AmaWaterways
AmaMagna
- Cruises
- 26
- From
- $3,089
Ship comparison
AmaMagna vs AmaSonata
AmaWaterways
AmaSonata
- Cruises
- 22
- From
- $1,829
The verdict
Which should you choose?
AmaMagna is an intimate AmaWaterways ship carrying 196 passengers, in service since 2019. AmaSonata is an intimate AmaWaterways ship carrying 164 passengers, in service since 2014.
Choose AmaMagna if you want a better-rated spa and gym, a more romantic trip or more adventure and nature: it outscores AmaSonata for spa & fitness (8.0 vs 2.0), romantic (10.0 vs 9.0) and adventure & nature (6.0 vs 5.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Choose AmaSonata if you want a more active cruise, a lower starting fare or a more family-friendly ship: it outscores AmaMagna for active (8.9 vs 7.0) and family friendly (2.0 vs 1.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its cruises start from $1,829 (vs $3,089).
Side by side
Specifications
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| AmaMagna | AmaSonata | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | AmaWaterways | AmaWaterways |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2019 (better) | 2014 |
| Gross tonnage | 5,000 | 3,600 |
| Passengers | 196 | 164 |
| Crew | 70 | 49 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.8 (better) | 3.3 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 25.5 (better) | 22.0 |
| Decks | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 443 ft | 443 ft |
| Beam | 72 ft | 38 ft |
| Speed | 14 mph | 13 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 9 / 10 | 9 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 26 | 22 |
| Upcoming sailings | 95 | 95 |
| Cruise lengths | 7 to 14 nights | 7 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $3,089 | $1,829 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. AmaMagna leads on 3 of the ten, AmaSonata on 5, with 2 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
AmaWaterways
AmaMagna
Twice as wide as traditional river cruise ships, AmaMagna — launched in May 2019 — will turn heads not just because of its break-the-mold design. The ship devotes more than half its staterooms to luxury suites.
Sailing now
26 cruises on sale, from $3,089.
AmaWaterways
AmaSonata
The 164-passenger AmaSonata offers all you've come to expect from upscale river cruise line AmaWaterways. Sister ship to AmaCerto, the AmaSonata features the line's signature "Twin Balconies" in most staterooms. The accommodations are spacious and measure 210 to 235 sq. ft., with four suites measuring 350 sq. ft.
Highlights
- All outside staterooms feature the distinctive "Twin Balcony" concept
- All staterooms have AmaWaterways' Infotainment system, including complimentary Internet access, first run Hollywood movies and music library
- Multiple outdoor decks offering panoramic views
Sailing now
22 cruises on sale, from $1,829.
Questions
AmaMagna or AmaSonata?
Which is bigger, AmaMagna or AmaSonata?
AmaMagna is bigger at 5,000 gross tons, against 3,600 gross tons for AmaSonata. AmaMagna carries 196 passengers and AmaSonata carries 164.
Which ship is newer, AmaMagna or AmaSonata?
AmaMagna is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2019 against 2014 for AmaSonata.
Which has more space per passenger?
AmaMagna, with 25.5 gross tons per passenger against 22.0 on AmaSonata. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
AmaMagna, with one crew member for every 2.8 passengers against one for every 3.3 on AmaSonata.
Which is better for families?
AmaSonata scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 2.0 out of 10, against 1.0 for AmaMagna.
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