September 28, 2027
11-Night Africa Cruise
Departing from Cairo
From
$7,139
Price / day
$649
AmaCleo|AmaDahlia
AmaCleo vs AmaDahlia
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaCleo
Built in 2027
6 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaDahlia
$618 / day
$45 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaCleo vs AmaDahlia: Quick Comparison
AmaCleo is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2027, it is 6 years newer than AmaDahlia, which entered service in 2021. AmaCleo also carries 10 more passengers. AmaCleo has upcoming sailings in Africa, while AmaDahlia has sailings in Africa. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, AmaDahlia has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. 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 | AmaCleo | AmaDahlia |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2027Newer | 2021 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 82 | 72 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 71.93 m | 71.93 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 41 | 36 |
Key Differences: AmaCleo vs AmaDahlia
Age
AmaCleo was built in 2027, making it 6 years newer than AmaDahlia, which was built in 2021.
Passenger capacity
AmaCleo carries up to 82 passengers compared with 72 aboard AmaDahlia, a difference of 10 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaCleo (Africa) and AmaDahlia (Africa) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaDahlia has the lower average starting price per day at $618 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
AmaCleo
Secrets of Egypt & the Nile
- Departure Port
- Cairo
- Region
- Africa
- Nights
- 11
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 28, 2027Cairo
- Day 2 · Sep 29, 2027Cairo
- Day 3 · Sep 30, 2027Cairo
- Day 4 · Oct 1, 2027Cairo
- Day 5 · Oct 2, 2027Luxor
- Day 6 · Oct 3, 2027Edfu
- Day 7 · Oct 4, 2027Aswan
- Day 8 · Oct 5, 2027Kom Ombo
- Day 9 · Oct 6, 2027Luxor
- Day 10 · Oct 7, 2027Qena
- Day 11 · Oct 8, 2027Cairo
- Day 12 · Oct 9, 2027Cairo
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
AmaDahlia
Secrets of Egypt & the Nile
- Departure Port
- Cairo
- Region
- Cruise
- Nights
- 11
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 2, 2026Cairo
- Day 2 · Sep 3, 2026Cairo
- Day 3 · Sep 4, 2026Cairo
- Day 4 · Sep 5, 2026Cairo
- Day 5 · Sep 6, 2026Luxor
- Day 6 · Sep 7, 2026Edfu
- Day 7 · Sep 8, 2026Aswan
- Day 8 · Sep 9, 2026Kom Ombo
- Day 9 · Sep 10, 2026Luxor
- Day 10 · Sep 11, 2026Qena
- Day 11 · Sep 12, 2026Cairo
- Day 12 · Sep 13, 2026Cairo
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
AmaCleo
October 5, 2027
11-Night Africa Cruise
Departing from Cairo
From
$7,439
Price / day
$676
AmaDahlia
September 2, 2026
11-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Cairo
From
$6,469
Price / day
$588
September 9, 2026
11-Night Africa Cruise
Departing from Cairo
From
$7,119
Price / day
$647
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaCleo
Average
$663 / day
VS
AmaDahlia
Average
$618 / day
AmaDahlia has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$618/day vs $663/day
About $45 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown and may not represent like-for-like itineraries.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose AmaCleo if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Africa.
- Departing from Cairo works for your plans.
Choose AmaDahlia if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Africa.
- Departing from Cairo works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than AmaCleo.
AmaCleo vs AmaDahlia: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaCleo
Built in 2027
6 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaDahlia
$618 / day
About $45 less per day
- AmaCleo is 6 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- AmaCleo carries 10 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AmaCleo or AmaDahlia?
AmaCleo is newer. It was built in 2027, while AmaDahlia was built in 2021, making AmaCleo 6 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AmaCleo has a passenger capacity of approximately 82, compared with 72 for AmaDahlia.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaCleo or AmaDahlia?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaDahlia has the lower average starting price per day at $618 per day versus $663 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does AmaCleo sail?
The upcoming AmaCleo sailings currently listed cover Africa, departing from Cairo.
Where does AmaDahlia sail?
The upcoming AmaDahlia sailings currently listed cover Africa, departing from Cairo.
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