September 4, 2026
7-Night Northern Europe & Fjords Cruise
Departing from Kiel
From
$1,735
Price / day
$248
Costa Diadema|Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Costa Diadema vs Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Costa Diadema
Built in 2014
10 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Tianjin Orient MS Visio
29.6 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Costa Diadema vs Tianjin Orient MS Visio: Quick Comparison
Costa Diadema is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2014, it is 10 years newer than Tianjin Orient MS Visio, which entered service in 2004. Costa Diadema is approximately 30% larger by gross tonnage at 133,019 GT. Costa Diadema also carries 1,477 more passengers. Costa Diadema has upcoming sailings in Northern Europe & Fjords. 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 | Costa Diadema | Tianjin Orient MS Visio |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2014Newer | 2004 |
| Gross Tonnage | 133,019 GT | 102,587 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 4,947 | 3,470 |
| Space per Passenger | 26.9 GT | 29.6 GT |
| Length | 306 m | 272.19 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Costa Diadema vs Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Age
Costa Diadema was built in 2014, making it 10 years newer than Tianjin Orient MS Visio, which was built in 2004.
Size
At 133,019 GT, Costa Diadema is approximately 30% larger by gross tonnage than Tianjin Orient MS Visio at 102,587 GT.
Passenger capacity
Costa Diadema carries up to 4,947 passengers compared with 3,470 aboard Tianjin Orient MS Visio, a difference of 1,477 passengers.
Passenger space
Tianjin Orient MS Visio offers more space per passenger: 29.6 GT per guest, compared with 26.9 aboard Costa Diadema. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Costa Diadema (Northern Europe & Fjords) and Tianjin Orient MS Visio currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Costa Diadema
Northern Europe & Fjords from Kiel
- Departure Port
- Kiel
- Region
- Northern Europe & Fjords
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Kiel
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026Copenhagen
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Hellesylt
- Day 5 · Sep 8, 2026Geiranger
- Day 6 · Sep 9, 2026Olden
- Day 7 · Sep 10, 2026Stavanger
- Day 8 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Sep 12, 2026Kiel
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Costa Diadema
September 5, 2026
7-Night Northern Europe & Fjords Cruise
Departing from Copenhagen
From
$1,885
Price / day
$269
Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Costa Diadema
Average
$259 / 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 Costa Diadema 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 Northern Europe & Fjords.
- Departing from Kiel and Copenhagen works for your plans.
Choose Tianjin Orient MS Visio if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Costa Diadema.
Costa Diadema vs Tianjin Orient MS Visio: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Costa Diadema
Built in 2014
10 years newer
Bigger
Costa Diadema
133,019 GT
30% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Costa Diadema is 10 years newer.
- Costa Diadema is 30% larger by gross tonnage.
- Costa Diadema carries 1,477 more passengers.
- Tianjin Orient MS Visio offers more space per passenger (29.6 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Costa Diadema or Tianjin Orient MS Visio?
Costa Diadema is newer. It was built in 2014, while Tianjin Orient MS Visio was built in 2004, making Costa Diadema 10 years newer.
Which is bigger, Costa Diadema or Tianjin Orient MS Visio?
Costa Diadema is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 133,019 GT compared with Tianjin Orient MS Visio at 102,587 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Costa Diadema has a passenger capacity of approximately 4,947, compared with 3,470 for Tianjin Orient MS Visio.
Which ship is more spacious, Costa Diadema or Tianjin Orient MS Visio?
Tianjin Orient MS Visio has the higher passenger space ratio at 29.6 GT per passenger, versus 26.9 for Costa Diadema. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does Costa Diadema sail?
The upcoming Costa Diadema sailings currently listed cover Northern Europe & Fjords, departing from Kiel and Copenhagen.
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