ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
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4:30 PM
Embarkation day. Carnival Sunshine sails at 4:30 PM.
6 nights · 4 ports
Round-trip · Norfolk, Virginia
CarnivalCarnival Sunshine
Carnival Sunshine
March 29, 2026
6-Night Bahamas aboard Carnival Sunshine · Departing March 29, 2026 from the Port of Norfolk, Virginia.
// AT A GLANCE
Carnival Sunshine March 29, 2026 Cruise Overview
Carnival Sunshine leaves Norfolk, Virginia on Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 4:30 PM and returns Saturday, April 4 at 8:00 AM: 6 nights with 3 ports of call (Celebration Key, Nassau and Bimini) and 2 days at sea. Carnival Sunshine sails this itinerary 14 times on the current schedule; the next departure after this one is October 25, 2026. March averages 84°F highs and 63°F lows across the ports on this route.
The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.1 out of 10 — Norfolk (7.5), Celebration Key (7.1), Nassau (5.9), Bimini (7.9). Inside cabins rose $30 on Feb 28.
// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE
Carnival Sunshine March 29, 2026 Roll Call
7 SAVED THIS SAILING
// 02 · CRUISE PRICE
Carnival Sunshine March 29, 2026 Price & Tracking
CARNIVAL SUNSHINE·MARCH 29, 2026
The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Sunshine cruise ship departing March 29, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $1,104 ($184 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $904 ($151 per night), this represents a recent increase of 22%.
Carnival Sunshine cruise departing March 29, 2026 — 6-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $1,104 ($184 per night). Average price: $904.
// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $952
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Carnival Sunshine · March 29, 2026
$1,104
$184 per night · 6 nights
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16% above average
Avg $952
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// 03 · ITINERARY
6 Night Bahamas (Norfolk Roundtrip) Cruise Map
Interactive Itinerary MapMARCH 29, 2026
All 7 days of the Carnival Sunshine March 29, 2026 cruise, including 2 days at sea. Arrival and departure times are local to each port, and the cruise line can change them before sailing.
// 04 · PORTS
6 Night Bahamas (Norfolk Roundtrip) Port List
Carnival Sunshine·March 29, 2026
Day 2 · Monday · Mar 30
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Sunshine — featuring Cucina del Capitano, Seaside Theater, RedFrog Pub & Pixels.
Day 6 · Friday · Apr 3
At sea
Day at sea aboard the Sunshine.
// 05 · WEATHER
6 Night Bahamas (Norfolk Roundtrip) Weather Forecast
Carnival Sunshine·March 29, 2026
// 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·227 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 March 29, 2026, and Gangwaze earns a commission at no extra cost to you.
AFFILIATEPER-CARD ATTRIBUTION
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE
Itinerary Safety Score
6 Night Bahamas (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
Celebration Key prioritizes guest safety with controlled access and security, but travelers should remain vigilant against petty crime.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Travelers in Nassau should stay vigilant, stick to well-populated areas, and be aware of their surroundings to ensure safety.
0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
Bimini is generally safe for cruise travelers, but visitors should secure valuables and exercise caution during marine activities.
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 · CRUISE DIRECTOR
Cruise Director
On duty at sail date·March 29, 2026
// 10 · FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for yourCarnival Sunshine·March 29, 2026sailing
Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · OCT 11, 2026
// 11 · MORE CRUISES
More Carnival Sunshine cruises
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