5 Night Bahamas (Charleston Roundtrip)
Carnival Sunshine
Carnival Sunshine
September 28, 2024
5 Night Bahamas

Carnival Sunshine - 9/28/2024

The September 28, 2024 cruise on the Carnival Sunshine departs from Charleston, South Carolina. On this 5 Night Bahamas (Charleston Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 3 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Sunshine sets sail on Saturday, Sep 28th and returns on Thursday, Oct 3rd.

Cruise Length
5
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Charleston
South Carolina
Port Stops
3
Sea Days
2

Cruise Pricing

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Sunshine cruise ship departing September 28, 2024. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $601 ($121 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $469 ($94 per night), this represents a recent increase of 28%.

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Inside Cabin
$601
28%
vs Avg $469

Cruise Itinerary

Itinerary

Carnival Sunshine - September 28, 2024 - 5 Nights

DayDatePort
1Sep 28thCharleston, South Carolina
2Sep 29thAt Sea
3Sep 30thNassau, Bahamas
4Oct 1stPrincess Cays (Cruise Line Private Island)
5Oct 2ndAt Sea
6Oct 3rdCharleston, South Carolina

The Carnival Sunshine sails on September 28, 2024 for a 5 Night Bahamas (Charleston Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Charleston, South Carolina at 3:30 PM and will return to the port of Charleston, South Carolina on Oct 3rd at 8:00 AM. During the 6-day journey, the Carnival Sunshine will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise Ship

Carnival Sunshine Size Infographic

Carnival Sunshine

103 k
tonnage
893 ft
length
1996
year built
1,497
cabins
3,002
passengers
1,150
crew

CARNIVAL SUNSHINE SIZE

The Sunshine has a construction date of 1996 and a total size of 102,853 gross tons. The ship measures 893 feet (272 meters) in length. Carnival Sunshine is included in Carnival’s Sunshine Class. At full capacity, the Carnival Sunshine holds 4,152 passengers. That includes 3,002 cruise vacationers and 1,150 staff members. The Sunshine total number of staterooms is 1,497.

Carnival Sunshine Size & Stats

  • Gross Tonnage:102,853 GT
  • Length:893 ft (272 m)
  • Beam:125 ft (38 m)
  • Draft:27 ft (8 m)
  • Max Speed:24 mph (21 kn)
  • Year Built:1996
  • Years Served:1996 - Present
  • Capacity:3,002
  • Crew Members:1,150
  • Total on Board:4,152
  • Total Staterooms:1,497
  • Flagged Country:Bahamas
  • Ship Cost:400 Million
  • Status:active

To see how this compares, click through to see Carnival Sunshine 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 Sunshine Deck Plans.

Cruise Ports

Day1
SEP 282024
D:3:30 PM

Charleston, South Carolina, offers docking at Charleston Port. Travelers explore Historic District and Rainbow Row. Excursions visit Boone Hall Plantation. Local markets sell shrimp and grits. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures antebellum homes and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes she-crab soup, a Southern favorite. Souvenirs, like sweetgrass baskets, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Gullah history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Charleston’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic architecture and scenic harbors, making Charleston an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day2
SEP 292024
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
SEP 302024
A:8:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Nassau, Bahamas, offers docking at Prince George Wharf. Travelers explore Atlantis Resort and Straw Market. Excursions include snorkeling at Rose Island. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like straw crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Nassau’s vibrant charm offers a lively Bahamian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of resort thrills and cultural markets, making Nassau an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)

Day4
OCT 12024
A:8:00 AMD:5:00 PM

Princess Cays, Bahamas (Cruise Line Private Island), offers docking at a private port. Travelers explore Eleuthera’s beaches and banana boat rides. Excursions include snorkeling at coral reefs. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for island tours. Photography captures pink sands and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Princess Cays’ island allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of serene beaches and marine activities, making Princess Cays an engaging destination. (126 words)

Day5
OCT 22024
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!

Day6
OCT 32024
A:8:00 AM

Charleston, South Carolina, offers docking at Charleston Port. Travelers explore Historic District and Rainbow Row. Excursions visit Boone Hall Plantation. Local markets sell shrimp and grits. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures antebellum homes and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes she-crab soup, a Southern favorite. Souvenirs, like sweetgrass baskets, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Gullah history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Charleston’s cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic architecture and scenic harbors, making Charleston an engaging destination. (126 words)