September 5, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Budapest
From
$4,849
Price / day
$693
AmaLea|AmaStella
AmaLea vs AmaStella
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaLea
Built in 2018
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaStella
$657 / day
$100 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaLea vs AmaStella: Quick Comparison
AmaLea is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2018, it is 2 years newer than AmaStella, which entered service in 2016. AmaLea has upcoming sailings in Europe, while AmaStella has sailings in Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, AmaStella 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 | AmaStella |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2018Newer | 2016 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 156 | 156 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 135.03 m | 135.03 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 78 | 78 |
Key Differences: AmaLea vs AmaStella
Age
AmaLea was built in 2018, making it 2 years newer than AmaStella, which was built in 2016.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaLea and AmaStella cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaStella has the lower average starting price per day at $657 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.
AmaStella
Best of Holland & Belgium
- Departure Port
- Amsterdam
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Amsterdam
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026Amsterdam
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Hellevoetsluis
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Ghent
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Brussels
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Antwerp
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026Dordrecht
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Amsterdam
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
AmaStella
September 5, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Amsterdam
From
$4,599
Price / day
$657
September 12, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Amsterdam
From
$4,599
Price / day
$657
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaLea
Average
$757 / day
VS
AmaStella
Average
$657 / day
AmaStella is currently 13% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$657/day vs $757/day
About $100 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 newer ship.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Budapest and Vilshofen an der Donau works for your plans.
Choose AmaStella if…
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Amsterdam 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 AmaLea.
AmaLea vs AmaStella: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaLea
Built in 2018
2 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaStella
$657 / day
About $100 less per day
- AmaLea is 2 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Both ships carry the same number of passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AmaLea or AmaStella?
AmaLea is newer. It was built in 2018, while AmaStella was built in 2016, making AmaLea 2 years newer.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaLea or AmaStella?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaStella has the lower average starting price per day at $657 per day versus $757 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 AmaStella sail?
The upcoming AmaStella sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Amsterdam.
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