September 28, 2027
11-Night Africa Cruise
Departing from Cairo
From
$7,139
Price / day
$649
AmaCleo|AmaMagdalena
AmaCleo vs AmaMagdalena
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaCleo
Built in 2027
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaMagdalena
$503 / day
$160 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaCleo vs AmaMagdalena: Quick Comparison
AmaCleo is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2027, it is 3 years newer than AmaMagdalena, which entered service in 2024. AmaCleo also carries 22 more passengers. AmaCleo has upcoming sailings in Africa, while AmaMagdalena has sailings in South America. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, AmaMagdalena 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 | AmaMagdalena |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2027Newer | 2024 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 82 | 60 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 71.93 m | 67.97 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 41 | 30 |
Key Differences: AmaCleo vs AmaMagdalena
Age
AmaCleo was built in 2027, making it 3 years newer than AmaMagdalena, which was built in 2024.
Passenger capacity
AmaCleo carries up to 82 passengers compared with 60 aboard AmaMagdalena, a difference of 22 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaCleo (Africa) and AmaMagdalena (South America) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaMagdalena has the lower average starting price per day at $503 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.
AmaMagdalena
Magic of Colombia
- Departure Port
- Barranquilla
- Region
- Cruise
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Barranquilla
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026Sabanagrande
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Magangue
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Mompox
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Mompox
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Calamar
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026Cartagena
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Cartagena
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
AmaMagdalena
September 5, 2026
7-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Barranquilla
From
$2,999
Price / day
$428
September 12, 2026
7-Night South America Cruise
Departing from Cartagena
From
$4,049
Price / day
$578
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaCleo
Average
$663 / day
VS
AmaMagdalena
Average
$503 / day
AmaMagdalena has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$503/day vs $663/day
About $160 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 AmaMagdalena if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in South America.
- Departing from Barranquilla and Cartagena 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 AmaMagdalena: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaCleo
Built in 2027
3 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaMagdalena
$503 / day
About $160 less per day
- AmaCleo is 3 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- AmaCleo carries 22 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AmaCleo or AmaMagdalena?
AmaCleo is newer. It was built in 2027, while AmaMagdalena was built in 2024, making AmaCleo 3 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AmaCleo has a passenger capacity of approximately 82, compared with 60 for AmaMagdalena.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaCleo or AmaMagdalena?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaMagdalena has the lower average starting price per day at $503 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 AmaMagdalena sail?
The upcoming AmaMagdalena sailings currently listed cover South America, departing from Barranquilla and Cartagena.
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