Carnival Legend itinerary map for August 30, 2026 (12 nights)
Carnival Legend cruise ship

Carnival Legend — August 30, 202612-Night Spain Portugal & France on Carnival

This 12-night cruise aboard the Legend departs from Dover (london), England on Sunday, August 30, 2026 and returns on Friday, Sep 11th. August weather across this route averages 93°/57°F. Cabins are currently tracked from $1,429.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.7 out of 10, averaged across 9 ports.

Cruise Length
12
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Dover
England
Port Stops
9
Sea Days
4

Cruise Price - Carnival Legend August 30, 2026

Carnival Legend · August 30, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Legend cruise ship departing August 30, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,219 ($102 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,417 ($119 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 14%.

🛏️
Inside
$1,219
🌊
Oceanview
$1,429
🌅
Balcony
$1,444
👑
Suite
$3,854

Price History – Carnival Legend August 30, 2026

inside cabin
Carnival Legend
August 30, 2026
$1,219
14% vs avg: $1,417

Prices change often and may differ at checkout. Click to see the latest available price.

🔔
Get Price Drop Updates

Get an email notification when the price of the Carnival Legend – August 30, 2026 drops below the current rate.

Never spam · Opt out anytime
Explore all Carnival Legend cruises

Cruise Itinerary Map - 12 Night Spain Portugal & France (Dover To Rome)

Carnival Legend · August 30, 2026

The Carnival Legend sails on August 30, 2026 for a 12 Night Spain Portugal & France (Dover To Rome). The ship will depart the port of Dover (london), England at 4:30 PM and will return to the port of Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy on Sep 11th at 6:00 AM. During the 13-day journey, the Carnival Legend will visit 8 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

12 Night Spain Portugal & France (Dover To Rome)

  • AUG30
    Dover (london), England
    Dover (london), England
    A: — - D: 4:30 PM
  • AUG31
    Le Havre (Paris), France
    Le Havre (Paris), France
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 8:00 PM
  • SEP01
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP02
    Le Verdon-Sur-Mer (bordeaux), France
    Le Verdon-Sur-Mer (bordeaux), France
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP03
    Bilbao, Spain
    Bilbao, Spain
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • SEP04
    La Coruna, Spain
    La Coruna, Spain
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • SEP05
    Leixoes (oporto), Portugal
    Leixoes (oporto), Portugal
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP06
    Lisbon, Portugal
    Lisbon, Portugal
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • SEP07
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP08
    Malaga, Spain
    Malaga, Spain
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • SEP09
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP10
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP11
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
Loading map...

Cruise Ports

August 30, 2026 · 12 Night Spain Portugal & France (Dover To Rome)

Dover (london), England — Day 1 of Carnival Legend August 30, 2026 cruise
Day 1•Sunday, Aug 30

Dover (london), England

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:30 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Le Havre (Paris), France — Day 2 of Carnival Legend August 30, 2026 cruise
Day 2•Monday, Aug 31

Le Havre (Paris), France

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 3 at sea — Carnival Legend August 30, 2026 itinerary
Day 3•Tuesday, Sep 1

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Legend — featuring Seafood Corner, Follies Main Lounge, Firebird Lounge & Pixels.

Le Verdon-Sur-Mer (bordeaux), France — Day 4 of Carnival Legend August 30, 2026 cruise
Day 4•Wednesday, Sep 2

Le Verdon-Sur-Mer (bordeaux), France

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Bilbao, Spain — Day 5 of Carnival Legend August 30, 2026 cruise
Day 5•Thursday, Sep 3

Bilbao, Spain

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Bilbao, Spain, docks at Getxo Port, 10 kilometers from downtown, with shuttles for 20-minute rides. The city, population 340,000, features the Guggenheim Museum with Frank Gehry’s titanium design. Travelers stroll Casco Viejo for pintxos bars. Excursions to San Sebastián, 1 hour east, explore La Concha Beach. Local markets sell Idiazabal cheese. Peak season June to September; taxis 10-15 EUR. Dining includes bacalao at old town taverns. Souvenirs feature Basque berets.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
La Coruna, Spain — Day 6 of Carnival Legend August 30, 2026 cruise
Day 6•Friday, Sep 4

