Carnival Valor itinerary map for April 24, 2025 (16 nights)
Carnival Valor itinerary map for April 24, 2025 (16 nights)
16 nights · 7 ports
Round-trip · New Orleans, Louisiana
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Carnival Valor
April 24, 2025

16-Night Carnival Journeys: Transatlantic Eastbound aboard Carnival Valor · Departing April 24, 2025 from the Port of New Orleans, Louisiana.

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This 16-night cruise aboard the Valor departs from New Orleans, Louisiana on Thursday, April 24, 2025 and returns on Saturday, May 10th. April weather across this route averages 80°/48°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 7.1 out of 10, averaged across 7 ports.

Cruise Length
16
Night Cruise
Departure Port
New Orleans
Louisiana
Port Stops
7
Sea Days
10

Cruise Price - Carnival Valor April 24, 2025

Carnival Valor · April 24, 2025

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Valor cruise ship departing April 24, 2025. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $833 ($53 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $856 ($54 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 3%.

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Inside
$833
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Oceanview
$1,263
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Balcony
$1,668
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Suite
$4,251

Price History – Carnival Valor April 24, 2025

inside cabin
Carnival Valor
April 24, 2025
$833
3% vs avg: $856

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Cruise Itinerary Map - 16 Night Carnival Journeys: Transatlantic Eastbound (New Orleans To Barcelona)

Carnival Valor · April 24, 2025

The Carnival Valor sails on April 24, 2025 for a 16 Night Carnival Journeys: Transatlantic Eastbound (New Orleans To Barcelona). The ship will depart the port of New Orleans, Louisiana at 6:00 PM and will return to the port of Barcelona, Spain on May 10th at 6:00 AM. During the 17-day journey, the Carnival Valor will visit 6 additional ports and will spend 10 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

16 Night Carnival Journeys: Transatlantic Eastbound (New Orleans To Barcelona)

  • APR24
    New Orleans, Louisiana
    New Orleans, Louisiana
    A: — - D: 6:00 PM
  • APR25
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR26
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR27
    Nassau, Bahamas
    Nassau, Bahamas
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • APR28
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR29
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • APR30
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY01
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY02
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY03
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY04
    Ponta Delgada, Azores
    Ponta Delgada, Azores
    A: 9:00 AM - D: 6:00 PM
  • MAY05
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY06
    Funchal, Madeira
    Funchal, Madeira
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAY07
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • MAY08
    Malaga, Spain
    Malaga, Spain
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAY09
    Alicante, Spain
    Alicante, Spain
    A: 8:00 AM - D: 4:00 PM
  • MAY10
    Barcelona, Spain
    Barcelona, Spain
    A: 6:00 AM - D: —
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Carnival Valor Cruise Ports

April 24, 2025 · 16 Night Carnival Journeys: Transatlantic Eastbound (New Orleans To Barcelona)

New Orleans, Louisiana — Day 1 of Carnival Valor April 24, 2025 cruise
Day 1Thursday, Apr 24

New Orleans, Louisiana

Arrival:Departure: 6:00 PM

New Orleans, Louisiana, offers docking at New Orleans Port. Travelers explore French Quarter and Garden District. Excursions include swamp tours in Honey Island. Local markets sell beignets. The peak season, February to May, brings mild weather for river tours. Photography captures jazz streets and Mississippi vistas. Dining onboard includes gumbo, a Cajun favorite. Souvenirs, like Mardi Gras crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Creole history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. New Orleans’ cultural charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic districts and lively music, making New Orleans an engaging destination.

Day 2 at sea — Carnival Valor April 24, 2025 itinerary
Day 2Friday, Apr 25

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Valor — featuring Sushi at Sea, Seaside Theater, RedFrog Pub & Pixels.

Day 3 at sea — Carnival Valor April 24, 2025 itinerary
Day 3Saturday, Apr 26

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Valor — featuring Sushi at Sea, Seaside Theater, RedFrog Pub & Pixels.

Nassau, Bahamas — Day 4 of Carnival Valor April 24, 2025 cruise
Day 4Sunday, Apr 27

Nassau, Bahamas

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 4:00 PM

Nassau, Bahamas, offers docking at Prince George Wharf. Travelers explore Atlantis Resort and Straw Market. Excursions include snorkeling at Rose Island. Local markets sell conch fritters. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures colonial forts and Caribbean vistas. Dining onboard includes cracked conch, a Bahamian favorite. Souvenirs, like straw crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Lucayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance beach exploration. Nassau’s vibrant charm offers a lively Bahamian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of resort thrills and cultural markets, making Nassau an engaging destination for exploration.

Day 5 at sea — Carnival Valor April 24, 2025 itinerary
Day 5Monday, Apr 28

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Valor — featuring Sushi at Sea, Seaside Theater, RedFrog Pub & Pixels.

Day 6 at sea — Carnival Valor April 24, 2025 itinerary
Day 6Tuesday, Apr 29

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Valor — featuring Sushi at Sea, Seaside Theater, RedFrog Pub & Pixels.

Day 7 at sea — Carnival Valor April 24, 2025 itinerary
Day 7Wednesday, Apr 30

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Valor — featuring Sushi at Sea, Seaside Theater, RedFrog Pub & Pixels.

Day 8 at sea — Carnival Valor April 24, 2025 itinerary
Day 8Thursday, May 1

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Valor — featuring Sushi at Sea, Seaside Theater, RedFrog Pub & Pixels.

Day 9 at sea — Carnival Valor April 24, 2025 itinerary
Day 9Friday, May 2

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Valor — featuring Sushi at Sea, Seaside Theater, RedFrog Pub & Pixels.

