Where is Carnival Valor today?
In Progreso, Yucatan, Mexico
In port 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM local time, on day 4 of a 5-night Mexico & Central America cruise from New Orleans (Nov 9 to 14).
Next: New Orleans, Louisiana, Sat Nov 14 arriving 8:00 AM.
Scheduled position from Carnival Cruise Line's published itinerary, not live tracking. Ports can change for weather. Updated daily.
Next departure, Sat Nov 14: 5 nights from $518
Upcoming Carnival Valor cruises from $308 per person. See upcoming sailings ↓
Current cruise, day by day
5-night Mexico & Central America cruise, New Orleans round trip
Nov 9 to 14, 2026 · Cozumel and Progreso.
Where Carnival Valor sails, month by month
Carnival Valor sails from New Orleans from December 2026 to May 2027 and Mobile from May to November 2027 on 4-, 5-, 6- and 8-night cruises. From December 2026 to November 2027 its most frequent stops are Cozumel (37 calls), Celebration Key (26) and Progreso (23). It also has longer sailings of 14 nights in September 2027.
- Dec 2026New Orleans · 7 sailings4, 5 nightsSee sailings →
- Jan 2027New Orleans · 6 sailings4, 5 nightsSee sailings →
- Feb 2027New Orleans · 6 sailings4, 5 nightsSee sailings →
- Mar 2027New Orleans · 7 sailings4, 5 nightsSee sailings →
- Apr 2027New Orleans · 6 sailings4, 5 nightsSee sailings →
- May 2027New Orleans · 6 sailings4 to 8 nightsSee sailings →
- Jun 2027Mobile · 4 sailings6, 8 nightsSee sailings →
- Jul 2027Mobile · 4 sailings6, 8 nightsSee sailings →
- Aug 2027Mobile · 5 sailings6, 8 nightsSee sailings →
- Sep 2027Mobile · 4 sailings6, 8, 14 nightsSee sailings →
- Oct 2027Mobile · 4 sailings6, 8 nightsSee sailings →
- Nov 2027Mobile · 4 sailings6, 7, 8 nightsSee sailings →
Counts cover December 2026 to November 2027 from our listings (a port call is one port on one day). Carnival Cruise Line may add sailings later. Each month opens that month's Carnival Valor sailings with prices.
Carnival Valor at a glance
Carnival Valor is a Carnival Cruise Line cruise ship in the Conquest class. It entered service in 2004 (22 years ago) and was last refurbished in 2025. It carries 2,974 passengers and 1,180 crew, about 2.5 passengers per crew member. At 110,239 gross tons and 290 m (951 ft) long, it is a large ship with 13 decks and 1,492 cabins. It was built by Fincantieri (Monfalcone, Italy) and sails under the flag of Panama.
The Carnival Valor is a contemporary cruise ship that entered service in 2004 as part of Carnival Cruise Line's Conquest-class fleet. Registered in Panama City, the ship carries up to 2,974 passengers and operates with a crew of 1,180 across 13 decks.
As a mainstream cruise vessel, the Valor delivers the casual, value-focused cruise experience Carnival is known for, balancing onboard activities and amenities with accessible pricing. The ship's capacity and deck configuration make it well-suited for a variety of itineraries and destinations.
Whether you're booking a short getaway or a longer voyage, the Valor provides reliable service and accommodations typical of Carnival's contemporary fleet.
Carnival Valor specs
- Class
- Conquest
- Built
- 2004
- Refurbished
- 2025
- Gross Tonnage
- 110,239 GT
- Length
- 290 m
- Passengers
- 2,974
- Cabins
- 1,492
- Crew
- 1,180
- Decks
- 13
- Builder
- Fincantieri (Monfalcone, Italy)
- Flag
- Panama
- Age
- 22 years old
- Size
- Large
- Space Ratio
- 37.1 GT/pax
- Passenger-to-Crew
- 2.5:1
- Sister Ships
- 4 others in class
- Fleet Rank
- 17th largest of 31
- Typical Cruise
- 6 nights
- Primary Region
- Mexico & Central America
- Next Sailing
- Nov 14, 2026
- Family
- Kids Club on board
🍽️ Dining & Bars
🎭 Entertainment
🏊 Recreation
👨👩👧 Family
🧖 Wellness & Relaxation
📚 Lifestyle
Carnival Valor FAQ
Where is Carnival Valor right now?
According to Carnival Cruise Line's published itinerary, Carnival Valor is scheduled to be in Progreso, Yucatan, Mexico today (Thursday, November 12, 2026), from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, on day 4 of a 5-night Mexico & Central America cruise from New Orleans. It returns to New Orleans on November 14. This is the scheduled position, not live tracking.
Where does Carnival Valor sail from?
Based on our listings as of November 12, 2026, Carnival Valor sails from New Orleans, Louisiana from December 2026 to May 2027 and Mobile, Alabama from May to November 2027 on 4-, 5-, 6- and 8-night cruises.
What ports does Carnival Valor visit?
Based on our listings as of November 12, 2026, Carnival Valor calls most often at Cozumel, Mexico (37 calls), Celebration Key, Bahamas (26), Progreso, Yucatan, Mexico (23), Nassau, Bahamas (13) and Bimini, Bahamas (12), counting calls from December 2026 to November 2027. Its sailings in that period visit 17 ports in all.
How many passengers does Carnival Valor carry?
Carnival Valor carries 2,974 passengers in 1,492 cabins. It has 1,180 crew, about 2.5 passengers per crew member.
When was Carnival Valor built and how old is it?
Carnival Valor entered service in 2004, so it is 22 years old. It was last refurbished in 2025.
How big is Carnival Valor?
Carnival Valor is 110,239 gross tons and 290 m (951 ft) long, with 13 decks. That makes it a large ship.
How many crew work on Carnival Valor?
Carnival Valor has 1,180 crew.
What class of ship is Carnival Valor?
Carnival Valor belongs to the Conquest class, which has 4 other ships we track.
Which cruise line operates Carnival Valor?
Carnival Valor is operated by Carnival Cruise Line.
Where was Carnival Valor built?
Carnival Valor was built by Fincantieri (Monfalcone, Italy).
How much does a cruise on Carnival Valor cost?
The cheapest upcoming Carnival Valor cruise we track starts from $308. Fares change daily, so set a price alert on a sailing to be emailed when it drops.
Carnival Valor prices
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