September 3, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Amsterdam
From
$4,849
Price / day
$693
AmaLucia|AmaLea
AmaLucia vs AmaLea
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaLucia
Built in 2021
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaLucia
$693 / day
$64 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaLucia vs AmaLea: Quick Comparison
AmaLucia is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2021, it is 3 years newer than AmaLea, which entered service in 2018. AmaLucia has upcoming sailings in Europe, while AmaLea has sailings in Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, AmaLucia 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 | AmaLucia | AmaLea |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2021Newer | 2018 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 156 | 156 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 135.03 m | 135.03 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 78 | 78 |
Key Differences: AmaLucia vs AmaLea
Age
AmaLucia was built in 2021, making it 3 years newer than AmaLea, which was built in 2018.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaLucia and AmaLea cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaLucia has the lower average starting price per day at $693 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
AmaLucia
Captivating Rhine
- Departure Port
- Amsterdam
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 3, 2026Amsterdam
- Day 2 · Sep 4, 2026Amsterdam
- Day 3 · Sep 5, 2026Dusseldorf
- Day 4 · Sep 6, 2026Rüdesheim
- Day 5 · Sep 7, 2026Ludwigshafen
- Day 6 · Sep 8, 2026Strasbourg
- Day 7 · Sep 9, 2026Breisach
- Day 8 · Sep 10, 2026Basel
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
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.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
AmaLucia
September 10, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Basel
From
$4,849
Price / day
$693
AmaLea
September 5, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Budapest
From
$4,849
Price / day
$693
September 12, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Vilshofen an der Donau
From
$5,749
Price / day
$821
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaLucia
Average
$693 / day
VS
AmaLea
Average
$757 / day
AmaLucia is currently 8% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$693/day vs $757/day
About $64 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 AmaLucia if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Amsterdam and Basel works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Choose AmaLea if…
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Budapest and Vilshofen an der Donau works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than AmaLucia.
AmaLucia vs AmaLea: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaLucia
Built in 2021
3 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaLucia
$693 / day
About $64 less per day
- AmaLucia 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, AmaLucia or AmaLea?
AmaLucia is newer. It was built in 2021, while AmaLea was built in 2018, making AmaLucia 3 years newer.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaLucia or AmaLea?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaLucia has the lower average starting price per day at $693 per day versus $757 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does AmaLucia sail?
The upcoming AmaLucia sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Amsterdam and Basel.
Where does AmaLea sail?
The upcoming AmaLea sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Budapest and Vilshofen an der Donau.
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