September 2, 2026
7-Night Eastern Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$1,915
Price / day
$274
Tianjin Orient MS Visio|Costa Fascinosa
Tianjin Orient MS Visio vs Costa Fascinosa
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Costa Fascinosa
Built in 2012
8 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Costa Fascinosa
29.8 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Tianjin Orient MS Visio vs Costa Fascinosa: Quick Comparison
Costa Fascinosa is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2012, it is 8 years newer than Tianjin Orient MS Visio, which entered service in 2004. Costa Fascinosa is approximately 10% larger by gross tonnage at 113,321 GT. Costa Fascinosa also carries 330 more passengers. Costa Fascinosa has upcoming sailings in Eastern 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 | Tianjin Orient MS Visio | Costa Fascinosa |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2004 | 2012Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 102,587 GT | 113,321 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,470 | 3,800 |
| Space per Passenger | 29.6 GT | 29.8 GT |
| Length | 272.19 m | 290 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Tianjin Orient MS Visio vs Costa Fascinosa
Age
Costa Fascinosa was built in 2012, making it 8 years newer than Tianjin Orient MS Visio, which was built in 2004.
Size
At 113,321 GT, Costa Fascinosa is approximately 10% larger by gross tonnage than Tianjin Orient MS Visio at 102,587 GT.
Passenger capacity
Costa Fascinosa carries up to 3,800 passengers compared with 3,470 aboard Tianjin Orient MS Visio, a difference of 330 passengers.
Passenger space
Costa Fascinosa offers more space per passenger: 29.8 GT per guest, compared with 29.6 aboard Tianjin Orient MS Visio. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Tianjin Orient MS Visio and Costa Fascinosa (Eastern Mediterranean) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Costa Fascinosa
Eastern Mediterranean from Piraeus | Athens
- Departure Port
- Piraeus
- Region
- Eastern Mediterranean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 2, 2026Piraeus
- Day 2 · Sep 3, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 4, 2026Valletta
- Day 4 · Sep 5, 2026Catania
- Day 5 · Sep 6, 2026Taranto
- Day 6 · Sep 7, 2026Argostoli
- Day 7 · Sep 8, 2026Mykonos
- Day 8 · Sep 9, 2026Piraeus
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Costa Fascinosa
September 5, 2026
4-Night Eastern Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Catania
From
$719
Price / day
$180
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Average
$0 / day
VS
Costa Fascinosa
Average
$227 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Tianjin Orient MS Visio if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Costa Fascinosa.
Choose Costa Fascinosa 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 value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in Eastern Mediterranean.
- Departing from Piraeus and Catania works for your plans.
Tianjin Orient MS Visio vs Costa Fascinosa: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Costa Fascinosa
Built in 2012
8 years newer
Bigger
Costa Fascinosa
113,321 GT
10% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Costa Fascinosa is 8 years newer.
- Costa Fascinosa is 10% larger by gross tonnage.
- Costa Fascinosa carries 330 more passengers.
- Costa Fascinosa offers more space per passenger (29.8 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Tianjin Orient MS Visio or Costa Fascinosa?
Costa Fascinosa is newer. It was built in 2012, while Tianjin Orient MS Visio was built in 2004, making Costa Fascinosa 8 years newer.
Which is bigger, Tianjin Orient MS Visio or Costa Fascinosa?
Costa Fascinosa is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 113,321 GT compared with Tianjin Orient MS Visio at 102,587 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Costa Fascinosa has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,800, compared with 3,470 for Tianjin Orient MS Visio.
Which ship is more spacious, Tianjin Orient MS Visio or Costa Fascinosa?
Costa Fascinosa has the higher passenger space ratio at 29.8 GT per passenger, versus 29.6 for Tianjin Orient MS Visio. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does Costa Fascinosa sail?
The upcoming Costa Fascinosa sailings currently listed cover Eastern Mediterranean, departing from Piraeus and Catania.
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