September 26, 2026
11-Night Africa Cruise
Departing from —
From
$6,179
Price / day
$562
AmaNubia|AmaLyra
AmaNubia vs AmaLyra
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
AmaNubia vs AmaLyra: Quick Comparison
AmaNubia and AmaLyra both entered service in 2009. AmaLyra also carries 64 more passengers. AmaNubia has upcoming sailings in Africa, while AmaLyra has sailings in Europe. 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 | AmaNubia | AmaLyra |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2009 | 2009 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 76 | 140 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 71.93 m | 109.73 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 38 | 71 |
Key Differences: AmaNubia vs AmaLyra
Age
AmaNubia and AmaLyra 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 AmaNubia (Africa) and AmaLyra (Europe) 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
AmaNubia
11-Night Cruise
- Departure Port
- —
- Region
- Africa
- Nights
- 11
- Round Trip
- No
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
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.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
AmaNubia
October 3, 2026
11-Night Africa Cruise
Departing from —
From
$6,379
Price / day
$580
AmaLyra
September 3, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Paris
From
$5,349
Price / day
$764
September 10, 2026
14-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Paris
From
$9,049
Price / day
$646
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaNubia
Average
$571 / day
VS
AmaLyra
Average
$705 / 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 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.
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.
AmaNubia vs AmaLyra: 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, AmaNubia or AmaLyra?
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 AmaNubia sail?
The upcoming AmaNubia sailings currently listed cover Africa.
Where does AmaLyra sail?
The upcoming AmaLyra sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Paris.
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