April 4, 2027
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from —
From
$4,379
Price / day
$626
AmaRudi|AmaSerena
AmaRudi vs AmaSerena
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaRudi
Built in 2025
10 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaRudi
$605 / day
$88 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaRudi vs AmaSerena: Quick Comparison
AmaRudi is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2025, it is 10 years newer than AmaSerena, which entered service in 2015. AmaRudi also carries 34 more passengers. AmaRudi has upcoming sailings in Europe, while AmaSerena has sailings in Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, AmaRudi 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 | AmaRudi | AmaSerena |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2025Newer | 2015 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 196 | 162 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 135.03 m | 135.03 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 98 | 81 |
Key Differences: AmaRudi vs AmaSerena
Age
AmaRudi was built in 2025, making it 10 years newer than AmaSerena, which was built in 2015.
Passenger capacity
AmaRudi carries up to 196 passengers compared with 162 aboard AmaSerena, a difference of 34 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaRudi (Europe) and AmaSerena (Europe) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaRudi has the lower average starting price per day at $605 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
AmaRudi
7-Night Cruise
- Departure Port
- —
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
AmaSerena
Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps
- Departure Port
- Amsterdam
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 8, 2026Amsterdam
- Day 2 · Sep 9, 2026Amsterdam
- Day 3 · Sep 10, 2026Cologne
- Day 4 · Sep 11, 2026Rüdesheim
- Day 5 · Sep 12, 2026Ludwigshafen
- Day 6 · Sep 13, 2026Strasbourg
- Day 7 · Sep 14, 2026Basel
- Day 8 · Sep 15, 2026Basel
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
AmaRudi
April 11, 2027
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from —
From
$4,079
Price / day
$583
AmaSerena
September 8, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Amsterdam
From
$4,849
Price / day
$693
September 15, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Basel
From
$4,849
Price / day
$693
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaRudi
Average
$605 / day
VS
AmaSerena
Average
$693 / day
AmaRudi has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$605/day vs $693/day
About $88 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 AmaRudi 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.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Choose AmaSerena if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Amsterdam and Basel works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than AmaRudi.
AmaRudi vs AmaSerena: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaRudi
Built in 2025
10 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaRudi
$605 / day
About $88 less per day
- AmaRudi is 10 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- AmaRudi carries 34 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AmaRudi or AmaSerena?
AmaRudi is newer. It was built in 2025, while AmaSerena was built in 2015, making AmaRudi 10 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AmaRudi has a passenger capacity of approximately 196, compared with 162 for AmaSerena.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaRudi or AmaSerena?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaRudi has the lower average starting price per day at $605 per day versus $693 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does AmaRudi sail?
The upcoming AmaRudi sailings currently listed cover Europe.
Where does AmaSerena sail?
The upcoming AmaSerena sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Amsterdam and Basel.
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