Carnival Legend itinerary map for August 9, 2026
Carnival Legend

11 Night Carnival Journeys Solar Eclipse: Spain Portugal & France on Carnival Carnival Legend

August 9, 2026

Carnival Legend August 9, 2026

The Carnival Legend August 9, 2026 cruise departs from Dover (london), England. On this 11 Night Carnival Journeys Solar Eclipse: Spain Portugal & France (Dover Roundtrip) sailing, the Carnival Legend will visit a total of 9 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Sunday, Aug 9th and returns on Thursday, Aug 20th, 2026.

Cruise Length
11
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Dover
England
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
2

Cruise Price

Carnival Legend · August 9, 2026

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Cruise Itinerary Map

Carnival Legend · August 9, 2026

The Carnival Legend sails on August 9, 2026 for a 11 Night Carnival Journeys Solar Eclipse: Spain Portugal & France (Dover Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Dover (london), England at 5:00 PM and will return to the port of Dover (london), England on Aug 20th at 5:00 AM. During the 12-day journey, the Carnival Legend will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

11 Night Carnival Journeys Solar Eclipse: Spain Portugal & France (Dover Roundtrip)

  • AUG09
    Dover (london), England
    Dover (london), England
    A: — - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG10
    Le Havre (Paris), France
    Le Havre (Paris), France
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • AUG11
    St. Peter Port, Guernsey, Channel Islands
    St. Peter Port, Guernsey, Channel Islands
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • AUG09
    View Eclipse At Sea
    View Eclipse At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG13
    Vigo, Spain
    Vigo, Spain
    A: 9:30 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • AUG14
    Lisbon, Portugal
    Lisbon, Portugal
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • AUG15
    Leixoes (oporto), Portugal
    Leixoes (oporto), Portugal
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • AUG16
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG17
    Le Verdon-Sur-Mer (bordeaux), France
    Le Verdon-Sur-Mer (bordeaux), France
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG18
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • AUG19
    Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium
    Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • AUG20
    Dover (london), England
    Dover (london), England
    A: 5:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

August 9, 2026 · 11 Night Carnival Journeys Solar Eclipse: Spain Portugal & France (Dover Roundtrip)

Dover (london), England
Day 1Sunday, Aug 9

Dover (london), England

Arrival:Departure: 5:00 PM

Dover (London), England, has docking at Dover Port. Travelers marvel at the iconic White Cliffs from the harbor. Excursions explore Canterbury Cathedral’s Gothic splendor. Local markets sell Kentish ales. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures chalk cliffs. Dining onboard includes fish and chips. Souvenirs, like Dover postcards, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover medieval history. Light layers suit coastal weather. Dover’s historic port offers a gateway to England’s heritage.

Le Havre (Paris), France
Day 2Monday, Aug 10

Le Havre (Paris), France

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 8:00 PM

Le Havre (Paris), France, offers docking at Le Havre Port with excursions to Paris. Travelers explore Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum. Excursions visit Normandy’s D-Day beaches. Local markets sell crêpes. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures Parisian landmarks and Seine vistas. Dining onboard includes coq au vin, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like beret crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light layers and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Le Havre’s urban gateway offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and historic beaches, making Le Havre an engaging destination.

St. Peter Port, Guernsey, Channel Islands
Day 3Tuesday, Aug 11

St. Peter Port, Guernsey, Channel Islands

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 4:00 PM

St. Peter Port, Guernsey, Channel Islands, offers docking at St. Peter Port with tenders to shore. Travelers explore Castle Cornet and Hauteville House. Excursions visit Sark Island. Local markets sell Guernsey gâche. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures harbor views and English Channel vistas. Dining onboard includes bean jar, a Guernsey favorite. Souvenirs, like wool crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance castle walks. St. Peter Port’s historic charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of maritime heritage and scenic islands, making Guernsey an engaging destination.

View Eclipse At Sea
Day 4Sunday, Aug 9

View Eclipse At Sea

Arrival:Departure:

View Eclipse at Sea offers scenic cruising without docking. Travelers observe a solar or lunar eclipse from the ship. No excursions or facilities exist; activities are ship-based. The peak season depends on eclipse dates, typically warm for open-sea viewing. Photography captures celestial events and ocean vistas. Dining onboard includes international dishes, reflecting the global journey. Souvenirs, like nautical crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover astronomical history. Light clothing or warm layers suit the variable climate, while binoculars enhance eclipse viewing. Eclipse viewing offers a unique maritime stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of celestial phenomena and open-sea relaxation, making Eclipse at Sea an engaging destination.

Vigo, Spain
Day 5Thursday, Aug 13

Vigo, Spain

Arrival: 9:30 AMDeparture: 6:00 PM

Vigo, Spain, offers docking at Vigo Port. Travelers explore Cíes Islands and Santa María Cathedral. Excursions visit Santiago de Compostela. Local markets sell pulpo a la gallega. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rugged islands and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes empanada gallega, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like scallop crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Galician history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance island walks. Vigo’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural islands and historic shrines, making Vigo an engaging destination for exploration.

Lisbon, Portugal
Day 6Friday, Aug 14

Lisbon, Portugal

Arrival: 9:00 AMDeparture: 6:00 PM

Lisbon, Portugal, offers docking at Lisbon Port. Travelers explore Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery. Excursions visit Sintra’s Pena Palace. Local markets sell pastéis de nata. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Manueline architecture and Tagus River vistas. Dining onboard includes bacalhau, a Portuguese favorite. Souvenirs, like azulejo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Age of Exploration history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Lisbon’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic rivers, making Lisbon an engaging destination.

