September 5, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Porto
From
$5,849
Price / day
$836
AmaVida|AmaCerto
AmaVida vs AmaCerto
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaVida
Built in 2013
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaCerto
$711 / day
$125 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaVida vs AmaCerto: Quick Comparison
AmaVida is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2013, it is 1 year newer than AmaCerto, which entered service in 2012. AmaCerto also carries 60 more passengers. AmaVida has upcoming sailings in Europe, while AmaCerto has sailings in Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, AmaCerto 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 | AmaVida | AmaCerto |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2013Newer | 2012 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 102 | 162 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 79.25 m | 135.03 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 51 | 81 |
Key Differences: AmaVida vs AmaCerto
Age
AmaVida was built in 2013, making it 1 year newer than AmaCerto, which was built in 2012.
Passenger capacity
AmaCerto carries up to 162 passengers compared with 102 aboard AmaVida, a difference of 60 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaVida and AmaCerto cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaCerto has the lower average starting price per day at $711 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
AmaVida
Flavors of Portugal & Spain
- Departure Port
- Porto
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Porto
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026Vega de Terron
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Entre-os-rios
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Régua
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Entre-os-rios
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Porto
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026Pinhão
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Vega de Terron
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
AmaCerto
Europe's Rivers & Castles
- Departure Port
- Nuremberg
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 2, 2026Nuremberg
- Day 2 · Sep 3, 2026Bamberg
- Day 3 · Sep 4, 2026Würzburg
- Day 4 · Sep 5, 2026Wertheim
- Day 5 · Sep 6, 2026Rüdesheim
- Day 6 · Sep 7, 2026Cochem
- Day 7 · Sep 8, 2026Wasserbillig
- Day 8 · Sep 9, 2026Luxembourg
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
AmaVida
September 12, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Vega de Terron
From
$5,849
Price / day
$836
AmaCerto
September 2, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Nuremberg
From
$4,599
Price / day
$657
September 9, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Wasserbillig
From
$5,349
Price / day
$764
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaVida
Average
$836 / day
VS
AmaCerto
Average
$711 / day
AmaCerto is currently 15% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$711/day vs $836/day
About $125 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 AmaVida if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Porto and Vega de Terron works for your plans.
Choose AmaCerto if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Nuremberg and Wasserbillig 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 AmaVida.
AmaVida vs AmaCerto: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaVida
Built in 2013
1 year newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaCerto
$711 / day
About $125 less per day
- AmaVida is 1 year newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- AmaCerto carries 60 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AmaVida or AmaCerto?
AmaVida is newer. It was built in 2013, while AmaCerto was built in 2012, making AmaVida 1 year newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AmaCerto has a passenger capacity of approximately 162, compared with 102 for AmaVida.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaVida or AmaCerto?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaCerto has the lower average starting price per day at $711 per day versus $836 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does AmaVida sail?
The upcoming AmaVida sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Porto and Vega de Terron.
Where does AmaCerto sail?
The upcoming AmaCerto sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Nuremberg and Wasserbillig.
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