September 5, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Budapest
From
$4,849
Price / day
$693
AmaLea|AmaMagna
AmaLea vs AmaMagna
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaMagna
Built in 2019
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaLea
$757 / day
$93 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaLea vs AmaMagna: Quick Comparison
AmaMagna is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2019, it is 1 year newer than AmaLea, which entered service in 2018. AmaMagna also carries 40 more passengers. AmaLea has upcoming sailings in Europe, while AmaMagna has sailings in Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, AmaLea has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover a similar region and trip length, so the price per day figures are reasonably close to like-for-like. 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 | AmaLea | AmaMagna |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2018 | 2019Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 156 | 196 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 135.03 m | 135.03 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 78 | 98 |
Key Differences: AmaLea vs AmaMagna
Age
AmaMagna was built in 2019, making it 1 year newer than AmaLea, which was built in 2018.
Passenger capacity
AmaMagna carries up to 196 passengers compared with 156 aboard AmaLea, a difference of 40 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaLea and AmaMagna cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaLea has the lower average starting price per day at $757 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
AmaLea
Melodies of the Danube
- Departure Port
- Budapest
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Budapest
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026Budapest
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Bratislava
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Vienna
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Weissenkirchen
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Linz
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026Passau
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Vilshofen an der Donau
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
AmaMagna
Magna on the Danube
- Departure Port
- Budapest
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Budapest
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026Budapest
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Bratislava
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Vienna
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Krems An Der Donau
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026Linz
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026Passau
- Day 8 · Sep 13, 2026Vilshofen an der Donau
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
AmaLea
September 12, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Vilshofen an der Donau
From
$5,749
Price / day
$821
AmaMagna
September 6, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Budapest
From
$6,249
Price / day
$893
September 13, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Vilshofen an der Donau
From
$5,649
Price / day
$807
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaLea
Average
$757 / day
VS
AmaMagna
Average
$850 / day
AmaLea is currently 11% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$757/day vs $850/day
About $93 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose AmaLea if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Budapest and Vilshofen an der Donau 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 AmaMagna.
Choose AmaMagna if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Budapest and Vilshofen an der Donau works for your plans.
AmaLea vs AmaMagna: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaMagna
Built in 2019
1 year newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaLea
$757 / day
About $93 less per day
- AmaMagna is 1 year newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- AmaMagna carries 40 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AmaLea or AmaMagna?
AmaMagna is newer. It was built in 2019, while AmaLea was built in 2018, making AmaMagna 1 year newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AmaMagna has a passenger capacity of approximately 196, compared with 156 for AmaLea.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaLea or AmaMagna?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaLea has the lower average starting price per day at $757 per day versus $850 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does AmaLea sail?
The upcoming AmaLea sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Budapest and Vilshofen an der Donau.
Where does AmaMagna sail?
The upcoming AmaMagna sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Budapest and Vilshofen an der Donau.
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