Carnival Cruise Vancouver

Carnival Cruises from Vancouver features a single 6-night Northbound Alaska cruise. The cruise departs from Vancouver, BC and ends in Seattle. The itinerary starts with a cruise up the Inside Passage and visits some of Alaska's most colorful towns, including, Ketchikan, with its heavy Native American influence, Skagway and Juneau whose heritage date back to the Alaska gold rush days. ADVISORY:  May sailings from Vancouver does not visit Glacier Bay or Prince William Sound. It is unlikely that you will see glaciers on this cruise. If you want to see glaciers while on this sailing, take the flightseeing (helicopter or fixed-wing aircraft) shore excursion over Glacier Bay when the ship is in Skagway.

12-night Hawaii cruise itineraries are offered by Carnival Cruises from Vancouver. The 12-night Hawaii cruise itinerary spends 5-days crossing the Pacific before arriving in the Hawaiian Islands. In Hawaii, the ship makes port calls in Hilo, Kona, Maui, Kauai and Honolulu. The ship overnights in Maui and Honolulu allowing for extra exploration time.

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Flight Arrival and Departure Times

If you are flying in to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) on the day of your cruise make sure you allow plenty of time to get to the ship. Carnival recommends arriving by 2:00 PM. After your cruise, your flight should not leave before 11:30 AM. Travel time between the Vancouver International Airport and the Canada Place cruise port is, allowing for traffic, 45 minutes. (July 2010)

Parking at the Port of Vancouver

The port has a secure 2-level parking garage at the port. For discounted parking at Canada Place (the cruise terminal), check out Vinci Park Canada Place at least 3 weeks before your cruise. (January 2011)

Other Parking options for the Port of Vancouver

There is an offsite parking lot operated by Cruisepark. Shuttles run between the lot and the cruise terminal. Rates are based on the length of your stay. They only accept credit cards (MasterCard, Visa, American Express.) If you are arriving by car the night before your cruise, several of the hotels in the area may let you leave your car in their lot while you cruise. However, you will need to stay at least one night before your cruise – look for "Park 'n Stay" rates advertised by the hotel. These hotels usually have a shuttle to take you to and from the cruise port. (August 2010)

Getting From Vancouver Airport (YVR) to the Port of Vancouver

Cruise Line transfers are $24 per person each way from YVR. This is compared to $40 CAD for cab fare. Travel time between the Vancouver International Airport and the Canada Place cruise port is, allowing for traffic, 45 minutes.

Online Check-in for your Carnival cruise

Complete the FunPass check-in online at least 3 days prior to your cruise. This will speed up check-in for your Carnival Cruise from Vancouver.

Boarding Time for Carnival Cruises out of Vancouver

Boarding on your Carnival Cruise from Vancouver starts at 12:30 PM. If possible get there early to avoid the lines. You must be checked-in at least 90 minutes prior to the scheduled cruise departure.

Required Travel Documentation

As of June 1, 2009, Passports are required to fly or drive to Vancouver from the U.S. Be sure to check the U.S. State Department's web site for up-to-date information.