October 23, 2026
14-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from Quebec City
From
$2,188
Price / day
$156
Ventura|Sapphire Princess
Ventura vs Sapphire 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
4 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Sapphire Princess
43.4 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Ventura vs Sapphire Princess: Quick Comparison
Ventura is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2008, it is 4 years newer than Sapphire Princess, which entered service in 2004. Ventura is approximately 0% larger by gross tonnage at 116,017 GT. Ventura also carries 630 more passengers. Sapphire Princess has upcoming sailings in Canada & New England and Panama Canal. 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 | Sapphire Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2008Newer | 2004 |
| Gross Tonnage | 116,017 GT | 115,875 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,300 | 2,670 |
| Space per Passenger | 35.2 GT | 43.4 GT |
| Length | 289.61 m | 290 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Ventura vs Sapphire Princess
Age
Ventura was built in 2008, making it 4 years newer than Sapphire Princess, which was built in 2004.
Size
At 116,017 GT, Ventura is approximately 0% larger by gross tonnage than Sapphire Princess at 115,875 GT.
Passenger capacity
Ventura carries up to 3,300 passengers compared with 2,670 aboard Sapphire Princess, a difference of 630 passengers.
Passenger space
Sapphire Princess offers more space per passenger: 43.4 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 Sapphire Princess (Canada & New England and Panama Canal) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Sapphire Princess
Canada & Colonial America
- Departure Port
- Quebec City
- Region
- Canada & New England
- Nights
- 14
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Oct 23, 2026Quebec City
- Day 2 · Oct 24, 2026Saguenay
- Day 3 · Oct 25, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Oct 26, 2026Charlottetown
- Day 5 · Oct 27, 2026Sydney
- Day 6 · Oct 28, 2026Halifax
- Day 7 · Oct 29, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Oct 30, 2026Boston
- Day 9 · Oct 31, 2026Newport
- Day 10 · Nov 1, 2026New York
- Day 11 · Nov 2, 2026New York
- Day 12 · Nov 3, 2026At Sea
- Day 13 · Nov 4, 2026At Sea
- Day 14 · Nov 5, 2026Nassau
- Day 15 · Nov 6, 2026Ft. Lauderdale
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Ventura
Sapphire Princess
November 6, 2026
16-Night Panama Canal Cruise
Departing from Ft. Lauderdale
From
$1,511
Price / day
$94
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Ventura
Average
$0 / day
VS
Sapphire Princess
Average
$125 / 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 Sapphire 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 Canada & New England and Panama Canal.
- Departing from Quebec City and Ft. Lauderdale works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Ventura.
Ventura vs Sapphire Princess: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Ventura
Built in 2008
4 years newer
Bigger
Ventura
116,017 GT
0% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Ventura is 4 years newer.
- Ventura is 0% larger by gross tonnage.
- Ventura carries 630 more passengers.
- Sapphire Princess offers more space per passenger (43.4 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Ventura or Sapphire Princess?
Ventura is newer. It was built in 2008, while Sapphire Princess was built in 2004, making Ventura 4 years newer.
Which is bigger, Ventura or Sapphire Princess?
Ventura is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 116,017 GT compared with Sapphire Princess at 115,875 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Ventura has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,300, compared with 2,670 for Sapphire Princess.
Which ship is more spacious, Ventura or Sapphire Princess?
Sapphire Princess has the higher passenger space ratio at 43.4 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 Sapphire Princess sail?
The upcoming Sapphire Princess sailings currently listed cover Canada & New England and Panama Canal, departing from Quebec City and Ft. Lauderdale.
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