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Carnival Valor itinerary map for December 3, 2026 (4 nights)
Carnival Valor itinerary map for December 3, 2026 (4 nights)
4 nights · 2 ports
Round-trip · New Orleans, Louisiana
CarnivalCarnival Valor

Carnival Valor
December 3, 2026

4-Night Western Caribbean aboard Carnival Valor · Departing December 3, 2026 from the Port of New Orleans, Louisiana.

Interior from$302/ guest · taxes & fees incl.
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// AT A GLANCE

This 4-night cruise aboard the Valor departs from New Orleans, Louisiana on Thursday, December 3, 2026 and returns on Monday, Dec 7th. December weather across this route averages 79°/43°F.

The itinerary safety score for this sailing is 6.3 out of 10 — New Orleans (5.5), Cozumel (7.0).

ITINERARY SAFETY SCORE
6.3OUT OF 10
CAUTION TIER
Safer than 63% of all cruises
Ranked across every sailing in our database.
LEAST SAFESAFEST
FULL BREAKDOWN →
01
4
night cruise
Thu → Mon
02
New Orleans
departure port
Louisiana
03
2
port stops
Caribbean
04
2
sea days
Day 2
// ON THIS PAGE10 SECTIONS
01Roll Call↓02Cruise Price Tracker↓03Itinerary map↓04Cruise ports↓05Weather↓06Shore excursions↓07Safety score↓08Cruise ship↓09Cruise director↓10FAQ↓

The Carnival Valor, operated by Carnival Cruise Line, sets sail on Thursday, December 3, 2026 from New Orleans, Louisiana for a 4-night Western Caribbean cruise. This itinerary includes 2 unique port stops and 2 days at sea. December weather across the route averages 79°F highs and 43°F lows. The itinerary safety score is 6.3 out of 10, combining travel advisories, crime statistics, and Global Peace Index data. Cabin fares start from $302, 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 Valor sailing.

// WHO'S ONBOARD YOUR CRUISE

Carnival Valor December 3, 2026 Roll Call

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// 02 · CRUISE PRICE

Carnival Valor December 3, 2026 Price & Tracking

CARNIVAL VALOR·DECEMBER 3, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Valor cruise ship departing December 3, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $302 ($76 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $437 ($110 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 31%.

Carnival Valor cruise departing December 3, 2026 — 4-night itinerary. Current Inside Cabin price: $302 ($76 per night). Average price: $437.

// PRICE HISTORY · INSIDE
Last 6 months · refreshes daily
This cabin
Avg $425
LIVE RATE
INSIDE CABIN
Carnival Valor · December 3, 2026
$302
$76 per night · 4 nights
↓
29% below average
Avg $425 · You save $123

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// 03 · ITINERARY

4 Night Western Caribbean (New Orleans Roundtrip) Cruise Map

Interactive Itinerary MapDECEMBER 3, 2026
The Carnival Valor sails on December 3, 2026 for a 4 Night Western Caribbean (New Orleans Roundtrip) (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 Dec 7th at 7:00 AM. During the 5-day journey, the Carnival Valor will visit 1 additional port and will spend 2 days at sea.
// CRUISE PORT SCHEDULE
Carnival Valor
DECEMBER 3, 2026
5 STOPSSCROLL FOR ALL ↓
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4 NIGHTS · 1 PORTS
ROUND-TRIP · NEW ORLEANS
// 04 · PORTS

4 Night Western Caribbean (New Orleans Roundtrip) Port List

Carnival Valor·December 3, 2026
New Orleans, Louisiana — Day 1 of Carnival Valor December 3, 2026 cruise
DAY
1
EMBARKATION
THURSDAY·DEC 3

New Orleans

Louisiana
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
—
2:30 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.

DECEMBER FORECAST
54°F avg · Avg
Cozumel, Mexico — Day 3 of Carnival Valor December 3, 2026 cruise
DAY
3
PORT 2
SATURDAY·DEC 5

Cozumel

Mexico
ARRIVAL
DEPARTURE
7:00 AM
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.

DECEMBER FORECAST
75°F avg · Avg
// 05 · WEATHER

4 Night Western Caribbean (New Orleans Roundtrip) Weather Forecast

Carnival Valor·December 3, 2026
DEC FORECAST · NEW ORLEANS
Historical monthly averages for travelers visiting this port.
54°
AVG · °F
Mostly sunny days
AVG HIGH
76°
AVG LOW
32°
AVG RAINFALL
5.1"
Source: 30-year historical climate averages via Open-Meteo
// YEAR-ROUND AT NEW ORLEANS
Average monthly temperature and rainfall. Your sail month is highlighted.
AVG TEMP °FRAINFALL IN
54°JANFEBMARAPRMAYJUNJULAUGSEPOCTNOVDEC12-MONTH AVERAGE · DATA: 30-YEAR HISTORICAL
// 06 · SHORE EXCURSIONS

Carnival Valor December 3, 2026 Excursions

Carnival Valor·December 3, 2026

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
EMBEDDED · POWERED BY VIATOR

Browse shore excursions for each port on this Carnival Valor itinerary. Tours, activities, and transfers are provided by Viator.

Pricing & availability provided by Viator. Book directly from listing.
See all New Orleans excursions
// 07 · SAFETY SCORE

Itinerary Safety Score

4 Night Western Caribbean (New Orleans Roundtrip)

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
CAUTION TIER
0OUT OF 100
LOWHIGH
Safer than 63% of all cruises
6.3/10 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 BREAKDOWN02 PORTS
01

New Orleans 🇺🇸

Louisiana · United StatesCAUTION

Travelers in New Orleans should remain vigilant and cautious, especially outside tourist areas and after dark, due to higher crime rates.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
02

Cozumel 🇲🇽

Mexico · MexicoMODERATE

Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.

0.0/10
SAFETY SCORE
// 08 · CRUISE SHIP

Carnival Valor Ship Overview

Specs & DetailsCARNIVAL
Carnival Valor
CARNIVAL · CONQUEST
CHRISTENED
2004
STATEROOMS
1,490
TONNAGE
110,000GT
9.2% BELOW AVG· vs avg 121,145 GT
YEAR BUILT
2004
5 YEARS OLDER· vs avg 2009
LENGTH
952ft
4.1% BELOW AVG· vs avg 992 ft
PASSENGER COUNT
3,756cruisers
9.7% BELOW AVG· vs avg 4,158 cruisers
// ABOUT THE SHIP

The Carnival 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 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.

// INSIDE THE FULL SHIP PAGE
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Carnival Valor
  • Size comparison chart against other ships
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  • Renovation and dry-dock schedule
  • FAQs about Carnival Valor
Full Carnival Valor Ship Info
// 09 · CRUISE DIRECTOR

Cruise Director

On duty at sail date·December 3, 2026
Sinclair Hammerbach — cruise director
ON STAGE
CRUISE DIRECTOR · CARNIVAL VALOR

Sinclair Hammerbach

From USA🌍

Sinclair Hammerbach is a Carnival Cruise Line cruise director, described as a Texas native, and currently serves as cruise director on Carnival Breeze out of Galveston. She shares updates and cruise-life moments on her public pages.

CONTRACT
CARNIVAL VALOR
YOUR SAIL · DECEMBER 3, 2026
STARTS
Sep 10, 2026
ENDS
Jan 9, 2027
// 10 · FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for yourCarnival Valor·December 3, 2026sailing

  • The lowest currently-tracked fare for this sailing is $302 for an Inside cabin. Pricing is updated daily — see the live price chart above for the latest snapshots.

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