Carnival Sunshine itinerary map for September 11, 2027 (8 nights)
Carnival Sunshine cruise ship

Carnival Sunshine — September 11, 20278-Night Mediterranean on Carnival

This 8-night cruise aboard the Sunshine departs from Barcelona, Spain on Saturday, September 11, 2027 and returns on Sunday, Sep 19th. September weather across this route averages 97°/50°F. Cabins are currently tracked from $769.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.3 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

Cruise Length
8
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Barcelona
Spain
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
2

Cruise Price - Carnival Sunshine September 11, 2027

Carnival Sunshine · September 11, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Sunshine cruise ship departing September 11, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $769 ($97 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $818 ($103 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 6%.

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Inside
$769
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Oceanview
$929
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Balcony
$1,319
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Suite
$2,969

Price History – Carnival Sunshine September 11, 2027

inside cabin
Carnival Sunshine
September 11, 2027
$769
6% vs avg: $818

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 8 Night Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip)

Carnival Sunshine · September 11, 2027

The Carnival Sunshine sails on September 11, 2027 for a 8 Night Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 4:30 PM and will return to the port of Barcelona, Spain on Sep 19th at 6:00 AM. During the 9-day journey, the Carnival Sunshine will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

8 Night Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip)

  • SEP11
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: — - D: 4:30 PM
  • SEP12
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP13
    Tunis, Tunisia
    Tunis, Tunisia
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP14
    Palermo, Sicily
    Palermo, Sicily
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP15
    Naples, Italy
    Naples, Italy
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 7:00 PM
  • SEP16
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • SEP17
    Ajaccio, Corsica
    Ajaccio, Corsica
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP18
    Marseille (Provence), France
    Marseille (Provence), France
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 5:00 PM
  • SEP19
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

September 11, 2027 · 8 Night Mediterranean (Barcelona Roundtrip)

Barcelona, Spain — Day 1 of Carnival Sunshine September 11, 2027 cruise
Day 1•Saturday, Sep 11

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: —•Departure: 4:30 PM

Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region.

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Day 2 at sea — Carnival Sunshine September 11, 2027 itinerary
Day 2•Sunday, Sep 12

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Sunshine — featuring Cucina del Capitano, Seaside Theater, RedFrog Pub & Pixels.

Tunis, Tunisia — Day 3 of Carnival Sunshine September 11, 2027 cruise
Day 3•Monday, Sep 13

Tunis, Tunisia

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Tunis, Tunisia, offers docking at La Goulette Port. Travelers explore Carthage Ruins and Medina of Tunis. Excursions visit Sidi Bou Said’s blue streets. Local markets sell brik. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes couscous, a Tunisian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Phoenician history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance medina walks. Tunis’ historic charm offers a vibrant Tunisian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of UNESCO sites and cultural markets, making Tunis an engaging destination for exploration.

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Palermo, Sicily — Day 4 of Carnival Sunshine September 11, 2027 cruise
Day 4•Tuesday, Sep 14

Palermo, Sicily

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Palermo, Sicily, offers docking at Palermo Port. Travelers explore Palermo Cathedral and Norman Palace. Excursions visit Monreale’s mosaics. Local markets sell arancini. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Arab-Norman architecture and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes caponata, a Sicilian favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Norman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Palermo’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic coasts, making Palermo an engaging destination for exploring Sicily’s capital.

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Naples, Italy — Day 5 of Carnival Sunshine September 11, 2027 cruise
Day 5•Wednesday, Sep 15

Naples, Italy

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 7:00 PM

Naples, Italy, offers docking at Naples Port. Travelers explore Pompeii ruins and Royal Palace. Excursions visit Capri’s Blue Grotto. Local markets sell margherita pizza. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures ancient ruins and Tyrrhenian vistas. Dining onboard includes spaghetti alle vongole, an Italian favorite. Souvenirs, like cameo crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Roman history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Naples’ cultural charm offers a vibrant Italian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of archaeological sites and scenic islands, making Naples an engaging destination for exploration.

