September 5, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Amsterdam
From
$4,599
Price / day
$657
AmaStella|AmaSerena
AmaStella vs AmaSerena
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaStella
Built in 2016
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaStella
$657 / day
$36 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaStella vs AmaSerena: Quick Comparison
AmaStella is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2016, it is 1 year newer than AmaSerena, which entered service in 2015. AmaSerena also carries 6 more passengers. AmaStella has upcoming sailings in Europe, while AmaSerena 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 | AmaSerena |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2016Newer | 2015 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 156 | 162 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 135.03 m | 135.03 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 78 | 81 |
Key Differences: AmaStella vs AmaSerena
Age
AmaStella was built in 2016, making it 1 year newer than AmaSerena, which was built in 2015.
Passenger capacity
AmaSerena carries up to 162 passengers compared with 156 aboard AmaStella, a difference of 6 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaStella and AmaSerena 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.
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
AmaStella
September 12, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Amsterdam
From
$4,599
Price / day
$657
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?
AmaStella
Average
$657 / day
VS
AmaSerena
Average
$693 / day
AmaStella is currently 5% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$657/day vs $693/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 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.
Choose AmaSerena 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.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than AmaStella.
AmaStella vs AmaSerena: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaStella
Built in 2016
1 year newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaStella
$657 / day
About $36 less per day
- AmaStella is 1 year newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- AmaSerena carries 6 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AmaStella or AmaSerena?
AmaStella is newer. It was built in 2016, while AmaSerena was built in 2015, making AmaStella 1 year newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AmaSerena has a passenger capacity of approximately 162, compared with 156 for AmaStella.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaStella or AmaSerena?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaStella has the lower average starting price per day at $657 per day versus $693 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 AmaSerena sail?
The upcoming AmaSerena sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Amsterdam and Basel.
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