September 10, 2026
10-Night Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier Cruise
Departing from San Francisco
From
$1,150
Price / day
$115
Carnival Luminosa|Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Carnival Luminosa vs Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Carnival Luminosa
Built in 2009
5 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Luminosa
32.8 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Luminosa vs Tianjin Orient MS Visio: Quick Comparison
Carnival Luminosa is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2009, it is 5 years newer than Tianjin Orient MS Visio, which entered service in 2004. Tianjin Orient MS Visio is approximately 11% larger by gross tonnage at 102,587 GT. Tianjin Orient MS Visio also carries 644 more passengers. Carnival Luminosa has upcoming sailings in Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier and Alaska & Japan Transpacific. 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 | Tianjin Orient MS Visio |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2009Newer | 2004 |
| Gross Tonnage | 92,720 GT | 102,587 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,826 | 3,470 |
| Space per Passenger | 32.8 GT | 29.6 GT |
| Length | 294 m | 272.19 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Luminosa vs Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Age
Carnival Luminosa was built in 2009, making it 5 years newer than Tianjin Orient MS Visio, which was built in 2004.
Size
At 102,587 GT, Tianjin Orient MS Visio is approximately 11% larger by gross tonnage than Carnival Luminosa at 92,720 GT.
Passenger capacity
Tianjin Orient MS Visio carries up to 3,470 passengers compared with 2,826 aboard Carnival Luminosa, a difference of 644 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Luminosa offers more space per passenger: 32.8 GT per guest, compared with 29.6 aboard Tianjin Orient MS Visio. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Luminosa (Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier and Alaska & Japan Transpacific) and Tianjin Orient MS Visio currently cover different regions or departure ports.
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.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Luminosa
September 20, 2026
18-Night Alaska & Japan Transpacific Cruise
Departing from San Francisco
From
$1,729
Price / day
$96
Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Luminosa
Average
$106 / day
VS
Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Average
$0 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Carnival Luminosa if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier and Alaska & Japan Transpacific.
- Departing from San Francisco works for your plans.
Choose Tianjin Orient MS Visio if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Carnival Luminosa.
Carnival Luminosa vs Tianjin Orient MS Visio: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Luminosa
Built in 2009
5 years newer
Bigger
Tianjin Orient MS Visio
102,587 GT
11% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Carnival Luminosa is 5 years newer.
- Tianjin Orient MS Visio is 11% larger by gross tonnage.
- Tianjin Orient MS Visio carries 644 more passengers.
- Carnival Luminosa offers more space per passenger (32.8 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Luminosa or Tianjin Orient MS Visio?
Carnival Luminosa is newer. It was built in 2009, while Tianjin Orient MS Visio was built in 2004, making Carnival Luminosa 5 years newer.
Which is bigger, Carnival Luminosa or Tianjin Orient MS Visio?
Tianjin Orient MS Visio is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 102,587 GT compared with Carnival Luminosa at 92,720 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Tianjin Orient MS Visio has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,470, compared with 2,826 for Carnival Luminosa.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Luminosa or Tianjin Orient MS Visio?
Carnival Luminosa has the higher passenger space ratio at 32.8 GT per passenger, versus 29.6 for Tianjin Orient MS Visio. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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.
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