September 5, 2026
5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from New Orleans
From
$477
Price / day
$95
Carnival Valor|Crown Princess
Carnival Valor vs Crown Princess
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Carnival Valor
Carnival Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Crown Princess
Built in 2006
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Valor
$112 / day
$178 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Valor
36.9 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Valor vs Crown Princess: Quick Comparison
Crown Princess is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2006, it is 2 years newer than Carnival Valor, which entered service in 2004. Crown Princess is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage at 113,561 GT. Crown Princess also carries 134 more passengers. Carnival Valor has upcoming sailings in Western Caribbean, while Crown Princess has sailings in Australia & New Zealand. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Valor 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 Valor | Crown Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2004 | 2006Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 110,000 GT | 113,561 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,980 | 3,114 |
| Space per Passenger | 36.9 GT | 36.5 GT |
| Length | 290.2 m | 289.9 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Valor vs Crown Princess
Age
Crown Princess was built in 2006, making it 2 years newer than Carnival Valor, which was built in 2004.
Size
At 113,561 GT, Crown Princess is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage than Carnival Valor at 110,000 GT.
Passenger capacity
Crown Princess carries up to 3,114 passengers compared with 2,980 aboard Carnival Valor, a difference of 134 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Valor offers more space per passenger: 36.9 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 Valor (Western Caribbean) and Crown Princess (Australia & New Zealand) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Valor has the lower average starting price per day at $112 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Valor
5-Day Western Caribbean from New Orleans, LA
- Departure Port
- New Orleans
- Region
- Western Caribbean
- Nights
- 5
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026New Orleans
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Cozumel
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Progreso
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026New Orleans
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Crown Princess
Southern Australia Explorer
- Departure Port
- Sydney
- Region
- Australia & New Zealand
- Nights
- 11
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Oct 7, 2026Sydney
- Day 2 · Oct 8, 2026Newcastle upon Tyne
- Day 3 · Oct 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Oct 10, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Oct 11, 2026Melbourne
- Day 6 · Oct 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Oct 13, 2026Adelaide
- Day 8 · Oct 14, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Oct 15, 2026At Sea
- Day 10 · Oct 16, 2026Albany
- Day 11 · Oct 17, 2026Margaret River
- Day 12 · Oct 18, 2026Perth
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Valor
September 10, 2026
4-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from New Orleans
From
$514
Price / day
$129
Crown Princess
October 7, 2026
11-Night Australia & New Zealand Cruise
Departing from Sydney
From
$2,323
Price / day
$211
November 4, 2026
5-Night Australia & New Zealand Cruise
Departing from Sydney
From
$1,839
Price / day
$368
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Valor
Average
$112 / day
VS
Crown Princess
Average
$290 / day
Carnival Valor has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$112/day vs $290/day
About $178 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 Valor if…
- 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 Western Caribbean.
- Departing from New Orleans 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 Crown Princess.
Choose Crown Princess if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- 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 Australia & New Zealand.
- Departing from Sydney works for your plans.
Carnival Valor vs Crown Princess: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Crown Princess
Built in 2006
2 years newer
Bigger
Crown Princess
113,561 GT
3% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Valor
$112 / day
About $178 less per day
- Crown Princess is 2 years newer.
- Crown Princess is 3% larger by gross tonnage.
- Crown Princess carries 134 more passengers.
- Carnival Valor offers more space per passenger (36.9 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Valor or Crown Princess?
Crown Princess is newer. It was built in 2006, while Carnival Valor was built in 2004, making Crown Princess 2 years newer.
Which is bigger, Carnival Valor or Crown Princess?
Crown Princess is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 113,561 GT compared with Carnival Valor at 110,000 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Crown Princess has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,114, compared with 2,980 for Carnival Valor.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Valor or Crown Princess?
Carnival Valor has the higher passenger space ratio at 36.9 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.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Valor or Crown Princess?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Valor has the lower average starting price per day at $112 per day versus $290 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Carnival Valor sail?
The upcoming Carnival Valor sailings currently listed cover Western Caribbean, departing from New Orleans.
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