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Day 6 at sea — Carnival Sunshine September 11, 2027 itinerary
Day 6•Thursday, Sep 16

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AM•Departure: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Sunshine — featuring Cucina del Capitano, Seaside Theater, RedFrog Pub & Pixels.

Ajaccio, Corsica — Day 7 of Carnival Sunshine September 11, 2027 cruise
Day 7•Friday, Sep 17

Ajaccio, Corsica

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Ajaccio, Corsica, offers docking at Ajaccio Port. Travelers explore Napoleon’s Birthplace and Fesch Museum. Excursions visit Calanques de Piana. Local markets sell brocciu cheese. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures historic streets and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes civet de sanglier, a Corsican favorite. Souvenirs, like olive wood crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Corsican history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance coastal hikes. Ajaccio’s cultural charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic cliffs, making Ajaccio an engaging destination for exploration.

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Marseille (Provence), France — Day 8 of Carnival Sunshine September 11, 2027 cruise
Day 8•Saturday, Sep 18

Marseille (Provence), France

Arrival: 8:00 AM•Departure: 5:00 PM

Marseille (Provence), France, offers docking at Marseille Port. Travelers explore Notre-Dame de la Garde and Vieux-Port. Excursions visit Aix-en-Provence’s lavender fields. Local markets sell bouillabaisse. The peak season, May to September, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures basilicas and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes ratatouille, a French favorite. Souvenirs, like lavender crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Provençal history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Marseille’s cultural charm offers a vibrant French stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic ports and scenic fields, making Marseille an engaging destination for exploration.

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Weather Forecast

Carnival Sunshine - September 11, 2027 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Barcelona, Spain

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September

Typical Weather

95°F

Average High

46°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.08in

Daily average

2.3 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

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Itinerary Safety Score

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 Safety Rank
63 / 100
safer than 63% of all cruises
63
7
/ 10
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona
Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.
5
/ 10
Tunis, Tunisia
Tunis
Travelers should stay vigilant in Tunis due to moderate crime, especially outside tourist zones, and remain aware of political instability.
6
/ 10
Palermo, Sicily
Palermo
Travelers in Palermo should stay vigilant against petty theft and scams, keeping belongings secure and being aware of their surroundings.
6
/ 10
Naples, Italy
Naples
Travelers in Naples should stay vigilant against petty crime and be cautious of traffic while exploring the city.
8
/ 10
Ajaccio, Corsica
Ajaccio
Ajaccio is generally safe for cruise travelers, but vigilance is advised in tourist areas during peak season to prevent petty theft.
6
/ 10
Marseille (Provence), France
Marseille
Travelers in Marseille should stay vigilant in certain neighborhoods due to higher crime rates and secure their belongings in crowded areas.

Cruise Ship

Carnival Sunshine

⚓ Tonnage

102,853

vs avg 121,145

🛠️ Year Built

1,996

vs avg 2,009

📏 Length (ft)

893

vs avg 992

👥 Passenger Count

3,002

vs avg 4,158

The 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 Carnival 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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Carnival Sunshine September 11, 2027 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Carnival Sunshine September 11, 2027 cruise?▾

The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $769 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

What's the weather like on the Carnival Sunshine September 11, 2027 route?▾

Across the ports visited on this 8-night route, September averages 97°F highs and 50°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the September 11, 2027 Carnival Sunshine itinerary?▾

This itinerary scores 6.3 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 6 ports. We weight current travel advisories, recent crime data, and Global Peace Index signals — see the Safety Score section above for the full per-port breakdown.

When does the Carnival Sunshine sail and return on this itinerary?▾

The Carnival Sunshine departs Barcelona, Spain on Saturday, September 11, 2027 at 4:30 PM and returns on Sunday, Sep 19th, 2027 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 8 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Carnival Sunshine sailing on September 11, 2027?▾

Cruise director assignment for this sail date is not currently confirmed in our records.

Can I track price drops for this Carnival Sunshine itinerary?▾

Yes — use the price tracking opt-in on this page to get an email when cabin prices drop for this exact sailing. We snapshot fares daily.

Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.

Last Updated: May 13, 2026