March 5, 2027
3-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$369
Price / day
$123
Ambition|Celestyal Discovery
Ambition vs Celestyal Discovery
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Celestyal Discovery
Built in 2003
4 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Ambition
40.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Ambition vs Celestyal Discovery: Quick Comparison
Celestyal Discovery is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2003, it is 4 years newer than Ambition, which entered service in 1999. Ambition is approximately 14% larger by gross tonnage at 48,200 GT. Celestyal Discovery also carries 66 more passengers. 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 | Ambition | Celestyal Discovery |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1999 | 2003Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 48,200 GT | 42,289 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 1,200 | 1,266 |
| Space per Passenger | 40.2 GT | 33.4 GT |
| Length | 216 m | 202.85 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Ambition vs Celestyal Discovery
Age
Celestyal Discovery was built in 2003, making it 4 years newer than Ambition, which was built in 1999.
Size
At 48,200 GT, Ambition is approximately 14% larger by gross tonnage than Celestyal Discovery at 42,289 GT.
Passenger capacity
Celestyal Discovery carries up to 1,266 passengers compared with 1,200 aboard Ambition, a difference of 66 passengers.
Passenger space
Ambition offers more space per passenger: 40.2 GT per guest, compared with 33.4 aboard Celestyal Discovery. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Compare Ports of Call
Celestyal Discovery
Iconic Greek Islands
- Departure Port
- Piraeus
- Region
- Cruise
- Nights
- 3
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Mar 5, 2027Piraeus
- Day 2 · Mar 6, 2027Mykonos
- Day 3 · Mar 7, 2027Kusadasi
- Day 4 · Mar 8, 2027Patmos
- Day 5 · Mar 9, 2027Santorini
- Day 6 · Mar 10, 2027Piraeus
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Ambition
Celestyal Discovery
March 8, 2027
4-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$479
Price / day
$120
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Ambition
Average
$0 / day
VS
Celestyal Discovery
Average
$122 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Ambition if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Celestyal Discovery.
Choose Celestyal Discovery if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- Departing from Piraeus works for your plans.
Ambition vs Celestyal Discovery: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Celestyal Discovery
Built in 2003
4 years newer
Bigger
Ambition
48,200 GT
14% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Celestyal Discovery is 4 years newer.
- Ambition is 14% larger by gross tonnage.
- Celestyal Discovery carries 66 more passengers.
- Ambition offers more space per passenger (40.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Ambition or Celestyal Discovery?
Celestyal Discovery is newer. It was built in 2003, while Ambition was built in 1999, making Celestyal Discovery 4 years newer.
Which is bigger, Ambition or Celestyal Discovery?
Ambition is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 48,200 GT compared with Celestyal Discovery at 42,289 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Celestyal Discovery has a passenger capacity of approximately 1,266, compared with 1,200 for Ambition.
Which ship is more spacious, Ambition or Celestyal Discovery?
Ambition has the higher passenger space ratio at 40.2 GT per passenger, versus 33.4 for Celestyal Discovery. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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