September 2, 2026
11-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Cairo
From
$6,469
Price / day
$588
AmaDahlia|AmaLucia
AmaDahlia vs AmaLucia
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaDahlia
$618 / day
$75 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaDahlia vs AmaLucia: Quick Comparison
AmaDahlia and AmaLucia both entered service in 2021. AmaLucia also carries 84 more passengers. AmaDahlia has upcoming sailings in Africa, while AmaLucia has sailings in Europe. 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 | AmaDahlia | AmaLucia |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2021 | 2021 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 72 | 156 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 71.93 m | 135.03 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 36 | 78 |
Key Differences: AmaDahlia vs AmaLucia
Age
AmaDahlia and AmaLucia were both built in 2021.
Passenger capacity
AmaLucia carries up to 156 passengers compared with 72 aboard AmaDahlia, a difference of 84 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaDahlia (Africa) and AmaLucia (Europe) 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
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.
AmaLucia
Captivating Rhine
- Departure Port
- Amsterdam
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 3, 2026Amsterdam
- Day 2 · Sep 4, 2026Amsterdam
- Day 3 · Sep 5, 2026Dusseldorf
- Day 4 · Sep 6, 2026Rüdesheim
- Day 5 · Sep 7, 2026Ludwigshafen
- Day 6 · Sep 8, 2026Strasbourg
- Day 7 · Sep 9, 2026Breisach
- Day 8 · Sep 10, 2026Basel
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
AmaDahlia
September 9, 2026
11-Night Africa Cruise
Departing from Cairo
From
$7,119
Price / day
$647
AmaLucia
September 3, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Amsterdam
From
$4,849
Price / day
$693
September 10, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Basel
From
$4,849
Price / day
$693
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaDahlia
Average
$618 / day
VS
AmaLucia
Average
$693 / day
AmaDahlia has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$618/day vs $693/day
About $75 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 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.
Choose AmaLucia if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Amsterdam and Basel works for your plans.
AmaDahlia vs AmaLucia: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Both ships are the same
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaDahlia
$618 / day
About $75 less per day
- Both ships were built in 2021.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- AmaLucia carries 84 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which ship carries more passengers?
AmaLucia has a passenger capacity of approximately 156, compared with 72 for AmaDahlia.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaDahlia or AmaLucia?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaDahlia has the lower average starting price per day at $618 per day versus $693 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does AmaDahlia sail?
The upcoming AmaDahlia sailings currently listed cover Africa, departing from Cairo.
Where does AmaLucia sail?
The upcoming AmaLucia sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Amsterdam and Basel.
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