October 29, 2026
18-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$670
Price / day
$37
Crystal Serenity|MSC Opera
Crystal Serenity vs MSC Opera
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Crystal Serenity
Crystal Cruises
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Newer Ship
MSC Opera
Built in 2004
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Crystal Serenity vs MSC Opera: Quick Comparison
MSC Opera is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2004, it is 1 year newer than Crystal Serenity, which entered service in 2003. Crystal Serenity is approximately 5% larger by gross tonnage at 68,870 GT. 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 | Crystal Serenity | MSC Opera |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2003 | 2004Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 68,870 GT | 65,591 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 1,096 | — |
| Space per Passenger | 62.8 GT | — |
| Length | 250 m | 251.25 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Crystal Serenity vs MSC Opera
Age
MSC Opera was built in 2004, making it 1 year newer than Crystal Serenity, which was built in 2003.
Size
At 68,870 GT, Crystal Serenity is approximately 5% larger by gross tonnage than MSC Opera at 65,591 GT.
Compare Ports of Call
MSC Opera
MSC Grand Voyages
- Departure Port
- Civitavecchia
- Region
- Cruise
- Nights
- 18
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Oct 29, 2026Civitavecchia
- Day 2 · Oct 30, 2026Genoa
- Day 3 · Oct 31, 2026Livorno
- Day 4 · Nov 1, 2026Marseille
- Day 5 · Nov 2, 2026Barcelona
- Day 6 · Nov 3, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Nov 4, 2026Tangier
- Day 8 · Nov 5, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Nov 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 10 · Nov 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 11 · Nov 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 12 · Nov 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 13 · Nov 10, 2026At Sea
- Day 14 · Nov 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 15 · Nov 12, 2026St. John's
- Day 16 · Nov 13, 2026Philipsburg
- Day 17 · Nov 14, 2026Basseterre
- Day 18 · Nov 15, 2026At Sea
- Day 19 · Nov 16, 2026La Romana
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Crystal Serenity
MSC Opera
October 30, 2026
17-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Genoa
From
$885
Price / day
$52
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Crystal Serenity
Average
$0 / day
VS
MSC Opera
Average
$45 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Crystal Serenity if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than MSC Opera.
Choose MSC Opera if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- Departing from Civitavecchia and Genoa works for your plans.
Crystal Serenity vs MSC Opera: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
MSC Opera
Built in 2004
1 year newer
Bigger
Crystal Serenity
68,870 GT
5% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- MSC Opera is 1 year newer.
- Crystal Serenity is 5% larger by gross tonnage.
- Passenger capacity is not available for both ships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Crystal Serenity or MSC Opera?
MSC Opera is newer. It was built in 2004, while Crystal Serenity was built in 2003, making MSC Opera 1 year newer.
Which is bigger, Crystal Serenity or MSC Opera?
Crystal Serenity is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 68,870 GT compared with MSC Opera at 65,591 GT.
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