September 5, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Amsterdam
From
$4,599
Price / day
$657
AmaStella|AmaLea
AmaStella vs AmaLea
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaLea
Built in 2018
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaStella
$657 / day
$100 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaStella vs AmaLea: Quick Comparison
AmaLea is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2018, it is 2 years newer than AmaStella, which entered service in 2016. AmaStella has upcoming sailings in Europe, while AmaLea 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 | AmaStella | AmaLea |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2016 | 2018Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 156 | 156 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 135.03 m | 135.03 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 78 | 78 |
Key Differences: AmaStella vs AmaLea
Age
AmaLea was built in 2018, making it 2 years newer than AmaStella, which was built in 2016.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaStella and AmaLea 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
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.
AmaLea
Melodies of the Danube
- Departure Port
- Budapest
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Budapest
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026Budapest
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Bratislava
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Vienna
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Weissenkirchen
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Linz
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026Passau
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Vilshofen an der Donau
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
AmaStella
September 12, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Amsterdam
From
$4,599
Price / day
$657
AmaLea
September 5, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Budapest
From
$4,849
Price / day
$693
September 12, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Vilshofen an der Donau
From
$5,749
Price / day
$821
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaStella
Average
$657 / day
VS
AmaLea
Average
$757 / day
AmaStella is currently 13% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$657/day vs $757/day
About $100 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 AmaStella if…
- 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.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than AmaLea.
Choose AmaLea if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Budapest and Vilshofen an der Donau works for your plans.
AmaStella vs AmaLea: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaLea
Built in 2018
2 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaStella
$657 / day
About $100 less per day
- AmaLea is 2 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Both ships carry the same number of passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AmaStella or AmaLea?
AmaLea is newer. It was built in 2018, while AmaStella was built in 2016, making AmaLea 2 years newer.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaStella or AmaLea?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaStella has the lower average starting price per day at $657 per day versus $757 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does AmaStella sail?
The upcoming AmaStella sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Amsterdam.
Where does AmaLea sail?
The upcoming AmaLea sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Budapest and Vilshofen an der Donau.
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