September 2, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Budapest
From
$4,599
Price / day
$657
AmaSonata|AmaSerena
AmaSonata vs AmaSerena
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaSerena
Built in 2015
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaSonata
$675 / day
$18 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaSonata vs AmaSerena: Quick Comparison
AmaSerena is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2015, it is 1 year newer than AmaSonata, which entered service in 2014. AmaSonata has upcoming sailings in Europe, while AmaSerena has sailings in Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, AmaSonata 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 | AmaSonata | AmaSerena |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2014 | 2015Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 162 | 162 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 135.03 m | 135.03 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 81 | 81 |
Key Differences: AmaSonata vs AmaSerena
Age
AmaSerena was built in 2015, making it 1 year newer than AmaSonata, which was built in 2014.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaSonata and AmaSerena cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaSonata has the lower average starting price per day at $675 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
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.
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
AmaSonata
September 9, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Vilshofen an der Donau
From
$4,849
Price / day
$693
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?
AmaSonata
Average
$675 / day
VS
AmaSerena
Average
$693 / day
AmaSonata is currently 3% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$675/day vs $693/day
About $18 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 AmaSonata if…
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Budapest and Vilshofen an der Donau 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 AmaSerena.
Choose AmaSerena if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Amsterdam and Basel works for your plans.
AmaSonata vs AmaSerena: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaSerena
Built in 2015
1 year newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaSonata
$675 / day
About $18 less per day
- AmaSerena 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, AmaSonata or AmaSerena?
AmaSerena is newer. It was built in 2015, while AmaSonata was built in 2014, making AmaSerena 1 year newer.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaSonata or AmaSerena?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaSonata has the lower average starting price per day at $675 per day versus $693 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does AmaSonata sail?
The upcoming AmaSonata sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Budapest and Vilshofen an der Donau.
Where does AmaSerena sail?
The upcoming AmaSerena sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Amsterdam and Basel.
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