Carnival Valor: 5-Night Cruise from New Orleans - December 21, 2026
STARTING AT
$642.00
per person
Carnival Valor
5 NIGHT CRUISE
SAILING FROM
New Orleans, Louisiana on Dec 21st, 2026
DISEMBARK
New Orleans, Louisiana on Dec 26th, 2026
5 Nights
ITINERARY
New Orleans, Louisiana
December 21, 2026Departs 3:30 pmNew Orleans buzzes with jazz, Creole cuisine, and colorful architecture, where riverfront energy meets historic charm on every street corner.
Explore New Orleans, LouisianaCaptain's TipYour cruise departs from New Orleans, Louisiana on the Carnival Valor, carrying thousands of passengers. Fly in the day before to protect against flight disruptions - the ship won't wait. If you're given an assigned boarding time, showing up earlier sometimes works but isn't guaranteed. Complete your online check-in before arrival. Sample local food, enjoy live music, and plan extra time for festivals or parades that may coincide with your visit.
Day at Sea — December 22, 2026
December 22, 2026
Cozumel, Mexico
December 23, 20268:00 am – 4:00 pmCozumel feels like warm Caribbean water and reef blue horizons, palm lined beaches nearby, tacos in the air, and island time settling in fast.
Explore Cozumel, MexicoCaptain's TipYou'll have 8 hours hours to explore Cozumel, Mexico, from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. The west side of Cozumel offers calm water and excellent visibility, ideal for snorkeling and swimming.
Progreso, Mexico
December 24, 20268:00 am – 4:00 pmProgreso is a lively Yucatan port with sun kissed beaches, colorful streets, and local charm, offering cruise visitors easy access to culture, cuisine, and coastal beauty.
Explore Progreso, MexicoCaptain's TipThe Carnival Valor will be offloading over 2,000 passengers into Progreso, Mexico. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the smoothest way to bypass terminal congestion - these groups often get priority disembarkation. The waterfront promenade is the heart of Progreso, lined with shops, cafes, and local vendors.
Day at Sea — December 25, 2026
December 25, 2026Return to New Orleans, Louisiana
December 26, 2026Arrives 8:00 amNew Orleans buzzes with jazz, Creole cuisine, and colorful architecture, where riverfront energy meets historic charm on every street corner.
Explore New Orleans, LouisianaCaptain's TipYour cruise ends in New Orleans, Louisiana, where the Carnival Valor is scheduled to dock at 8:00 am. With over 2,000 passengers, disembarkation groups are called over a one to two hour window - once your group is called, you'll be off in about 15 minutes. Self-assist lets you walk off first. Book your flight at least five hours after the ship's scheduled arrival. The city is known for festivals, riverfront walks, and vibrant neighborhoods, offering a dynamic experience that balances entertainment, tradition, and local charm.
ITINERARY MAP
Carnival Valor
INCLUDED IN FARE
Shaq's restaurant is no one-trick chick. Step up to the counter for lunch or dinner and walk away with your choice of chicken sandwiches, crispy chicken strips or juicy fried chicken baskets. Breakfast features classics like chicken biscuits, a three-cheese omelet or biscuit/egg combo featuring bacon or sausage, and breakfast is served until 3!
INCLUDED IN FARE
The BlueIguana Cantina™ features freshly made tacos and burritos stuffed specially for your enjoyment. Throw homemade tortillas and salsa into the mix, and you have a casual dining experience that will make you say “mmmm” (which is actually Iguanese for “more, please”).
ADDITIONAL COST
A cruise is the perfect time to treat yourself to something sweet, and Cherry On Top happens to be the perfect place. You'll find this well-stocked lolly-and-more-store not only great for enjoying some of your confectionery favorites, but the place to pick up food and apparel gifts for that special someone, even if — admit it — that someone happens to be you!
INCLUDED IN FARE
At a dining room dinner, you'll get a full three courses in an experience that’s filling, but never stuffy — after all, you’re just as likely to catch waiters table-dancing as you are to order dessert. But don’t skip straight to dessert, because the main course is the main attraction — drop in daily and enjoy a rotating menu of delectable favorites like steak, roasted duck, scallops and prime rib.
