Carnival Radiance - 10/3/2026
The October 3, 2026 cruise on the Carnival Radiance departs from Long Beach (Los Angeles), California. On this 8 Night Mexican Riviera (Los Angeles Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Radiance sets sail on Saturday, Oct 3rd and returns on Sunday, Oct 11th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Radiance cruise ship departing October 3, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $616 ($77 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $752 ($95 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 18%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Carnival Radiance - October 3, 2026 - 8 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oct 3rd | Long Beach (Los Angeles), California |
| 2 | Oct 4th | At Sea |
| 3 | Oct 5th | At Sea |
| 4 | Oct 6th | Puerto Vallarta, Mexico |
| 5 | Oct 7th | Mazatlan, Mexico |
| 6 | Oct 8th | La Paz, Mexico |
| 7 | Oct 9th | Cabo San Lucas, Mexico |
| 8 | Oct 10th | At Sea |
| 9 | Oct 11th | Long Beach (Los Angeles), California |
The Carnival Radiance sails on October 3, 2026 for a 8 Night Mexican Riviera (Los Angeles Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Long Beach (Los Angeles), California at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Long Beach (Los Angeles), California on Oct 11th at 9:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Carnival Radiance will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 3 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
Based on my 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.
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!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, offers docking at Puerto Vallarta Port. Travelers explore Malecón and Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. Excursions include snorkeling at Los Arcos. Local markets sell pozole. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful boardwalks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes birria, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like huichol crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Jalisco history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Puerto Vallarta’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and marine adventures, making Puerto Vallarta an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Mazatlan, Mexico, offers docking at Mazatlan Port. Travelers explore Old Town and El Faro Lighthouse. Excursions include snorkeling at Deer Island. Local markets sell shrimp tacos. The peak season, November to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial plazas and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes aguachile, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like pottery crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Sinaloa history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Mazatlan’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic beaches, making Mazatlan an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
La Paz, Mexico, has docking at La Paz Port. Travelers explore Balandra Beach’s crystal waters. Excursions snorkel with sea lions at Los Islotes. Local markets sell damiana liqueur. The peak season, November to April, brings mild weather. Photography captures turquoise bays and desert landscapes. Dining onboard includes fish tacos, a Baja favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover marine ecosystems. Light clothing and sun protection suit the arid climate. Snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration. La Paz’s coastal beauty offers a vibrant Mexican stop, blending marine life with desert allure.
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!
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)