La Coruna, Spain

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

La Coruña, Spain, offers docking at La Coruña Port. Travelers explore Tower of Hercules and María Pita Square. 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 Roman lighthouses 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 historic walks. La Coruña’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient landmarks and scenic coasts, making La Coruña an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Leixoes (oporto), Portugal — Day 7 of Carnival Legend August 30, 2026 cruise
Day 7•Saturday, Sep 5

Leixoes (oporto), Portugal

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Lisbon, Portugal — Day 8 of Carnival Legend August 30, 2026 cruise
Day 8•Sunday, Sep 6

Lisbon, Portugal

Arrival: 9:00 AM•Departure: 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 9 at sea — Carnival Legend August 30, 2026 itinerary
Day 9•Monday, Sep 7

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Legend — featuring Seafood Corner, Follies Main Lounge, Firebird Lounge & Pixels.

Malaga, Spain — Day 10 of Carnival Legend August 30, 2026 cruise
Day 10•Tuesday, Sep 8

Malaga, Spain

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 6:00 PM

Málaga, Spain, offers docking at Málaga Port. Travelers explore Alcazaba Fortress and Picasso Museum. Excursions visit Ronda’s deep gorges. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes paella, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Málaga’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic coasts, making Málaga an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Costa del Sol.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 11 at sea — Carnival Legend August 30, 2026 itinerary
Day 11•Wednesday, Sep 9

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Legend — featuring Seafood Corner, Follies Main Lounge, Firebird Lounge & Pixels.

Day 12 at sea — Carnival Legend August 30, 2026 itinerary
Day 12•Thursday, Sep 10

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Legend — featuring Seafood Corner, Follies Main Lounge, Firebird Lounge & Pixels.

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy — Day 13 of Carnival Legend August 30, 2026 cruise
Day 13•Friday, Sep 11

Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy

Arrival: 6:00 AM•Departure: —

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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Carnival Legend - August 30, 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.

See all Dover Shore Tours

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
77 / 100
safer than 77% of all cruises
77
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
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.
8
/ 10
Bilbao, Spain
Bilbao
Bilbao is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, though travelers should remain vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas.
8
/ 10
La Coruna, Spain
La Coruna
La Coruña, Spain, is a safe cruise port with a low crime rate, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in crowded areas.
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.
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.
7
/ 10
Malaga, Spain
Malaga
Travelers in Malaga should remain vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and popular attractions.
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.

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.

Click above for more Carnival Legend stats, tips, imagery, and more.

  • 📊Size comparison chart against other ships
  • 🍸Bars, restaurants, and venue highlights
  • 🛠️Renovation and dry-dock schedule
  • ❓FAQ's about Carnival Legend

Also of interest:

Carnival Legend Deck PlansCarnival Legend Cabin SearchCarnival Legend Health Score

Cruise Director

On duty at sail date (August 30, 2026)

Simon London — cruise director for the Carnival Legend sailing on August 30, 2026

Simon London

Country: N/A•Start: May 15, 2026•End: 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.

Simon London Full Profile

Other Carnival Legend Sailings

Same ship, different dates

← Previous sailing

Aug 20, 2026

10-Night 10 Night British Isles (Dover Roundtrip)

All sailings

Carnival Legend schedule

Full itinerary calendar

Next sailing →

Sep 11, 2026

9-Night 9 Night Greek Isles Turkey & Italy (Rome Roundtrip)

Carnival Legend August 30, 2026 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Carnival Legend August 30, 2026 cruise?▾

The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $1,429 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 Legend August 30, 2026 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 12-night route, August averages 93°F highs and 57°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the August 30, 2026 Carnival Legend itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 7.7 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 9 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 Legend sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Carnival Legend departs Dover (london), England on Sunday, August 30, 2026 at 4:30 PM and returns on Friday, Sep 11th, 2026 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 12 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Carnival Legend sailing on August 30, 2026?▾

Simon London 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 Legend 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.

Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.

Last Updated: May 18, 2026