Carnival Sunshine itinerary map for August 23, 2025 (8 nights)
Carnival Sunshine itinerary map for August 23, 2025 (8 nights)
8 nights · 4 ports
Round-trip · Norfolk, Virginia
CarnivalCarnival Sunshine

Carnival Sunshine
August 23, 2025

8-Night Eastern Caribbean aboard Carnival Sunshine · Departing August 23, 2025 from the Port of Norfolk, Virginia.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 8-night cruise aboard the Sunshine departs from Norfolk, Virginia on Saturday, August 23, 2025 and returns on Sunday, Aug 31st. August weather across this route averages 92°/72°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.4 out of 10 — Norfolk (7.5), San Juan (6.4), Amber Cove (7.5), Grand Turk (8.1).

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.4OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 74% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
8
night cruise
Sat → Sun
02
Norfolk
departure port
Virginia
03
4
port stops
Caribbean
04
4
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE07 SECTIONS
03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09FAQ↓
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Carnival Sunshine August 23, 2025 Price & Tracking

CARNIVAL SUNSHINE·AUGUST 23, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Sunshine cruise ship departing August 23, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $954 ($120 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $858 ($108 per night), this represents a recent increase of 11%.

Carnival Sunshine cruise departing August 23, 2025 — 8-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $954 ($120 per night). Average price: $858.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $906
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Carnival Sunshine · August 23, 2025
$954
$120 per night · 8 nights
↑
5% above average
Avg $906

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// 03 · ITINERARY

8 Night Eastern Caribbean (Norfolk Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapAUGUST 23, 2025
The Carnival Sunshine sails on August 23, 2025 for a 8 Night Eastern Caribbean (Norfolk Roundtrip) (Norfolk Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Norfolk, Virginia at 4:30 PM and will return to the port of Norfolk, Virginia on Aug 31st at 8:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Carnival Sunshine will visit 3 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Carnival Sunshine
AUGUST 23, 2025
9 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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8 NIGHTS · 3 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · NORFOLK
// 04 · PORTS

8 Night Eastern Caribbean (Norfolk Roundtrip) Port List

Carnival Sunshine·August 23, 2025
Norfolk, Virginia — Day 1 of Carnival Sunshine August 23, 2025 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·AUG 23

Norfolk

Virginia
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
4:30 PM

Norfolk, Virginia, offers docking at Norfolk’s Half Moone Cruise Terminal. Travelers explore the Nauticus maritime museum and Battleship Wisconsin. Excursions visit Colonial Williamsburg’s historic sites. Local markets sell Virginia ham. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures waterfront views and naval history. Dining onboard includes crab cakes, a Virginia favorite. Souvenirs, like nautical crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norfolk’s naval heritage. Light layers suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance museum walks. Norfolk’s maritime charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of naval history, colonial excursions, and scenic waterfronts, making Norfolk an engaging destination for exploring Virginia’s coastal and historical treasures along the Chesapeake Bay.

AUGUST FORECAST
80°F avg · Avg
San Juan, Puerto Rico — Day 4 of Carnival Sunshine August 23, 2025 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·AUG 26

San Juan

Puerto Rico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
12:00 PM
6:30 PM

San Juan, Puerto Rico, offers docking at Old San Juan Port. Travelers explore El Morro Fortress and Old San Juan’s colorful streets. Excursions visit El Yunque Rainforest. Local markets sell mofongo. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz con gandules, a Puerto Rican favorite. Souvenirs, like salsa crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taíno history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. San Juan’s cultural charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and lush rainforests, making San Juan an engaging destination.

AUGUST FORECAST
84°F avg · Avg
Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic — Day 5 of Carnival Sunshine August 23, 2025 cruise
DAY
5
PORT 4
WEDNESDAY·AUG 27

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata)

Dominican Republic
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
11:00 AM
7:00 PM

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata), Dominican Republic, offers docking at Amber Cove Port. Travelers explore Fort San Felipe and Amber Museum. Excursions include Damajagua Waterfalls. Local markets sell mangu. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sancocho, a Dominican favorite. Souvenirs, like amber crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance waterfall hikes. Amber Cove’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Dominican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and adventurous waterfalls, making Amber Cove an engaging destination.

AUGUST FORECAST
83°F avg · Avg
Grand Turk Island — Day 6 of Carnival Sunshine August 23, 2025 cruise
DAY
6
PORT 5
THURSDAY·AUG 28

Grand Turk Island

ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM
4:00 PM

Grand Turk Island, Turks and Caicos, offers docking at Grand Turk Cruise Center. Travelers explore Cockburn Town and Governor’s Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Gibbs Cay. Local markets sell conch salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial buildings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes jerk fish, a Turks and Caicos favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Grand Turk’s coastal charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and marine beauty, making Grand Turk an engaging destination.

AUGUST FORECAST
83°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

8 Night Eastern Caribbean (Norfolk Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Carnival Sunshine·August 23, 2025
AUG FORECAST · NORFOLK
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
80°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
98°
AVG LOW
62°
AVG RAINFALL
5.4"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT NORFOLK
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
80°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Carnival Sunshine August 23, 2025 Excursions

Carnival Sunshine·August 23, 2025

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 Sunshine itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

Pricing & availability provided by Viator. Book directly from listing.
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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

8 Night Eastern Caribbean (Norfolk 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 74% of all cruises
7.4/10 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

Norfolk 🇺🇸

Virginia · United StatesMODERATE

Norfolk is a generally safe cruise port, but travelers should stay vigilant in certain downtown neighborhoods, especially at night.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

San Juan 🇵🇷

Puerto Rico · Puerto RicoCAUTION

Travelers in San Juan should stay in well-populated areas and remain aware of their surroundings to minimize risks of petty theft.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Amber Cove (Puerto Plata) 🇩🇴

Dominican Republic · Dominican RepublicMODERATE

Amber Cove ensures safety within the port, but travelers should remain vigilant and cautious when exploring areas outside it.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Grand Turk Island 🌍

Turks And Caicos Islands · Turks And Caicos IslandsSAFE

Grand Turk Island is a safe destination for cruise travelers, featuring a low crime rate and a strong local police presence.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Carnival Sunshine Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsCARNIVAL
Carnival Sunshine
CARNIVAL · SUNSHINE
CHRISTENED
1996
STATEROOMS
1,497
TONNAGE
102,853GT
15.1% BELOW AVG· vs avg 121,145 GT
YEAR BUILT
1996
13 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2009
LENGTH
893ft
10.0% BELOW AVG· vs avg 992 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
3,002cruisers
27.8% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,158 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Carnival Sunshine has a construction date of 1996 and a total size of 102,853 gross tons. The ship measures 893 feet in length. Carnival Sunshine is included in Carnival's Sunshine class. At full capacity, the Sunshine holds 3,002 passengers. That includes 1,852 cruise vacationers and 1,150 staff members. The Sunshine total number of staterooms is 1,497.

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// 09 · MORE CRUISES

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// 09 · FAQ

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