September 7, 2026
11-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Cairo
From
$8,019
Price / day
$729
AmaLilia|AmaMaya
AmaLilia vs AmaMaya
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaMaya
$521 / day
$195 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaLilia vs AmaMaya: Quick Comparison
AmaLilia and AmaMaya both entered service in 2024. AmaMaya also carries 38 more passengers. AmaMaya has upcoming sailings in Asia. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, AmaMaya 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 | AmaMaya |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2024 | 2024 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 82 | 120 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 71.93 m | 135.03 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 41 | 60 |
Key Differences: AmaLilia vs AmaMaya
Age
AmaLilia and AmaMaya were both built in 2024.
Passenger capacity
AmaMaya carries up to 120 passengers compared with 82 aboard AmaLilia, a difference of 38 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaLilia and AmaMaya (Asia) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaMaya has the lower average starting price per day at $521 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.
AmaMaya
7-Night Cruise
- Departure Port
- —
- Region
- Asia
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
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
AmaMaya
October 19, 2026
7-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from —
From
$3,649
Price / day
$521
October 26, 2026
7-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from —
From
$3,649
Price / day
$521
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaLilia
Average
$716 / day
VS
AmaMaya
Average
$521 / day
AmaMaya has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$521/day vs $716/day
About $195 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…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- Departing from Cairo works for your plans.
Choose AmaMaya if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Asia.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
AmaLilia vs AmaMaya: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Both ships are the same
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaMaya
$521 / day
About $195 less per day
- Both ships were built in 2024.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- AmaMaya carries 38 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which ship carries more passengers?
AmaMaya has a passenger capacity of approximately 120, compared with 82 for AmaLilia.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaLilia or AmaMaya?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaMaya has the lower average starting price per day at $521 per day versus $716 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does AmaMaya sail?
The upcoming AmaMaya sailings currently listed cover Asia.
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