September 3, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Paris
From
$5,349
Price / day
$764
AmaLyra|AmaMagdalena
AmaLyra vs AmaMagdalena
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaMagdalena
Built in 2024
15 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaMagdalena
$503 / day
$202 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaLyra vs AmaMagdalena: Quick Comparison
AmaMagdalena is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2024, it is 15 years newer than AmaLyra, which entered service in 2009. AmaLyra also carries 80 more passengers. AmaLyra has upcoming sailings in Europe, while AmaMagdalena has sailings in South America. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, AmaMagdalena 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 | AmaLyra | AmaMagdalena |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2009 | 2024Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 140 | 60 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 109.73 m | 67.97 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 71 | 30 |
Key Differences: AmaLyra vs AmaMagdalena
Age
AmaMagdalena was built in 2024, making it 15 years newer than AmaLyra, which was built in 2009.
Passenger capacity
AmaLyra carries up to 140 passengers compared with 60 aboard AmaMagdalena, a difference of 80 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaLyra (Europe) and AmaMagdalena (South America) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaMagdalena has the lower average starting price per day at $503 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
AmaLyra
Paris & Normandy
- Departure Port
- Paris
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 3, 2026Paris
- Day 2 · Sep 4, 2026Les Andelys
- Day 3 · Sep 5, 2026Le Havre
- Day 4 · Sep 6, 2026Le Havre
- Day 5 · Sep 7, 2026Rouen
- Day 6 · Sep 8, 2026Vernon
- Day 7 · Sep 9, 2026Paris
- Day 8 · Sep 10, 2026Paris
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
AmaMagdalena
Magic of Colombia
- Departure Port
- Barranquilla
- Region
- Cruise
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Barranquilla
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026Sabanagrande
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Magangue
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Mompox
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Mompox
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Calamar
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026Cartagena
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Cartagena
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
AmaLyra
September 10, 2026
14-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Paris
From
$9,049
Price / day
$646
AmaMagdalena
September 5, 2026
7-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Barranquilla
From
$2,999
Price / day
$428
September 12, 2026
7-Night South America Cruise
Departing from Cartagena
From
$4,049
Price / day
$578
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaLyra
Average
$705 / day
VS
AmaMagdalena
Average
$503 / day
AmaMagdalena has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$503/day vs $705/day
About $202 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 AmaLyra if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Paris works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than AmaMagdalena.
Choose AmaMagdalena if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in South America.
- Departing from Barranquilla and Cartagena works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
AmaLyra vs AmaMagdalena: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaMagdalena
Built in 2024
15 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaMagdalena
$503 / day
About $202 less per day
- AmaMagdalena is 15 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- AmaLyra carries 80 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AmaLyra or AmaMagdalena?
AmaMagdalena is newer. It was built in 2024, while AmaLyra was built in 2009, making AmaMagdalena 15 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AmaLyra has a passenger capacity of approximately 140, compared with 60 for AmaMagdalena.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaLyra or AmaMagdalena?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaMagdalena has the lower average starting price per day at $503 per day versus $705 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does AmaLyra sail?
The upcoming AmaLyra sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Paris.
Where does AmaMagdalena sail?
The upcoming AmaMagdalena sailings currently listed cover South America, departing from Barranquilla and Cartagena.
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