Carnival Splendor itinerary map for March 23, 2026 (10 nights)
Carnival Splendor cruise ship

Carnival Splendor — March 23, 202610-Night New Zealand - Carnival Journeys on Carnival

This 10-night cruise aboard the Splendor departs from Sydney, Australia on Monday, March 23, 2026 and returns on Thursday, Apr 2nd. March weather across this route averages 83°/53°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.4 out of 10, averaged across 5 ports. Balcony cabins dropped $256 on Mar 22.

Cruise Length
10
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Sydney
Australia
Port Stops
5
Sea Days
5

Cruise Price - Carnival Splendor March 23, 2026

Carnival Splendor · March 23, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Splendor cruise ship departing March 23, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,004 ($101 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $926 ($93 per night), this represents a recent increase of 8%.

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Inside
$1,004
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Oceanview
$1,236
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Balcony
$1,720
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Suite
$2,331

Price History – Carnival Splendor March 23, 2026

inside cabin
Carnival Splendor
March 23, 2026
$1,004
8% vs avg: $926

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 10 Night New Zealand - Carnival Journeys (Sydney Roundtrip)

Carnival Splendor · March 23, 2026

The Carnival Splendor sails on March 23, 2026 for a 10 Night New Zealand - Carnival Journeys (Sydney Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Sydney, Australia at 4:30 PM and will return to the port of Sydney, Australia on Apr 2nd at 6:30 AM. During the 11-day journey, the Carnival Splendor will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 5 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

10 Night New Zealand - Carnival Journeys (Sydney Roundtrip)

  • MAR23
    Sydney, Australia
    Sydney, Australia
    A: — - D: 4:30 PM
  • MAR24
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR25
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR26
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAR27
    Napier, New Zealand
    Napier, New Zealand
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • MAR28
    Tauranga, New Zealand
    Tauranga, New Zealand
    A: 10:15 AM - D: 9:30 PM
  • MAR29
    Auckland, New Zealand
    Auckland, New Zealand
    A: 8:15 AM - D: 6:30 PM
  • MAR30
    Bay Of Islands, New Zealand
    Bay Of Islands, New Zealand
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAR31
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR01
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR02
    Sydney, Australia
    Sydney, Australia
    A: 6:30 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

March 23, 2026 · 10 Night New Zealand - Carnival Journeys (Sydney Roundtrip)

Sydney, Australia — Day 1 of Carnival Splendor March 23, 2026 cruise
Day 1•Monday, Mar 23

Sydney, Australia

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:30 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.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 2 at sea — Carnival Splendor March 23, 2026 itinerary
Day 2•Tuesday, Mar 24

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Splendor — featuring Pizzeria del Capitano, Seaside Theater, RedFrog Pub & Pixels.

Day 3 at sea — Carnival Splendor March 23, 2026 itinerary
Day 3•Wednesday, Mar 25

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Splendor — featuring Pizzeria del Capitano, Seaside Theater, RedFrog Pub & Pixels.

Day 4 at sea — Carnival Splendor March 23, 2026 itinerary
Day 4•Thursday, Mar 26

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Splendor — featuring Pizzeria del Capitano, Seaside Theater, RedFrog Pub & Pixels.

Napier, New Zealand — Day 5 of Carnival Splendor March 23, 2026 cruise
Day 5•Friday, Mar 27

Napier, New Zealand

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

Napier, New Zealand, offers docking at Napier Port. Travelers explore Art Deco District and Hawke’s Bay wineries. Excursions visit Cape Kidnappers’ gannets. Local markets sell pavlova. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Art Deco buildings and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like Maori crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Ngāti Kahungunu history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Napier’s cultural charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of architectural heritage and scenic vineyards, making Napier an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Tauranga, New Zealand — Day 6 of Carnival Splendor March 23, 2026 cruise
Day 6•Saturday, Mar 28

Tauranga, New Zealand

Arrival: 10:15 AM•Departure: 9:30 PM

Tauranga, New Zealand, offers docking at Tauranga Port. Travelers explore Mount Maunganui and Rotorua’s geothermal sites. Excursions include Maori cultural tours. Local markets sell pavlova. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures geysers and Bay of Plenty vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like jade crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Maori history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance geothermal hikes. Tauranga’s cultural charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and indigenous heritage, making Tauranga an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Auckland, New Zealand — Day 7 of Carnival Splendor March 23, 2026 cruise
Day 7•Sunday, Mar 29

