September 2, 2026
7-Night Eastern Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$1,915
Price / day
$274
Costa Fascinosa|Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Costa Fascinosa vs Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Costa Fascinosa
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Newer Ship
Costa Fascinosa
Built in 2012
8 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Costa Fascinosa
29.8 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Costa Fascinosa vs Tianjin Orient MS Visio: Quick Comparison
Costa Fascinosa is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2012, it is 8 years newer than Tianjin Orient MS Visio, which entered service in 2004. Costa Fascinosa is approximately 10% larger by gross tonnage at 113,321 GT. Costa Fascinosa also carries 330 more passengers. Costa Fascinosa has upcoming sailings in Eastern Mediterranean. 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 | Tianjin Orient MS Visio |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2012Newer | 2004 |
| Gross Tonnage | 113,321 GT | 102,587 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,800 | 3,470 |
| Space per Passenger | 29.8 GT | 29.6 GT |
| Length | 290 m | 272.19 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Costa Fascinosa vs Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Age
Costa Fascinosa was built in 2012, making it 8 years newer than Tianjin Orient MS Visio, which was built in 2004.
Size
At 113,321 GT, Costa Fascinosa is approximately 10% larger by gross tonnage than Tianjin Orient MS Visio at 102,587 GT.
Passenger capacity
Costa Fascinosa carries up to 3,800 passengers compared with 3,470 aboard Tianjin Orient MS Visio, a difference of 330 passengers.
Passenger space
Costa Fascinosa offers more space per passenger: 29.8 GT per guest, compared with 29.6 aboard Tianjin Orient MS Visio. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Costa Fascinosa (Eastern Mediterranean) and Tianjin Orient MS Visio currently cover different regions or departure ports.
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.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Costa Fascinosa
September 5, 2026
4-Night Eastern Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Catania
From
$719
Price / day
$180
Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Costa Fascinosa
Average
$227 / 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 Fascinosa 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 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.
Choose Tianjin Orient MS Visio if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Costa Fascinosa.
Costa Fascinosa vs Tianjin Orient MS Visio: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Costa Fascinosa
Built in 2012
8 years newer
Bigger
Costa Fascinosa
113,321 GT
10% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Costa Fascinosa is 8 years newer.
- Costa Fascinosa is 10% larger by gross tonnage.
- Costa Fascinosa carries 330 more passengers.
- Costa Fascinosa offers more space per passenger (29.8 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Costa Fascinosa or Tianjin Orient MS Visio?
Costa Fascinosa is newer. It was built in 2012, while Tianjin Orient MS Visio was built in 2004, making Costa Fascinosa 8 years newer.
Which is bigger, Costa Fascinosa or Tianjin Orient MS Visio?
Costa Fascinosa is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 113,321 GT compared with Tianjin Orient MS Visio at 102,587 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Costa Fascinosa has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,800, compared with 3,470 for Tianjin Orient MS Visio.
Which ship is more spacious, Costa Fascinosa or Tianjin Orient MS Visio?
Costa Fascinosa has the higher passenger space ratio at 29.8 GT per passenger, versus 29.6 for Tianjin Orient MS Visio. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does Costa Fascinosa sail?
The upcoming Costa Fascinosa sailings currently listed cover Eastern Mediterranean, departing from Piraeus and Catania.
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