Carnival Radiance - 1/5/2026
The January 5, 2026 cruise on the Carnival Radiance departs from Long Beach (Los Angeles), California. On this 5 Night Mexican Riviera (Los Angeles Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 3 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Radiance sets sail on Monday, Jan 5th and returns on Saturday, Jan 10th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Radiance cruise ship departing January 5, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $259 ($52 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $345 ($70 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 25%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Carnival Radiance - January 5, 2026 - 5 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jan 4th | Long Beach (Los Angeles), California |
| 2 | Jan 5th | At Sea |
| 3 | Jan 7th | Cabo San Lucas, Mexico |
| 4 | Jan 7th | At Sea |
| 5 | Jan 9th | Ensenada, Mexico |
| 6 | Jan 10th | Long Beach (Los Angeles), California |
The Carnival Radiance sails on January 5, 2026 for a 5 Night Mexican Riviera (Los Angeles Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Long Beach (Los Angeles), California at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Long Beach (Los Angeles), California on Jan 10th at 7:00 AM. During the 6-day journey, the Carnival Radiance will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.
Cruise Ship
Carnival Radiance
CARNIVAL RADIANCE SIZE
The Radiance has a construction date of 2000 and a total size of 101,509 gross tons. The ship measures 893 feet (272 meters) in length. Carnival Radiance is included in Carnival’s Sunshine Class. At full capacity, the Carnival Radiance holds 4,981 passengers. That includes 3,873 cruise vacationers and 1,108 staff members. The Radiance total number of staterooms is 1,491.
Carnival Radiance Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:101,509 GT
- Length:893 ft (272 m)
- Beam:125 ft (38 m)
- Draft:27 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:24 mph (21 kn)
- Year Built:2000
- Years Served:2000 - Present
- Capacity:3,873
- Crew Members:1,108
- Total on Board:4,981
- Total Staterooms:1,491
- Flagged Country:Bahamas
- Ship Cost:410 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Carnival Radiance 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 Radiance Deck Plans.
Cruise Ports
Long Beach (Los Angeles), California, offers docking at Long Beach Port. Travelers explore Queen Mary and Aquarium of the Pacific. Excursions visit Hollywood’s Walk of Fame. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic ships and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes avocado toast, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like surf-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Chumash history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Long Beach’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of maritime history and scenic coasts, making Long Beach an engaging destination. (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!
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, offers docking at Cabo San Lucas Port. Travelers explore El Arco and Lover’s Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Santa Maria Cove. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures rock formations and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like silver crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Baja history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cabo San Lucas’ coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of iconic landmarks and marine adventures, making Cabo an engaging destination. (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!
Ensenada, Mexico, offers docking at Ensenada Port. Travelers explore La Bufadora and Riviera Cultural Center. Excursions include wine-tasting in Valle de Guadalupe. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures blowholes and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like pottery crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Baja history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance winery walks. Ensenada’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and wine culture, making Ensenada an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Long Beach (Los Angeles), California, offers docking at Long Beach Port. Travelers explore Queen Mary and Aquarium of the Pacific. Excursions visit Hollywood’s Walk of Fame. Local markets sell fish tacos. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic ships and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes avocado toast, a Californian favorite. Souvenirs, like surf-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Chumash history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Long Beach’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of maritime history and scenic coasts, making Long Beach an engaging destination. (126 words)