September 3, 2026
7-Night Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier Cruise
Departing from Seattle
From
$854
Price / day
$122
Carnival Miracle|Carnival Legend
Carnival Miracle vs Carnival Legend
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
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Newer Ship
Carnival Miracle
Built in 2004
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Legend
$100 / day
$24 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Carnival Miracle vs Carnival Legend: Quick Comparison
Carnival Miracle is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2004, it is 2 years newer than Carnival Legend, which entered service in 2002. Carnival Miracle has upcoming sailings in Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier, while Carnival Legend has sailings in Greek Isles, Turkey & Italy. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Legend 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 Miracle | Carnival Legend |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2004Newer | 2002 |
| Gross Tonnage | 88,500 GT | 88,500 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,124 | 2,124 |
| Space per Passenger | 41.7 GT | 41.7 GT |
| Length | 293.5 m | 292.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Miracle vs Carnival Legend
Age
Carnival Miracle was built in 2004, making it 2 years newer than Carnival Legend, which was built in 2002.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Miracle (Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier) and Carnival Legend (Greek Isles, Turkey & Italy) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Legend has the lower average starting price per day at $100 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Miracle
7-Day Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier from Seattle, WA
- Departure Port
- Seattle
- Region
- Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 3, 2026Seattle
- Day 2 · Sep 4, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 5, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 6, 2026Skagway
- Day 5 · Sep 7, 2026Juneau
- Day 6 · Sep 8, 2026Ketchikan
- Day 7 · Sep 9, 2026Victoria
- Day 8 · Sep 10, 2026Seattle
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Carnival Legend
9-Day Greek Isles, Turkey & Italy from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
- Departure Port
- Civitavecchia
- Region
- Greek Isles, Turkey & Italy
- Nights
- 9
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 11, 2026Civitavecchia
- Day 2 · Sep 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 13, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 14, 2026Kusadasi
- Day 5 · Sep 15, 2026Mykonos
- Day 6 · Sep 16, 2026Piraeus
- Day 7 · Sep 17, 2026Katakolon
- Day 8 · Sep 18, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Sep 19, 2026Naples
- Day 10 · Sep 20, 2026Civitavecchia
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Miracle
September 10, 2026
7-Night Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier Cruise
Departing from Seattle
From
$874
Price / day
$125
Carnival Legend
September 11, 2026
9-Night Greek Isles, Turkey & Italy Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$971
Price / day
$108
September 20, 2026
12-Night Greek Isles, Turkey & Italy Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$1,089
Price / day
$91
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Miracle
Average
$124 / day
VS
Carnival Legend
Average
$100 / day
Carnival Legend has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$100/day vs $124/day
About $24 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 Miracle if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You want to sail in Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier.
- Departing from Seattle works for your plans.
Choose Carnival Legend if…
- You want to sail in Greek Isles, Turkey & Italy.
- Departing from Civitavecchia 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 Carnival Miracle.
Carnival Miracle vs Carnival Legend: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Miracle
Built in 2004
2 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Legend
$100 / day
About $24 less per day
- Carnival Miracle is 2 years newer.
- Both ships have the same gross tonnage.
- Both ships carry the same number of passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Miracle or Carnival Legend?
Carnival Miracle is newer. It was built in 2004, while Carnival Legend was built in 2002, making Carnival Miracle 2 years newer.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Miracle or Carnival Legend?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Legend has the lower average starting price per day at $100 per day versus $124 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Carnival Miracle sail?
The upcoming Carnival Miracle sailings currently listed cover Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier, departing from Seattle.
Where does Carnival Legend sail?
The upcoming Carnival Legend sailings currently listed cover Greek Isles, Turkey & Italy, departing from Civitavecchia.
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