October 7, 2026
11-Night Australia & New Zealand Cruise
Departing from Sydney
From
$2,323
Price / day
$211
Crown Princess|Ventura
Crown Princess vs Ventura
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Crown Princess
Carnival Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Ventura
Built in 2008
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Crown Princess
36.5 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Crown Princess vs Ventura: Quick Comparison
Ventura is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2008, it is 2 years newer than Crown Princess, which entered service in 2006. Ventura is approximately 2% larger by gross tonnage at 116,017 GT. Ventura also carries 186 more passengers. Crown Princess has upcoming sailings in Australia & New Zealand. 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 | Crown Princess | Ventura |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2006 | 2008Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 113,561 GT | 116,017 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,114 | 3,300 |
| Space per Passenger | 36.5 GT | 35.2 GT |
| Length | 289.9 m | 289.61 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Crown Princess vs Ventura
Age
Ventura was built in 2008, making it 2 years newer than Crown Princess, which was built in 2006.
Size
At 116,017 GT, Ventura is approximately 2% larger by gross tonnage than Crown Princess at 113,561 GT.
Passenger capacity
Ventura carries up to 3,300 passengers compared with 3,114 aboard Crown Princess, a difference of 186 passengers.
Passenger space
Crown Princess offers more space per passenger: 36.5 GT per guest, compared with 35.2 aboard Ventura. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Crown Princess (Australia & New Zealand) and Ventura currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Crown Princess
Southern Australia Explorer
- Departure Port
- Sydney
- Region
- Australia & New Zealand
- Nights
- 11
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Oct 7, 2026Sydney
- Day 2 · Oct 8, 2026Newcastle upon Tyne
- Day 3 · Oct 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Oct 10, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Oct 11, 2026Melbourne
- Day 6 · Oct 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Oct 13, 2026Adelaide
- Day 8 · Oct 14, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Oct 15, 2026At Sea
- Day 10 · Oct 16, 2026Albany
- Day 11 · Oct 17, 2026Margaret River
- Day 12 · Oct 18, 2026Perth
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Crown Princess
November 4, 2026
5-Night Australia & New Zealand Cruise
Departing from Sydney
From
$1,839
Price / day
$368
Ventura
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Crown Princess
Average
$290 / day
VS
Ventura
Average
$0 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Crown Princess 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 Australia & New Zealand.
- Departing from Sydney works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Ventura.
Choose Ventura 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.
Crown Princess vs Ventura: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Ventura
Built in 2008
2 years newer
Bigger
Ventura
116,017 GT
2% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Ventura is 2 years newer.
- Ventura is 2% larger by gross tonnage.
- Ventura carries 186 more passengers.
- Crown Princess offers more space per passenger (36.5 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Crown Princess or Ventura?
Ventura is newer. It was built in 2008, while Crown Princess was built in 2006, making Ventura 2 years newer.
Which is bigger, Crown Princess or Ventura?
Ventura is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 116,017 GT compared with Crown Princess at 113,561 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Ventura has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,300, compared with 3,114 for Crown Princess.
Which ship is more spacious, Crown Princess or Ventura?
Crown Princess has the higher passenger space ratio at 36.5 GT per passenger, versus 35.2 for Ventura. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does Crown Princess sail?
The upcoming Crown Princess sailings currently listed cover Australia & New Zealand, departing from Sydney.
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