September 11, 2026
12-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Tokyo
From
$1,934
Price / day
$161
Marella Explorer 2|Celebrity Millennium
Marella Explorer 2 vs Celebrity Millennium
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Celebrity Millennium
Built in 2000
5 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Marella Explorer 2 vs Celebrity Millennium: Quick Comparison
Celebrity Millennium is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2000, it is 5 years newer than Marella Explorer 2, which entered service in 1995. Celebrity Millennium is approximately 26% larger by gross tonnage at 90,963 GT. Celebrity Millennium has upcoming sailings in Asia. 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 Millennium |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1995 | 2000Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 72,458 GT | 90,963 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 Millennium
Age
Celebrity Millennium was built in 2000, making it 5 years newer than Marella Explorer 2, which was built in 1995.
Size
At 90,963 GT, Celebrity Millennium 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 Millennium (Asia) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Celebrity Millennium
Best of Japan - Golden Week
- Departure Port
- Tokyo
- Region
- Asia
- Nights
- 12
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 11, 2026Tokyo
- Day 2 · Sep 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 13, 2026Kyoto
- Day 4 · Sep 14, 2026Kyoto
- Day 5 · Sep 15, 2026Kochi
- Day 6 · Sep 16, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 17, 2026Busan
- Day 8 · Sep 18, 2026Nagasaki
- Day 9 · Sep 19, 2026Kagoshima
- Day 10 · Sep 20, 2026At Sea
- Day 11 · Sep 21, 2026Mt Fuji
- Day 12 · Sep 22, 2026Tokyo
- Day 13 · Sep 23, 2026Tokyo
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Marella Explorer 2
Celebrity Millennium
September 23, 2026
12-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Tokyo
From
$3,347
Price / day
$279
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Marella Explorer 2
Average
$0 / day
VS
Celebrity Millennium
Average
$220 / 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 Millennium.
Choose Celebrity Millennium if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You want to sail in Asia.
- Departing from Tokyo works for your plans.
Marella Explorer 2 vs Celebrity Millennium: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Celebrity Millennium
Built in 2000
5 years newer
Bigger
Celebrity Millennium
90,963 GT
26% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Celebrity Millennium is 5 years newer.
- Celebrity Millennium 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 Millennium?
Celebrity Millennium is newer. It was built in 2000, while Marella Explorer 2 was built in 1995, making Celebrity Millennium 5 years newer.
Which is bigger, Marella Explorer 2 or Celebrity Millennium?
Celebrity Millennium is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 90,963 GT compared with Marella Explorer 2 at 72,458 GT.
Where does Celebrity Millennium sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Millennium sailings currently listed cover Asia, departing from Tokyo.
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