September 7, 2026
11-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Cairo
From
$8,019
Price / day
$729
AmaLilia|AmaDahlia
AmaLilia vs AmaDahlia
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaLilia
Built in 2024
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaDahlia
$618 / day
$98 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaLilia vs AmaDahlia: Quick Comparison
AmaLilia is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2024, it is 3 years newer than AmaDahlia, which entered service in 2021. AmaLilia also carries 10 more passengers. AmaDahlia has upcoming sailings in Africa. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, AmaDahlia 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 | AmaLilia | AmaDahlia |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2024Newer | 2021 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 82 | 72 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 71.93 m | 71.93 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 41 | 36 |
Key Differences: AmaLilia vs AmaDahlia
Age
AmaLilia was built in 2024, making it 3 years newer than AmaDahlia, which was built in 2021.
Passenger capacity
AmaLilia carries up to 82 passengers compared with 72 aboard AmaDahlia, a difference of 10 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaLilia and AmaDahlia cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaDahlia has the lower average starting price per day at $618 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.
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.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
AmaLilia
September 14, 2026
11-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Cairo
From
$7,719
Price / day
$702
AmaDahlia
September 2, 2026
11-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Cairo
From
$6,469
Price / day
$588
September 9, 2026
11-Night Africa Cruise
Departing from Cairo
From
$7,119
Price / day
$647
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaLilia
Average
$716 / day
VS
AmaDahlia
Average
$618 / day
AmaDahlia is currently 14% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$618/day vs $716/day
About $98 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 AmaLilia if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- Departing from Cairo works for your plans.
Choose AmaDahlia if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- 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.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than AmaLilia.
AmaLilia vs AmaDahlia: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaLilia
Built in 2024
3 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaDahlia
$618 / day
About $98 less per day
- AmaLilia is 3 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- AmaLilia carries 10 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AmaLilia or AmaDahlia?
AmaLilia is newer. It was built in 2024, while AmaDahlia was built in 2021, making AmaLilia 3 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AmaLilia has a passenger capacity of approximately 82, compared with 72 for AmaDahlia.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaLilia or AmaDahlia?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaDahlia has the lower average starting price per day at $618 per day versus $716 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.
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