September 6, 2026
10-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Basel
From
$5,659
Price / day
$566
AmaPrima|AmaSonata
AmaPrima vs AmaSonata
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaSonata
Built in 2014
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaPrima
$630 / day
$45 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaPrima vs AmaSonata: Quick Comparison
AmaSonata is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2014, it is 1 year newer than AmaPrima, which entered service in 2013. AmaPrima has upcoming sailings in Europe, while AmaSonata 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 | AmaPrima | AmaSonata |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2013 | 2014Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 162 | 162 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 135.03 m | 135.03 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 81 | 81 |
Key Differences: AmaPrima vs AmaSonata
Age
AmaSonata was built in 2014, making it 1 year newer than AmaPrima, which was built in 2013.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaPrima and AmaSonata 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
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.
AmaSonata
Melodies of the Danube
- Departure Port
- Budapest
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 2, 2026Budapest
- Day 2 · Sep 3, 2026Budapest
- Day 3 · Sep 4, 2026Bratislava
- Day 4 · Sep 5, 2026Vienna
- Day 5 · Sep 6, 2026Weissenkirchen
- Day 6 · Sep 7, 2026Linz
- Day 7 · Sep 8, 2026Passau
- Day 8 · Sep 9, 2026Vilshofen an der Donau
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
AmaPrima
September 16, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from —
From
$4,849
Price / day
$693
AmaSonata
September 2, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Budapest
From
$4,599
Price / day
$657
September 9, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Vilshofen an der Donau
From
$4,849
Price / day
$693
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaPrima
Average
$630 / day
VS
AmaSonata
Average
$675 / day
AmaPrima is currently 7% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$630/day vs $675/day
About $45 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 AmaPrima if…
- 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.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than AmaSonata.
Choose AmaSonata if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Budapest and Vilshofen an der Donau works for your plans.
AmaPrima vs AmaSonata: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaSonata
Built in 2014
1 year newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaPrima
$630 / day
About $45 less per day
- AmaSonata is 1 year newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Both ships carry the same number of passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AmaPrima or AmaSonata?
AmaSonata is newer. It was built in 2014, while AmaPrima was built in 2013, making AmaSonata 1 year newer.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaPrima or AmaSonata?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaPrima has the lower average starting price per day at $630 per day versus $675 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does AmaPrima sail?
The upcoming AmaPrima sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Basel.
Where does AmaSonata sail?
The upcoming AmaSonata sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Budapest and Vilshofen an der Donau.
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