September 7, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$2,573
Price / day
$368
Disney Wonder|Disney Dream
Disney Wonder vs Disney Dream
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Disney Dream
Built in 2010
11 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Disney Wonder
$361 / day
$53 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Disney Dream
32.4 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Disney Wonder vs Disney Dream: Quick Comparison
Disney Dream is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2010, it is 11 years newer than Disney Wonder, which entered service in 1999. Disney Dream is approximately 54% larger by gross tonnage at 129,690 GT. Disney Dream also carries 675 more passengers. Disney Wonder has upcoming sailings in Alaska, while Disney Dream has sailings in Europe and Transatlantic. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Disney Wonder 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 | Disney Wonder | Disney Dream |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1999 | 2010Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 84,130 GT | 129,690 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,325 | 4,000 |
| Space per Passenger | 25.3 GT | 32.4 GT |
| Length | 294 m | 339.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Disney Wonder vs Disney Dream
Age
Disney Dream was built in 2010, making it 11 years newer than Disney Wonder, which was built in 1999.
Size
At 129,690 GT, Disney Dream is approximately 54% larger by gross tonnage than Disney Wonder at 84,130 GT.
Passenger capacity
Disney Dream carries up to 4,000 passengers compared with 3,325 aboard Disney Wonder, a difference of 675 passengers.
Passenger space
Disney Dream offers more space per passenger: 32.4 GT per guest, compared with 25.3 aboard Disney Wonder. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Disney Wonder (Alaska) and Disney Dream (Europe and Transatlantic) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Disney Wonder has the lower average starting price per day at $361 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Disney Wonder
7-Night Alaskan Cruise from Vancouver
- Departure Port
- Vancouver
- Region
- Alaska
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 7, 2026Vancouver
- Day 2 · Sep 8, 2026Glacier Viewing
- Day 3 · Sep 9, 2026Skagway
- Day 4 · Sep 10, 2026Juneau
- Day 5 · Sep 11, 2026Ketchikan
- Day 6 · Sep 12, 2026Vancouver
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Disney Dream
7-Night British Isles Cruise from Southampton
- Departure Port
- Southampton
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 7, 2026Southampton
- Day 2 · Sep 8, 2026Liverpool
- Day 3 · Sep 9, 2026Greenock
- Day 4 · Sep 10, 2026Cobh
- Day 5 · Sep 11, 2026Portland
- Day 6 · Sep 12, 2026Southampton
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Disney Wonder
September 14, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$2,475
Price / day
$354
Disney Dream
September 7, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Southampton
From
$4,360
Price / day
$623
September 14, 2026
13-Night Transatlantic Cruise
Departing from Southampton
From
$2,651
Price / day
$204
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Disney Wonder
Average
$361 / day
VS
Disney Dream
Average
$414 / day
Disney Wonder has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$361/day vs $414/day
About $53 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 Disney Wonder if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Alaska.
- Departing from Vancouver works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Disney Dream.
Choose Disney Dream 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 Europe and Transatlantic.
- Departing from Southampton works for your plans.
Disney Wonder vs Disney Dream: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Disney Dream
Built in 2010
11 years newer
Bigger
Disney Dream
129,690 GT
54% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Disney Wonder
$361 / day
About $53 less per day
- Disney Dream is 11 years newer.
- Disney Dream is 54% larger by gross tonnage.
- Disney Dream carries 675 more passengers.
- Disney Dream offers more space per passenger (32.4 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Disney Wonder or Disney Dream?
Disney Dream is newer. It was built in 2010, while Disney Wonder was built in 1999, making Disney Dream 11 years newer.
Which is bigger, Disney Wonder or Disney Dream?
Disney Dream is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 129,690 GT compared with Disney Wonder at 84,130 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Disney Dream has a passenger capacity of approximately 4,000, compared with 3,325 for Disney Wonder.
Which ship is more spacious, Disney Wonder or Disney Dream?
Disney Dream has the higher passenger space ratio at 32.4 GT per passenger, versus 25.3 for Disney Wonder. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Disney Wonder or Disney Dream?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Disney Wonder has the lower average starting price per day at $361 per day versus $414 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Disney Wonder sail?
The upcoming Disney Wonder sailings currently listed cover Alaska, departing from Vancouver.
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