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Carnival Sunshine itinerary map for October 16, 2027 (13 nights)
Carnival Sunshine itinerary map for October 16, 2027 (13 nights)
13 nights · 6 ports
Round-trip · Barcelona, Spain
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Carnival Sunshine
October 16, 2027

13-Night Transatlantic: Carnival Journeys aboard Carnival Sunshine · Departing October 16, 2027 from the Port of Barcelona, Spain.

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// AT A GLANCE

This 13-night cruise aboard the Sunshine departs from Barcelona, Spain on Saturday, October 16, 2027 and returns on Friday, Oct 29th. October weather across this route averages 87°/53°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.0 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports. Suite cabins rose $159 on Jul 27.

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
7.0OUT OF 10
MODERATE TIER
Safer than 70% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
01
13
night cruise
Sat → Fri
02
Barcelona
departure port
Spain
03
6
port stops
Journeys
04
8
sea days
Day 5
// ON THIS PAGE09 SECTIONS

The Carnival Sunshine, operated by Carnival Cruise Line, sets sail on Saturday, October 16, 2027 from Barcelona, Spain for a 13-night Transatlantic: Carnival Journeys cruise. This itinerary includes 6 unique port stops and 8 days at sea. October weather across the route averages 87°F highs and 53°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 7.0 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Cabin fares start from $700, with daily price tracking available for inside, oceanview, balcony, and suite categories. Gangwaze monitors pricing daily so you can set a price-drop alert and book when the fare is right. Explore the full day-by-day port schedule, shore excursion options, onboard amenities, and weather forecasts for each stop on this Carnival Sunshine sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Carnival Sunshine October 16, 2027 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Carnival Sunshine October 16, 2027 Price & Tracking

CARNIVAL SUNSHINE·OCTOBER 16, 2027

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Sunshine cruise ship departing October 16, 2027. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $700 ($54 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $729 ($57 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 4%.

Carnival Sunshine cruise departing October 16, 202713-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $700 ($54 per night). Average price: $729.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $729
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Carnival Sunshine · October 16, 2027
$700
$54 per night · 13 nights
4% below average
Avg $729 · You save $29

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// 03 · ITINERARY

13 Night Transatlantic: Carnival Journeys (Barcelona To Miami) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapOCTOBER 16, 2027
The Carnival Sunshine sails on October 16, 2027 for a 13 Night Transatlantic: Carnival Journeys (Barcelona To Miami) (Barcelona Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Barcelona, Spain at 7:00 PM and will return to the port of Miami, Florida on Oct 29th at 8:00 AM. During the 14-day journey, the Carnival Sunshine will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 8 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Carnival Sunshine
OCTOBER 16, 2027
14 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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13 NIGHTS · 5 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · BARCELONA
// 04 · PORTS

13 Night Transatlantic: Carnival Journeys (Barcelona To Miami) Port List

Carnival Sunshine·October 16, 2027
Barcelona, Spain — Day 1 of Carnival Sunshine October 16, 2027 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
SATURDAY·OCT 16

Barcelona

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 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.

Alicante, Spain — Day 2 of Carnival Sunshine October 16, 2027 cruise
DAY
2
PORT 1
SUNDAY·OCT 17

Alicante

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
10:00 AM
6:00 PM

Alicante, Spain, offers docking at Alicante Port. Travelers explore Santa Bárbara Castle and Explanada de España. Excursions visit Elche’s palm groves. Local markets sell turrón. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish castles and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz a banda, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Valencian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance castle walks. Alicante’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic promenades, making Alicante an engaging destination for exploration.

Malaga, Spain — Day 3 of Carnival Sunshine October 16, 2027 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
MONDAY·OCT 18

Malaga

Spain
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
10:00 AM
8:00 PM

Málaga, Spain, offers docking at Málaga Port. Travelers explore Alcazaba Fortress and Picasso Museum. Excursions visit Ronda’s deep gorges. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes paella, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Málaga’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic coasts, making Málaga an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Costa del Sol.

