September 5, 2026
7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$675
Price / day
$96
Mardi Gras|Sun Princess
Mardi Gras vs Sun Princess
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Sun Princess
Built in 2024
4 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Mardi Gras
$97 / day
$89 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Mardi Gras vs Sun Princess: Quick Comparison
Sun Princess is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2024, it is 4 years newer than Mardi Gras, which entered service in 2020. Mardi Gras also carries 2,038 more passengers. Mardi Gras has upcoming sailings in Eastern Caribbean, while Sun Princess has sailings in Europe. 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 | Sun Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2020 | 2024Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 6,338 | 4,300 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | — | 345 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Mardi Gras vs Sun Princess
Age
Sun Princess was built in 2024, making it 4 years newer than Mardi Gras, which was built in 2020.
Passenger capacity
Mardi Gras carries up to 6,338 passengers compared with 4,300 aboard Sun Princess, a difference of 2,038 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Mardi Gras (Eastern Caribbean) and Sun Princess (Europe) 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.
Sun Princess
Western Mediterranean with Italy
- Departure Port
- Barcelona
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 19, 2026Barcelona
- Day 2 · Sep 20, 2026Ibiza
- Day 3 · Sep 21, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 22, 2026Corsica
- Day 5 · Sep 23, 2026Marseille
- Day 6 · Sep 24, 2026Genoa
- Day 7 · Sep 25, 2026La Spezia
- Day 8 · Sep 26, 2026Civitavecchia
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
Sun Princess
September 19, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$1,169
Price / day
$167
October 17, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$1,431
Price / day
$204
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Mardi Gras
Average
$97 / day
VS
Sun Princess
Average
$186 / day
Mardi Gras has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$97/day vs $186/day
About $89 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.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Sun Princess.
Choose Sun Princess if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Barcelona and Civitavecchia works for your plans.
Mardi Gras vs Sun Princess: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Sun Princess
Built in 2024
4 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Mardi Gras
$97 / day
About $89 less per day
- Sun Princess is 4 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Mardi Gras carries 2,038 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Mardi Gras or Sun Princess?
Sun Princess is newer. It was built in 2024, while Mardi Gras was built in 2020, making Sun Princess 4 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Mardi Gras has a passenger capacity of approximately 6,338, compared with 4,300 for Sun Princess.
Which ship is cheaper, Mardi Gras or Sun Princess?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Mardi Gras has the lower average starting price per day at $97 per day versus $186 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 Sun Princess sail?
The upcoming Sun Princess sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Barcelona and Civitavecchia.
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