Carnival Valor itinerary map for December 7, 2026
Carnival Valor
Carnival Valor
December 7, 2026
5 Night Western Caribbean

Carnival Valor December 7, 2026

The Carnival Valor December 7, 2026 cruise departs from New Orleans, Louisiana. On this 5 Night Western Caribbean (New Orleans Roundtrip) sailing, the Carnival Valor will visit a total of 3 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The ship sets sail on Monday, Dec 7th and returns on Saturday, Dec 12th, 2026.

Cruise Length
5
Night Cruise
Departure Port
New Orleans
Louisiana
Port Stops
3
Sea Days
2
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Cruise Price

Carnival Valor · December 7, 2026

The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Valor cruise ship departing December 7, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $304 ($61 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $442 ($89 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 31%.

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$304
Current price
31% below average
Average price: $442
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Carnival Valor · December 7, 2026

The Carnival Valor sails on December 7, 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 Dec 12th at 7:00 AM. During the 6-day journey, the Carnival Valor will visit 2 additional ports and will spend 2 days at sea.

Cruise itinerary route

5 Night Western Caribbean (New Orleans Roundtrip)

  • DEC07
    New Orleans, Louisiana
    New Orleans, Louisiana
    A: — - D: 2:30 PM
  • DEC08
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC09
    Cozumel, Mexico
    Cozumel, Mexico
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • DEC10
    Progreso (Merida), Mexico
    Progreso (Merida), Mexico
    A: 7:00 AM - D: 3:00 PM
  • DEC11
    At Sea
    At Sea
    A: — - D: —
  • DEC12
    New Orleans, Louisiana
    New Orleans, Louisiana
    A: 7:00 AM - D: —
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Cruise Ports

December 7, 2026 · 5 Night Western Caribbean (New Orleans Roundtrip)

New Orleans, Louisiana
Day 1•Monday, Dec 7

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. (126 words)

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At Sea
Day 2•Tuesday, Dec 8

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

Cozumel, Mexico
Day 3•Wednesday, Dec 9

Cozumel, Mexico

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 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. (126 words)

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Progreso (Merida), Mexico
Day 4•Thursday, Dec 10

Progreso (Merida), Mexico

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: 3:00 PM

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)

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At Sea
Day 5•Friday, Dec 11

At Sea

Arrival: 11:00 PM•Departure: 10:59 PM

Enjoy onboard activities and ocean views during this sea day.

New Orleans, Louisiana
Day 6•Saturday, Dec 12

New Orleans, Louisiana

Arrival: 7:00 AM•Departure: —

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)

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Shore Excursions

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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
62 / 100
safer than 62% of all cruises
62
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.
7
/ 10
Cozumel, Mexico
Cozumel
Cozumel is generally safe for tourists, but remain vigilant against petty crime and avoid risks in surrounding areas.
6
/ 10
Progreso (Merida), Mexico
Progreso
Progreso is generally safe for travelers, but it's crucial to stay vigilant against pickpocketing and scams, especially in crowded areas.

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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Itinerary FAQ

How many nights is the Carnival Valor sailing on December 7, 2026?

This is a 5-night cruise itinerary departing from New Orleans, Louisiana.

What ports does the Carnival Valor visit on the December 7, 2026 cruise?

This route includes new-orleans-louisiana, cozumel-mexico, progreso-merida-mexico.

How many sea days are included on this Carnival Valor December 7, 2026 itinerary?

This itinerary includes 2 sea days.

Who is the cruise director for the Carnival Valor sailing on December 7, 2026?

Cruise director assignment data is not currently available for this sail date.

How is the itinerary safety score calculated for this cruise?

The itinerary safety score combines port-level safety indicators such as travel advisories, local risk signals, and historical context into a single overall score for this specific route.

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