ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
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4:30 PM
Embarkation day. Carnival Sunshine sails at 4:30 PM.
8 nights · 4 ports
Round-trip · Norfolk, Virginia
CarnivalCarnival Sunshine
Carnival Sunshine
October 4, 2025
8-Night Eastern Caribbean aboard Carnival Sunshine · Departing October 4, 2025 from the Port of Norfolk, Virginia.
// AT A GLANCE
Carnival Sunshine October 4, 2025 Cruise Overview
Carnival Sunshine leaves Norfolk, Virginia on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 4:30 PM and returns Sunday, October 12 at 8:00 AM: 8 nights with 3 ports of call (Half Moon Cay, Grand Turk Island and Amber Cove) and 4 days at sea. Carnival Sunshine sails this itinerary 14 times on the current schedule; the next departure after this one is October 31, 2026. October averages 88°F highs and 76°F lows across the ports on this route.
The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 8.1 out of 10 — Norfolk (7.5), Half Moon Cay (9.1), Grand Turk (8.1), Amber Cove (7.5). Inside cabins rose $200 on Oct 2.
// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE
Carnival Sunshine October 4, 2025 Roll Call
7 SAVED THIS SAILING
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE
Carnival Sunshine October 4, 2025 Price & Tracking
CARNIVAL SUNSHINE·OCTOBER 4, 2025
The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Sunshine cruise ship departing October 4, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $649 ($82 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $739 ($93 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 12%.
Carnival Sunshine cruise departing October 4, 2025 — 8-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $649 ($82 per night). Average price: $739.
// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $739
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Carnival Sunshine · October 4, 2025
$649
$82 per night · 8 nights
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12% below average
Avg $739 · You save $90
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// 03 · ITINERARY
8 Night Eastern Caribbean (Norfolk Roundtrip) Cruise Map
Interactive Itinerary MapOCTOBER 4, 2025
All 9 days of the Carnival Sunshine October 4, 2025 cruise, including 4 days at sea. Arrival and departure times are local to each port, and the cruise line can change them before sailing.
// 04 · PORTS
8 Night Eastern Caribbean (Norfolk Roundtrip) Port List
Carnival Sunshine·October 4, 2025
Day 2 · Sunday · Oct 5
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Sunshine — featuring Cucina del Capitano, Seaside Theater, RedFrog Pub & Pixels.
Day 3 · Monday · Oct 6
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Sunshine.
Day 7 · Friday · Oct 10
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Sunshine.
Day 8 · Saturday · Oct 11
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Sunshine.
// 05 · WEATHER
8 Night Eastern Caribbean (Norfolk Roundtrip) Weather Forecast
Carnival Sunshine·October 4, 2025
// YEAR-ROUND AT NORFOLK
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS
Most Popular Norfolk Shore Excursions
Independent shore excursions in every port on this Carnival Sunshine itinerary, booked directly with the operator who runs them. We flag the ones that guarantee you're back on board before the gangway lifts.
4 PORTS OF CALL·510 EXCURSIONS HELD·BOOK DIRECT WITH THE OPERATOR
SELECT A PORT
BEST NORFOLK SHORE TOURSBest Norfolk Shore ToursCURATED FROM 3 · NOT A SEARCH RESULT
OF 35.0(1)
$384
Limousine Transportation....Round Trip Pick-Up and Drop-Off Special.
Our new Pick-Up and Drop-Off Special now makes round trip Limousine transportation way more affordable. With…
6 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
NOT YET RATED
$650
Colonial Williamsburg Private Shore Excursion from Norfolk
Time travel to 1775 with a private tour and explore the birth place of American history. Points of interest…
6 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
NOT YET RATED
$275
Bamville Transportation (Private & Airport Transfers)
Booking with Bamville Transportation will give you an exclusive and private experience. We make your…
2 HOURSBOOK ON VIATOR
These are the eight most reviewed. Norfolk has plenty more — browse the full catalogue and book direct with the operator.
SEE ALL NORFOLK EXCURSIONSPricing and availability are provided by the operator. Booking happens on their own site — Carnival Sunshine sails October 4, 2025, and Gangwaze earns a commission at no extra cost to you.
AFFILIATEPER-CARD ATTRIBUTION
// 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.
// 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
Norfolk is a generally safe cruise port, but travelers should stay vigilant in certain downtown neighborhoods, especially at night.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Half Moon Cay ensures guest safety with strong security measures and controlled access, minimizing crime risks for a worry-free visit.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
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
Amber Cove ensures safety within the port, but travelers should remain vigilant and cautious when exploring areas outside it.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP
Carnival Sunshine Ship Overview
Specs & DetailsCARNIVAL
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 1,505.
// 09 · MORE CRUISES
More Carnival Sunshine cruises
Hop to the previous or next sailing on this ship, or browse the full schedule.
Other dates for 8-Night Eastern Caribbean
- Carnival Sunshine October 31, 2026
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- Carnival Sunshine January 9, 2027
- Carnival Sunshine January 23, 2027
- Carnival Sunshine February 6, 2027
- Carnival Sunshine February 20, 2027
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- Carnival Sunshine March 20, 2027
- Carnival Sunshine April 3, 2027
// 09 · FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for yourCarnival Sunshine·October 4, 2025sailing
Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · OCT 12, 2026
