September 2, 2026
7-Night Eastern Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$1,915
Price / day
$274
Costa Fascinosa|Costa Serena
Costa Fascinosa vs Costa Serena
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Costa Fascinosa
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Newer Ship
Costa Fascinosa
Built in 2012
5 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Costa Fascinosa
$227 / day
$109 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Costa Serena
30.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Costa Fascinosa vs Costa Serena: Quick Comparison
Costa Fascinosa is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2012, it is 5 years newer than Costa Serena, which entered service in 2007. Costa Serena is approximately 1% larger by gross tonnage at 114,147 GT. Costa Fascinosa also carries 20 more passengers. Costa Fascinosa has upcoming sailings in Eastern Mediterranean, while Costa Serena has sailings in Asia. 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 Serena |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2012Newer | 2007 |
| Gross Tonnage | 113,321 GT | 114,147 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,800 | 3,780 |
| Space per Passenger | 29.8 GT | 30.2 GT |
| Length | 290 m | 289.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Costa Fascinosa vs Costa Serena
Age
Costa Fascinosa was built in 2012, making it 5 years newer than Costa Serena, which was built in 2007.
Size
At 114,147 GT, Costa Serena is approximately 1% larger by gross tonnage than Costa Fascinosa at 113,321 GT.
Passenger capacity
Costa Fascinosa carries up to 3,800 passengers compared with 3,780 aboard Costa Serena, a difference of 20 passengers.
Passenger space
Costa Serena offers more space per passenger: 30.2 GT per guest, compared with 29.8 aboard Costa Fascinosa. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Costa Fascinosa (Eastern Mediterranean) and Costa Serena (Asia) 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 Serena
Asia from Busan
- Departure Port
- Busan
- Region
- Asia
- Nights
- 4
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 2, 2026Busan
- Day 2 · Sep 3, 2026Sasebo
- Day 3 · Sep 4, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 5, 2026Shanghai
- Day 5 · Sep 6, 2026Seogwipo
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 Serena
September 2, 2026
4-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Busan
From
$1,428
Price / day
$357
September 2, 2026
1-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Busan
From
$314
Price / day
$314
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Costa Fascinosa
Average
$227 / day
VS
Costa Serena
Average
$336 / day
Costa Fascinosa has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$227/day vs $336/day
About $109 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 newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- 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.
Choose Costa Serena if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- 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 Asia.
- Departing from Busan works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Costa Fascinosa.
Costa Fascinosa vs Costa Serena: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Costa Fascinosa
Built in 2012
5 years newer
Bigger
Costa Serena
114,147 GT
1% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Costa Fascinosa
$227 / day
About $109 less per day
- Costa Fascinosa is 5 years newer.
- Costa Serena is 1% larger by gross tonnage.
- Costa Fascinosa carries 20 more passengers.
- Costa Serena offers more space per passenger (30.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Costa Fascinosa or Costa Serena?
Costa Fascinosa is newer. It was built in 2012, while Costa Serena was built in 2007, making Costa Fascinosa 5 years newer.
Which is bigger, Costa Fascinosa or Costa Serena?
Costa Serena is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 114,147 GT compared with Costa Fascinosa at 113,321 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Costa Fascinosa has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,800, compared with 3,780 for Costa Serena.
Which ship is more spacious, Costa Fascinosa or Costa Serena?
Costa Serena has the higher passenger space ratio at 30.2 GT per passenger, versus 29.8 for Costa Fascinosa. 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 Serena?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Costa Fascinosa has the lower average starting price per day at $227 per day versus $336 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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