September 5, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Basel
From
$4,849
Price / day
$693
AmaViola|AmaLea
AmaViola 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
AmaViola
$722 / day
$35 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaViola vs AmaLea: Quick Comparison
AmaLea is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2018, it is 2 years newer than AmaViola, which entered service in 2016. AmaViola has upcoming sailings in Europe, while AmaLea 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 | AmaViola | 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: AmaViola vs AmaLea
Age
AmaLea was built in 2018, making it 2 years newer than AmaViola, which was built in 2016.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaViola and AmaLea 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
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.
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
AmaViola
September 12, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Amsterdam
From
$5,249
Price / day
$750
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?
AmaViola
Average
$722 / day
VS
AmaLea
Average
$757 / day
AmaViola is currently 5% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$722/day vs $757/day
About $35 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 AmaViola if…
- 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.
- 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.
AmaViola vs AmaLea: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaLea
Built in 2018
2 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaViola
$722 / day
About $35 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, AmaViola or AmaLea?
AmaLea is newer. It was built in 2018, while AmaViola was built in 2016, making AmaLea 2 years newer.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaViola or AmaLea?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaViola has the lower average starting price per day at $722 per day versus $757 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does AmaViola sail?
The upcoming AmaViola sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Basel and 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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