September 5, 2026
7-Night Eastern Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Venice
From
$1,243
Price / day
$178
Costa Mediterranea|Costa Deliziosa
Costa Mediterranea vs Costa Deliziosa
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
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Newer Ship
Costa Deliziosa
Built in 2010
7 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Costa Mediterranea vs Costa Deliziosa: Quick Comparison
Costa Deliziosa is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2010, it is 7 years newer than Costa Mediterranea, which entered service in 2003. Costa Deliziosa is approximately 8% larger by gross tonnage at 92,720 GT. Costa Deliziosa 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 Mediterranea | Costa Deliziosa |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2003 | 2010Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 85,619 GT | 92,720 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,680 | — |
| Space per Passenger | 31.9 GT | — |
| Length | 292.5 m | 294 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Costa Mediterranea vs Costa Deliziosa
Age
Costa Deliziosa was built in 2010, making it 7 years newer than Costa Mediterranea, which was built in 2003.
Size
At 92,720 GT, Costa Deliziosa is approximately 8% larger by gross tonnage than Costa Mediterranea at 85,619 GT.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Costa Mediterranea and Costa Deliziosa (Eastern Mediterranean) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Costa Deliziosa
Eastern Mediterranean from Marghera | Venice
- Departure Port
- Venice
- Region
- Eastern Mediterranean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Venice
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026Bari
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Corfu
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Argostoli
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Dubrovnik
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Kotor
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026Zadar
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Venice
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Costa Mediterranea
Costa Deliziosa
September 12, 2026
7-Night Eastern Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Venice
From
$1,319
Price / day
$188
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Costa Mediterranea
Average
$0 / day
VS
Costa Deliziosa
Average
$183 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Costa Mediterranea if…
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Costa Deliziosa.
Choose Costa Deliziosa if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You want to sail in Eastern Mediterranean.
- Departing from Venice works for your plans.
Costa Mediterranea vs Costa Deliziosa: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Costa Deliziosa
Built in 2010
7 years newer
Bigger
Costa Deliziosa
92,720 GT
8% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Costa Deliziosa is 7 years newer.
- Costa Deliziosa is 8% larger by gross tonnage.
- Passenger capacity is not available for both ships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Costa Mediterranea or Costa Deliziosa?
Costa Deliziosa is newer. It was built in 2010, while Costa Mediterranea was built in 2003, making Costa Deliziosa 7 years newer.
Which is bigger, Costa Mediterranea or Costa Deliziosa?
Costa Deliziosa is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 92,720 GT compared with Costa Mediterranea at 85,619 GT.
Where does Costa Deliziosa sail?
The upcoming Costa Deliziosa sailings currently listed cover Eastern Mediterranean, departing from Venice.
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