September 2, 2026
7-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Barranquilla
From
$4,149
Price / day
$593
AmaMelodia|AmaSofia
AmaMelodia vs AmaSofia
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
$161 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaMelodia vs AmaSofia: Quick Comparison
AmaMelodia and AmaSofia both entered service in 2024. AmaSofia also carries 88 more passengers. AmaMelodia has upcoming sailings in South America, while AmaSofia has sailings in Europe. 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 | AmaSofia |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2024 | 2024 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 64 | 152 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 67.97 m | 135.03 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 32 | 76 |
Key Differences: AmaMelodia vs AmaSofia
Age
AmaMelodia and AmaSofia were both built in 2024.
Passenger capacity
AmaSofia carries up to 152 passengers compared with 64 aboard AmaMelodia, a difference of 88 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaMelodia (South America) and AmaSofia (Europe) 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.
AmaSofia
Romantic Danube
- Departure Port
- Vilshofen an der Donau
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Vilshofen an der Donau
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026Passau
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Linz
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Weissenkirchen
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Vienna
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026Bratislava
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026Budapest
- Day 8 · Sep 13, 2026Budapest
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
AmaSofia
September 6, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Vilshofen an der Donau
From
$4,849
Price / day
$693
September 13, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Budapest
From
$5,349
Price / day
$764
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaMelodia
Average
$568 / day
VS
AmaSofia
Average
$729 / day
AmaMelodia has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$568/day vs $729/day
About $161 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 AmaSofia if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Vilshofen an der Donau and Budapest works for your plans.
AmaMelodia vs AmaSofia: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Both ships are the same
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaMelodia
$568 / day
About $161 less per day
- Both ships were built in 2024.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- AmaSofia carries 88 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which ship carries more passengers?
AmaSofia has a passenger capacity of approximately 152, compared with 64 for AmaMelodia.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaMelodia or AmaSofia?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaMelodia has the lower average starting price per day at $568 per day versus $729 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.
Where does AmaSofia sail?
The upcoming AmaSofia sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Vilshofen an der Donau and Budapest.
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