ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
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3:30 PM
Embarkation day. Carnival Splendor sails at 3:30 PM.
9 nights · 4 ports
Round-trip · Sydney, Australia
CarnivalCarnival Splendor
Carnival Splendor
December 29, 2025
9-Night South Pacific aboard Carnival Splendor · Departing December 29, 2025 from the Port of Sydney, Australia.
// AT A GLANCE
Carnival Splendor December 29, 2025 Cruise Overview
Carnival Splendor leaves Sydney, Australia on Monday, December 29, 2025 at 3:30 PM and returns Wednesday, January 7 at 6:30 AM: 9 nights with 3 ports of call (Noumea, Mystery Island and Lifou Isle) and 5 days at sea. Carnival Splendor sails this itinerary 4 times on the current schedule; the next departure after this one is April 18, 2028. December averages 86°F highs and 74°F lows across the ports on this route.
The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.8 out of 10 — Sydney (8.0), Noumea (7.4), Mystery Island (7.9), Lifou Isle (8.1). Suite cabins rose $261 on Oct 30.
// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE
Carnival Splendor December 29, 2025 Roll Call
7 SAVED THIS SAILING
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE
Carnival Splendor December 29, 2025 Price & Tracking
CARNIVAL SPLENDOR·DECEMBER 29, 2025
The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Splendor cruise ship departing December 29, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,259 ($140 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,115 ($124 per night), this represents a recent increase of 13%.
Carnival Splendor cruise departing December 29, 2025 — 9-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,259 ($140 per night). Average price: $1,115.
// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $1,282
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Carnival Splendor · December 29, 2025
$1,259
$140 per night · 9 nights
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2% below average
Avg $1,282 · You save $23
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// 03 · ITINERARY
9 Night South Pacific (Sydney Roundtrip) Cruise Map
Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 29, 2025
All 10 days of the Carnival Splendor December 29, 2025 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
9 Night South Pacific (Sydney Roundtrip) Port List
Carnival Splendor·December 29, 2025
Day 2 · Tuesday · Dec 30
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Splendor — featuring Pizzeria del Capitano, Seaside Theater, RedFrog Pub & Pixels.
Day 3 · Wednesday · Dec 31
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Splendor.
Day 7 · Sunday · Jan 4
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Splendor.
Day 8 · Monday · Jan 5
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Splendor.
Day 9 · Tuesday · Jan 6
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Splendor.
// 05 · WEATHER
9 Night South Pacific (Sydney Roundtrip) Weather Forecast
Carnival Splendor·December 29, 2025
// 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.
4 PORTS OF CALL·318 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(589)
$27.70
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)
$20.60
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)
$432.42
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)
$26.28
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(215)
$27.70
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)
$372.84
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)
$35.51
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)
$119.31
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.
SEE ALL SYDNEY EXCURSIONSPricing and availability are provided by the operator. Booking happens on their own site — Carnival Splendor sails December 29, 2025, and Gangwaze earns a commission at no extra cost to you.
AFFILIATEPER-CARD ATTRIBUTION
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE
Itinerary Safety Score
9 Night South Pacific (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 BREAKDOWN04 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
Noumea is generally safe for cruise travelers, but they should remain vigilant against petty theft and stay informed about local conditions.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Mystery Island in Vanuatu is a secure cruise destination where travelers should remain vigilant of their surroundings and environmental conditions.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Lifou Isle is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, though travelers should remain mindful of local customs to avoid petty theft.
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 · CRUISE DIRECTOR
Cruise Director
On duty at sail date·December 29, 2025
// 10 · FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for yourCarnival Splendor·December 29, 2025sailing
Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · OCT 10, 2026
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