5 Day Cruises to Western Caribbean from New Orleans

5-Day Western Caribbean Cruise Quick Facts

How Much Do 5-Day Cruises to Western Caribbean from New Orleans Cost?

The cost of a 5-day cruise ranges somewhere between $300* to $1500+* per person for Western Caribbean from New Orleans.

5-Day Cruise to Western Caribbean from New Orleans Price Ranges by Cabin Type

What's Included in the Price?

• Accommodation: Your selected cabin type equipped with bathroom, and dedicated room space.
• All meals in the main dining spots: All meals like breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included in the multi-course main dining room including a casual multi-station buffet, and signature free pool deck counters.
• Onboard entertainment: You get access to all onboard activities like theater production shows, live music acts, deck parties, waterslides, comedy clubs, and kids club.
• Port taxes and fees: These are some important government-levied fees added to your final checkout price.

Additional Costs to Budget For

• Flights to the New Orleans port: Flying to New Orleans can cost you from $150* to $450+* round trip depending on your city origin.
• Shore excursions: Excursions can cost something around $60* to $150* per person, or you can explore port beach areas freely to save some money.
• Specialty dining: Premium onboard dining venues require an extra cover charge of $20* to $45+* per person.
• Gratuities: An automatic gratuity is added to your onboard account on daily basis.
• Alcoholic beverages: Any individual drink onboard can cost your budget, so instead buy any all-inclusive beverages package that runs $60* to $70+* per person, per day.

Best 5-Day Cruises to Western Caribbean from New Orleans

Carnival Cruise Lines – Carnival Valor

• Route: New Orleans roundtrip
• Ports: New Orleans, La | Cozumel, Mexico | Progreso, Yucatan, Mexico
• Why It’s Popular: It has convenient itineraries, destination highlights such as clear water, beaches, and great value compared to newer, mega-ships.
• Ideal for: Budget travelers, families, and first-time cruisers seeking short, port-intensive Caribbean getaway.

Departure Ports in New Orleans for Western Caribbean Cruises

Western Caribbean cruises from New Orleans depart from the multi-terminal Port of New Orleans known as Port NOLA. It is located along the Mississippi River near downtown and French Quarter.

Cruise Terminals at Port NOLA

• Erato Street Cruise Terminal: Used for Carnival Cruise Line and Disney Cruise Line
• Julia Street Cruise Terminal: Used for Norwegian Cruise Line, and Royal Caribbean International

When to Book Your Western Caribbean Cruise from New Orleans

The best time to book a Western Caribbean cruise out of New Orleans is 6 to 9 months in advance during wave season promotions to secure preferred cabins. For more ideal weather, January through April is perfect month while September through November offers the lowest prices despite higher storm risks.

Booking timeline

• 9 to 12 months Advance: Best time to book unique suites, specific cabin locations or holiday sailing.
• 6 to 9 months in Advance: You will get competitive pricing on 7-night Western Caribbean routes.
• 1 to 3 months in Advance: Get occasional last-minute deals, especially during storm-prone fall months.