Carnival Splendor
9-Day Vanuatu & New Caledonia
May 17, 2027 – May 26, 20279 nightsRound trip from Sydney
9-Day Vanuatu & New Caledonia is a 9-night Carnival Cruise Line cruise on Carnival Splendor, sailing May 17, 2027 round trip from Sydney. It calls at Mystery Island, Lifou and Noumea. The lowest current fare is $779 per person for Interior. Taxes & fees included. Gratuities extra, about $17 per person per day ($19 in suites).
- Length
- 9 nights
- Departs
- May 17, 2027, Sydney
- Returns
- May 26, 2027, Sydney
- Ports of call
- 4
- Days at sea
- 5
- Ship
- Carnival Splendor
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Itinerary
- Day 1May 17
Sydney, Australia
Depart 3:45 PM
Embark
About Sydney
Sydney is the largest city on Cape Breton Island, which is linked by causeway to the rest of Nova Scotia. Sydney's attractions start at the harbor, where visitors can shop for locally made crafts and see the world's largest fiddle, which towers beside the port's cruise pavilion.

- Day 2May 18
At sea
- Day 3May 19
At sea
- Day 4May 20
At sea
- Day 5May 21
Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM
About Mystery Island
Situated at the southern tip of the Vanuatu archipelago, beckons with its pristine allure. Its crystal-clear waters and powdery shores, swaying beneath the shade of coconut-laden palm trees, make it a captivating destination.
- Day 6May 22
Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM
About Lifou
Lifou is the main island of the Loyalty Islands, a group within New Caledonia in the Pacific Ocean, east of Australia. New Caledonia belongs to France as an overseas territory. The local name is Drehu, and older English writing gave Lifu or Lefu.

- Day 7May 23
Arrive 8:00 AMDepart 5:00 PM
About Noumea
Noumea, the capital of New Caledonia, is both cosmopolitan and French, a thriving seaport as well as a commercial and industrial center. Enjoy your day here on Noumea, a tropical paradise with a distinctive geography and charm all its own.

- Day 8May 24
At sea
- Day 9May 25
At sea
- Day 10May 26
Sydney, Australia
Arrive 6:30 AM
Disembark
About Sydney
Sydney is the largest city on Cape Breton Island, which is linked by causeway to the rest of Nova Scotia. Sydney's attractions start at the harbor, where visitors can shop for locally made crafts and see the world's largest fiddle, which towers beside the port's cruise pavilion.
Carnival Splendor
Carnival Splendor is a Carnival Cruise Line ship carrying up to 3,012 guests across its decks. Staterooms range from Interior and Porthole to Cloud 9 Spa Interior and Interior with Picture Window, plus Interior Upper/Lower options. Dining includes Guy's Burger Joint, Pizzeria del Capitano and The Chef's Table, with the Alchemy Bar for a drink.
- Guests
- 3,012
- Crew
- 1,150
- Tonnage
- 113,573
- Length
- 952
Dining and venues
- Guy's Burger Joint
- Pizzeria del Capitano
- Steakhouse
- The Carnival Deli
- Seafood Shack
- The Chef's Table
- Mongolian Wok
- Seaday Brunch
- Swirls
- 24-Hour Room Service
- Alchemy Bar
- Sports Bar
- The Punchliner Comedy Club
- Green Lightning Waterslide
- Serenity Adult-Only Retreat
- Dive-In Movies
- Cloud 9 Spa
- Playlist Productions
- Mini Golf
- Video Arcade
Deck plans
Staterooms
Per person, double occupancy
Interior
Cloud 9 Spa Interior · Interior with Picture Window (Walkway View) · Interior · Porthole · Interior Upper/Lower (Porthole) · Interior Upper/Lower
We've taken the warm essence of our Cloud 9 Spa and infused it into your room, plus you’ll get exclusive spa perks for maximum relaxation.
$779
Ocean View
Cloud 9 Spa Ocean View (Walkway View) · Scenic Ocean View · Ocean View · Ocean View (Obstructed View)
The best way to enjoy the relaxing, invigorating Cloud 9 Spa while on a cruise is in a spa stateroom, and this one fits the bill, providing comfy accommodations and convenient, priority access to treatments and services at the Cloud 9 Spa. (Note that rooms of this type have obstructed views.)
$983
Balcony
Premium Vista Balcony · Cloud 9 Spa Balcony · Aft-View Extended Balcony · Balcony
Premium Vista Balcony staterooms were designed to wrap around the aft corners of Carnival Splendor, giving you a unique vantage point from which to enjoy luxuriously panoramic views of the sky and the sea — and yes, take in even more of that sunshine.
$1,331
Suite
Captain's Suite · Grand Suite · Cloud 9 Spa Suite · Ocean Suite
This is the best room you can get… without bunking up with the guy himself. A Captain’s Suite aboard Carnival Splendor features tons of indoor space, and a huge balcony when you need a little more. Back inside you’ll find a king-size bed, two full bathrooms (one with whirlpool tub), plus a separate living room that sleeps another three. And VIP check-in? Naturally.
$1,682
Prices per person, double occupancy. Taxes & fees included. Gratuities extra, about $17 per person per day ($19 in suites).
Dates and prices
9 nights, 9-Day Vanuatu & New Caledonia
On Carnival Splendor
- Dec 17, 2026 – Dec 26, 2026Carnival SplendorFrom $1,311
- Feb 4, 2027 – Feb 13, 2027Carnival SplendorFrom $947
- Mar 9, 2027 – Mar 18, 2027Carnival SplendorFrom $851
- May 17, 2027 – May 26, 2027Carnival Splendor · this sailingFrom $779
- Jun 7, 2027 – Jun 16, 2027Carnival SplendorFrom $762
- Oct 22, 2027 – Oct 31, 2027Carnival SplendorFrom $817
- Feb 3, 2028 – Feb 12, 2028Carnival SplendorFrom $728
- Mar 8, 2028 – Mar 17, 2028Carnival SplendorFrom $728
- Apr 18, 2028 – Apr 27, 2028Carnival SplendorFrom $824
- May 15, 2028 – May 24, 2028Carnival SplendorFrom $718
- Jun 5, 2028 – Jun 14, 2028Carnival SplendorFrom $731
- Jul 11, 2028 – Jul 20, 2028Carnival SplendorFrom $808
- Mar 6, 2029 – Mar 15, 2029Carnival SplendorFrom $735
- Apr 15, 2029 – Apr 24, 2029Carnival SplendorFrom $832
- Apr 28, 2029 – May 7, 2029Carnival SplendorFrom $730
- May 30, 2029 – Jun 8, 2029Carnival SplendorFrom $725
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Questions about 9-Day Vanuatu & New Caledonia on Carnival Splendor
How much does the 9-Day Vanuatu & New Caledonia cruise on Carnival Splendor cost?
Fares start at $779 per person (Interior). Lowest current fare by cabin type: Interior $779, Ocean View $983, Balcony $1,331 and Suite $1,682. Taxes & fees included. Gratuities extra, about $17 per person per day ($19 in suites).
Where does this cruise leave from and what does it visit?
Round trip from Sydney. Ports: Mystery Island, Lifou and Noumea.
What is included in the fare?
Taxes & fees included. Gratuities extra, about $17 per person per day ($19 in suites).
What is the cheapest date for this cruise?
Of 21 dates with a current fare, May 15, 2028 on Carnival Splendor is lowest at $718 per person.
How do I book this cruise?
Send a request and an advisor confirms the current fare and availability and books it for you. You do not pay on the website.






