AmaWaterways
AmaPrima
- Cruises
- 32
- From
- $2,039
Ship comparison
AmaPrima vs AmaSonata
AmaWaterways
AmaSonata
- Cruises
- 22
- From
- $1,829
The verdict
Which should you choose?
AmaPrima is an intimate AmaWaterways ship carrying 162 passengers, in service since 2013. AmaSonata is an intimate AmaWaterways ship carrying 164 passengers, in service since 2014.
Choose AmaSonata if you want a more romantic trip: it outscores AmaPrima for romantic (9.0 vs 8.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
AmaPrima does not lead by a clear margin on any measure we track, so pick it for its itinerary or its dates.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| AmaPrima | AmaSonata | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | AmaWaterways | AmaWaterways |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2013 | 2014 (better) |
| Gross tonnage | 3,600 | 3,600 |
| Passengers | 162 | 164 |
| Crew | 51 | 49 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 3.2 (better) | 3.3 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 22.2 (better) | 22.0 |
| Decks | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 443 ft | 443 ft |
| Beam | 38 ft | 38 ft |
| Speed | — | 13 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 9 / 10 | 9 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 32 | 22 |
| Upcoming sailings | 83 | 95 |
| Cruise lengths | 7 to 11 nights | 7 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $2,039 | $1,829 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. AmaPrima leads on 0 of the ten, AmaSonata on 2, with 8 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
AmaWaterways
AmaPrima
Sailing now
32 cruises on sale, from $2,039.
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
AmaPrima or AmaSonata?
Which is bigger, AmaPrima or AmaSonata?
They are the same size, 3,600 gross tons each. AmaPrima carries 162 passengers and AmaSonata carries 164.
Which ship is newer, AmaPrima or AmaSonata?
AmaSonata is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2014 against 2013 for AmaPrima.
Which has more space per passenger?
AmaPrima, with 22.2 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?
AmaPrima, with one crew member for every 3.2 passengers against one for every 3.3 on AmaSonata.
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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