Carnival Sunshine - 5/15/2027
The May 15, 2027 cruise on the Carnival Sunshine departs from Norfolk, Virginia. On this 15 Night Transatlantic: Carnival Journeys (Norfolk To Dover) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 7 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Sunshine sets sail on Saturday, May 15th and returns on Sunday, May 30th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Sunshine cruise ship departing May 15, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $989 ($66 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $956 ($64 per night), this represents a recent increase of 3%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Carnival Sunshine - May 15, 2027 - 15 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | May 15th | Norfolk, Virginia |
| 2 | May 16th | At Sea |
| 3 | May 17th | At Sea |
| 4 | May 18th | Sydney, Nova Scotia |
| 5 | May 19th | At Sea |
| 6 | May 20th | St. John's, Newfoundland |
| 7 | May 21st | At Sea |
| 8 | May 22nd | At Sea |
| 9 | May 23rd | At Sea |
| 10 | May 24th | At Sea |
| 11 | May 25th | At Sea |
| 12 | May 26th | Greenock (glasgow), Scotland |
| 13 | May 27th | Belfast, Northern Ireland |
| 14 | May 28th | Ringaskiddy (cork), Ireland |
| 15 | May 29th | At Sea |
| 16 | May 30th | Dover (london), England |
The Carnival Sunshine sails on May 15, 2027 for a 15 Night Transatlantic: Carnival Journeys (Norfolk To Dover). The ship will depart the port of Norfolk, Virginia at 5:30 PM and will return to the port of Dover (london), England on May 30th at 5:00 AM. During the 16-day journey, the Carnival Sunshine will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 9 days at sea.
Itinerary Safety Score
Based on my 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.
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!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada, offers docking at Sydney Port. Travelers explore Fortress of Louisbourg and Baddeck’s Bell Museum. Excursions include Cabot Trail tours. Local markets sell oatcakes. The peak season, June to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes seafood chowder, a Nova Scotian favorite. Souvenirs, like Celtic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Acadian history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance trail hikes. Sydney’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic forts and scenic coasts, making Sydney an engaging destination. (126 words)
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada, offers docking at St. John’s Port. Travelers explore Signal Hill and Quidi Vidi village. Excursions include puffin-watching at Cape Spear. Local markets sell toutons. The peak season, June to September, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful rowhouses and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes cod au gratin, a Newfoundland favorite. Souvenirs, like Labradorite crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Viking history. Warm layers and waterproof boots suit the cool climate, while sturdy shoes enhance hill walks. St. John’s maritime charm offers a vibrant Canadian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and scenic coasts, making St. John’s an engaging destination.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Greenock (Glasgow), Scotland, offers docking at Greenock Port with excursions to Glasgow. Travelers explore Kelvingrove Museum and Glasgow Cathedral. Excursions visit Loch Lomond. Local markets sell tablet. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Gothic architecture and Clyde River vistas. Dining onboard includes Cullen skink, a Scottish favorite. Souvenirs, like whisky crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Clan history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Greenock’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Scottish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic lochs, making Greenock an engaging destination. (126 words)
Belfast, Northern Ireland, offers docking at Belfast Port. Travelers explore Titanic Belfast and Giant’s Causeway. Excursions visit Ulster Museum. Local markets sell Ulster fry. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures basalt columns and Irish Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes Irish stew, a Northern Irish favorite. Souvenirs, like linen crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Celtic history. Light layers and waterproof boots suit the temperate climate, while sturdy shoes enhance causeway hikes. Belfast’s cultural charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of industrial heritage and scenic coasts, making Belfast an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Ringaskiddy (Cork), Ireland, offers docking at Ringaskiddy Port. Travelers explore Cork’s English Market and Blarney Castle. Excursions visit Kinsale’s coastal village. Local markets sell soda bread. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather for city tours. Photography captures Georgian architecture and Irish Sea vistas. Dining onboard includes Irish stew, a local favorite. Souvenirs, like wool crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Cork’s history. Light layers and waterproof shoes suit the temperate climate, while comfortable shoes enhance castle walks. Ringaskiddy’s Irish charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites, scenic coasts, and Celtic culture, making Ringaskiddy an engaging destination for exploring Ireland’s south.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Dover (London), England, has docking at Dover Port. Travelers marvel at the iconic White Cliffs from the harbor. Excursions explore Canterbury Cathedral’s Gothic splendor. Local markets sell Kentish ales. The peak season, May to September, brings mild weather. Photography captures chalk cliffs. Dining onboard includes fish and chips. Souvenirs, like Dover postcards, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover medieval history. Light layers suit coastal weather. Dover’s historic port offers a gateway to England’s heritage.