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Marella Voyager

Marella Voyager is a Marella cruise ship operated by Marella, in service since 1997. At about 77,302 gross tons, it carries roughly 1,886–1,912 guests and ranks #1 by size in the 5-ship Marella fleet we cover.

  • 77,302 gross tons
  • 1,886–1,912 guests
  • 861 ft long

Photo: Derbusfahrer, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Ship facts

Cruise line
Marella Cruises
Ship class
Marella
Entered service
1997 (29 years ago)
Gross tonnage
77,302
Guests
1,886–1,912
Length
861 ft (262.5 m)
Speed
22 knots
Builder
Meyer Werft
Flag
Malta
IMO number
9106302

About Marella Voyager

Marella Voyager joined Marella Cruises, TUI’s UK cruise line, in 2024. She was built in 1997 as Celebrity Mercury and later sailed for TUI’s German brand as Mein Schiff Herz, so she arrived already adapted to European tastes. Marella designs its ships for British holidaymakers, with drinks and tips included in the fare, an easygoing atmosphere and fly-cruise itineraries from UK airports. Expect a mid-sized ship with classic Celebrity bones, refreshed lounges, a choice of included and extra-cost restaurants, and British entertainment. She suits UK travelers who want a relaxed, all-inclusive holiday at sea.

Best for: British travelers who want a relaxed, all-inclusive fly-cruise on a mid-sized ship.

Marella Voyager highlights

  • Drinks and gratuities included in the fare
  • Fly-cruise itineraries from UK airports
  • Extra-cost specialty dining, including Asian and steak-and-seafood options
  • Classic Celebrity-era layout with refreshed lounges
  • British entertainment and shows

How Marella Voyager compares in size

  1. Marella Voyager77,302
  2. Marella Explorer76,998
  3. Marella Explorer 272,458
  4. Marella Discovery69,472
  5. Marella Discovery 269,472

Gross tonnage measures a ship's enclosed volume, not its weight. Source: Wikidata.

Marella sister ships

Sailing with Marella

Marella Cruises is TUI’s British cruise line, built for UK holidaymakers who want a relaxed, all-inclusive fly-cruise package: drinks and tips are included as standard, and most sailings pair with flights from UK airports. Ships are mid-size and informal, with some sailing as adults-only. It is designed and sold for British travelers, so North Americans will find it hard to arrange and less tailored to their tastes.

Read our full Marella guide: dining, drinks, tipping and who it suits →

Marella Voyager FAQs

How big is Marella Voyager?

Marella Voyager measures about 77,302 gross tons and is about 861 feet (263 m) long. That makes it #1 of 5 Marella ships we cover by tonnage, and #170 among all 255 ocean cruise ships in our guide.

How many passengers does Marella Voyager carry?

About 1,886–1,912 guests, according to Wikidata's record for the ship. Cruise lines usually quote capacity at two guests per cabin; with third and fourth berths filled, the maximum is higher.

When was Marella Voyager built?

Marella Voyager entered service in 1997 and was built by Meyer Werft. Older ships are often refurbished, so ask about recent upgrades when you compare sailings.

What class of ship is Marella Voyager?

Marella Voyager belongs to Marella's Marella, alongside Marella Explorer, Marella Explorer 2, Marella Discovery, Marella Discovery 2. Ships in the same class share a layout and most signature features.

Is Marella Voyager good for families?

Marella’s family ships run kids clubs with activities by age group, busiest during UK school holidays. Children are not allowed on adults-only ships and sailings, so check the ship and date if traveling as a family. Facilities vary by ship, so check what Marella Voyager offers for your kids' ages.

Updated November 2026 by the BookMyDreamCruise editorial team. How we research and fact-check.

Sources: Wikidata, Wikipedia, Marella official site.