September 5, 2026
5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from New Orleans
From
$477
Price / day
$95
Carnival Valor|Carnival Glory
Carnival Valor vs Carnival Glory
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Carnival Valor
Built in 2004
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Valor
$112 / day
$9 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Carnival Valor vs Carnival Glory: Quick Comparison
Carnival Valor is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2004, it is 1 year newer than Carnival Glory, which entered service in 2003. Carnival Valor has upcoming sailings in Western Caribbean, while Carnival Glory has sailings in Bahamas. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Valor has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | Carnival Valor | Carnival Glory |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2004Newer | 2003 |
| Gross Tonnage | 110,000 GT | 110,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,980 | 2,980 |
| Space per Passenger | 36.9 GT | 36.9 GT |
| Length | 290.2 m | 290.2 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Valor vs Carnival Glory
Age
Carnival Valor was built in 2004, making it 1 year newer than Carnival Glory, which was built in 2003.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Valor (Western Caribbean) and Carnival Glory (Bahamas) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Valor has the lower average starting price per day at $112 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Valor
5-Day Western Caribbean from New Orleans, LA
- Departure Port
- New Orleans
- Region
- Western Caribbean
- Nights
- 5
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026New Orleans
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Cozumel
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Progreso
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026New Orleans
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Carnival Glory
3-Day The Bahamas from Port Canaveral (Orlando), FL
- Departure Port
- Port Canaveral
- Region
- Bahamas
- Nights
- 3
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Port Canaveral
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026Celebration Key™
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Port Canaveral
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Valor
September 10, 2026
4-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from New Orleans
From
$514
Price / day
$129
Carnival Glory
September 4, 2026
3-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$505
Price / day
$168
September 7, 2026
4-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$292
Price / day
$73
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Valor
Average
$112 / day
VS
Carnival Glory
Average
$121 / day
Carnival Valor has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$112/day vs $121/day
About $9 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown and may not represent like-for-like itineraries.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Carnival Valor if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You want to sail in Western Caribbean.
- Departing from New Orleans works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Choose Carnival Glory if…
- You want to sail in Bahamas.
- Departing from Port Canaveral works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Carnival Valor.
Carnival Valor vs Carnival Glory: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Valor
Built in 2004
1 year newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Valor
$112 / day
About $9 less per day
- Carnival Valor is 1 year newer.
- Both ships have the same gross tonnage.
- Both ships carry the same number of passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Valor or Carnival Glory?
Carnival Valor is newer. It was built in 2004, while Carnival Glory was built in 2003, making Carnival Valor 1 year newer.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Valor or Carnival Glory?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Valor has the lower average starting price per day at $112 per day versus $121 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Carnival Valor sail?
The upcoming Carnival Valor sailings currently listed cover Western Caribbean, departing from New Orleans.
Where does Carnival Glory sail?
The upcoming Carnival Glory sailings currently listed cover Bahamas, departing from Port Canaveral.
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