September 11, 2026
10-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Seattle
From
$1,059
Price / day
$106
Norwegian Joy|Norwegian Viva
Norwegian Joy vs Norwegian Viva
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Norwegian Joy
Norwegian Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Norwegian Viva
Built in 2023
6 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Norwegian Joy
$119 / day
$101 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Norwegian Viva
44.6 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Norwegian Joy vs Norwegian Viva: Quick Comparison
Norwegian Viva is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2023, it is 6 years newer than Norwegian Joy, which entered service in 2017. Norwegian Joy is approximately 17% larger by gross tonnage at 167,725 GT. Norwegian Joy also carries 685 more passengers. Norwegian Joy has upcoming sailings in Alaska, while Norwegian Viva has sailings in Greek Isles. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Norwegian Joy 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 | Norwegian Joy | Norwegian Viva |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2017 | 2023Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 167,725 GT | 143,535 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,900 | 3,215 |
| Space per Passenger | 43 GT | 44.6 GT |
| Length | 333.46 m | 293.4 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Norwegian Joy vs Norwegian Viva
Age
Norwegian Viva was built in 2023, making it 6 years newer than Norwegian Joy, which was built in 2017.
Size
At 167,725 GT, Norwegian Joy is approximately 17% larger by gross tonnage than Norwegian Viva at 143,535 GT.
Passenger capacity
Norwegian Joy carries up to 3,900 passengers compared with 3,215 aboard Norwegian Viva, a difference of 685 passengers.
Passenger space
Norwegian Viva offers more space per passenger: 44.6 GT per guest, compared with 43 aboard Norwegian Joy. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Norwegian Joy (Alaska) and Norwegian Viva (Greek Isles) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Norwegian Joy has the lower average starting price per day at $119 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Norwegian Joy
Alaska: Skagway, Juneau, Sitka& Ketchikan
- Departure Port
- Seattle
- Region
- Alaska
- Nights
- 10
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 11, 2026Seattle
- Day 2 · Sep 12, 2026Ketchikan
- Day 3 · Sep 13, 2026Juneau
- Day 4 · Sep 14, 2026Icy Strait Point
- Day 5 · Sep 15, 2026Sitka
- Day 6 · Sep 16, 2026Skagway
- Day 7 · Sep 17, 2026Victoria
- Day 8 · Sep 18, 2026Seattle
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Norwegian Viva
Greek Isles: Mykonos, Kusadasi & Athens
- Departure Port
- Istanbul
- Region
- Greek Isles
- Nights
- 9
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 7, 2026Istanbul
- Day 2 · Sep 8, 2026Kusadasi
- Day 3 · Sep 9, 2026Santorini
- Day 4 · Sep 10, 2026Mykonos
- Day 5 · Sep 11, 2026Piraeus
- Day 6 · Sep 12, 2026Olympia
- Day 7 · Sep 13, 2026Valletta
- Day 8 · Sep 14, 2026Catania
- Day 9 · Sep 15, 2026Salerno
- Day 10 · Sep 16, 2026Civitavecchia
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Norwegian Joy
September 21, 2026
9-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Seattle
From
$1,179
Price / day
$131
Norwegian Viva
September 7, 2026
9-Night Greek Isles Cruise
Departing from Istanbul
From
$1,369
Price / day
$152
September 16, 2026
10-Night Greek Isles Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$2,879
Price / day
$288
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Norwegian Joy
Average
$119 / day
VS
Norwegian Viva
Average
$220 / day
Norwegian Joy has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$119/day vs $220/day
About $101 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 Norwegian Joy if…
- 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 Alaska.
- Departing from Seattle 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 Norwegian Viva.
Choose Norwegian Viva if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- 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 Greek Isles.
- Departing from Istanbul and Civitavecchia works for your plans.
Norwegian Joy vs Norwegian Viva: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Norwegian Viva
Built in 2023
6 years newer
Bigger
Norwegian Joy
167,725 GT
17% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Norwegian Joy
$119 / day
About $101 less per day
- Norwegian Viva is 6 years newer.
- Norwegian Joy is 17% larger by gross tonnage.
- Norwegian Joy carries 685 more passengers.
- Norwegian Viva offers more space per passenger (44.6 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Norwegian Joy or Norwegian Viva?
Norwegian Viva is newer. It was built in 2023, while Norwegian Joy was built in 2017, making Norwegian Viva 6 years newer.
Which is bigger, Norwegian Joy or Norwegian Viva?
Norwegian Joy is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 167,725 GT compared with Norwegian Viva at 143,535 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Norwegian Joy has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,900, compared with 3,215 for Norwegian Viva.
Which ship is more spacious, Norwegian Joy or Norwegian Viva?
Norwegian Viva has the higher passenger space ratio at 44.6 GT per passenger, versus 43 for Norwegian Joy. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Norwegian Joy or Norwegian Viva?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Norwegian Joy has the lower average starting price per day at $119 per day versus $220 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Norwegian Joy sail?
The upcoming Norwegian Joy sailings currently listed cover Alaska, departing from Seattle.
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