8 Night South Pacific (Sydney Roundtrip)
Carnival Splendor
Carnival Splendor
January 26, 2026
8 Night South Pacific

Carnival Splendor - 1/26/2026

The January 26, 2026 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 Monday, Jan 26th and returns on Tuesday, Feb 3rd.

Cruise Length
8
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Sydney
Australia
Port Stops
4
Sea Days
4

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Carnival Splendor - January 26, 2026 - 8 Nights

DayDatePort
1Jan 25thSydney, Australia
2Jan 26thAt Sea
3Jan 27thAt Sea
4Jan 29thMare Isle, Loyalty Islands, New Caledonia
5Jan 30thLifou Isle, New Caledonia
6Jan 31stNoumea, New Caledonia
7Jan 31stAt Sea
8Feb 1stAt Sea
9Feb 3rdSydney, Australia

The Carnival Splendor sails on January 26, 2026 for a 8 Night South Pacific (Sydney Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Sydney, Australia at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Sydney, Australia on Feb 3rd 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 Size Infographic

Carnival Splendor

114 k
tonnage
952 ft
length
2008
year built
1,508
cabins
3,734
passengers
1,150
crew

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

Day1
JAN 262026
D:3:00 PM

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)

Day2
JAN 272026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day3
JAN 282026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day4
JAN 292026
A:8:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Mare Isle, Loyalty Islands, New Caledonia, offers docking at Tadine Port. Travelers explore Yejele Beach and natural aquarium pools. Excursions snorkel coral reefs and visit traditional Kanak villages. Local markets sell vanilla. The peak season, May to October, brings dry weather for water activities. Photography captures turquoise lagoons 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, while snorkeling gear enhances reef exploration. Mare Isle’s pristine beauty offers a serene New Caledonian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a blend of vibrant marine life, cultural traditions, and tranquil beaches, making Mare a perfect destination for those seeking an authentic Pacific island experience with stunning natural landscapes.

Day5
JAN 302026
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

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.

Day6
JAN 312026
A:7:00 AMD:4:00 PM

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)

Day7
FEB 12026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day8
FEB 22026
At Sea

Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!

Day9
FEB 32026
A:5:30 AM

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)