Carnival Splendor itinerary map for May 30, 2026 (8 nights)
Carnival Splendor itinerary map for May 30, 2026 (8 nights)
8 nights · 4 ports
Round-trip · Sydney, Australia
CarnivalCarnival Splendor

Carnival Splendor
May 30, 2026

8-Night South Pacific aboard Carnival Splendor · Departing May 30, 2026 from the Port of Sydney, Australia.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 8-night cruise aboard the Splendor departs from Sydney, Australia on Saturday, May 30, 2026 and returns on Sunday, Jun 7th. May weather across this route averages 80°/62°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.8 out of 10 — Sydney (8.0), Lifou Isle (8.1), Mystery Island (7.9), Noumea (7.4).

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.8OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 78% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
8
night cruise
Sat → Sun
02
Sydney
departure port
Australia
03
4
port stops
Pacific
04
4
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE08 SECTIONS
03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09Cruise director↓10FAQ↓
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Carnival Splendor May 30, 2026 Price & Tracking

CARNIVAL SPLENDOR·MAY 30, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Splendor cruise ship departing May 30, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $757 ($95 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $595 ($75 per night), this represents a recent increase of 27%.

Carnival Splendor cruise departing May 30, 2026 — 8-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $757 ($95 per night). Average price: $595.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $602
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Carnival Splendor · May 30, 2026
$757
$95 per night · 8 nights
↑
26% above average
Avg $602

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// 03 · ITINERARY

8 Night South Pacific (Sydney Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapMAY 30, 2026
The Carnival Splendor sails on May 30, 2026 for a 8 Night South Pacific (Sydney Roundtrip) (Sydney Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Sydney, Australia at 3:30 PM and will return to the port of Sydney, Australia on Jun 7th at 6:30 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Carnival Splendor will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Carnival Splendor
MAY 30, 2026
9 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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8 NIGHTS · 3 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · SYDNEY
// 04 · PORTS

8 Night South Pacific (Sydney Roundtrip) Port List

Carnival Splendor·May 30, 2026
Sydney, Australia — Day 1 of Carnival Splendor May 30, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·MAY 30

Sydney

Australia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
3:30 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.

MAY FORECAST
64°F avg · Avg
Lifou Isle, New Caledonia — Day 4 of Carnival Splendor May 30, 2026 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·JUN 2

Lifou Isle

New Caledonia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:00 AM
5:00 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.

MAY FORECAST
74°F avg · Avg
Mystery Island, Vanuatu — Day 5 of Carnival Splendor May 30, 2026 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
WEDNESDAY·JUN 3

Mystery Island

Vanuatu
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 PM

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.

MAY FORECAST
75°F avg · Avg
Noumea, New Caledonia — Day 6 of Carnival Splendor May 30, 2026 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
THURSDAY·JUN 4

Noumea

New Caledonia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
5:00 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.

MAY FORECAST
73°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

8 Night South Pacific (Sydney Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Carnival Splendor·May 30, 2026
MAY FORECAST · SYDNEY
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
64°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
78°
AVG LOW
50°
AVG RAINFALL
2.1"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT SYDNEY
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
64°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Carnival Splendor May 30, 2026 Excursions

Carnival Splendor·May 30, 2026

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this Carnival Splendor itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

8 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.

ITINERARY AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 78% of all cruises
7.8/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// 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
01

Sydney 🇦🇺

Australia · AustraliaMODERATE

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
02

Lifou Isle 🌍

New Caledonia · New CaledoniaSAFE

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
03

Mystery Island 🌍

Vanuatu · VanuatuMODERATE

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
04

Noumea 🌍

New Caledonia · New CaledoniaMODERATE

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
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Carnival Splendor Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsCARNIVAL
Carnival Splendor
CARNIVAL · SPLENDOR
CHRISTENED
2008
STATEROOMS
1,508
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.

// INSIDE THE FULL SHIP PAGE
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// 09 · CRUISE DIRECTOR

Cruise Director

On duty at sail date·May 30, 2026
Ben Kitchen — cruise director
ON STAGE
CRUISE DIRECTOR · CARNIVAL SPLENDOR

Ben Kitchen

Ben Kitchen is a Carnival Cruise Line cruise director recognized for his upbeat personality, humor, and strong engagement with guests.

CONTRACT
CARNIVAL SPLENDOR
YOUR SAIL · MAY 30, 2026
STARTS
May 30, 2026
ENDS
Oct 1, 2026
// 10 · FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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// 11 · MORE CRUISES

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