making La Romana an engaging destination.

SEPTEMBER FORECAST
85°F avg · Avg
Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic — Day 7 of Carnival Horizon September 28, 2024 cruise
DAY
7
PORT 6
FRIDAY·OCT 4

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata)

Dominican Republic
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:00 AM
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.

SEPTEMBER FORECAST
83°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

8 Night Southern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Carnival Horizon·September 28, 2024
SEP FORECAST · MIAMI
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
81°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
89°
AVG LOW
74°
AVG RAINFALL
7.5"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT MIAMI
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
81°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Carnival Horizon September 28, 2024 Excursions

Carnival Horizon·September 28, 2024

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.

// BROWSE BY PORT
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this Carnival Horizon itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

8 Night Southern Caribbean (Miami Roundtrip)

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 AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 74% of all cruises
7.4/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.

Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.

8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN05 PORTS
01

Miami 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Travelers should remain vigilant and safeguard belongings in Miami, as certain neighborhoods may have higher crime rates, especially after dark.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Oranjestad 🌍

Aruba · Netherlands AntillesSAFE

Oranjestad is a safe cruise destination, but travelers should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Willemstad 🌍

Curacao · Netherlands AntillesSAFE

Willemstad is generally safe for tourists, but they should remain vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft and opportunistic crime.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

La Romana 🇩🇴

Dominican Republic · Dominican RepublicMODERATE

In La Romana, stay vigilant and take precautions in less populated areas to minimize crime risks while enjoying the attractions.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) 🇩🇴

Dominican Republic · Dominican RepublicMODERATE

Amber Cove ensures safety within the port, but travelers should remain vigilant and cautious when exploring areas outside it.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Carnival Horizon Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsCARNIVAL
Carnival Horizon
CARNIVAL · VISTA
CHRISTENED
2018
STATEROOMS
1,979
TONNAGE
133,500GT
10.2% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 121,145 GT
YEAR BUILT
2018
9 YEARS NEWER· vs avg 2009
LENGTH
1,055ft
6.3% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 992 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
4,977cruisers
19.7% ABOVE AVG· vs avg 4,158 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Carnival Horizon has a construction date of 2018 and a total size of 133,500 gross tons. The ship measures 1,055 feet in length. Carnival Horizon is included in Carnival's Vista class. At full capacity, the Horizon holds 4,977 passengers. That includes 3,527 cruise vacationers and 1,450 staff members. The Horizon total number of staterooms is 1,979.

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// 09 · MORE CRUISES

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// 09 · FAQ

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