Carnival Sunshine - 7/23/2026
The July 23, 2026 cruise on the Carnival Sunshine departs from Norfolk, Virginia. On this 4 Night Bermuda (Norfolk Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 2 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Sunshine sets sail on Thursday, Jul 23rd and returns on Monday, Jul 27th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Sunshine cruise ship departing July 23, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $851 ($213 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $785 ($197 per night), this represents a recent increase of 8%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Carnival Sunshine - July 23, 2026 - 4 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jul 23rd | Norfolk, Virginia |
| 2 | Jul 24th | At Sea |
| 3 | Jul 25th | Bermuda |
| 4 | Jul 26th | At Sea |
| 5 | Jul 27th | Norfolk, Virginia |
The Carnival Sunshine sails on July 23, 2026 for a 4 Night Bermuda (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 Jul 27th at 8:00 AM. During the 5-day journey, the Carnival Sunshine will visit 1 additional port and will spend 2 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
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Cruise Ship
Carnival Sunshine
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
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.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Bermuda, docks at King’s Wharf, Royal Naval Dockyard, 20 kilometers from Hamilton, with buses for 30-minute rides. The island, population 64,000, features the Crystal Caves with stalactites. Travelers snorkel Tobacco Bay. Local markets sell rum cake. Excursions to St. George’s, 45 minutes east, visit a 1612 fort. Peak season April to October; buses 5 USD. Dining includes fish chowder at dockside pubs. Souvenirs feature pink sand jewelry.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
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.