Carnival Sunshine itinerary map for January 17, 2028 (10 nights)
Carnival Sunshine cruise ship

Carnival SunshineJanuary 17, 202810-Night Western Caribbean on Carnival

This 10-night cruise aboard the Sunshine departs from Galveston, Texas on Monday, January 17, 2028 and returns on Thursday, Jan 27th. January weather across this route averages 82°/54°F. Cabins are currently tracked from $769.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.5 out of 10, averaged across 6 ports.

Cruise Length
10
Night Cruise
Departure Port
Galveston
Texas
Port Stops
6
Sea Days
4

Cruise Price - Carnival Sunshine January 17, 2028

Carnival Sunshine · January 17, 2028

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Sunshine cruise ship departing January 17, 2028. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $769 ($77 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $774 ($78 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 1%.

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Inside
$769
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Oceanview
$899
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Balcony
$1,209
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Suite
$2,249

Price History – Carnival Sunshine January 17, 2028

inside cabin
Carnival Sunshine
January 17, 2028
$769
1% vs avg: $774

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 10 Night Western Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip)

Carnival Sunshine · January 17, 2028

The Carnival Sunshine sails on January 17, 2028 for a 10 Night Western Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of Galveston, Texas at 3:00 PM and will return to the port of Galveston, Texas on Jan 27th at 7:00 AM. During the 11-day journey, the Carnival Sunshine will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 4 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

10 Night Western Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip)

  • JAN17
    Galveston, Texas
    Galveston, Texas
    A: — - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN18
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN19
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN20
    George Town, Grand Cayman
    George Town, Grand Cayman
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN21
    Montego Bay, Jamaica
    Montego Bay, Jamaica
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN22
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN23
    Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
    Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN24
    Belize City, Belize
    Belize City, Belize
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • JAN25
    Cozumel, Mexico
    Cozumel, Mexico
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • JAN26
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • JAN27
    Galveston, Texas
    Galveston, Texas
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

January 17, 2028 · 10 Night Western Caribbean (Galveston Roundtrip)

Galveston, Texas — Day 1 of Carnival Sunshine January 17, 2028 cruise
Day 1Monday, Jan 17

Galveston, Texas

Arrival:Departure: 3:00 PM

Galveston, Texas, offers docking at Galveston Port. Travelers explore Moody Gardens and Historic Pleasure Pier. Excursions visit Houston’s Space Center. Local markets sell pecan pralines. The peak season, March to May, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Victorian architecture and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes shrimp gumbo, a Texan favorite. Souvenirs, like cowboy crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Texan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance historic walks. Galveston’s coastal charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and scenic beaches, making Galveston an engaging destination for exploration.

Day 2 at sea — Carnival Sunshine January 17, 2028 itinerary
Day 2Tuesday, Jan 18

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PMDeparture: 10:59 PM

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

Day 3 at sea — Carnival Sunshine January 17, 2028 itinerary
Day 3Wednesday, Jan 19

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PMDeparture: 10:59 PM

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

George Town, Grand Cayman — Day 4 of Carnival Sunshine January 17, 2028 cruise
Day 4Thursday, Jan 20

George Town, Grand Cayman

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 3:00 PM

George Town, Grand Cayman, offers docking at George Town Port. Travelers explore Seven Mile Beach and Stingray City. Excursions include snorkeling at Coral Gardens. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures turquoise waters and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes conch chowder, a Caymanian favorite. Souvenirs, like turtle 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. George Town’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Cayman stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of pristine beaches and marine adventures, making George Town an engaging destination.

Montego Bay, Jamaica — Day 5 of Carnival Sunshine January 17, 2028 cruise
Day 5Friday, Jan 21

Montego Bay, Jamaica

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 3:00 PM

Montego Bay, Jamaica, offers docking at Montego Bay Port. Travelers explore Rose Hall Great House and Doctor’s Cave Beach. Excursions include rafting on Martha Brae. Local markets sell jerk chicken. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial estates and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ackee and saltfish, a Jamaican favorite. Souvenirs, like reggae crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Taino history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Montego Bay’s vibrant charm offers a lively Jamaican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic sites and scenic beaches, making Montego Bay an engaging destination.

