September 26, 2026
11-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$15,999
Price / day
$1,454
MV Ortelius|SeaDream I
MV Ortelius vs SeaDream I
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
MV Ortelius
Built in 1989
5 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
MV Ortelius
43.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
MV Ortelius vs SeaDream I: Quick Comparison
MV Ortelius is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 1989, it is 5 years newer than SeaDream I, which entered service in 1984. MV Ortelius is approximately 6% larger by gross tonnage at 4,575 GT. SeaDream I also carries 4 more passengers. SeaDream I has upcoming sailings in Mediterranean. 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 | MV Ortelius | SeaDream I |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1989Newer | 1984 |
| Gross Tonnage | 4,575 GT | 4,333 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 106 | 110 |
| Space per Passenger | 43.2 GT | 39.4 GT |
| Length | 91.25 m | 105 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: MV Ortelius vs SeaDream I
Age
MV Ortelius was built in 1989, making it 5 years newer than SeaDream I, which was built in 1984.
Size
At 4,575 GT, MV Ortelius is approximately 6% larger by gross tonnage than SeaDream I at 4,333 GT.
Passenger capacity
SeaDream I carries up to 110 passengers compared with 106 aboard MV Ortelius, a difference of 4 passengers.
Passenger space
MV Ortelius offers more space per passenger: 43.2 GT per guest, compared with 39.4 aboard SeaDream I. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for MV Ortelius and SeaDream I (Mediterranean) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
SeaDream I
Greek Odyssey
- Departure Port
- Piraeus
- Region
- Mediterranean
- Nights
- 11
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 26, 2026Piraeus
- Day 2 · Sep 27, 2026Milos
- Day 3 · Sep 28, 2026Ios Island
- Day 4 · Sep 29, 2026Santorini
- Day 5 · Sep 30, 2026Kusadasi
- Day 6 · Oct 1, 2026Patmos
- Day 7 · Oct 2, 2026Rhodes Town
- Day 8 · Oct 3, 2026Symi
- Day 9 · Oct 4, 2026Heraklion
- Day 10 · Oct 5, 2026Tinos
- Day 11 · Oct 6, 2026Mykonos
- Day 12 · Oct 7, 2026Mykonos
- Day 13 · Oct 8, 2026Kythnos
- Day 14 · Oct 9, 2026Piraeus
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
MV Ortelius
SeaDream I
October 11, 2026
6-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$7,700
Price / day
$1,283
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
MV Ortelius
Average
$0 / day
VS
SeaDream I
Average
$1,369 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose MV Ortelius if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
Choose SeaDream I if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Mediterranean.
- Departing from Piraeus works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than MV Ortelius.
MV Ortelius vs SeaDream I: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
MV Ortelius
Built in 1989
5 years newer
Bigger
MV Ortelius
4,575 GT
6% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- MV Ortelius is 5 years newer.
- MV Ortelius is 6% larger by gross tonnage.
- SeaDream I carries 4 more passengers.
- MV Ortelius offers more space per passenger (43.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, MV Ortelius or SeaDream I?
MV Ortelius is newer. It was built in 1989, while SeaDream I was built in 1984, making MV Ortelius 5 years newer.
Which is bigger, MV Ortelius or SeaDream I?
MV Ortelius is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 4,575 GT compared with SeaDream I at 4,333 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
SeaDream I has a passenger capacity of approximately 110, compared with 106 for MV Ortelius.
Which ship is more spacious, MV Ortelius or SeaDream I?
MV Ortelius has the higher passenger space ratio at 43.2 GT per passenger, versus 39.4 for SeaDream I. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does SeaDream I sail?
The upcoming SeaDream I sailings currently listed cover Mediterranean, departing from Piraeus.
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