September 2, 2026
11-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Cairo
From
$6,469
Price / day
$588
AmaDahlia|AmaMagdalena
AmaDahlia vs AmaMagdalena
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaMagdalena
Built in 2024
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaMagdalena
$503 / day
$115 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaDahlia vs AmaMagdalena: Quick Comparison
AmaMagdalena is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2024, it is 3 years newer than AmaDahlia, which entered service in 2021. AmaDahlia also carries 12 more passengers. AmaDahlia 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 | AmaDahlia | AmaMagdalena |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2021 | 2024Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 72 | 60 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 71.93 m | 67.97 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 36 | 30 |
Key Differences: AmaDahlia vs AmaMagdalena
Age
AmaMagdalena was built in 2024, making it 3 years newer than AmaDahlia, which was built in 2021.
Passenger capacity
AmaDahlia carries up to 72 passengers compared with 60 aboard AmaMagdalena, a difference of 12 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaDahlia (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
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.
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
AmaDahlia
September 9, 2026
11-Night Africa Cruise
Departing from Cairo
From
$7,119
Price / day
$647
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?
AmaDahlia
Average
$618 / day
VS
AmaMagdalena
Average
$503 / day
AmaMagdalena has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$503/day vs $618/day
About $115 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 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.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than AmaMagdalena.
Choose AmaMagdalena if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- 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.
AmaDahlia vs AmaMagdalena: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaMagdalena
Built in 2024
3 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaMagdalena
$503 / day
About $115 less per day
- AmaMagdalena is 3 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- AmaDahlia carries 12 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AmaDahlia or AmaMagdalena?
AmaMagdalena is newer. It was built in 2024, while AmaDahlia was built in 2021, making AmaMagdalena 3 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AmaDahlia has a passenger capacity of approximately 72, compared with 60 for AmaMagdalena.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaDahlia or AmaMagdalena?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaMagdalena has the lower average starting price per day at $503 per day versus $618 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 AmaMagdalena sail?
The upcoming AmaMagdalena sailings currently listed cover South America, departing from Barranquilla and Cartagena.
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