September 2, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Nuremberg
From
$4,599
Price / day
$657
AmaCerto|AmaPrima
AmaCerto vs AmaPrima
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaPrima
Built in 2013
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaPrima
$630 / day
$81 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaCerto vs AmaPrima: Quick Comparison
AmaPrima is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2013, it is 1 year newer than AmaCerto, which entered service in 2012. AmaCerto has upcoming sailings in Europe, while AmaPrima has sailings in Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, AmaPrima 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 | AmaCerto | AmaPrima |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2012 | 2013Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 162 | 162 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 135.03 m | 135.03 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 81 | 81 |
Key Differences: AmaCerto vs AmaPrima
Age
AmaPrima was built in 2013, making it 1 year newer than AmaCerto, which was built in 2012.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaCerto and AmaPrima cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaPrima has the lower average starting price per day at $630 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
AmaCerto
Europe's Rivers & Castles
- Departure Port
- Nuremberg
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 2, 2026Nuremberg
- Day 2 · Sep 3, 2026Bamberg
- Day 3 · Sep 4, 2026Würzburg
- Day 4 · Sep 5, 2026Wertheim
- Day 5 · Sep 6, 2026Rüdesheim
- Day 6 · Sep 7, 2026Cochem
- Day 7 · Sep 8, 2026Wasserbillig
- Day 8 · Sep 9, 2026Luxembourg
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
AmaPrima
Rhine & Moselle Delights
- Departure Port
- Basel
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 10
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Basel
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026Breisach
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Strasbourg
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Ludwigshafen
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Rüdesheim
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026Bernkastel
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026Wasserbillig
- Day 8 · Sep 13, 2026Cochem
- Day 9 · Sep 14, 2026Cologne
- Day 10 · Sep 15, 2026Amsterdam
- Day 11 · Sep 16, 2026Amsterdam
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
AmaCerto
September 9, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Wasserbillig
From
$5,349
Price / day
$764
AmaPrima
September 6, 2026
10-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Basel
From
$5,659
Price / day
$566
September 16, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from —
From
$4,849
Price / day
$693
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaCerto
Average
$711 / day
VS
AmaPrima
Average
$630 / day
AmaPrima is currently 11% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$630/day vs $711/day
About $81 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 want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Nuremberg and Wasserbillig works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than AmaPrima.
Choose AmaPrima if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Basel works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
AmaCerto vs AmaPrima: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaPrima
Built in 2013
1 year newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaPrima
$630 / day
About $81 less per day
- AmaPrima is 1 year newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Both ships carry the same number of passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AmaCerto or AmaPrima?
AmaPrima is newer. It was built in 2013, while AmaCerto was built in 2012, making AmaPrima 1 year newer.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaCerto or AmaPrima?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaPrima has the lower average starting price per day at $630 per day versus $711 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 AmaPrima sail?
The upcoming AmaPrima sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Basel.
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