Leixoes (oporto), Portugal
Day 7Saturday, Aug 15

Leixoes (oporto), Portugal

Arrival: 9:00 AMDeparture: 6:00 PM

Leixoes, Portugal, has docking at Leixoes Port with excursions to Oporto. Travelers explore Porto’s Ribeira district and Livraria Lello. Excursions visit Douro Valley vineyards. Local markets sell port wine. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather. Photography captures Douro River views and azulejo tiles. Dining onboard includes francesinha, a Porto dish. Souvenirs, like cork crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Portuguese history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Leixoes’ access to Porto offers a vibrant Portuguese stop, blending culture with riverfront charm.

At Sea
Day 8Sunday, Aug 16

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Le Verdon-Sur-Mer (bordeaux), France
Day 9Monday, Aug 17

Le Verdon-Sur-Mer (bordeaux), France

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 5:00 PM

Le Verdon-sur-Mer, France, has docking at Le Verdon Port with excursions to Bordeaux. Travelers explore Bordeaux’s wine museums and Place de la Bourse. Excursions visit Médoc vineyards. Local markets sell canelés. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures Gironde estuary and chateaux. Dining onboard includes entrecôte bordelaise, a French dish. Souvenirs, like wine bottles, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover wine history. Light layers suit the temperate climate. Comfortable shoes enhance vineyard tours. Le Verdon’s wine country access offers a serene French stop, blending culture with scenic beauty.

At Sea
Day 10Tuesday, Aug 18

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium
Day 11Wednesday, Aug 19

Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium

Arrival: 9:00 AMDeparture: 5:00 PM

Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium, offers docking at Zeebrugge Port with excursions to Bruges. Travelers explore Bruges’ Belfry and Markt Square. Excursions visit Ghent’s cathedral. Local markets sell waffles. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures medieval canals and North Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes moules-frites, a Belgian favorite. Souvenirs, like lace crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Flemish history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance cobblestone walks. Zeebrugge’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Belgian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic canals, making Zeebrugge an engaging destination.

Dover (london), England
Day 12Thursday, Aug 20

Dover (london), England

Arrival: 5:00 AMDeparture:

Dover (London), England, has docking at Dover Port. Travelers marvel at the iconic White Cliffs from the harbor. Excursions explore Canterbury Cathedral’s Gothic splendor. Local markets sell Kentish ales. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures chalk cliffs. Dining onboard includes fish and chips. Souvenirs, like Dover postcards, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover medieval history. Light layers suit coastal weather. Dover’s historic port offers a gateway to England’s heritage.

Weather Forecast

Carnival Legend - August 9, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Dover (london), England

August

Typical Weather

82°F

Average High

53°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.08in

Daily average

2.6 in monthly total

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.

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
81 / 100
safer than 81% of all cruises
81
8
/ 10
Dover (london), England
Dover
Dover is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, but travelers should stay vigilant in crowded areas to avoid petty theft.
7
/ 10
Le Havre (Paris), France
Le Havre
Le Havre is generally safe for tourists, but it's important to stay vigilant in less populated areas and crowded places to avoid theft.
9
/ 10
St. Peter Port, Guernsey, Channel Islands
St. Peter Port
St. Peter Port in Guernsey offers a secure environment for cruise travelers, featuring low crime rates and excellent safety measures.
10
/ 10
View Eclipse At Sea
Eclipse At Sea
Cruise travelers can enjoy a secure experience at View Eclipse At Sea by remaining onboard, ensuring safety while appreciating the scenery.
7
/ 10
Vigo, Spain
Vigo
Vigo is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should remain vigilant in crowded areas to prevent petty theft and pickpocketing.
8
/ 10
Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon
Travelers in Lisbon should stay vigilant in crowded areas and on public transport to avoid petty theft and keep belongings secure.
8
/ 10
Leixoes (oporto), Portugal
Leixoes
Leixões is a generally safe cruise port, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas and tourist spots.
9
/ 10
Le Verdon-Sur-Mer (bordeaux), France
Le Verdon
Le Verdon-sur-Mer is a safe cruise port with low crime rates, well-maintained areas, and a welcoming atmosphere for travelers.
9
/ 10
Zeebrugge (Bruges), Belgium
Zeebrugge
Zeebrugge is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas.

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 (August 9, 2026)

Simon London

Simon London

Country: N/AStart: May 15, 2026End: Nov 16, 2026

Simon London is a Carnival Cruise Line cruise director with a classic hosting style and a strong focus on guest communication and organization.

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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Carnival Legend sailing on August 9, 2026?

This is a 11-night cruise itinerary departing from Dover (london), England.

What ports does the Carnival Legend visit on the August 9, 2026 cruise?

This route includes dover-london-england, le-havre-france, st-peter-port-guernsey-channel-islands, view-eclipse-at-sea, vigo-spain, lisbon-portugal, leixoes-oporto-portugal, le-verdon-sur-mer-bordeaux-france, bruges-belgium.

How many sea days are included on this Carnival Legend August 9, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Carnival Legend sailing on August 9, 2026?

Simon London 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.

Last Updated: Apr 1, 2026