September 3, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Paris
From
$5,349
Price / day
$764
AmaLyra|AmaNubia
AmaLyra vs AmaNubia
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaNubia
$571 / day
$134 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaLyra vs AmaNubia: Quick Comparison
AmaLyra and AmaNubia both entered service in 2009. AmaLyra also carries 64 more passengers. AmaLyra has upcoming sailings in Europe, while AmaNubia has sailings in Africa. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, AmaNubia 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 | AmaNubia |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2009 | 2009 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 140 | 76 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 109.73 m | 71.93 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 71 | 38 |
Key Differences: AmaLyra vs AmaNubia
Age
AmaLyra and AmaNubia were both built in 2009.
Passenger capacity
AmaLyra carries up to 140 passengers compared with 76 aboard AmaNubia, a difference of 64 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaLyra (Europe) and AmaNubia (Africa) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaNubia has the lower average starting price per day at $571 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.
AmaNubia
11-Night Cruise
- Departure Port
- —
- Region
- Africa
- Nights
- 11
- Round Trip
- No
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
AmaNubia
September 26, 2026
11-Night Africa Cruise
Departing from —
From
$6,179
Price / day
$562
October 3, 2026
11-Night Africa Cruise
Departing from —
From
$6,379
Price / day
$580
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaLyra
Average
$705 / day
VS
AmaNubia
Average
$571 / day
AmaNubia has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$571/day vs $705/day
About $134 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.
Choose AmaNubia if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Africa.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
AmaLyra vs AmaNubia: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Both ships are the same
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaNubia
$571 / day
About $134 less per day
- Both ships were built in 2009.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- AmaLyra carries 64 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which ship carries more passengers?
AmaLyra has a passenger capacity of approximately 140, compared with 76 for AmaNubia.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaLyra or AmaNubia?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaNubia has the lower average starting price per day at $571 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 AmaNubia sail?
The upcoming AmaNubia sailings currently listed cover Africa.
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