Day 6 at sea — Carnival Sunshine January 17, 2028 itinerary
Day 6Saturday, Jan 22

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PMDeparture: 10:59 PM

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

Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras — Day 7 of Carnival Sunshine January 17, 2028 cruise
Day 7Sunday, Jan 23

Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 4:00 PM

Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras, offers docking at Mahogany Bay Port. Travelers explore Carambola Gardens and West Bay Beach. Excursions include snorkeling at Starfish Alley. Local markets sell baleadas. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes sopa de caracol, a Honduran favorite. Souvenirs, like mahogany crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Garifuna history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Mahogany Bay’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Honduran stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of lush gardens and marine adventures, making Mahogany Bay an engaging destination.

Belize City, Belize — Day 8 of Carnival Sunshine January 17, 2028 cruise
Day 8Monday, Jan 24

Belize City, Belize

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 4:00 PM

Belize City, Belize, offers docking at Belize City Port. Travelers explore Altun Ha ruins and Belize Zoo. Excursions include snorkeling at Hol Chan Marine Reserve. Local markets sell fry jacks. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan pyramids and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes rice and beans, a Belizean favorite. Souvenirs, like mahogany crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Belize City’s cultural allure offers a vibrant stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Belize City an engaging destination.

Cozumel, Mexico — Day 9 of Carnival Sunshine January 17, 2028 cruise
Day 9Tuesday, Jan 25

Cozumel, Mexico

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 3:00 PM

Cozumel, Mexico, offers docking at Cozumel Port. Travelers explore Chankanaab Park and San Gervasio ruins. Excursions include snorkeling at Palancar Reef. Local markets sell tacos. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures coral reefs and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes ceviche, a Mexican favorite. Souvenirs, like Mayan crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance reef exploration. Cozumel’s coastal allure offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and marine adventures, making Cozumel an engaging destination for exploration.

Day 10 at sea — Carnival Sunshine January 17, 2028 itinerary
Day 10Wednesday, Jan 26

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PMDeparture: 10:59 PM

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

Galveston, Texas — Day 11 of Carnival Sunshine January 17, 2028 cruise
Day 11Thursday, Jan 27

Galveston, Texas

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture:

Returning to Galveston, Texas — see Day 1 above for port info.

Weather Forecast

Carnival Sunshine - January 17, 2028 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

Galveston, Texas

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January

Typical Weather

75°F

Average High

23°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.14in

Daily average

4.3 in monthly total

Shore Excursions

Explore the most popular excursion options at each port.

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.

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
65 / 100
safer than 65% of all cruises
65
7
/ 10
Galveston, Texas
Galveston
Travelers should remain vigilant in certain areas of Galveston and stay informed about weather hazards to ensure a safe cruise experience.
9
/ 10
George Town, Grand Cayman
George Town
George Town, Grand Cayman, is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates and a strong local law enforcement presence.
6
/ 10
Montego Bay, Jamaica
Montego Bay
Travelers should stay in well-trafficked areas and use authorized transportation in Montego Bay due to moderate to high crime rates.
7
/ 10
Mahogany Bay, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras
Mahogany Bay
Mahogany Bay offers a secure environment, but travelers should stay vigilant and stick to organized excursions due to crime outside the port.
5
/ 10
Belize City, Belize
Belize City
Travelers in Belize City should remain vigilant, avoid certain neighborhoods, and use organized excursions for safety.
7
/ 10
Cozumel, Mexico
Cozumel
Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding 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 January 17, 2028 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Carnival Sunshine January 17, 2028 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 January 17, 2028 route?

Across the ports visited on this 10-night route, January averages 82°F highs and 54°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the January 17, 2028 Carnival Sunshine itinerary?

This itinerary scores 6.5 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 Galveston, Texas on Monday, January 17, 2028 at 3:00 PM and returns on Thursday, Jan 27th, 2028 at 7:00 AM. Total duration: 10 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Carnival Sunshine sailing on January 17, 2028?

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 17, 2026