September 5, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Basel
From
$4,849
Price / day
$693
AmaViola|Zambezi Queen
AmaViola vs Zambezi Queen
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
AmaViola
Built in 2016
7 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
AmaViola
$722 / day
$776 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
AmaViola vs Zambezi Queen: Quick Comparison
AmaViola is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2016, it is 7 years newer than Zambezi Queen, which entered service in 2009. AmaViola also carries 128 more passengers. AmaViola has upcoming sailings in Europe, while Zambezi Queen has sailings in Africa. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, AmaViola has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. 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 | Zambezi Queen |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2016Newer | 2009 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 156 | 28 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 135.03 m | 45.72 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 78 | 14 |
Key Differences: AmaViola vs Zambezi Queen
Age
AmaViola was built in 2016, making it 7 years newer than Zambezi Queen, which was built in 2009.
Passenger capacity
AmaViola carries up to 156 passengers compared with 28 aboard Zambezi Queen, a difference of 128 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for AmaViola (Europe) and Zambezi Queen (Africa) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
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.
Zambezi Queen
Discover Africa
- Departure Port
- Cape Town
- Region
- Africa
- Nights
- 9
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Cape Town
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026Cape Town
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026Cape Town
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Cape Town
- Day 5 · Sep 8, 2026Chobe River
- Day 6 · Sep 9, 2026Chobe River
- Day 7 · Sep 10, 2026Chobe River
- Day 8 · Sep 11, 2026Chobe River
- Day 9 · Sep 12, 2026Victoria Falls
- Day 10 · Sep 13, 2026Johannesburg
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
Zambezi Queen
September 4, 2026
9-Night Africa Cruise
Departing from Cape Town
From
$14,470
Price / day
$1,608
September 4, 2026
14-Night Africa Cruise
Departing from Cape Town
From
$19,420
Price / day
$1,387
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AmaViola
Average
$722 / day
VS
Zambezi Queen
Average
$1,498 / day
AmaViola has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$722/day vs $1,498/day
About $776 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown and may not represent like-for-like itineraries.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
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.
Choose Zambezi Queen if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Africa.
- Departing from Cape Town works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than AmaViola.
AmaViola vs Zambezi Queen: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AmaViola
Built in 2016
7 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
AmaViola
$722 / day
About $776 less per day
- AmaViola is 7 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- AmaViola carries 128 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AmaViola or Zambezi Queen?
AmaViola is newer. It was built in 2016, while Zambezi Queen was built in 2009, making AmaViola 7 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AmaViola has a passenger capacity of approximately 156, compared with 28 for Zambezi Queen.
Which ship is cheaper, AmaViola or Zambezi Queen?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, AmaViola has the lower average starting price per day at $722 per day versus $1,498 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 Zambezi Queen sail?
The upcoming Zambezi Queen sailings currently listed cover Africa, departing from Cape Town.
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