AmaWaterways
AmaCello
- Cruises
- 30
- From
- $3,139
The verdict
Which should you choose?
AmaCello is an intimate AmaWaterways ship carrying 144 passengers, in service since 2008. AmaLyra is an intimate AmaWaterways ship carrying 148 passengers, in service since 2009.
Choose AmaCello if you want more cruises to choose from: it has 30 cruises on sale (vs 10).
Choose AmaLyra if you want more space per passenger or a more romantic trip: it outscores AmaCello for romantic (10.0 vs 8.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and it has 33.8 gross tons per passenger (vs 23.3).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| AmaCello | AmaLyra | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | AmaWaterways | AmaWaterways |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2008 | 2009 (better) |
| Gross tonnage | 3,350 | 5,000 |
| Passengers | 144 | 148 |
| Crew | 45 | 41 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 3.2 (better) | 3.6 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 23.3 | 33.8 (better) |
| Decks | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 360 ft | 360 ft |
| Beam | 38 ft | 38 ft |
| Speed | 13 mph | 17 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 8 / 10 | 9 / 10 (better) |
| Cruises on sale | 30 | 10 |
| Upcoming sailings | 81 | 91 |
| Cruise lengths | 7 to 11 nights | 7 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $3,139 | $2,729 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. AmaCello leads on 0 of the ten, AmaLyra on 1, with 9 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
AmaWaterways
AmaCello
The 148-passenger AmaCello features twin balcony staterooms, complimentary Wi-Fi and an "infotainment" system, an Observation Lounge, a fitness center and sauna, hair and beauty salon, heated swimming pool, plus a fleet of bicycles.
Highlights
- Sundeck with lounge chairs offering unimpeded panoramic views
- Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the vessel
- Massage and Hair Salon
Sailing now
30 cruises on sale, from $3,139.
AmaWaterways
AmaLyra
Indoors, striking contemporary artwork is a hallmark of this luxurious AmaWaterways vessel. Outdoors, passengers can marvel at ever-changing scenery from a reclining wooden lounge chair on the Sun Deck, not far from an inviting outdoor whirlpool.
Highlights
- Complimentary and unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with every lunch and dinner
- Classic dishes and regionally-inspired cuisine made with fresh locally-sourced ingredients
- Daily excursions with expert guides and personal audio headsets
- Sun Deck with lounge chairs offering panoramic views
Sailing now
10 cruises on sale, from $2,729.
Questions
AmaCello or AmaLyra?
Which is bigger, AmaCello or AmaLyra?
AmaLyra is bigger at 5,000 gross tons, against 3,350 gross tons for AmaCello. AmaCello carries 144 passengers and AmaLyra carries 148.
Which ship is newer, AmaCello or AmaLyra?
AmaLyra is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2009 against 2008 for AmaCello.
Which has more space per passenger?
AmaLyra, with 33.8 gross tons per passenger against 23.3 on AmaCello. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
AmaCello, with one crew member for every 3.2 passengers against one for every 3.6 on AmaLyra.
Which is better for families?
They score the same for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 2.0 out of 10.
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