September 5, 2026
7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$675
Price / day
$96
Mardi Gras|Carnival Firenze
Mardi Gras vs Carnival Firenze
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Mardi Gras
Carnival Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Mardi Gras
$97 / day
$35 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Mardi Gras vs Carnival Firenze: Quick Comparison
Mardi Gras and Carnival Firenze both entered service in 2020. Mardi Gras also carries 2,106 more passengers. Mardi Gras has upcoming sailings in Eastern Caribbean, while Carnival Firenze has sailings in Baja Mexico. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Mardi Gras 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 | Mardi Gras | Carnival Firenze |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2020 | 2020 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | 135,156 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 6,338 | 4,232 |
| Space per Passenger | — | 31.9 GT |
| Length | — | 321 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Mardi Gras vs Carnival Firenze
Age
Mardi Gras and Carnival Firenze were both built in 2020.
Passenger capacity
Mardi Gras carries up to 6,338 passengers compared with 4,232 aboard Carnival Firenze, a difference of 2,106 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Mardi Gras (Eastern Caribbean) and Carnival Firenze (Baja Mexico) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Mardi Gras has the lower average starting price per day at $97 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Mardi Gras
7-Day Eastern Caribbean from Port Canaveral (Orlando), FL
- Departure Port
- Port Canaveral
- Region
- Eastern Caribbean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Port Canaveral
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026Celebration Key™
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Nassau
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Amber Cove
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Grand Turk
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Port Canaveral
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Carnival Firenze
3-Day Baja Mexico from Long Beach (Los Angeles), CA
- Departure Port
- Long Beach
- Region
- Baja Mexico
- Nights
- 3
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Long Beach
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026Ensenada
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Long Beach
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Mardi Gras
September 12, 2026
7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$680
Price / day
$97
Carnival Firenze
September 4, 2026
3-Night Baja Mexico Cruise
Departing from Long Beach
From
$599
Price / day
$200
September 7, 2026
4-Night Baja Mexico Cruise
Departing from Long Beach
From
$252
Price / day
$63
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Mardi Gras
Average
$97 / day
VS
Carnival Firenze
Average
$132 / day
Mardi Gras has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$97/day vs $132/day
About $35 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 Mardi Gras if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Eastern Caribbean.
- Departing from Port Canaveral works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Choose Carnival Firenze if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Baja Mexico.
- Departing from Long Beach works for your plans.
Mardi Gras vs Carnival Firenze: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Both ships are the same
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Mardi Gras
$97 / day
About $35 less per day
- Both ships were built in 2020.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Mardi Gras carries 2,106 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which ship carries more passengers?
Mardi Gras has a passenger capacity of approximately 6,338, compared with 4,232 for Carnival Firenze.
Which ship is cheaper, Mardi Gras or Carnival Firenze?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Mardi Gras has the lower average starting price per day at $97 per day versus $132 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Mardi Gras sail?
The upcoming Mardi Gras sailings currently listed cover Eastern Caribbean, departing from Port Canaveral.
Where does Carnival Firenze sail?
The upcoming Carnival Firenze sailings currently listed cover Baja Mexico, departing from Long Beach.
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