September 7, 2026
11-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Cairo
From
$8,019
Price / day
$729
AmaLilia|AmaCleo
AmaLilia vs AmaCleo
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaCleo
Built in 2027
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaCleo
$663 / day
$53 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaLilia vs AmaCleo: Quick Comparison
AmaCleo is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2027, it is 3 years newer than AmaLilia, which entered service in 2024. AmaCleo has upcoming sailings in Africa. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, AmaCleo 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 | AmaLilia | AmaCleo |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2024 | 2027Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 82 | 82 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 71.93 m | 71.93 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 41 | 41 |
Key Differences: AmaLilia vs AmaCleo
Age
AmaCleo was built in 2027, making it 3 years newer than AmaLilia, which was built in 2024.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaLilia and AmaCleo (Africa) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaCleo has the lower average starting price per day at $663 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
AmaLilia
Secrets of Egypt & the Nile
- Departure Port
- Cairo
- Region
- Cruise
- Nights
- 11
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 7, 2026Cairo
- Day 2 · Sep 8, 2026Cairo
- Day 3 · Sep 9, 2026Cairo
- Day 4 · Sep 10, 2026Cairo
- Day 5 · Sep 11, 2026Luxor
- Day 6 · Sep 12, 2026Edfu
- Day 7 · Sep 13, 2026Aswan
- Day 8 · Sep 14, 2026Kom Ombo
- Day 9 · Sep 15, 2026Luxor
- Day 10 · Sep 16, 2026Qena
- Day 11 · Sep 17, 2026Cairo
- Day 12 · Sep 18, 2026Cairo
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
AmaCleo
Secrets of Egypt & the Nile
- Departure Port
- Cairo
- Region
- Africa
- Nights
- 11
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 28, 2027Cairo
- Day 2 · Sep 29, 2027Cairo
- Day 3 · Sep 30, 2027Cairo
- Day 4 · Oct 1, 2027Cairo
- Day 5 · Oct 2, 2027Luxor
- Day 6 · Oct 3, 2027Edfu
- Day 7 · Oct 4, 2027Aswan
- Day 8 · Oct 5, 2027Kom Ombo
- Day 9 · Oct 6, 2027Luxor
- Day 10 · Oct 7, 2027Qena
- Day 11 · Oct 8, 2027Cairo
- Day 12 · Oct 9, 2027Cairo
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
AmaLilia
September 14, 2026
11-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Cairo
From
$7,719
Price / day
$702
AmaCleo
September 28, 2027
11-Night Africa Cruise
Departing from Cairo
From
$7,139
Price / day
$649
October 5, 2027
11-Night Africa Cruise
Departing from Cairo
From
$7,439
Price / day
$676
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaLilia
Average
$716 / day
VS
AmaCleo
Average
$663 / day
AmaCleo has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$663/day vs $716/day
About $53 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 AmaLilia if…
- Departing from Cairo works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than AmaCleo.
Choose AmaCleo if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- 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.
AmaLilia vs AmaCleo: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaCleo
Built in 2027
3 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaCleo
$663 / day
About $53 less per day
- AmaCleo is 3 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Both ships carry the same number of passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AmaLilia or AmaCleo?
AmaCleo is newer. It was built in 2027, while AmaLilia was built in 2024, making AmaCleo 3 years newer.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaLilia or AmaCleo?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaCleo has the lower average starting price per day at $663 per day versus $716 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does AmaCleo sail?
The upcoming AmaCleo sailings currently listed cover Africa, departing from Cairo.
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