September 2, 2026
35-Night Tahiti & South Pacific Cruise
Departing from Sydney
From
$3,391
Price / day
$97
Ventura|Crown Princess
Ventura vs Crown Princess
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Ventura
Carnival Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Ventura
Built in 2008
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Crown Princess
36.5 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Ventura vs Crown Princess: Quick Comparison
Ventura is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2008, it is 2 years newer than Crown Princess, which entered service in 2006. Ventura is approximately 2% larger by gross tonnage at 116,017 GT. Ventura also carries 186 more passengers. Crown Princess has upcoming sailings in Tahiti & South Pacific. 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 | Ventura | Crown Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2008Newer | 2006 |
| Gross Tonnage | 116,017 GT | 113,561 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,300 | 3,114 |
| Space per Passenger | 35.2 GT | 36.5 GT |
| Length | 289.61 m | 289.9 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Ventura vs Crown Princess
Age
Ventura was built in 2008, making it 2 years newer than Crown Princess, which was built in 2006.
Size
At 116,017 GT, Ventura is approximately 2% larger by gross tonnage than Crown Princess at 113,561 GT.
Passenger capacity
Ventura carries up to 3,300 passengers compared with 3,114 aboard Crown Princess, a difference of 186 passengers.
Passenger space
Crown Princess offers more space per passenger: 36.5 GT per guest, compared with 35.2 aboard Ventura. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Ventura and Crown Princess (Tahiti & South Pacific) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Crown Princess
Tahiti, Hawaii & South Pacific
- Departure Port
- Sydney
- Region
- Tahiti & South Pacific
- Nights
- 35
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 2, 2026Sydney
- Day 2 · Sep 3, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 4, 2026Brisbane
- Day 4 · Sep 5, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Sep 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 8, 2026Suva
- Day 8 · Sep 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Sep 10, 2026Apia
- Day 10 · Sep 11, 2026Cross International Date Line
- Day 11 · Sep 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 12 · Sep 13, 2026At Sea
- Day 13 · Sep 14, 2026At Sea
- Day 14 · Sep 15, 2026At Sea
- Day 15 · Sep 16, 2026Honolulu
- Day 16 · Sep 17, 2026Kauai
- Day 17 · Sep 18, 2026Kahului
- Day 18 · Sep 19, 2026Hilo
- Day 19 · Sep 20, 2026Kona
- Day 20 · Sep 21, 2026At Sea
- Day 21 · Sep 22, 2026At Sea
- Day 22 · Sep 23, 2026At Sea
- Day 23 · Sep 24, 2026At Sea
- Day 24 · Sep 25, 2026At Sea
- Day 25 · Sep 26, 2026Tahiti
- Day 26 · Sep 27, 2026Tahiti
- Day 27 · Sep 28, 2026Moorea
- Day 28 · Sep 29, 2026At Sea
- Day 29 · Sep 30, 2026At Sea
- Day 30 · Oct 1, 2026Cross International Date Line
- Day 31 · Oct 2, 2026At Sea
- Day 32 · Oct 3, 2026At Sea
- Day 33 · Oct 4, 2026Auckland
- Day 34 · Oct 5, 2026At Sea
- Day 35 · Oct 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 36 · Oct 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 37 · Oct 8, 2026Sydney
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Ventura
Crown Princess
September 4, 2026
33-Night Tahiti & South Pacific Cruise
Departing from Brisbane
From
$6,474
Price / day
$196
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Ventura
Average
$0 / day
VS
Crown Princess
Average
$147 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Ventura 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.
Choose Crown Princess 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 Tahiti & South Pacific.
- Departing from Sydney and Brisbane works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Ventura.
Ventura vs Crown Princess: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Ventura
Built in 2008
2 years newer
Bigger
Ventura
116,017 GT
2% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Ventura is 2 years newer.
- Ventura is 2% larger by gross tonnage.
- Ventura carries 186 more passengers.
- Crown Princess offers more space per passenger (36.5 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Ventura or Crown Princess?
Ventura is newer. It was built in 2008, while Crown Princess was built in 2006, making Ventura 2 years newer.
Which is bigger, Ventura or Crown Princess?
Ventura is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 116,017 GT compared with Crown Princess at 113,561 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Ventura has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,300, compared with 3,114 for Crown Princess.
Which ship is more spacious, Ventura or Crown Princess?
Crown Princess has the higher passenger space ratio at 36.5 GT per passenger, versus 35.2 for Ventura. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does Crown Princess sail?
The upcoming Crown Princess sailings currently listed cover Tahiti & South Pacific, departing from Sydney and Brisbane.
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