September 2, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Budapest
From
$4,599
Price / day
$657
AmaSonata|AmaStella
AmaSonata vs AmaStella
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaStella
Built in 2016
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaStella
$657 / day
$18 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaSonata vs AmaStella: Quick Comparison
AmaStella is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2016, it is 2 years newer than AmaSonata, which entered service in 2014. AmaSonata also carries 6 more passengers. AmaSonata has upcoming sailings in Europe, while AmaStella has sailings in Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, AmaStella 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 | AmaStella |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2014 | 2016Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 162 | 156 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 135.03 m | 135.03 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 81 | 78 |
Key Differences: AmaSonata vs AmaStella
Age
AmaStella was built in 2016, making it 2 years newer than AmaSonata, which was built in 2014.
Passenger capacity
AmaSonata carries up to 162 passengers compared with 156 aboard AmaStella, a difference of 6 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaSonata and AmaStella cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaStella has the lower average starting price per day at $657 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.
AmaStella
Best of Holland & Belgium
- Departure Port
- Amsterdam
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Amsterdam
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026Amsterdam
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Hellevoetsluis
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Ghent
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Brussels
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Antwerp
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026Dordrecht
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Amsterdam
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
AmaStella
September 5, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Amsterdam
From
$4,599
Price / day
$657
September 12, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Amsterdam
From
$4,599
Price / day
$657
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaSonata
Average
$675 / day
VS
AmaStella
Average
$657 / day
AmaStella is currently 3% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$657/day vs $675/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 do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Budapest and Vilshofen an der Donau works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than AmaStella.
Choose AmaStella if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Amsterdam works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
AmaSonata vs AmaStella: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaStella
Built in 2016
2 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaStella
$657 / day
About $18 less per day
- AmaStella is 2 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- AmaSonata carries 6 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AmaSonata or AmaStella?
AmaStella is newer. It was built in 2016, while AmaSonata was built in 2014, making AmaStella 2 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AmaSonata has a passenger capacity of approximately 162, compared with 156 for AmaStella.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaSonata or AmaStella?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaStella has the lower average starting price per day at $657 per day versus $675 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 AmaStella sail?
The upcoming AmaStella sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Amsterdam.
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