Disney Cruises 2024 DATES & Guide – Start Planning Your Sailing Now!

Disney Cruise Line has begun announcing the Disney Cruises 2024 itinerary which includes many beautiful tropical itineraries! A variety of tropical locales are on the planning list for 2024 including trips to the Caribbean, Mexico, Bahamas, and Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay.

If you've never done a Disney Cruise before there are several benefits to using Disney for your cruise experience. Disney Cruise Line offers themed itineraries including Caribbean cruises, European cruises, and Alaskan cruises, each with its unique activities and entertainment.

You can always expect high-quality dining options and entertainment when cruising with Disney which everyone in the family will love. The cruise line offers unique dining experiences, such as a dinner show featuring your favorite Disney characters that will be specific to each individual cruise ship and itinerary.

Disney Cruise Line's ships also offer a variety of stateroom options, including deluxe balcony rooms, concierge rooms, and even suites for larger families to take advantage of. No matter what type of stateroom you choose, you can expect comfortable and stylish accommodations.

Keep reading to see what Disney Cruise Line has planned for 2024 so you can start planning your cruise vacation now! You can see the 2025 Disney Cruise Line dates here.

Book Your Disney Cruises 2024 Adventure Now!

All these exciting 2024 Disney Cruise Line itineraries are now available to book! You can view the currently available dates for Disney Cruises 2024 on the Disney Cruise Line website. After viewing the dates be sure to come back and request a FREE quote from our travel partner for your cruiseFor a limited time, Mickey Visit readers get up to a $400 onboard credit.

Late 2024 Itineraries—Halloween on the High Seas & Very Merrytime Cruises

Disney Cruise Line has released new itineraries for late 2024 into early 2025, including Lighthouse Point, the Caribbean, the Bahamas, Hawaii, the South Pacific, New Zealand and Australia, and Transatlantic sailings. You can read more about this in our guide to Disney Cruise Line Christmas Entertainment and 2024 Itineraries!

In late 2024, guests will be able to experience the return of two favorite holiday cruises, The Halloween on the High Seas and Very Merrytime sailings, featuring themed entertainment, activities, and decorations. On the Halloween on the High Seas sailings, you can engage in events like trick-or-treating, enjoy spooky movies and Halloween decor, and try special themed treats. During the Very Merrytime sailings, you'll be able to see favorite Disney characters dressed in their “holiday finest,” meet Santa Claus, and access holiday merchandise.

The 2024 Disney Cruise Line bookings are NOW available!

European Adventures Sailing from Barcelona and Civitavecchia (Rome)

This cruise will depart from Barcelona and Civitavecchia (Rome) in the summer of 2024 as the Disney Dream carries guests through a journey exploring the Mediterranean, Greek Isles, British Isles, the Norwegian Fjords, and Iceland. This journey will feature returning destinations (Catina, Italy, Kusadasi, and Valletta) as well as brand-new ones (Valencia, Haugesund, and Hamburg).

Mediterranean sailings will range from 5 to 11 nights, and Northern European and British Isles sailings will range from 3 to 12 nights (featuring the Norwegian fjords, three days in Iceland, and an overnight stay in Reykjavik). Tour Edinburgh's hilltop castle, explore the ruins of Pompeii, or take in the gardens of Vigo—the opportunities are abundant. Onboard the Disney Dream, enjoy musicals, dining, and fireworks shows!

See the Disney Cruise Line website to find the variety of adventures available per trip length.

Sailings to the Bahamas from Florida

Disney Dream- Early 2024

Disney Dream will begin in early 2024 with a range of three and four-night trips to the Bahamas and five-night vacations to the western Caribbean. All these itineraries will feature classic Disney Cruise Line experiences such as Broadway-style shows, innovative dining, character encounters, and fireworks at sea.

All Disney Cruise 2024 sailings will include a stop at Castaway Cay- the private island reserved exclusively for Disney Cruise Line guests. Castaway Cay is located in the turquoise waters of the Bahamas and provides options to relax, explore, and spend quality time with family.

