Carnival Luminosa - 11/23/2025
The November 23, 2025 cruise on the Carnival Luminosa departs from Brisbane, Australia. On this 11 Night Carnival Journeys - Papua New Guinea (Brisbane Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Luminosa sets sail on Sunday, Nov 23rd and returns on Thursday, Dec 4th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Luminosa cruise ship departing November 23, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,101 ($101 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,088 ($99 per night), this represents a recent increase of 1%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Carnival Luminosa - November 23, 2025 - 11 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nov 22nd | Brisbane, Australia |
| 2 | Nov 23rd | At Sea |
| 3 | Nov 24th | At Sea |
| 4 | Nov 26th | Alotau, Papua New Guinea |
| 5 | Nov 27th | Conflict Islands, Papua New Guinea |
| 6 | Nov 27th | At Sea |
| 7 | Nov 29th | Rabaul, Papua New Guinea |
| 8 | Nov 30th | Kiriwina Island, Milne Bay Province, Papua New Guinea |
| 9 | Dec 1st | Conflict Islands, Papua New Guinea |
| 10 | Dec 1st | At Sea |
| 11 | Dec 2nd | At Sea |
| 12 | Dec 4th | Brisbane, Australia |
The Carnival Luminosa sails on November 23, 2025 for a 11 Night Carnival Journeys - Papua New Guinea (Brisbane Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Brisbane, Australia at 2:30 PM and will return to the port of Brisbane, Australia on Dec 4th at 7:00 AM. During the 12-day journey, the Carnival Luminosa will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 5 days at sea.
Cruise Ship
Carnival Luminosa
CARNIVAL LUMINOSA SIZE
The Luminosa has a construction date of 2009 and a total size of 92,720 gross tons. The ship measures 963 feet (294 meters) in length. Carnival Luminosa is included in Carnival’s Spirit Class. At full capacity, the Carnival Luminosa holds 3,876 passengers. That includes 2,826 cruise vacationers and 1,050 staff members. The Luminosa total number of staterooms is 1,128.
Carnival Luminosa Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:92,720 GT
- Length:963 ft (294 m)
- Beam:106 ft (32 m)
- Draft:26 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2009
- Years Served:2009 - Present
- Capacity:2,826
- Crew Members:1,050
- Total on Board:3,876
- Total Staterooms:1,128
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:550 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Carnival Luminosa age and stats vs all Carnival ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
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Cruise Ports
Brisbane, Australia, offers docking at Portside Wharf. Travelers explore South Bank and Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. Excursions visit Gold Coast beaches. Local markets sell lamingtons. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban rivers and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes barramundi, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like Aboriginal crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Yuggera history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Brisbane’s urban charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic rivers, making Brisbane an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Alotau, Papua New Guinea, docks at the harbor terminal, steps from the town center on Milne Bay. The city, population 10,000, features the Alotau International Cultural Show in September with 20 tribes' dances. Travelers visit the Battle of Milne Bay site, a WWII memorial with interpretive panels. Excursions to Wagawaga, 15 minutes east, include dugout canoe rides and village stays. The Laloki Market sells clay pots. Peak season June to October; taxis 5-10 PGK. Dining includes kaukau (sweet potato) at stalls. Souvenirs feature bilum bags.
Conflict Islands, Papua New Guinea, anchors offshore with zodiacs to uninhabited atolls. Travelers snorkel coral reefs with clownfish. Kayaking explores lagoons. Local markets on nearby islands sell tapa cloth. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season May to October; wet season limits access. Photography captures turquoise waters. Dining limited to ship. Souvenirs include shell necklaces.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Rabaul, Papua New Guinea, offers docking at Rabaul Port. Travelers explore Tavurvur Volcano and WWII tunnels. Excursions include snorkeling at Duke of York Islands. Local markets sell kaukau. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for volcanic tours. Photography captures ash landscapes and Bismarck Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes mumu, a PNG favorite. Souvenirs, like carved masks, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Melanesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance volcano hikes. Rabaul’s volcanic allure offers a vibrant PNG stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and WWII history, making Rabaul an engaging destination for exploring Papua New Guinea’s coastal heritage.
Kiriwina Island, Papua New Guinea, has no docking; ships anchor offshore with tenders to coral shores. Travelers explore Trobriand Islands’ cultural villages. Excursions visit yam festivals seasonally. Local markets sell carved wood. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather. Photography captures tribal art and turquoise seas. Dining onboard includes mumu, a local dish. Souvenirs, like shell necklaces, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Trobriand culture. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Comfortable shoes enhance village walks. Kiriwina’s vibrant traditions offer a unique Papua New Guinea stop, blending culture with island beauty.
Conflict Islands, Papua New Guinea, anchors offshore with zodiacs to uninhabited atolls. Travelers snorkel coral reefs with clownfish. Kayaking explores lagoons. Local markets on nearby islands sell tapa cloth. No facilities; provisions from ship. Peak season May to October; wet season limits access. Photography captures turquoise waters. Dining limited to ship. Souvenirs include shell necklaces.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Brisbane, Australia, offers docking at Portside Wharf. Travelers explore South Bank and Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. Excursions visit Gold Coast beaches. Local markets sell lamingtons. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban rivers and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes barramundi, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like Aboriginal crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Yuggera history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Brisbane’s urban charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic rivers, making Brisbane an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)