AmaCerto|AmaDolce

AmaCerto vs AmaDolce

Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.

AmaCerto cruise ship
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AmaCerto

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Newer Ship

AmaCerto

Built in 2012

3 years newer

Lower Price Per Day

AmaCerto

$711 / day

$7 less per day

More Spacious Ship

Both ships are the same

AmaCerto vs AmaDolce: Quick Comparison

AmaCerto is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2012, it is 3 years newer than AmaDolce, which entered service in 2009. AmaCerto also carries 18 more passengers. AmaCerto has upcoming sailings in Europe, while AmaDolce has sailings in Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, AmaCerto 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

Specification comparison of AmaCerto and AmaDolce
SpecAmaCertoAmaDolce
Year Built2012Newer2009
Gross Tonnage
Passenger Capacity162144
Space per Passenger
Length135.03 m109.73 m
Decks
Cabins8171

Key Differences: AmaCerto vs AmaDolce

Age

AmaCerto was built in 2012, making it 3 years newer than AmaDolce, which was built in 2009.

Passenger capacity

AmaCerto carries up to 162 passengers compared with 144 aboard AmaDolce, a difference of 18 passengers.

Itineraries

The upcoming sailings shown for AmaCerto and AmaDolce cover a similar region and trip length.

Price

Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaCerto has the lower average starting price per day at $711 per day.

Compare Ports of Call

AmaCerto

Europe's Rivers & Castles

Departure Port
Nuremberg
Region
Europe
Nights
7
Round Trip
No
  1. Day 1 · Sep 2, 2026Nuremberg
  2. Day 2 · Sep 3, 2026Bamberg
  3. Day 3 · Sep 4, 2026Würzburg
  4. Day 4 · Sep 5, 2026Wertheim
  5. Day 5 · Sep 6, 2026Rüdesheim
  6. Day 6 · Sep 7, 2026Cochem
  7. Day 7 · Sep 8, 2026Wasserbillig
  8. Day 8 · Sep 9, 2026Luxembourg

Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.

AmaDolce

Taste of Bordeaux

Departure Port
Bordeaux
Region
Europe
Nights
7
Round Trip
Yes
  1. Day 1 · Sep 3, 2026Bordeaux
  2. Day 2 · Sep 4, 2026Libourne
  3. Day 3 · Sep 5, 2026Libourne
  4. Day 4 · Sep 6, 2026Blaye
  5. Day 5 · Sep 7, 2026Pauillac
  6. Day 6 · Sep 8, 2026Cadillac
  7. Day 7 · Sep 9, 2026Bordeaux
  8. Day 8 · Sep 10, 2026Bordeaux

Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.

Upcoming Cruises & Prices

AmaCerto

AmaDolce

Prices shown are starting fares and may change.

Which Ship Is Cheaper?

AmaCerto

Average

$711 / day

VS

AmaDolce

Average

$718 / day

AmaCerto is currently 1% cheaper per day for comparable sailings

$711/day vs $718/day

About $7 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 AmaCerto 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 Nuremberg and Wasserbillig works for your plans.
  • The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.

Choose AmaDolce if…

  • You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
  • You want to sail in Europe.
  • Departing from Bordeaux works for your plans.
  • You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than AmaCerto.

AmaCerto vs AmaDolce: Final Comparison Summary

Newer

AmaCerto

Built in 2012

3 years newer

Bigger

Both ships are the same

Lower Price Per Day

AmaCerto

$711 / day

About $7 less per day

  • AmaCerto is 3 years newer.
  • Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
  • AmaCerto carries 18 more passengers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is newer, AmaCerto or AmaDolce?

AmaCerto is newer. It was built in 2012, while AmaDolce was built in 2009, making AmaCerto 3 years newer.

Which ship carries more passengers?

AmaCerto has a passenger capacity of approximately 162, compared with 144 for AmaDolce.

Which ship is cheaper, AmaCerto or AmaDolce?

Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaCerto has the lower average starting price per day at $711 per day versus $718 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.

Where does AmaCerto sail?

The upcoming AmaCerto sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Nuremberg and Wasserbillig.

Where does AmaDolce sail?

The upcoming AmaDolce sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Bordeaux.

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