Carnival Luminosa - 1/25/2026
The January 25, 2026 cruise on the Carnival Luminosa departs from Brisbane, Australia. On this 7 Night Vanuatu & New Caledonia (Brisbane Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Luminosa sets sail on Sunday, Jan 25th and returns on Sunday, Feb 1st.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Luminosa cruise ship departing January 25, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $663 ($95 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $600 ($86 per night), this represents a recent increase of 10%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Carnival Luminosa - January 25, 2026 - 7 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jan 24th | Brisbane, Australia |
| 2 | Jan 25th | At Sea |
| 3 | Jan 27th | Noumea, New Caledonia |
| 4 | Jan 28th | Lifou Isle, New Caledonia |
| 5 | Jan 29th | Mystery Island, Vanuatu |
| 6 | Jan 29th | At Sea |
| 7 | Jan 30th | At Sea |
| 8 | Feb 1st | Brisbane, Australia |
The Carnival Luminosa sails on January 25, 2026 for a 7 Night Vanuatu & New Caledonia (Brisbane Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Brisbane, Australia at 2:00 PM and will return to the port of Brisbane, Australia on Feb 1st at 6:00 AM. During the 8-day journey, the Carnival Luminosa will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 3 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.
To check out the ship from top to bottom, click here for Carnival Luminosa Deck Plans.
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!
Nouméa, New Caledonia, offers docking at Nouméa Port. Travelers explore Place des Cocotiers and Tjibaou Cultural Centre. Excursions include snorkeling at Amédée Lighthouse. Local markets sell bougna. The peak season, September to March, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes poisson cru, a New Caledonian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Kanak history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Nouméa’s coastal charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural heritage and marine beauty, making Nouméa an engaging destination. (126 words)
Lifou Isle, New Caledonia, has docking at Easo Port. Travelers explore Jokin Cliffs and Notre-Dame de Lourdes. Excursions snorkel Jinek Bay’s reefs. Local markets sell vanilla. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather. Photography captures coral reefs and limestone cliffs. Dining onboard includes bougna, a Kanak dish. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Melanesian culture. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate. Snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration. Lifou’s pristine beauty offers a serene New Caledonian stop, blending marine life with island charm.
Mystery Island, Vanuatu, offers docking with tenders to shore. Travelers explore coral beaches and traditional villages. Excursions include snorkeling at coral reefs. Local markets sell laplap. The peak season, September to March, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes coconut crab, a Ni-Vanuatu favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Melanesian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Mystery Island’s tropical charm offers a vibrant Vanuatu stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches and marine adventures, making Mystery Island 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!
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)