Auckland, New Zealand

Arrival: 8:15 AM•Departure: 6:30 PM

Auckland, New Zealand, offers docking at Auckland Port. Travelers explore Sky Tower and Waiheke Island. Excursions include Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Local markets sell pavlova. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures urban harbors and Hauraki Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes lamb, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like Maori crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Maori history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Auckland’s urban charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modern landmarks and scenic islands, making Auckland an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Bay Of Islands, New Zealand — Day 8 of Carnival Splendor March 23, 2026 cruise
Day 8•Monday, Mar 30

Bay Of Islands, New Zealand

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 4:00 PM

Bay of Islands, New Zealand, offers docking at Waitangi Port. Travelers explore Waitangi Treaty Grounds and Paihia. Excursions include dolphin-watching tours. Local markets sell hāngī. The peak season, December to February, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic sites and Pacific vistas. Dining onboard includes kumara, a Kiwi favorite. Souvenirs, like paua crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Maori history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the temperate climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Bay of Islands’ coastal charm offers a vibrant New Zealand stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of cultural heritage and marine adventures, making Bay of Islands an engaging destination.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link
Day 9 at sea — Carnival Splendor March 23, 2026 itinerary
Day 9•Tuesday, Mar 31

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Splendor — featuring Pizzeria del Capitano, Seaside Theater, RedFrog Pub & Pixels.

Day 10 at sea — Carnival Splendor March 23, 2026 itinerary
Day 10•Wednesday, Apr 1

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Splendor — featuring Pizzeria del Capitano, Seaside Theater, RedFrog Pub & Pixels.

Sydney, Australia — Day 11 of Carnival Splendor March 23, 2026 cruise
Day 11•Thursday, Apr 2

Sydney, Australia

Arrival: 6:30 AM•Departure: —

Returning to Sydney, Australia — see Day 1 above for port info.

Port Info LinkPort Excursions Link

Weather Forecast

Carnival Splendor - March 23, 2026 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Sydney, Australia

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March

Typical Weather

91°F

Average High

56°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.13in

Daily average

4.1 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

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Itinerary Safety Score

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.

Itinerary Safety Rank
84 / 100
safer than 84% of all cruises
84
8
/ 10
Sydney, Australia
Sydney
Travelers should remain vigilant against petty theft in tourist areas and nightlife districts while enjoying the overall safety of Sydney.
9
/ 10
Napier, New Zealand
Napier
Napier, New Zealand, offers travelers a safe experience with a low crime rate and well-maintained infrastructure for exploration.
9
/ 10
Tauranga, New Zealand
Tauranga
Tauranga, New Zealand, offers a low-crime environment and well-developed facilities, ensuring a safe experience for cruise travelers.
8
/ 10
Auckland, New Zealand
Auckland
Auckland offers a generally safe environment for cruise travelers, but visitors should remain vigilant against petty crime in tourist areas.
9
/ 10
Bay Of Islands, New Zealand
Bay Of Islands
The Bay of Islands offers a safe environment for travelers with low crime rates, minimal commercial traffic, and sheltered anchorages.

Cruise Ship

Carnival Splendor

⚓ Tonnage

113,300

vs avg 121,145

🛠️ Year Built

2,008

vs avg 2,009

📏 Length (ft)

952

vs avg 992

👥 Passenger Count

3,734

vs avg 4,158

The 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 Carnival 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.

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Carnival Splendor March 23, 2026 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Carnival Splendor March 23, 2026 cruise?▾

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What's the weather like on the Carnival Splendor March 23, 2026 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 10-night route, March averages 83°F highs and 53°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the March 23, 2026 Carnival Splendor itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 8.4 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 5 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Carnival Splendor sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Carnival Splendor departs Sydney, Australia on Monday, March 23, 2026 at 4:30 PM and returns on Thursday, Apr 2nd, 2026 at 6:30 AM. Total duration: 10 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Carnival Splendor sailing on March 23, 2026?▾

Cruise director assignment for this sail date is not currently confirmed in our records.

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Last Updated: May 17, 2026