Carnival Legend itinerary map for March 16, 2026
Carnival Legend
Carnival Legend
March 16, 2026
10 Night Panama Canal

Carnival Legend March 16, 2026

The Carnival Legend March 16, 2026 cruise departs from Galveston, Texas. On this 10 Night Panama Canal (Galveston Roundtrip) sailing, the Carnival Legend will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Monday, Mar 16th and returns on Thursday, Mar 26th, 2026.

Cruise Length
10
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Galveston
Texas
Port Stops
5
Sea Days
5

Cruise Price

Carnival Legend · March 16, 2026

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Average price: $1,213
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Cruise Itinerary Map

Carnival Legend · March 16, 2026

The Carnival Legend sails on March 16, 2026 for a 10 Night Panama Canal (Galveston Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Galveston, Texas at 4:00 PM and will return to the port of Galveston, Texas on Mar 26th at 8:00 AM. During the 11-day journey, the Carnival Legend will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 5 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

10 Night Panama Canal (Galveston Roundtrip)

  • MAR16
    Galveston, Texas
    Galveston, Texas
    A: — - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAR17
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR18
    Cozumel, Mexico
    Cozumel, Mexico
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAR19
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR20
    Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
    Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
    A: 10:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • MAR21
    Colon, Panama
    Colon, Panama
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:30 PM
  • MAR22
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR23
    Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
    Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • MAR24
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR25
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR26
    Galveston, Texas
    Galveston, Texas
    A: 8:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

March 16, 2026 · 10 Night Panama Canal (Galveston Roundtrip)

Galveston, Texas
Day 1Monday, Mar 16

Galveston, Texas

Arrival:Departure: 4:00 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. (126 words)

At Sea
Day 2Tuesday, Mar 17

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Cozumel, Mexico
Day 3Wednesday, Mar 18

Cozumel, Mexico

Arrival: 9:00 AMDeparture: 5:00 PM

Cozumel, Mexico, offers docking at Cozumel Port. Travelers explore Chankanaab Park and San Gervasio ruins. Excursions include snorkeling at Palancar Reef. Local markets sell tacos. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like Mayan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cozumel’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Cozumel an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

At Sea
Day 4Thursday, Mar 19

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
Day 5Friday, Mar 20

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica

Arrival: 10:00 AMDeparture: 7:00 PM

Puerto Limon, Costa Rica, offers docking at Puerto Limon Port. Travelers explore Tortuguero Canals and Veragua Rainforest. Excursions include sloth sanctuary tours. Local markets sell gallo pinto. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures jungle canals and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes casado, a Costa Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like coffee crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Bribri history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rainforest walks. Puerto Limon’s natural charm offers a vibrant Costa Rican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of wildlife and scenic canals, making Puerto Limon an engaging destination. (126 words)

Colon, Panama
Day 6Saturday, Mar 21

Colon, Panama

Arrival: 9:00 AMDeparture: 6:30 PM

Colón, Panama, offers docking at Colón Port. Travelers explore Gatun Locks and Fort San Lorenzo. Excursions include Emberá village tours. Local markets sell sancocho. The peak season, December to April, brings dry weather for coastal tours. Photography captures canal locks and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con pollo, a Panamanian favorite. Souvenirs, like molas, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kuna history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance jungle walks. Colón’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Panamanian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of canal engineering and indigenous heritage, making Colón an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

At Sea
Day 7Sunday, Mar 22

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
Day 8Monday, Mar 23

Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 5:00 PM

Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras, offers docking at Mahogany Bay Port. Travelers explore Carambola Gardens and West Bay Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Starfish Alley. Local markets sell baleadas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sopa de caracol, a Honduran favorite. Souvenirs, like mahogany crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Garifuna history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Mahogany Bay’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Honduran stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of lush gardens and marine adventures, making Mahogany Bay an engaging destination. (126 words)

At Sea
Day 9Tuesday, Mar 24

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

At Sea
Day 10Wednesday, Mar 25

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Galveston, Texas
Day 11Thursday, Mar 26

Galveston, Texas

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture:

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. (126 words)

Shore Excursions

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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
63 / 100
safer than 63% of all cruises
63
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.
7
/ 10
Cozumel, Mexico
Cozumel
Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.
6
/ 10
Puerto Limon, Costa Rica
Puerto Limon
Travelers to Puerto Limon should stay vigilant against petty theft and consider organized tours for a safer experience.
5
/ 10
Colon, Panama
Colon
Travelers in Colon, Panama, should stay vigilant against crime, avoid less populated areas, and consider organized tours for safety.
7
/ 10
Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
Mahogany Bay
Mahogany Bay offers a secure environment, but travelers should stay vigilant and stick to organized excursions due to crime outside the port.

Cruise Ship

Carnival Legend

⚓ Tonnage

88,500

vs avg 121,145

🛠️ Year Built

2,002

vs avg 2,009

📏 Length (ft)

963

vs avg 992

👥 Passenger Count

2,610

vs avg 4,158

The Legend has a construction date of 2002 and a total size of 88,500 gross tons. The ship measures 963 feet in length. Carnival Legend is included in Carnival’s Spirit class. At full capacity, the Carnival Legend holds 2,610 passengers. That includes 1,680 cruise vacationers and 930 staff members. The Legend total number of staterooms is 1,062.

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Cruise Director

On duty at sail date (March 16, 2026)

Adam Gilbert

Adam Gilbert

Country: UKStart: Jan 15, 2026End: Apr 29, 2026

Adam Gilbert is a Carnival Cruise Line cruise director and entertainer who shares cruise-life updates online. He has served as cruise director onboard Carnival Miracle and maintains public social pages for guests and fans.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Carnival Legend sailing on March 16, 2026?

This is a 10-night cruise itinerary departing from Galveston, Texas.

What ports does the Carnival Legend visit on the March 16, 2026 cruise?

This route includes galveston-texas, cozumel-mexico, puerto-limon-costa-rica, colon-panama, mahogany-bay-honduras.

How many sea days are included on this Carnival Legend March 16, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 5 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Carnival Legend sailing on March 16, 2026?

Adam Gilbert is scheduled as cruise director for this sailing.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

Can I track price drops for this Carnival Legend itinerary?

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get updates when cabin prices change for this sailing.