September 2, 2026
35-Night Tahiti & South Pacific Cruise
Departing from Sydney
From
$3,391
Price / day
$97
Carnival Splendor|Crown Princess
Carnival Splendor vs Crown Princess
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Carnival Splendor
Built in 2008
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Splendor
37.6 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Splendor vs Crown Princess: Quick Comparison
Carnival Splendor is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2008, it is 2 years newer than Crown Princess, which entered service in 2006. Crown Princess is approximately 0% larger by gross tonnage at 113,561 GT. Crown Princess also carries 102 more passengers. Crown Princess has upcoming sailings in Tahiti & South Pacific. 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 Splendor | Crown Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2008Newer | 2006 |
| Gross Tonnage | 113,300 GT | 113,561 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,012 | 3,114 |
| Space per Passenger | 37.6 GT | 36.5 GT |
| Length | 290.2 m | 289.9 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Splendor vs Crown Princess
Age
Carnival Splendor was built in 2008, making it 2 years newer than Crown Princess, which was built in 2006.
Size
At 113,561 GT, Crown Princess is approximately 0% larger by gross tonnage than Carnival Splendor at 113,300 GT.
Passenger capacity
Crown Princess carries up to 3,114 passengers compared with 3,012 aboard Carnival Splendor, a difference of 102 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Splendor offers more space per passenger: 37.6 GT per guest, compared with 36.5 aboard Crown Princess. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Splendor and Crown Princess (Tahiti & South Pacific) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Crown Princess
Tahiti, Hawaii & South Pacific
- Departure Port
- Sydney
- Region
- Tahiti & South Pacific
- Nights
- 35
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 2, 2026Sydney
- Day 2 · Sep 3, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 4, 2026Brisbane
- Day 4 · Sep 5, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Sep 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 8, 2026Suva
- Day 8 · Sep 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Sep 10, 2026Apia
- Day 10 · Sep 11, 2026Cross International Date Line
- Day 11 · Sep 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 12 · Sep 13, 2026At Sea
- Day 13 · Sep 14, 2026At Sea
- Day 14 · Sep 15, 2026At Sea
- Day 15 · Sep 16, 2026Honolulu
- Day 16 · Sep 17, 2026Kauai
- Day 17 · Sep 18, 2026Kahului
- Day 18 · Sep 19, 2026Hilo
- Day 19 · Sep 20, 2026Kona
- Day 20 · Sep 21, 2026At Sea
- Day 21 · Sep 22, 2026At Sea
- Day 22 · Sep 23, 2026At Sea
- Day 23 · Sep 24, 2026At Sea
- Day 24 · Sep 25, 2026At Sea
- Day 25 · Sep 26, 2026Tahiti
- Day 26 · Sep 27, 2026Tahiti
- Day 27 · Sep 28, 2026Moorea
- Day 28 · Sep 29, 2026At Sea
- Day 29 · Sep 30, 2026At Sea
- Day 30 · Oct 1, 2026Cross International Date Line
- Day 31 · Oct 2, 2026At Sea
- Day 32 · Oct 3, 2026At Sea
- Day 33 · Oct 4, 2026Auckland
- Day 34 · Oct 5, 2026At Sea
- Day 35 · Oct 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 36 · Oct 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 37 · Oct 8, 2026Sydney
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Splendor
Crown Princess
September 4, 2026
33-Night Tahiti & South Pacific Cruise
Departing from Brisbane
From
$6,474
Price / day
$196
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Splendor
Average
$0 / day
VS
Crown Princess
Average
$147 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Carnival Splendor 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).
Choose Crown Princess if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Tahiti & South Pacific.
- Departing from Sydney and Brisbane works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Carnival Splendor.
Carnival Splendor vs Crown Princess: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Splendor
Built in 2008
2 years newer
Bigger
Crown Princess
113,561 GT
0% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Carnival Splendor is 2 years newer.
- Crown Princess is 0% larger by gross tonnage.
- Crown Princess carries 102 more passengers.
- Carnival Splendor offers more space per passenger (37.6 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Splendor or Crown Princess?
Carnival Splendor is newer. It was built in 2008, while Crown Princess was built in 2006, making Carnival Splendor 2 years newer.
Which is bigger, Carnival Splendor or Crown Princess?
Crown Princess is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 113,561 GT compared with Carnival Splendor at 113,300 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Crown Princess has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,114, compared with 3,012 for Carnival Splendor.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Splendor or Crown Princess?
Carnival Splendor has the higher passenger space ratio at 37.6 GT per passenger, versus 36.5 for Crown Princess. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does Crown Princess sail?
The upcoming Crown Princess sailings currently listed cover Tahiti & South Pacific, departing from Sydney and Brisbane.
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