September 6, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Vilshofen an der Donau
From
$4,849
Price / day
$693
AmaSofia|AmaLucia
AmaSofia vs AmaLucia
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaSofia
Built in 2024
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaLucia
$693 / day
$36 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaSofia vs AmaLucia: Quick Comparison
AmaSofia is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2024, it is 3 years newer than AmaLucia, which entered service in 2021. AmaLucia also carries 4 more passengers. AmaSofia has upcoming sailings in Europe, while AmaLucia has sailings in Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, AmaLucia 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 | AmaSofia | AmaLucia |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2024Newer | 2021 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 152 | 156 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 135.03 m | 135.03 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 76 | 78 |
Key Differences: AmaSofia vs AmaLucia
Age
AmaSofia was built in 2024, making it 3 years newer than AmaLucia, which was built in 2021.
Passenger capacity
AmaLucia carries up to 156 passengers compared with 152 aboard AmaSofia, a difference of 4 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaSofia and AmaLucia cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaLucia has the lower average starting price per day at $693 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
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.
AmaLucia
Captivating Rhine
- Departure Port
- Amsterdam
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 3, 2026Amsterdam
- Day 2 · Sep 4, 2026Amsterdam
- Day 3 · Sep 5, 2026Dusseldorf
- Day 4 · Sep 6, 2026Rüdesheim
- Day 5 · Sep 7, 2026Ludwigshafen
- Day 6 · Sep 8, 2026Strasbourg
- Day 7 · Sep 9, 2026Breisach
- Day 8 · Sep 10, 2026Basel
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
AmaSofia
September 13, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Budapest
From
$5,349
Price / day
$764
AmaLucia
September 3, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Amsterdam
From
$4,849
Price / day
$693
September 10, 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?
AmaSofia
Average
$729 / day
VS
AmaLucia
Average
$693 / day
AmaLucia is currently 5% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$693/day vs $729/day
About $36 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 AmaSofia if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Vilshofen an der Donau and Budapest works for your plans.
Choose AmaLucia if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Amsterdam and 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 AmaSofia.
AmaSofia vs AmaLucia: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaSofia
Built in 2024
3 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaLucia
$693 / day
About $36 less per day
- AmaSofia is 3 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- AmaLucia carries 4 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AmaSofia or AmaLucia?
AmaSofia is newer. It was built in 2024, while AmaLucia was built in 2021, making AmaSofia 3 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AmaLucia has a passenger capacity of approximately 156, compared with 152 for AmaSofia.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaSofia or AmaLucia?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaLucia has the lower average starting price per day at $693 per day versus $729 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does AmaSofia sail?
The upcoming AmaSofia sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Vilshofen an der Donau and Budapest.
Where does AmaLucia sail?
The upcoming AmaLucia sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Amsterdam and Basel.
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