September 6, 2026
7-Night Mexican Riviera Cruise
Departing from Long Beach
From
$482
Price / day
$69
Carnival Panorama|Mardi Gras
Carnival Panorama vs Mardi Gras
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Carnival Panorama
Carnival Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Mardi Gras
Built in 2020
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Panorama
$73 / day
$24 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Carnival Panorama vs Mardi Gras: Quick Comparison
Mardi Gras is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2020, it is 1 year newer than Carnival Panorama, which entered service in 2019. Mardi Gras also carries 2,330 more passengers. Carnival Panorama has upcoming sailings in Mexican Riviera, while Mardi Gras has sailings in Eastern Caribbean. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Panorama 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 Panorama | Mardi Gras |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2019 | 2020Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 133,500 GT | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 4,008 | 6,338 |
| Space per Passenger | 33.3 GT | — |
| Length | 321.564 m | — |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Panorama vs Mardi Gras
Age
Mardi Gras was built in 2020, making it 1 year newer than Carnival Panorama, which was built in 2019.
Passenger capacity
Mardi Gras carries up to 6,338 passengers compared with 4,008 aboard Carnival Panorama, a difference of 2,330 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Panorama (Mexican Riviera) and Mardi Gras (Eastern Caribbean) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Panorama has the lower average starting price per day at $73 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Panorama
7-Day Mexican Riviera from Long Beach (Los Angeles), CA
- Departure Port
- Long Beach
- Region
- Mexican Riviera
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Long Beach
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Cabo San Lucas
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Mazatlán
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Puerto Vallarta
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 13, 2026Long Beach
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Mardi Gras
7-Day Eastern Caribbean from Port Canaveral (Orlando), FL
- Departure Port
- Port Canaveral
- Region
- Eastern Caribbean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Port Canaveral
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026Celebration Key™
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Nassau
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Amber Cove
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Grand Turk
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Port Canaveral
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Panorama
September 13, 2026
7-Night Mexican Riviera Cruise
Departing from Long Beach
From
$532
Price / day
$76
Mardi Gras
September 5, 2026
7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$675
Price / day
$96
September 12, 2026
7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$680
Price / day
$97
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Panorama
Average
$73 / day
VS
Mardi Gras
Average
$97 / day
Carnival Panorama has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$73/day vs $97/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 Panorama if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Mexican Riviera.
- Departing from Long Beach 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 Mardi Gras.
Choose Mardi Gras if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Eastern Caribbean.
- Departing from Port Canaveral works for your plans.
Carnival Panorama vs Mardi Gras: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Mardi Gras
Built in 2020
1 year newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Panorama
$73 / day
About $24 less per day
- Mardi Gras is 1 year newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Mardi Gras carries 2,330 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Panorama or Mardi Gras?
Mardi Gras is newer. It was built in 2020, while Carnival Panorama was built in 2019, making Mardi Gras 1 year newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Mardi Gras has a passenger capacity of approximately 6,338, compared with 4,008 for Carnival Panorama.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Panorama or Mardi Gras?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Panorama has the lower average starting price per day at $73 per day versus $97 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Carnival Panorama sail?
The upcoming Carnival Panorama sailings currently listed cover Mexican Riviera, departing from Long Beach.
Where does Mardi Gras sail?
The upcoming Mardi Gras sailings currently listed cover Eastern Caribbean, departing from Port Canaveral.
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