September 3, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Paris
From
$5,349
Price / day
$764
AmaLyra|AmaPrima
AmaLyra vs AmaPrima
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaPrima
Built in 2013
4 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaPrima
$630 / day
$75 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaLyra vs AmaPrima: Quick Comparison
AmaPrima is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2013, it is 4 years newer than AmaLyra, which entered service in 2009. AmaPrima also carries 22 more passengers. AmaLyra has upcoming sailings in Europe, while AmaPrima has sailings in Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, AmaPrima 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 | AmaLyra | AmaPrima |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2009 | 2013Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 140 | 162 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 109.73 m | 135.03 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 71 | 81 |
Key Differences: AmaLyra vs AmaPrima
Age
AmaPrima was built in 2013, making it 4 years newer than AmaLyra, which was built in 2009.
Passenger capacity
AmaPrima carries up to 162 passengers compared with 140 aboard AmaLyra, a difference of 22 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaLyra and AmaPrima cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaPrima has the lower average starting price per day at $630 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.
AmaPrima
Rhine & Moselle Delights
- Departure Port
- Basel
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 10
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Basel
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026Breisach
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Strasbourg
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Ludwigshafen
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Rüdesheim
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026Bernkastel
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026Wasserbillig
- Day 8 · Sep 13, 2026Cochem
- Day 9 · Sep 14, 2026Cologne
- Day 10 · Sep 15, 2026Amsterdam
- Day 11 · Sep 16, 2026Amsterdam
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
AmaPrima
September 6, 2026
10-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Basel
From
$5,659
Price / day
$566
September 16, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from —
From
$4,849
Price / day
$693
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaLyra
Average
$705 / day
VS
AmaPrima
Average
$630 / day
AmaPrima is currently 11% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$630/day vs $705/day
About $75 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 AmaLyra if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower 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 AmaPrima.
Choose AmaPrima if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Basel works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
AmaLyra vs AmaPrima: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaPrima
Built in 2013
4 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaPrima
$630 / day
About $75 less per day
- AmaPrima is 4 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- AmaPrima carries 22 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AmaLyra or AmaPrima?
AmaPrima is newer. It was built in 2013, while AmaLyra was built in 2009, making AmaPrima 4 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AmaPrima has a passenger capacity of approximately 162, compared with 140 for AmaLyra.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaLyra or AmaPrima?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaPrima has the lower average starting price per day at $630 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 AmaPrima sail?
The upcoming AmaPrima sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Basel.
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