Coastal view of a beach in Rosario Islands in Cartagena, Colombia

Cartagena

Carnival Journeys

16-Day Panama Canal from Seattle, WA

Carnival Spirit
Start: Seattle > Cabo San Lucas >Puntarenas >Panama Canal Transit >Cartagena >End: New Orleans
Sat Oct 11, 2025 - Mon Oct 27, 2025
From$1,213*
average per person, 2 person room

Cruise Itinerary

boat docked in the blue waters
carnival journeys

Carnival Journeys

Some take vacations… and some take their vacation further. Carnival Journeys is a limited series of special sailings that’s made to amaze, starting with great destinations and less-traveled routes to get you there. Board a Carnival Journeys cruise and you’re on course for enriching experiences aboard, amazing destinations ashore, classic cruising flair and more.

Visit Seattle Washington with Carnival Cruise Line

Day 1: Seattle

Departs at 5:00 PM
Cruises departing from Seattle are your ticket to some of the most breathtaking scenery on Earth — they’ll take you straight to Alaska! But there is plenty to see before or after your cruise, too. Carnival...
guests relaxing on their lounge chairs in the spa onboard a carnival cruise

Day 2, 3, 4 & 5: Fun Day at Sea

No port today! It’s a great time to explore your ship and its exciting entertainment, food and activities! Or take it easy at the pool, spa, or... if you book a room with a balcony, enjoy the waves.
Beautiful view of complex rock formations in the blue oceans of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Day 6: Cabo San Lucas

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
If you’re looking for a beautiful cruise destination to call your own, cruises to Cabo San Lucas should be at the top of your list. You’ll return home with spectacular vacation photos that get all the...
Guests dancing to the tune of the band playing onboard a carnival cruise

Day 7, 8 & 9: Fun Day at Sea

No port today! It’s a great time to explore your ship and its exciting entertainment, food and activities! Or take it easy at the pool, spa, or... if you book a room with a balcony, enjoy the waves.
Ocean mist cascading over a beautiful coast in Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Day 10: Puntarenas

7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Bordering a gentle stretch of sand kissed by Pacific breezes, the former rough-and-tumble port town of Puntarenas, Costa Rica is now a laid-back seaside retreat. With a Puntarenas cruise, you can stroll...
Lost at the sea

Day 11: Fun Day at Sea

No port today! It’s a great time to explore your ship and its exciting entertainment, food and activities! Or take it easy at the pool, spa, or... if you book a room with a balcony, enjoy the waves.
Aerial view of rich vegetation alongside the Panama Canal

Day 12: Panama Canal Transit

Zoom your map way out and Panama looks like a small sliver of land, so a trip through its famous canal is a quickie, right? But not so fast — traversing the Panama Canal actually takes at least 20 hours!...
Beautiful view of the city of Cartagena, Colombia during broad daylight

Day 13: Cartagena

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Considering cruises to Colombia? You’ll want to make sure Cartagena is at the top of your vacation list. If you tell someone you’re planning on visiting Cartagena, make sure you tell ‘em which one — Colombia’s...
guests having fun playing craps in the casino onboard a carnival cruise

Day 14, 15 & 16: Fun Day at Sea

No port today! It’s a great time to explore your ship and its exciting entertainment, food and activities! Or take it easy at the pool, spa, or... if you book a room with a balcony, enjoy the waves.
balconies on a building in New Orleans

Day 17: New Orleans

Arrives at 8:00 AM

A Carnival cruise from New Orleans is your chance to discover the unmistakable charm and flavor of the Crescent City. Before or after you cruise, take a little time to explore the French Quarter — romantic...

carnival spirit sets sail at sea

Get to Know Carnival Spirit

Carnival Spirit is more than a ship, but an unforgettable vacation experience you’ll be reliving for a long time. Whether you’re after something that’s action-packed or just want to relax and unwind, this ship has what you’re looking for. (Our suggestion: choose both!)

There’s heaps of fun to be had, and there’s definitely something in it for everyone; little ones, big ones and the whole family. We’re talking about a mini-golf course, two-deck fitness center, jogging track, Serenity Adult-Only Retreat, pools, a spa and more. And playing it cool isn’t hard at WaterWorks — after all, you’re among waterslides like Green Thunder — plus you can always cool down, or warm up, with a dip in our domed swimming pool. Keep the kids entertained with three age-appropriate youth programs that give them plenty of choice on activities and fun chances to make new friends.

Our recommendation: sail hungry. After all, you’ll be enjoying meals in three-course style in the Empire Restaurant or just go ahead and build a meal with as many courses as you like at the casual-style, variety-packed Lido Restaurant. Speaking of casual, the trio of RedFrog® Pub, Guy’s Burger Joint and BlueIguana Cantina each put their own delicious spins on flavor itself. To get a little fancy, sit down at Nouveau Steakhouse. To get a lot un-fancy — and we mean this in the most delicious way possible — check out late-night soft-serve or pizza!

When the sun goes down, the fun’s over. Nope, just kidding! Carnival Spirit features bars and lounges, plus entertainment that’s great for when you’re feeling like live comedy, musical performances and more. Feel like helping out a little? All the vocal cords are encouraged to participate at the piano bar. Feeling lucky? The casino’s right over there.

Carnival Spirit is no stranger to amazing vacations… and hopes you won’t be a stranger either!

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