Carnival Valor - 1/19/2026
The January 19, 2026 cruise on the Carnival Valor departs from New Orleans, Louisiana. On this 5 Night Western Caribbean (New Orleans Roundtrip) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 3 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Valor sets sail on Monday, Jan 19th and returns on Saturday, Jan 24th.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Valor cruise ship departing January 19, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $354 ($71 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $410 ($83 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 14%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Carnival Valor - January 19, 2026 - 5 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jan 18th | New Orleans, Louisiana |
| 2 | Jan 19th | At Sea |
| 3 | Jan 21st | Cozumel, Mexico |
| 4 | Jan 22nd | Progreso (Merida), Mexico |
| 5 | Jan 22nd | At Sea |
| 6 | Jan 24th | New Orleans, Louisiana |
The Carnival Valor sails on January 19, 2026 for a 5 Night Western Caribbean (New Orleans Roundtrip). The ship will depart the port of New Orleans, Louisiana at 2:30 PM and will return to the port of New Orleans, Louisiana on Jan 24th at 7:00 AM. During the 6-day journey, the Carnival Valor will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 2 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 Valor
CARNIVAL VALOR SIZE
The Valor has a construction date of 2004 and a total size of 110,000 gross tons. The ship measures 952 feet (290 meters) in length. Carnival Valor is included in Carnival’s Conquest Class. At full capacity, the Carnival Valor holds 4,936 passengers. That includes 3,756 cruise vacationers and 1,180 staff members. The Valor total number of staterooms is 1,490.
Carnival Valor Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:110,000 GT
- Length:952 ft (290 m)
- Beam:116 ft (35 m)
- Draft:27 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:26 mph (23 kn)
- Year Built:2004
- Years Served:2004 - Present
- Capacity:3,756
- Crew Members:1,180
- Total on Board:4,936
- Total Staterooms:1,490
- Flagged Country:Panama
- Ship Cost:500 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Carnival Valor 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.
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Cruise Ports
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. (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!
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. (126 words)
Progreso (Merida), Mexico, offers docking at Progreso Port with excursions to Merida. Travelers explore Chichen Itza and Merida’s Plaza Grande. Excursions include cenote swimming. Local markets sell cochinita pibil. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Mayan pyramids and Gulf vistas. Dining onboard includes sopa de lima, a Yucatecan favorite. Souvenirs, like hammocks, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Mayan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while water shoes enhance cenote exploration. Progreso’s cultural gateway offers a vibrant Mexican stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of ancient ruins and scenic coasts, making Progreso 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!
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. (126 words)