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

Carnival Legend - 8/30/2026

The August 30, 2026 cruise on the Carnival Legend departs from Dover (london), England. On this 12 Night Spain Portugal & France (Dover To Rome) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 9 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Legend sets sail on Sunday, Aug 30th and returns on Friday, Sep 11th.

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

Cruise Pricing

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Carnival Legend - August 30, 2026 - 12 Nights

DayDatePort
1Aug 30thDover (london), England
2Aug 31stLe Havre (Paris), France
3Sep 1stAt Sea
4Sep 2ndLe Verdon-Sur-Mer (bordeaux), France
5Sep 3rdBilbao, Spain
6Sep 4thLa Coruna, Spain
7Sep 5thLeixoes (oporto), Portugal
8Sep 6thLisbon, Portugal
9Sep 7thAt Sea
10Sep 8thMalaga, Spain
11Sep 9thAt Sea
12Sep 10thAt Sea
13Sep 11thCivitavecchia (Rome), Italy

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 Ship

Carnival Legend Size Infographic

Carnival Legend

89 k
tonnage
963 ft
length
2002
year built
1,062
cabins
2,610
passengers
930
crew

CARNIVAL LEGEND SIZE

The Legend has a construction date of 2002 and a total size of 88,500 gross tons. The ship measures 963 feet (294 meters) in length. Carnival Legend is included in Carnival’s Spirit Class. At full capacity, the Carnival Legend holds 3,540 passengers. That includes 2,610 cruise vacationers and 930 staff members. The Legend total number of staterooms is 1,062.

Carnival Legend Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:88,500 GT
  • Length:963 ft (294 m)
  • Beam:106 ft (32 m)
  • Draft:26 ft (8 m)
  • Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
  • Year Built:2002
  • Years Served:2002 - Present
  • Capacity:2,610
  • Crew Members:930
  • Total on Board:3,540
  • Total Staterooms:1,062
  • Flagged Country:Malta
  • Ship Cost:375 Million
  • Status:active

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Cruise Ports

Day1
AUG 302026
England, United Kingdom
D: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.

Day2
AUG 312026
France
A:7:00 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day3
SEP 12026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day4
SEP 22026
A:8:00 AMD: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.

Day5
SEP 32026
A:7:00 AMD: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.

Day6
SEP 42026
A:9:00 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day7
SEP 52026
Portugal
A:8:00 AMD: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.

Day8
SEP 62026
A:9:00 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day9
SEP 72026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day10
SEP 82026
A:8:00 AMD: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. (126 words)

Day11
SEP 92026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day12
SEP 102026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day13
SEP 112026
A:6:00 AM

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. (126 words)