September 7, 2026
7-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Ho Chi Minh City
From
$2,749
Price / day
$393
AmaDara|AmaVida
AmaDara vs AmaVida
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaDara
Built in 2015
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaDara
$400 / day
$436 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaDara vs AmaVida: Quick Comparison
AmaDara is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2015, it is 2 years newer than AmaVida, which entered service in 2013. AmaDara also carries 18 more passengers. AmaDara has upcoming sailings in Asia, while AmaVida has sailings in Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, AmaDara 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 | AmaDara | AmaVida |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2015Newer | 2013 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 120 | 102 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 92.05 m | 79.25 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 60 | 51 |
Key Differences: AmaDara vs AmaVida
Age
AmaDara was built in 2015, making it 2 years newer than AmaVida, which was built in 2013.
Passenger capacity
AmaDara carries up to 120 passengers compared with 102 aboard AmaVida, a difference of 18 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaDara (Asia) and AmaVida (Europe) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaDara has the lower average starting price per day at $400 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
AmaDara
Charms of the Mekong
- Departure Port
- Ho Chi Minh City
- Region
- Asia
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 7, 2026Ho Chi Minh City
- Day 2 · Sep 8, 2026Cai Be
- Day 3 · Sep 9, 2026Tan Chau
- Day 4 · Sep 10, 2026Phnom Penh
- Day 5 · Sep 11, 2026Oudong
- Day 6 · Sep 12, 2026Koh Oknha Tey
- Day 7 · Sep 13, 2026Angkor Ban
- Day 8 · Sep 14, 2026Kampong Cham
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
AmaVida
Flavors of Portugal & Spain
- Departure Port
- Porto
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Porto
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026Vega de Terron
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Entre-os-rios
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Régua
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Entre-os-rios
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Porto
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026Pinhão
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Vega de Terron
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
AmaDara
September 14, 2026
7-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Siem Reap
From
$2,849
Price / day
$407
AmaVida
September 5, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Porto
From
$5,849
Price / day
$836
September 12, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Vega de Terron
From
$5,849
Price / day
$836
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaDara
Average
$400 / day
VS
AmaVida
Average
$836 / day
AmaDara has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$400/day vs $836/day
About $436 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 AmaDara if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Asia.
- Departing from Ho Chi Minh City and Siem Reap works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Choose AmaVida if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Porto and Vega de Terron works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than AmaDara.
AmaDara vs AmaVida: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaDara
Built in 2015
2 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaDara
$400 / day
About $436 less per day
- AmaDara is 2 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- AmaDara carries 18 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AmaDara or AmaVida?
AmaDara is newer. It was built in 2015, while AmaVida was built in 2013, making AmaDara 2 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AmaDara has a passenger capacity of approximately 120, compared with 102 for AmaVida.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaDara or AmaVida?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaDara has the lower average starting price per day at $400 per day versus $836 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does AmaDara sail?
The upcoming AmaDara sailings currently listed cover Asia, departing from Ho Chi Minh City and Siem Reap.
Where does AmaVida sail?
The upcoming AmaVida sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Porto and Vega de Terron.
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