AmaWaterways
AmaCerto
- Cruises
- 31
- From
- $2,489
Ship comparison
AmaCerto vs Scenic Amber
Scenic
Scenic Amber
- Cruises
- 44
- From
- $3,820
The verdict
Which should you choose?
AmaCerto is an intimate AmaWaterways ship carrying 164 passengers, in service since 2012. Scenic Amber is an intimate Scenic ship carrying 169 passengers, in service since 2016.
Choose AmaCerto if you want better-rated entertainment, better-rated staterooms or more space per passenger: it outscores Scenic Amber for entertainment (7.8 vs 5.0) and staterooms (9.0 vs 7.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and it has 21.3 gross tons per passenger (vs 16.1).
Choose Scenic Amber if you want a better-rated spa and gym or a more family-friendly ship: it outscores AmaCerto for spa & fitness (5.0 vs 2.0) and family friendly (5.0 vs 2.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| AmaCerto | Scenic Amber | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | AmaWaterways | Scenic |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2012 | 2016 (better) |
| Gross tonnage | 3,500 | 2,721 |
| Passengers | 164 | 169 |
| Crew | 51 | 53 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 3.2 | 3.2 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 21.3 (better) | 16.1 |
| Cabins | 82 | — |
| Decks | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 443 ft | 443 ft |
| Beam | 38 ft | 38 ft |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 9 / 10 | 9 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 31 | 44 |
| Upcoming sailings | 86 | 76 |
| Cruise lengths | 7–11 nights | 7–28 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $2,489 (better) | $3,820 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. AmaCerto leads on 4 of the ten, Scenic Amber on 3, with 3 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
AmaWaterways
AmaCerto
Amawaterways' AmaCerto offers a distinctive river cruise experience. While it's a similar concept, river cruising is quite different than ocean cruising. On a river cruise, you can expect to see the shoreline every day, get off of the ship every day, and enjoy a more comfortable setting with fewer passengers.
Highlights
- Multiple outdoor decks offering unimpeded panoramic views
- Sundecks with lounge chairs and retractable roof
- Main Lounge with bar, piano and dance floor
- Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the vessel
Sailing now
31 cruises on sale, from $2,489.
Scenic
Scenic Amber
The 169-passenger Scenic Amber offers a wide-ranging variety of luxury river cruises through the heart of Europe. The ship from luxe cruise line Scenic features a heated vitality pool for guests to enjoy on the panoramic Sun Deck.
Sailing now
44 cruises on sale, from $3,820.
Questions
AmaCerto or Scenic Amber?
Which is bigger, AmaCerto or Scenic Amber?
AmaCerto is bigger at 3,500 gross tons, against 2,721 gross tons for Scenic Amber. AmaCerto carries 164 passengers and Scenic Amber carries 169.
Which ship is newer, AmaCerto or Scenic Amber?
Scenic Amber is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2016 against 2012 for AmaCerto.
Which has more space per passenger?
AmaCerto, with 21.3 gross tons per passenger against 16.1 on Scenic Amber. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
They are level, with one crew member for every 3.2 passengers.
Which is better for families?
Scenic Amber scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 5.0 out of 10, against 2.0 for AmaCerto.
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