September 2, 2026
7-Night Eastern Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$1,915
Price / day
$274
Costa Fascinosa|Costa Diadema
Costa Fascinosa vs Costa Diadema
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Costa Fascinosa
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Newer Ship
Costa Diadema
Built in 2014
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Costa Fascinosa
$227 / day
$32 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Costa Fascinosa
29.8 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Costa Fascinosa vs Costa Diadema: Quick Comparison
Costa Diadema is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2014, it is 2 years newer than Costa Fascinosa, which entered service in 2012. Costa Diadema is approximately 17% larger by gross tonnage at 133,019 GT. Costa Diadema also carries 1,147 more passengers. Costa Fascinosa has upcoming sailings in Eastern Mediterranean, while Costa Diadema has sailings in Northern Europe & Fjords. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Costa Fascinosa 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 | Costa Fascinosa | Costa Diadema |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2012 | 2014Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 113,321 GT | 133,019 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,800 | 4,947 |
| Space per Passenger | 29.8 GT | 26.9 GT |
| Length | 290 m | 306 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Costa Fascinosa vs Costa Diadema
Age
Costa Diadema was built in 2014, making it 2 years newer than Costa Fascinosa, which was built in 2012.
Size
At 133,019 GT, Costa Diadema is approximately 17% larger by gross tonnage than Costa Fascinosa at 113,321 GT.
Passenger capacity
Costa Diadema carries up to 4,947 passengers compared with 3,800 aboard Costa Fascinosa, a difference of 1,147 passengers.
Passenger space
Costa Fascinosa offers more space per passenger: 29.8 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 Fascinosa (Eastern Mediterranean) and Costa Diadema (Northern Europe & Fjords) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Costa Fascinosa has the lower average starting price per day at $227 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Costa Fascinosa
Eastern Mediterranean from Piraeus | Athens
- Departure Port
- Piraeus
- Region
- Eastern Mediterranean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 2, 2026Piraeus
- Day 2 · Sep 3, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 4, 2026Valletta
- Day 4 · Sep 5, 2026Catania
- Day 5 · Sep 6, 2026Taranto
- Day 6 · Sep 7, 2026Argostoli
- Day 7 · Sep 8, 2026Mykonos
- Day 8 · Sep 9, 2026Piraeus
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
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 Fascinosa
September 5, 2026
4-Night Eastern Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Catania
From
$719
Price / day
$180
Costa Diadema
September 4, 2026
7-Night Northern Europe & Fjords Cruise
Departing from Kiel
From
$1,735
Price / day
$248
September 5, 2026
7-Night Northern Europe & Fjords Cruise
Departing from Copenhagen
From
$1,885
Price / day
$269
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Costa Fascinosa
Average
$227 / day
VS
Costa Diadema
Average
$259 / day
Costa Fascinosa has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$227/day vs $259/day
About $32 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 Costa Fascinosa 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 Eastern Mediterranean.
- Departing from Piraeus and Catania 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 Costa Diadema.
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.
Costa Fascinosa vs Costa Diadema: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Costa Diadema
Built in 2014
2 years newer
Bigger
Costa Diadema
133,019 GT
17% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Costa Fascinosa
$227 / day
About $32 less per day
- Costa Diadema is 2 years newer.
- Costa Diadema is 17% larger by gross tonnage.
- Costa Diadema carries 1,147 more passengers.
- Costa Fascinosa offers more space per passenger (29.8 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Costa Fascinosa or Costa Diadema?
Costa Diadema is newer. It was built in 2014, while Costa Fascinosa was built in 2012, making Costa Diadema 2 years newer.
Which is bigger, Costa Fascinosa or Costa Diadema?
Costa Diadema is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 133,019 GT compared with Costa Fascinosa at 113,321 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Costa Diadema has a passenger capacity of approximately 4,947, compared with 3,800 for Costa Fascinosa.
Which ship is more spacious, Costa Fascinosa or Costa Diadema?
Costa Fascinosa has the higher passenger space ratio at 29.8 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.
Which ship is cheaper, Costa Fascinosa or Costa Diadema?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Costa Fascinosa has the lower average starting price per day at $227 per day versus $259 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Costa Fascinosa sail?
The upcoming Costa Fascinosa sailings currently listed cover Eastern Mediterranean, departing from Piraeus and Catania.
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