ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
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3:30 PM
Embarkation day. Carnival Splendor sails at 3:30 PM.
10 nights · 5 ports
Round-trip · Sydney, Australia
CarnivalCarnival Splendor
Carnival Splendor
December 9, 2024
10-Night New Zealand - Carnival Journeys aboard Carnival Splendor · Departing December 9, 2024 from the Port of Sydney, Australia.
// AT A GLANCE
Carnival Splendor December 9, 2024 Cruise Overview
Carnival Splendor leaves Sydney, Australia on Monday, December 9, 2024 at 3:30 PM and returns Thursday, December 19 at 6:30 AM: 10 nights with 4 ports of call (Napier, Tauranga, Auckland and Bay Of Islands) and 5 days at sea. Carnival Splendor sails this itinerary 11 times on the current schedule; the next departure after this one is October 12, 2026. December averages 76°F highs and 51°F lows across the ports on this route.
The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.4 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports. Inside cabins dropped $11 on Dec 7.
// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE
Carnival Splendor December 9, 2024 Roll Call
7 SAVED THIS SAILING
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE
Carnival Splendor December 9, 2024 Price & Tracking
CARNIVAL SPLENDOR·DECEMBER 9, 2024
The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Splendor cruise ship departing December 9, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $845 ($85 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $706 ($71 per night), this represents a recent increase of 20%.
Carnival Splendor cruise departing December 9, 2024 — 10-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $845 ($85 per night). Average price: $706.
// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $702
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Carnival Splendor · December 9, 2024
$845
$85 per night · 10 nights
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20% above average
Avg $702
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// 03 · ITINERARY
10 Night New Zealand - Carnival Journeys (Sydney Roundtrip) Cruise Map
Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 9, 2024
All 11 days of the Carnival Splendor December 9, 2024 cruise, including 5 days at sea. Arrival and departure times are local to each port, and the cruise line can change them before sailing.
// 04 · PORTS
10 Night New Zealand - Carnival Journeys (Sydney Roundtrip) Port List
Carnival Splendor·December 9, 2024
Day 2 · Tuesday · Dec 10
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Splendor — featuring Pizzeria del Capitano, Seaside Theater, RedFrog Pub & Pixels.
Day 3 · Wednesday · Dec 11
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Splendor.
Day 4 · Thursday · Dec 12
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Splendor.
Day 9 · Tuesday · Dec 17
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Splendor.
Day 10 · Wednesday · Dec 18
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Splendor.
// 05 · WEATHER
10 Night New Zealand - Carnival Journeys (Sydney Roundtrip) Weather Forecast
Carnival Splendor·December 9, 2024
// YEAR-ROUND AT SYDNEY
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS
Most Popular Sydney Shore Excursions
Independent shore excursions in every port on this Carnival Splendor itinerary, booked directly with the operator who runs them. We flag the ones that guarantee you're back on board before the gangway lifts.
5 PORTS OF CALL·849 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST SYDNEY SHORE TOURSBest Sydney Shore ToursCURATED FROM 306 · NOT A SEARCH RESULT
OF 3063.6(590)
$27.72
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Ticket
What's new? Meet our newest member of our Penguin colony, the adorable King Penguin chick, Dunkin! Become a…
1.5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
4.1(544)
$20.62
Sydney Tower Eye Ticket
Located in the heart of Sydney, stretching up to 48 miles (80 kilometers), get the best views of Sydney’s…
1.5 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
5.0(373)
$432.87
Nature & Wildlife: Australia's Hidden Side, Private Tour
Embark on an epic journey with a real Australian from the bush! Say g'day to koalas and kangaroos, soak up…
12 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
4.3(246)
$26.30
Shuttle Transfer from Sydney City Hotel or Cruise Port to Sydney Airport
Take a Door to Door Shuttle from Sydney City Hotel or Cruise Ship Terminal at Circular Quay (Overseas…
30 TO 60 MINSBOOK ON VIATOR
4.2(216)
$27.72
WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo Ticket
Discover Australia’s incredible wildlife in the heart of Darling Harbour at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, home of the…
1 HOURBOOK ON VIATOR
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.9(211)
$373.22
Blue Mountains PRIVATE Day Tour with Wildlife Park (Min.3 )
A tour ONLY for your family or friends in our SUV just with our fully professional guide ( min. 3 people) to…
10 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
4.7(177)
$35.54
Sydney Shore Excursion: Sydney Opera House Walking Tour
Take a guided walking tour of Sydney Opera House while your cruise ship is in port to experience one of the…
1 HOURBOOK ON VIATOR
WORRY-FREE
EXCELLENT QUALITY
4.9(173)
$119.43
Story of Sydney Tour (mini coach)
Curtesy hotel pick up in modern mini coach, discover the intriguing Story of Sydney in only 4 hours. Told…
4 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
These are the eight most reviewed. Sydney has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.
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AFFILIATEPER-CARD ATTRIBUTION
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE
Itinerary Safety Score
10 Night New Zealand - Carnival Journeys (Sydney Roundtrip)
Based on 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.
// HOW WE SCORE
Four signals, weighted by recency.
Scores combine recent crime reports, government travel advisories, Global Peace Index rankings, and port-specific security incidents. Refreshed monthly.
8.0 – 10.0
Safe — Low-risk; standard precautions apply.
6.5 – 7.9
Moderate — Generally safe with normal vigilance.
5.0 – 6.4
Caution — Stay alert; avoid certain areas after dark.
0 – 4.9
High caution — Significant risk; book guided excursions.
REFRESHED MONTHLY
// PORT-BY-PORT BREAKDOWN05 PORTS
Travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in tourist areas and nightlife districts while enjoying the overall safety of Sydney.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Napier, New Zealand, offers travelers a safe experience with a low crime rate and well-maintained infrastructure for exploration.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Tauranga, New Zealand, offers a low-crime environment and well-developed facilities, ensuring a safe experience for cruise travelers.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Auckland offers a generally safe environment for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty crime in tourist areas.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
The Bay of Islands offers a safe environment for travelers with low crime rates, minimal commercial traffic, and sheltered anchorages.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP
Carnival Splendor Ship Overview
Specs & DetailsCARNIVAL
TONNAGE
113,300GT
6.5% BELOW AVG· vs avg 121,145 GT
YEAR BUILT
2008
1 YEAR OLDER· vs avg 2009
LENGTH
952ft
4.1% BELOW AVG· vs avg 992 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
3,734cruisers
10.2% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,158 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP
The Carnival Splendor has a construction date of 2008 and a total size of 113,300 gross tons. The ship measures 952 feet in length. Carnival Splendor is included in Carnival's Splendor class. At full capacity, the Splendor holds 3,734 passengers. That includes 2,584 cruise vacationers and 1,150 staff members. The Splendor total number of staterooms is 1,508.
// 09 · MORE CRUISES
More Carnival Splendor cruises
Hop to the previous or next sailing on this ship, or browse the full schedule.
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// 09 · FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for yourCarnival Splendor·December 9, 2024sailing
Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · OCT 11, 2026
