Departs in 2 days7 Night Mediterranean - Western Cruise
MSC Cruises • MSC Meraviglia
Sep 27, 2026 · 7 nights
Mediterranean
$875/person$125/night
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MSC Meraviglia vs Norwegian Epic
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. MSC Meraviglia wins 4 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
Quick Compare
Category
MSC Meraviglia
Norwegian Epic
Size
171,598 GT
155,873 GT
Passengers
5,686
4,100
Year built
2017
2010
Crew ratio
3.7 guests per crew
2.3 guests per crew
Space ratio
30.2 GT per guest
38.0 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
315 m
329 m
From price
$874.59 pp
$689 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
MSC Meraviglia is the larger vessel at 171,598 GT, 10% more than Norwegian Epic's 155,873 GT. Norwegian Epic offers more personal space with a space ratio of 38.0 GT per passenger versus 30.2. Built in 2017, MSC Meraviglia is 7 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | MSC Meraviglia |
| Capacity | MSC Meraviglia |
| Modernity | MSC Meraviglia |
| Service | Norwegian Epic |
| Spaciousness | Norwegian Epic |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Norwegian Epic |
| Fleet Power | MSC Meraviglia |
Bottom line: MSC Meraviglia leads 4–3 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose MSC Meraviglia for overall superiority; pick Norwegian Epic if its strengths matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose MSC Meraviglia if
- You want the newer ship (built 2017, 7 years newer)
- Size matters to you (171,598 GT)
- More onboard variety (5,686 guests)
Choose Norwegian Epic if
- More crew per guest (2.3 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (38.0 GT per guest)
- Lower fares per night (from $98 per person per night)
Prices
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | MSC Meraviglia | Norwegian Epic |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $874.59 pp | $689 pp |
| Per night | $125 pp | $98 pp |
| Departing | Sep 27 | Oct 11 |
| Duration | 7 nights | 7 nights |
| View sailing | View sailing |
Prices from Cruisebound, per person, for the sailing shown.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the comparison score calculated?
We score 8 categories from spec data: size, capacity, modernity, service, spaciousness, decks, length and fleet power. Each category awards one point to the winning ship. A category where either ship has no data is marked No data and left out of the score.
What is the space ratio and why does it matter?
Space ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity. A higher number means more space per guest. Luxury lines typically score above 40, and mass-market ships often fall between 30 and 40.
What does the passenger-to-crew ratio mean?
It is the number of guests for each crew member, shown as "3.0 guests per crew". Lower is better: more staff per guest usually means more attentive service. Luxury lines aim for fewer than 2 guests per crew, and large mainstream ships often carry 3 to 4.
Are the prices shown accurate?
Prices come from Cruisebound and are per person for the sailing shown. They change with cabin type, date and demand, so open the sailing to see the current fare.
Can I compare more than two ships?
Yes, up to four ships. Use the search tool on the compare hub page to add additional ships.
How current is the ship data?
Specifications come from our database of 380+ ships, and this page refreshes daily. An "Updated" date appears at the top when either ship's record changed in the last 30 days.