Day 10 at sea — Carnival Valor April 24, 2025 itinerary
Day 10Saturday, May 3

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Valor — featuring Sushi at Sea, Seaside Theater, RedFrog Pub & Pixels.

Ponta Delgada, Azores — Day 11 of Carnival Valor April 24, 2025 cruise
Day 11Sunday, May 4

Ponta Delgada, Azores

Arrival: 9:00 AMDeparture: 6:00 PM

Ponta Delgada, Azores, Portugal, offers docking at Ponta Delgada Port. Travelers explore Sete Cidades and Furnas hot springs. Excursions include whale-watching tours. Local markets sell cozido das Furnas. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures volcanic lakes and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes bacalhau, a Portuguese favorite. Souvenirs, like lava crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Azorean history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance crater hikes. Ponta Delgada’s natural charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of volcanic landscapes and marine adventures, making Ponta Delgada an engaging destination.

Day 12 at sea — Carnival Valor April 24, 2025 itinerary
Day 12Monday, May 5

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Valor — featuring Sushi at Sea, Seaside Theater, RedFrog Pub & Pixels.

Funchal, Madeira — Day 13 of Carnival Valor April 24, 2025 cruise
Day 13Tuesday, May 6

Funchal, Madeira

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 4:00 PM

Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, offers docking at Funchal Port. Travelers explore Monte Palace Gardens and Funchal Cathedral. Excursions include levada walks. Local markets sell bolo de mel. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures lush gardens and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes espada com banana, a Madeiran favorite. Souvenirs, like embroidery crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Madeiran history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while sturdy shoes enhance levada hikes. Funchal’s scenic charm offers a vibrant Portuguese stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of botanical beauty and scenic coasts, making Funchal an engaging destination.

Day 14 at sea — Carnival Valor April 24, 2025 itinerary
Day 14Wednesday, May 7

At Sea

Arrival: 12:00 AMDeparture: 11:59 PM

Day at sea aboard the Valor — featuring Sushi at Sea, Seaside Theater, RedFrog Pub & Pixels.

Malaga, Spain — Day 15 of Carnival Valor April 24, 2025 cruise
Day 15Thursday, May 8

Malaga, Spain

Arrival: 7:00 AMDeparture: 4:00 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.

Alicante, Spain — Day 16 of Carnival Valor April 24, 2025 cruise
Day 16Friday, May 9

Alicante, Spain

Arrival: 8:00 AMDeparture: 4:00 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.

Barcelona, Spain — Day 17 of Carnival Valor April 24, 2025 cruise
Day 17Saturday, May 10

Barcelona, Spain

Arrival: 6:00 AMDeparture:

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.

Weather Forecast

Carnival Valor - April 24, 2025 Weather Forecast

Average monthly weather for your cruise ports

New Orleans, Louisiana

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April

Typical Weather

86°F

Average High

42°F

Average Low

Rainfall

0.17in

Daily average

5.0 in monthly total

Carnival Valor 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
71 / 100
safer than 71% of all cruises
71
6
/ 10
New Orleans, Louisiana
New Orleans
Travelers in New Orleans should remain vigilant and cautious, especially outside tourist areas and after dark, due to higher crime rates.
6
/ 10
Nassau, Bahamas
Nassau
Travelers in Nassau should stay vigilant, stick to well-populated areas, and be aware of their surroundings to ensure safety.
9
/ 10
Ponta Delgada, Azores
Ponta Delgada
Ponta Delgada is a safe cruise destination with a low crime rate, though travelers should stay vigilant against petty theft in tourist areas.
9
/ 10
Funchal, Madeira
Funchal
Funchal is a safe cruise destination with low crime rates, though travelers should remain vigilant against occasional pickpocketing.
7
/ 10
Malaga, Spain
Malaga
Travelers in Malaga should remain vigilant against petty theft and pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and popular attractions.
8
/ 10
Alicante, Spain
Alicante
Travelers in Alicante should stay vigilant against petty theft, especially in crowded areas, while securing their belongings.
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.

Cruise Ship

Carnival Valor

⚓ Tonnage

110,000

vs avg 121,145

🛠️ Year Built

2,004

vs avg 2,009

📏 Length (ft)

952

vs avg 992

👥 Passenger Count

3,756

vs avg 4,158

The Valor has a construction date of 2004 and a total size of 110,000 gross tons. The ship measures 952 feet in length. Carnival Valor is included in Carnival’s Conquest class. At full capacity, the Carnival Valor holds 3,756 passengers. That includes 2,576 cruise vacationers and 1,180 staff members. The Valor total number of staterooms is 1,490.

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Carnival Valor April 24, 2025 FAQ

What's the cheapest cabin on the Carnival Valor April 24, 2025 cruise?

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What's the weather like on the Carnival Valor April 24, 2025 route?

Across the ports visited on this 16-night route, April averages 80°F highs and 48°F lows. See the per-port weather forecast section above for daily detail.

How safe is the April 24, 2025 Carnival Valor itinerary?

This itinerary scores 7.1 out of 10 on the Gangwaze Itinerary Safety Score, averaged across 7 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 Valor sail and return on this itinerary?

The Carnival Valor departs New Orleans, Louisiana on Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:00 PM and returns on Saturday, May 10th, 2025 at 6:00 AM. Total duration: 16 nights.

Who is the cruise director for the Carnival Valor sailing on April 24, 2025?

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

Can I track price drops for this Carnival Valor itinerary?

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Last Updated: May 21, 2026