October 28, 2026
16-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$761
Price / day
$48
Arvia|MSC Grandiosa
Arvia vs MSC Grandiosa
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Arvia
Built in 2022
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Arvia vs MSC Grandiosa: Quick Comparison
Arvia is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2022, it is 3 years newer than MSC Grandiosa, which entered service in 2019. Arvia is approximately 2% larger by gross tonnage at 185,581 GT. 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 | Arvia | MSC Grandiosa |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2022Newer | 2019 |
| Gross Tonnage | 185,581 GT | 181,541 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | — | 6,334 |
| Space per Passenger | — | 28.7 GT |
| Length | 344.5 m | 332 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Arvia vs MSC Grandiosa
Age
Arvia was built in 2022, making it 3 years newer than MSC Grandiosa, which was built in 2019.
Size
At 185,581 GT, Arvia is approximately 2% larger by gross tonnage than MSC Grandiosa at 181,541 GT.
Compare Ports of Call
MSC Grandiosa
MSC Grand Voyages
- Departure Port
- Civitavecchia
- Region
- Cruise
- Nights
- 16
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Oct 28, 2026Civitavecchia
- Day 2 · Oct 29, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Oct 30, 2026Palma de Mallorca
- Day 4 · Oct 31, 2026Barcelona
- Day 5 · Nov 1, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Nov 2, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Nov 3, 2026Funchal
- Day 8 · Nov 4, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Nov 5, 2026At Sea
- Day 10 · Nov 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 11 · Nov 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 12 · Nov 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 13 · Nov 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 14 · Nov 10, 2026San Juan
- Day 15 · Nov 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 16 · Nov 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 17 · Nov 13, 2026Miami
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Arvia
MSC Grandiosa
October 28, 2026
17-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$874
Price / day
$51
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Arvia
Average
$0 / day
VS
MSC Grandiosa
Average
$50 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Arvia if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
Choose MSC Grandiosa if…
- Departing from Civitavecchia works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Arvia.
Arvia vs MSC Grandiosa: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Arvia
Built in 2022
3 years newer
Bigger
Arvia
185,581 GT
2% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Arvia is 3 years newer.
- Arvia is 2% larger by gross tonnage.
- Passenger capacity is not available for both ships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Arvia or MSC Grandiosa?
Arvia is newer. It was built in 2022, while MSC Grandiosa was built in 2019, making Arvia 3 years newer.
Which is bigger, Arvia or MSC Grandiosa?
Arvia is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 185,581 GT compared with MSC Grandiosa at 181,541 GT.
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