Tangier, Morocco — Day 4 of Carnival Sunshine October 16, 2027 cruise
DAY
4
PORT 3
TUESDAY·OCT 19

Tangier

Morocco
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
4:00 PM

Tangier, Morocco, offers docking at Tangier Port. Travelers explore Kasbah Museum and Medina’s souks. Excursions visit Chefchaouen’s blue streets. Local markets sell tagine. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colorful alleys and Strait of Gibraltar vistas. Dining onboard includes couscous, a Moroccan favorite. Souvenirs, like leather crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Berber history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance medina walks. Tangier’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Moroccan stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic kasbahs and bustling souks, making Tangier an engaging destination for exploring Morocco’s northern coast.

Grand Turk Island — Day 12 of Carnival Sunshine October 16, 2027 cruise
DAY
12
PORT 11
WEDNESDAY·OCT 27

Grand Turk Island

ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
9:00 AM
6:00 PM

Grand Turk Island, Turks and Caicos, offers docking at Grand Turk Cruise Center. Travelers explore Cockburn Town and Governor’s Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Gibbs Cay. Local markets sell conch salad. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial buildings and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes jerk fish, a Turks and Caicos favorite. Souvenirs, like shell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Grand Turk’s coastal charm offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and marine beauty, making Grand Turk an engaging destination.

Miami, Florida — Day 14 of Carnival Sunshine October 16, 2027 cruise
DAY
14
DISEMBARKATION
FRIDAY·OCT 29

Miami

Florida
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
8:00 AM

Miami, Florida, offers docking at PortMiami. Travelers explore South Beach and Wynwood Walls. Excursions visit Everglades National Park. Local markets sell Cuban sandwiches. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures art deco and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes stone crab, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like seashell crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Seminole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Miami’s urban charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of vibrant nightlife and scenic wetlands, making Miami an engaging destination for exploring Florida’s southern coast.

// 05 · WEATHER

13 Night Transatlantic: Carnival Journeys (Barcelona To Miami) Weather Forecast

Carnival Sunshine·October 16, 2027
OCT FORECAST · BARCELONA
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
62°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
88°
AVG LOW
37°
AVG RAINFALL
2.8"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT BARCELONA
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
62°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Carnival Sunshine October 16, 2027 Excursions

Carnival Sunshine·October 16, 2027

From beach breaks and snorkeling to local food tours and cultural landmarks, these shore excursions help you make the most of every stop. Browse by port below to compare top-rated options and plan your day before you board.

// BROWSE BY PORT
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Browse shore excursions for each port on this Carnival Sunshine itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

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// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

13 Night Transatlantic: Carnival Journeys (Barcelona To Miami)

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 AVERAGE
MODERATE TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 70% of all cruises
7.0/10 itinerary average · ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
// 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 BREAKDOWN06 PORTS
01

Barcelona 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers should stay vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded areas and secure their belongings to ensure safety while enjoying the city.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Alicante 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers in Alicante should stay vigilant against petty theft, especially in crowded areas, while securing their belongings.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
03

Malaga 🇪🇸

Spain · SpainMODERATE

Travelers in Malaga should remain vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and popular attractions.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
04

Tangier 🌍

Morocco · MoroccoCAUTION

Travelers should remain vigilant in Tangier, especially in the medina, to avoid petty crime and harassment while exploring the city.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
05

Grand Turk Island 🌍

Turks And Caicos Islands · Turks And Caicos IslandsSAFE

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
06

Miami 🇺🇸

Florida · United StatesMODERATE

Travelers should remain vigilant and safeguard belongings in Miami, as certain neighborhoods may have higher crime rates, especially after dark.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Carnival Sunshine Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsCARNIVAL
Carnival Sunshine
CARNIVAL · SUNSHINE
CHRISTENED
1996
STATEROOMS
1,497
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 1,497.

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// 09 · FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for yourCarnival Sunshine·October 16, 2027sailing
  • The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $700 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

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Researched and assembled by Gangwaze Cruise Editorial using daily-refreshed itinerary, pricing, weather, and safety data.
LAST UPDATED · JUL 27, 2026
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