September 2, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Budapest
From
$4,599
Price / day
$657
AmaSonata|AmaVenita
AmaSonata vs AmaVenita
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaVenita
Built in 2015
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaSonata
$675 / day
$47 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaSonata vs AmaVenita: Quick Comparison
AmaVenita 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 AmaVenita 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 | AmaVenita |
|---|---|---|
| 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 AmaVenita
Age
AmaVenita was built in 2015, making it 1 year newer than AmaSonata, which was built in 2014.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaSonata and AmaVenita 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.
AmaVenita
7-Night Cruise
- Departure Port
- —
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
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
AmaVenita
September 8, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from —
From
$4,849
Price / day
$693
September 15, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Amsterdam
From
$5,249
Price / day
$750
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaSonata
Average
$675 / day
VS
AmaVenita
Average
$722 / day
AmaSonata is currently 7% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$675/day vs $722/day
About $47 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 AmaVenita.
Choose AmaVenita if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Amsterdam works for your plans.
AmaSonata vs AmaVenita: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaVenita
Built in 2015
1 year newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaSonata
$675 / day
About $47 less per day
- AmaVenita 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 AmaVenita?
AmaVenita is newer. It was built in 2015, while AmaSonata was built in 2014, making AmaVenita 1 year newer.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaSonata or AmaVenita?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaSonata has the lower average starting price per day at $675 per day versus $722 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 AmaVenita sail?
The upcoming AmaVenita sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Amsterdam.
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