September 7, 2026
10-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$2,981
Price / day
$298
Marella Explorer 2|Celebrity Infinity
Marella Explorer 2 vs Celebrity Infinity
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Marella Explorer 2
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Newer Ship
Celebrity Infinity
Built in 2001
6 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Marella Explorer 2 vs Celebrity Infinity: Quick Comparison
Celebrity Infinity is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2001, it is 6 years newer than Marella Explorer 2, which entered service in 1995. Celebrity Infinity is approximately 26% larger by gross tonnage at 90,940 GT. Celebrity Infinity has upcoming sailings in Europe. 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 | Marella Explorer 2 | Celebrity Infinity |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1995 | 2001Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 72,458 GT | 90,940 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 1,870 | — |
| Space per Passenger | 38.7 GT | — |
| Length | 246.5 m | 294 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Marella Explorer 2 vs Celebrity Infinity
Age
Celebrity Infinity was built in 2001, making it 6 years newer than Marella Explorer 2, which was built in 1995.
Size
At 90,940 GT, Celebrity Infinity is approximately 26% larger by gross tonnage than Marella Explorer 2 at 72,458 GT.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Marella Explorer 2 and Celebrity Infinity (Europe) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Celebrity Infinity
Best of Greece & Turkey
- Departure Port
- Piraeus
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 10
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 7, 2026Piraeus
- Day 2 · Sep 8, 2026Thessaloniki
- Day 3 · Sep 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 10, 2026Istanbul
- Day 5 · Sep 11, 2026Istanbul
- Day 6 · Sep 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 13, 2026Ephesus
- Day 8 · Sep 14, 2026Santorini
- Day 9 · Sep 15, 2026Rhodes
- Day 10 · Sep 16, 2026Mykonos
- Day 11 · Sep 17, 2026Piraeus
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Marella Explorer 2
Celebrity Infinity
September 17, 2026
9-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$1,196
Price / day
$133
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Marella Explorer 2
Average
$0 / day
VS
Celebrity Infinity
Average
$216 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Marella Explorer 2 if…
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Celebrity Infinity.
Choose Celebrity Infinity if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Piraeus works for your plans.
Marella Explorer 2 vs Celebrity Infinity: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Celebrity Infinity
Built in 2001
6 years newer
Bigger
Celebrity Infinity
90,940 GT
26% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Celebrity Infinity is 6 years newer.
- Celebrity Infinity is 26% larger by gross tonnage.
- Passenger capacity is not available for both ships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Marella Explorer 2 or Celebrity Infinity?
Celebrity Infinity is newer. It was built in 2001, while Marella Explorer 2 was built in 1995, making Celebrity Infinity 6 years newer.
Which is bigger, Marella Explorer 2 or Celebrity Infinity?
Celebrity Infinity is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 90,940 GT compared with Marella Explorer 2 at 72,458 GT.
Where does Celebrity Infinity sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Infinity sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Piraeus.
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