September 5, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Porto
From
$5,849
Price / day
$836
AmaVida|AmaViola
AmaVida vs AmaViola
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaViola
Built in 2016
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaViola
$722 / day
$114 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaVida vs AmaViola: Quick Comparison
AmaViola is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2016, it is 3 years newer than AmaVida, which entered service in 2013. AmaViola also carries 54 more passengers. AmaVida has upcoming sailings in Europe, while AmaViola has sailings in Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, AmaViola 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 | AmaViola |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2013 | 2016Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 102 | 156 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 79.25 m | 135.03 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 51 | 78 |
Key Differences: AmaVida vs AmaViola
Age
AmaViola was built in 2016, making it 3 years newer than AmaVida, which was built in 2013.
Passenger capacity
AmaViola carries up to 156 passengers compared with 102 aboard AmaVida, a difference of 54 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaVida and AmaViola cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaViola has the lower average starting price per day at $722 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.
AmaViola
Enchanting Rhine
- Departure Port
- Basel
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Basel
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026Breisach
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Strasbourg
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Ludwigshafen
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Rüdesheim
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Monheim
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026Amsterdam
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Amsterdam
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
AmaViola
September 5, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Basel
From
$4,849
Price / day
$693
September 12, 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?
AmaVida
Average
$836 / day
VS
AmaViola
Average
$722 / day
AmaViola is currently 14% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$722/day vs $836/day
About $114 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 ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Porto and Vega de Terron works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than AmaViola.
Choose AmaViola if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Basel and Amsterdam works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
AmaVida vs AmaViola: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaViola
Built in 2016
3 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaViola
$722 / day
About $114 less per day
- AmaViola is 3 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- AmaViola carries 54 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AmaVida or AmaViola?
AmaViola is newer. It was built in 2016, while AmaVida was built in 2013, making AmaViola 3 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AmaViola has a passenger capacity of approximately 156, compared with 102 for AmaVida.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaVida or AmaViola?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaViola has the lower average starting price per day at $722 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 AmaViola sail?
The upcoming AmaViola sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Basel and Amsterdam.
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