Carnival Splendor - 12/18/2025
The December 18, 2025 cruise on the Carnival Splendor departs from Sydney, Australia. On this 8 Night South Pacific (Sydney Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 4 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Splendor sets sail on Thursday, Dec 18th and returns on Friday, Dec 26th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Splendor cruise ship departing December 18, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,102 ($138 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $930 ($117 per night), this represents a recent increase of 18%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Carnival Splendor - December 18, 2025 - 8 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 17th | Sydney, Australia |
| 2 | Dec 18th | At Sea |
| 3 | Dec 19th | At Sea |
| 4 | Dec 21st | Noumea, New Caledonia |
| 5 | Dec 22nd | Mystery Island, Vanuatu |
| 6 | Dec 23rd | Lifou Isle, New Caledonia |
| 7 | Dec 23rd | At Sea |
| 8 | Dec 24th | At Sea |
| 9 | Dec 26th | Sydney, Australia |
The Carnival Splendor sails on December 18, 2025 for a 8 Night South Pacific (Sydney Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Sydney, Australia at 2:30 PM and will return to the port of Sydney, Australia on Dec 26th at 5:30 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Carnival Splendor will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.
Cruise Ship
Carnival Splendor
CARNIVAL SPLENDOR SIZE
The Splendor has a construction date of 2008 and a total size of 113,300 gross tons. The ship measures 952 feet (290 meters) in length. Carnival Splendor is included in Carnival’s Splendor Class. At full capacity, the Carnival Splendor holds 4,884 passengers. That includes 3,734 cruise vacationers and 1,150 staff members. The Splendor total number of staterooms is 1,508.
Carnival Splendor Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:113,300 GT
- Length:952 ft (290 m)
- Beam:116 ft (35 m)
- Draft:27 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2008
- Years Served:2008 - Present
- Capacity:3,734
- Crew Members:1,150
- Total on Board:4,884
- Total Staterooms:1,508
- Flagged Country:Malta
- Ship Cost:700 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Carnival Splendor 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 Splendor Deck Plans.
Cruise Ports
Sydney, Australia, offers docking at Circular Quay. Travelers explore Sydney Opera House and Bondi Beach. Excursions visit Blue Mountains. Local markets sell meat pies. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures iconic landmarks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes lamingtons, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like opal crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Aboriginal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Sydney’s urban charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic coasts, making Sydney 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!
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)
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)
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.
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!
Sydney, Australia, offers docking at Circular Quay. Travelers explore Sydney Opera House and Bondi Beach. Excursions visit Blue Mountains. Local markets sell meat pies. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures iconic landmarks and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes lamingtons, an Australian favorite. Souvenirs, like opal crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Aboriginal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Sydney’s urban charm offers a vibrant Australian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural landmarks and scenic coasts, making Sydney an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)