Disney Cruises 2024 Disney magic

Disney Wish- 2024

The Disney Wish will offer three and four-night trips to Nassau, Bahamas, and Castaway Cay departing from Port Canaveral, Florida. This departure port is Disney Cruise Line’s home port and is located just one hour from Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando. This would be a great cruise to combine with a Walt Disney World visit making for one epic vacation!

Disney Fantasy- 2024

Also departing from Port Canaveral, the Disney Fantasy will continue seven-night sailings to the eastern and western Caribbean. Eastern Caribbean cruises will visit Tortola and St. Thomas, while western Caribbean itineraries will feature the ports of Cozumel, Mexico; Grand Cayman; and Falmouth, Jamaica. Every Disney Fantasy sailing also includes a stop at Castaway Cay, along with several days at sea.

Disney Fantasy – Special Sailings 2024 

A special five-night trip on the Disney Fantasy voyage in July will set sail for Nassau with two stops in Castaway Cay, and a 10-night southern Caribbean adventure will give families an opportunity to visit Lighthouse Point while also stopping at the islands of Antigua, St. Lucia, Dominica, Tortola and Castaway Cay.

Sailings to Lighthouse Point from Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Inaugural Trip: Port Canaveral to Lighthouse Point

On June 8th, the Disney Magic will depart from Port Canaveral, Florida to its newest Bahamian destination, Lighthouse Point. This seven-day trip features two stops at Lighthouse Point and one day at Castaway Cay.

After the first sailing, the Disney Magic will embark from Fort Lauderdale on three, four, and five-night sailings to the Bahamas and the Caribbean. These itineraries will vary stops between Lighthouse Point and Castaway Cay. At Lighthouse point, Bahamian artists, historians and cultural ambassadors have partnered with Disney to create a memorable experience on this beach retreat.

This new location features an Arts and Cultural Pavilion to learn about and celebrate Bahamian traditions, a family beach along the Eleuthera shoreline, an interactive water play area, a gaming pavilion, market-style family dining, and more. In addition, there will be port adventures hosted by local tour guides who will offer the opportunity to explore Eleuthera's beauty and engage in other exciting adventures.

Caribbean Adventures Sailing from Texas and LouisianaDisney Cruises 2024 New Orleans

Disney Magic- January-April 2024

Disney Magic will have two limited-time engagements in Galveston in early 2024. The ship will embark on Caribbean adventures ranging in length from four to six nights through the end of January. Upon returning for another month-long stint between March and April, the ship will sail cruises ranging from four to seven nights to the western Caribbean during spring break.

The Disney Magic will depart New Orleans in February 2024 with four, five, and seven-night cruises to the Caribbean. This is also a great place to extend your trip as New Orleans offers plenty to experience for a family vacation.

Mexico Trips Sailing From CaliforniaDisney Cruises California

Disney Wonder- March 2024

The Disney Wonder will be departing from San Diego, California in March 2024 for three- to seven-night voyages to Mexico, including the Baja peninsula. Adventures off-ship include some of Mexico’s most prized destinations such as Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan, and Ensenada. Other stops include the shores of Catalina Island off the California coast. This would be the perfect cruise to combine with a Disneyland vacation!

Disney Cruise to Alaska from Vancouver, Canada

 

This cruise will begin its journey from Vancouver in May through September of 2024 as the Disney Wonder sets sail for a journey exploring the beauty of Alaska with five, seven, and nine-night sailings. The cruise through the Inside Passage will take guests to witness the incredible scenery of port locations like Juneau, Skagway, and Ketchikan, while also providing the opportunity to see the Hubbard Glacier and Stikine Icecap.

Guests will marvel at fjords and waterfalls that grace the landscape while also sighting bears, elk, and humpback whales. In addition to onboard entertainment, they can engage in port adventures like zip lining, wildlife expeditions, horseback riding, and more.

Read our full guide to a Disney Cruise trip to Alaska to see why this is one of the most popular cruise options for guests looking to explore one of the most beautiful corners of the United States!

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