10 Night New Zealand - Carnival Journeys (Sydney Roundtrip)
Carnival Splendor
Carnival Splendor
January 3, 2027
10 Night New Zealand - Carnival Journeys

Carnival Splendor - 1/3/2027

The January 3, 2027 cruise on the Carnival Splendor departs from Sydney, Australia. On this 10 Night New Zealand - Carnival Journeys (Sydney Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 5 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Splendor sets sail on Sunday, Jan 3rd and returns on Wednesday, Jan 13th.

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

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Splendor cruise ship departing January 3, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,139 ($114 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $1,076 ($108 per night), this represents a recent increase of 6%.

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Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Carnival Splendor - January 3, 2027 - 10 Nights

DayDatePort
1Jan 2ndSydney, Australia
2Jan 3rdAt Sea
3Jan 4thAt Sea
4Jan 5thAt Sea
5Jan 7thNapier, New Zealand
6Jan 8thTauranga, New Zealand
7Jan 9thAuckland, New Zealand
8Jan 10thBay Of Islands, New Zealand
9Jan 10thAt Sea
10Jan 11thAt Sea
11Jan 13thSydney, Australia

The Carnival Splendor sails on January 3, 2027 for a 10 Night New Zealand - Carnival Journeys (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 Jan 13th at 5:30 AM. During the 11-day journey, the Carnival Splendor will visit 4 additional ports and will spend 5 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 32027
D:2:30 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. (126 words)

Day2
JAN 42027
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 52027
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 62027
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!

Day5
JAN 72027
A:6:00 AMD:2:00 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. (126 words)

Day6
JAN 82027
A:8:15 AMD:7:00 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. (126 words)

Day7
JAN 92027
A:7:15 AMD:5:30 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. (126 words)

Day8
JAN 102027
A:6:00 AMD:3:00 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. (126 words)

Day9
JAN 112027
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!

Day10
JAN 122027
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!

Day11
JAN 132027
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)