October 24, 2026
3-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$289
Price / day
$96
MSC Euribia|MSC Bellissima
MSC Euribia vs MSC Bellissima
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
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Newer Ship
MSC Euribia
Built in 2023
4 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
MSC Euribia
$98 / day
$22 less per day
More Spacious Ship
MSC Bellissima
30 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
MSC Euribia vs MSC Bellissima: Quick Comparison
MSC Euribia is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2023, it is 4 years newer than MSC Bellissima, which entered service in 2019. MSC Euribia is approximately 7% larger by gross tonnage at 184,011 GT. MSC Euribia also carries 613 more passengers. MSC Euribia has upcoming sailings in Mediterranean and Northern Europe, while MSC Bellissima has sailings in Asia. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, MSC Euribia 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 | MSC Euribia | MSC Bellissima |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2023Newer | 2019 |
| Gross Tonnage | 184,011 GT | 171,500 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 6,327 | 5,714 |
| Space per Passenger | 29.1 GT | 30 GT |
| Length | 331.43 m | 315 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: MSC Euribia vs MSC Bellissima
Age
MSC Euribia was built in 2023, making it 4 years newer than MSC Bellissima, which was built in 2019.
Size
At 184,011 GT, MSC Euribia is approximately 7% larger by gross tonnage than MSC Bellissima at 171,500 GT.
Passenger capacity
MSC Euribia carries up to 6,327 passengers compared with 5,714 aboard MSC Bellissima, a difference of 613 passengers.
Passenger space
MSC Bellissima offers more space per passenger: 30 GT per guest, compared with 29.1 aboard MSC Euribia. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for MSC Euribia (Mediterranean and Northern Europe) and MSC Bellissima (Asia) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, MSC Euribia has the lower average starting price per day at $98 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
MSC Euribia
Western Mediterranean
- Departure Port
- Barcelona
- Region
- Mediterranean
- Nights
- 3
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Oct 24, 2026Barcelona
- Day 2 · Oct 25, 2026Marseille
- Day 3 · Oct 26, 2026Genoa
- Day 4 · Oct 27, 2026Naples
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
MSC Bellissima
Asia
- Departure Port
- Shanghai
- Region
- Asia
- Nights
- 4
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 8, 2026Shanghai
- Day 2 · Sep 9, 2026Gangjeong/Jeju Island
- Day 3 · Sep 10, 2026Busan
- Day 4 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Sep 12, 2026Shanghai
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
MSC Euribia
April 11, 2027
13-Night Northern Europe Cruise
Departing from Marseille
From
$1,295
Price / day
$100
MSC Bellissima
September 8, 2026
4-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Shanghai
From
$479
Price / day
$120
September 16, 2026
4-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Shanghai
From
$479
Price / day
$120
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
MSC Euribia
Average
$98 / day
VS
MSC Bellissima
Average
$120 / day
MSC Euribia has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$98/day vs $120/day
About $22 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 MSC Euribia 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 want to sail in Mediterranean and Northern Europe.
- Departing from Barcelona and Marseille works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Choose MSC Bellissima if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in Asia.
- Departing from Shanghai works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than MSC Euribia.
MSC Euribia vs MSC Bellissima: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
MSC Euribia
Built in 2023
4 years newer
Bigger
MSC Euribia
184,011 GT
7% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
MSC Euribia
$98 / day
About $22 less per day
- MSC Euribia is 4 years newer.
- MSC Euribia is 7% larger by gross tonnage.
- MSC Euribia carries 613 more passengers.
- MSC Bellissima offers more space per passenger (30 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, MSC Euribia or MSC Bellissima?
MSC Euribia is newer. It was built in 2023, while MSC Bellissima was built in 2019, making MSC Euribia 4 years newer.
Which is bigger, MSC Euribia or MSC Bellissima?
MSC Euribia is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 184,011 GT compared with MSC Bellissima at 171,500 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
MSC Euribia has a passenger capacity of approximately 6,327, compared with 5,714 for MSC Bellissima.
Which ship is more spacious, MSC Euribia or MSC Bellissima?
MSC Bellissima has the higher passenger space ratio at 30 GT per passenger, versus 29.1 for MSC Euribia. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, MSC Euribia or MSC Bellissima?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, MSC Euribia has the lower average starting price per day at $98 per day versus $120 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does MSC Euribia sail?
The upcoming MSC Euribia sailings currently listed cover Mediterranean and Northern Europe, departing from Barcelona and Marseille.
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