September 7, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Vilshofen an der Donau
From
$5,049
Price / day
$721
AmaBella|AmaCello
AmaBella vs AmaCello
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaBella
Built in 2021
13 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaBella
$654 / day
$111 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaBella vs AmaCello: Quick Comparison
AmaBella is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2021, it is 13 years newer than AmaCello, which entered service in 2008. AmaBella also carries 20 more passengers. AmaBella has upcoming sailings in Europe, while AmaCello has sailings in Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, AmaBella has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover a similar region and trip length, so the price per day figures are reasonably close to like-for-like. 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 | AmaBella | AmaCello |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2021Newer | 2008 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 160 | 140 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 135.03 m | 109.73 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 80 | 71 |
Key Differences: AmaBella vs AmaCello
Age
AmaBella was built in 2021, making it 13 years newer than AmaCello, which was built in 2008.
Passenger capacity
AmaBella carries up to 160 passengers compared with 140 aboard AmaCello, a difference of 20 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaBella and AmaCello cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaBella has the lower average starting price per day at $654 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
AmaBella
Romantic Danube
- Departure Port
- Vilshofen an der Donau
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 7, 2026Vilshofen an der Donau
- Day 2 · Sep 8, 2026Passau
- Day 3 · Sep 9, 2026Linz
- Day 4 · Sep 10, 2026Weissenkirchen
- Day 5 · Sep 11, 2026Vienna
- Day 6 · Sep 12, 2026Bratislava
- Day 7 · Sep 13, 2026Budapest
- Day 8 · Sep 14, 2026Budapest
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
AmaCello
Essence of Burgundy & Provence
- Departure Port
- Dijon
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 3, 2026Dijon
- Day 2 · Sep 4, 2026Tournus
- Day 3 · Sep 5, 2026Tournus
- Day 4 · Sep 6, 2026Macon
- Day 5 · Sep 7, 2026Lyon
- Day 6 · Sep 8, 2026Vienne
- Day 7 · Sep 9, 2026Avignon
- Day 8 · Sep 10, 2026Arles
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
AmaBella
September 7, 2026
14-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Vilshofen an der Donau
From
$8,199
Price / day
$586
AmaCello
September 3, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Dijon
From
$5,149
Price / day
$736
September 10, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Arles
From
$5,549
Price / day
$793
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaBella
Average
$654 / day
VS
AmaCello
Average
$765 / day
AmaBella is currently 15% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$654/day vs $765/day
About $111 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose AmaBella if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Vilshofen an der Donau works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Choose AmaCello if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Dijon and Arles works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than AmaBella.
AmaBella vs AmaCello: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaBella
Built in 2021
13 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaBella
$654 / day
About $111 less per day
- AmaBella is 13 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- AmaBella carries 20 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AmaBella or AmaCello?
AmaBella is newer. It was built in 2021, while AmaCello was built in 2008, making AmaBella 13 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AmaBella has a passenger capacity of approximately 160, compared with 140 for AmaCello.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaBella or AmaCello?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaBella has the lower average starting price per day at $654 per day versus $765 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does AmaBella sail?
The upcoming AmaBella sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Vilshofen an der Donau.
Where does AmaCello sail?
The upcoming AmaCello sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Dijon and Arles.
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