September 2, 2026
7-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Barranquilla
From
$4,149
Price / day
$593
AmaMelodia|AmaLilia
AmaMelodia vs AmaLilia
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaMelodia
$568 / day
$148 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaMelodia vs AmaLilia: Quick Comparison
AmaMelodia and AmaLilia both entered service in 2024. AmaLilia also carries 18 more passengers. AmaMelodia has upcoming sailings in South America. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, AmaMelodia 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 | AmaMelodia | AmaLilia |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2024 | 2024 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 64 | 82 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 67.97 m | 71.93 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 32 | 41 |
Key Differences: AmaMelodia vs AmaLilia
Age
AmaMelodia and AmaLilia were both built in 2024.
Passenger capacity
AmaLilia carries up to 82 passengers compared with 64 aboard AmaMelodia, a difference of 18 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaMelodia (South America) and AmaLilia currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaMelodia has the lower average starting price per day at $568 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
AmaMelodia
Magic of Colombia
- Departure Port
- Barranquilla
- Region
- Cruise
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 2, 2026Barranquilla
- Day 2 · Sep 3, 2026Sabanagrande
- Day 3 · Sep 4, 2026Magangue
- Day 4 · Sep 5, 2026Mompox
- Day 5 · Sep 6, 2026Mompox
- Day 6 · Sep 7, 2026Calamar
- Day 7 · Sep 8, 2026Cartagena
- Day 8 · Sep 9, 2026Cartagena
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
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.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
AmaMelodia
September 9, 2026
7-Night South America Cruise
Departing from Cartagena
From
$3,799
Price / day
$543
AmaLilia
September 7, 2026
11-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Cairo
From
$8,019
Price / day
$729
September 14, 2026
11-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Cairo
From
$7,719
Price / day
$702
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaMelodia
Average
$568 / day
VS
AmaLilia
Average
$716 / day
AmaMelodia has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$568/day vs $716/day
About $148 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 AmaMelodia if…
- 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.
Choose AmaLilia if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- Departing from Cairo works for your plans.
AmaMelodia vs AmaLilia: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Both ships are the same
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaMelodia
$568 / day
About $148 less per day
- Both ships were built in 2024.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- AmaLilia carries 18 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which ship carries more passengers?
AmaLilia has a passenger capacity of approximately 82, compared with 64 for AmaMelodia.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaMelodia or AmaLilia?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaMelodia has the lower average starting price per day at $568 per day versus $716 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does AmaMelodia sail?
The upcoming AmaMelodia sailings currently listed cover South America, departing from Barranquilla and Cartagena.
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