September 10, 2026
10-Night Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier Cruise
Departing from San Francisco
From
$1,150
Price / day
$115
Carnival Luminosa|Costa Deliziosa
Carnival Luminosa vs Costa Deliziosa
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Costa Deliziosa
Built in 2010
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Luminosa
$106 / day
$77 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Carnival Luminosa vs Costa Deliziosa: Quick Comparison
Costa Deliziosa is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2010, it is 1 year newer than Carnival Luminosa, which entered service in 2009. Carnival Luminosa has upcoming sailings in Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier and Alaska & Japan Transpacific, while Costa Deliziosa has sailings in Eastern Mediterranean. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Luminosa 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 Luminosa | Costa Deliziosa |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2009 | 2010Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 92,720 GT | 92,720 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,826 | — |
| Space per Passenger | 32.8 GT | — |
| Length | 294 m | 294 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Luminosa vs Costa Deliziosa
Age
Costa Deliziosa was built in 2010, making it 1 year newer than Carnival Luminosa, which was built in 2009.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Luminosa (Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier and Alaska & Japan Transpacific) and Costa Deliziosa (Eastern Mediterranean) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Luminosa has the lower average starting price per day at $106 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Luminosa
10-Day Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier from San Francisco, CA
- Departure Port
- San Francisco
- Region
- Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier
- Nights
- 10
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 10, 2026San Francisco
- Day 2 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 13, 2026Juneau
- Day 5 · Sep 14, 2026Skagway
- Day 6 · Sep 15, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 16, 2026Ketchikan
- Day 8 · Sep 17, 2026Prince Rupert
- Day 9 · Sep 18, 2026At Sea
- Day 10 · Sep 19, 2026At Sea
- Day 11 · Sep 20, 2026San Francisco
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Costa Deliziosa
Eastern Mediterranean from Marghera | Venice
- Departure Port
- Venice
- Region
- Eastern Mediterranean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Venice
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026Bari
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Corfu
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Argostoli
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Dubrovnik
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Kotor
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026Zadar
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Venice
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Luminosa
September 20, 2026
18-Night Alaska & Japan Transpacific Cruise
Departing from San Francisco
From
$1,729
Price / day
$96
Costa Deliziosa
September 5, 2026
7-Night Eastern Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Venice
From
$1,243
Price / day
$178
September 12, 2026
7-Night Eastern Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Venice
From
$1,319
Price / day
$188
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Luminosa
Average
$106 / day
VS
Costa Deliziosa
Average
$183 / day
Carnival Luminosa has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$106/day vs $183/day
About $77 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 Luminosa if…
- You want to sail in Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier and Alaska & Japan Transpacific.
- Departing from San Francisco works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Costa Deliziosa.
Choose Costa Deliziosa if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You want to sail in Eastern Mediterranean.
- Departing from Venice works for your plans.
Carnival Luminosa vs Costa Deliziosa: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Costa Deliziosa
Built in 2010
1 year newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Luminosa
$106 / day
About $77 less per day
- Costa Deliziosa is 1 year newer.
- Both ships have the same gross tonnage.
- Passenger capacity is not available for both ships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Luminosa or Costa Deliziosa?
Costa Deliziosa is newer. It was built in 2010, while Carnival Luminosa was built in 2009, making Costa Deliziosa 1 year newer.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Luminosa or Costa Deliziosa?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Luminosa has the lower average starting price per day at $106 per day versus $183 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Carnival Luminosa sail?
The upcoming Carnival Luminosa sailings currently listed cover Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier and Alaska & Japan Transpacific, departing from San Francisco.
Where does Costa Deliziosa sail?
The upcoming Costa Deliziosa sailings currently listed cover Eastern Mediterranean, departing from Venice.
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