AmaWaterways
AmaSintra
- Cruises
- 12
- From
- $2,829
Ship comparison
AmaSintra vs SeaDream I
SeaDream Yacht Club
SeaDream I
- Cruises
- 0
- From
- —
The verdict
Which should you choose?
AmaSintra is an intimate AmaWaterways ship carrying 102 passengers, in service since 2025. SeaDream I is an intimate SeaDream Yacht Club ship carrying 112 passengers, in service since 2000.
Choose AmaSintra if you want a newer ship, a better-rated spa and gym or a more active cruise: it outscores SeaDream I for spa & fitness (8.0 vs 7.0) and active (8.0 vs 7.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its maiden voyage was in 2025 (vs 2000).
Choose SeaDream I if you want more space per passenger, more crew per passenger or a more family-friendly ship: it outscores AmaSintra for family friendly (5.0 vs 2.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores, it has 38.0 gross tons per passenger (vs 11.8) and it has a crew member for every 1.2 passengers (vs 2.7).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| AmaSintra | SeaDream I | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | AmaWaterways | SeaDream Yacht Club |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2025 (better) | 2000 |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | — | 2020 |
| Gross tonnage | 1,200 | 4,253 |
| Passengers | 102 | 112 |
| Crew | 38 | 95 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.7 | 1.2 (better) |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 11.8 | 38.0 (better) |
| Decks | 4 | 3 |
| Length | 260 ft | 345 ft |
| Beam | 37 ft | 47 ft |
| Speed | 14 mph | 17 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | — | 9 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 12 | — |
| Upcoming sailings | 87 | — |
| Cruise lengths | 7 nights | — |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $2,829 | — |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. AmaSintra leads on 4 of the ten, SeaDream I on 3, with 3 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
AmaWaterways
AmaSintra
Portugal and Spain continue to grow in popularity for travelers seeking unforgettable experiences in Europe. AmaWaterways will add a new river ship for Douro River sailings when AmaSintra debuts in 2025.
Sailing now
12 cruises on sale, from $2,829.
SeaDream Yacht Club
SeaDream I
SeaDream Yacht Club's twin luxury mega-yachts SeaDream I and SeaDream II were designed as prototypes for the ultra-luxury yachting experience. Teak decks, inviting seating and lounging areas give passengers plenty of room to stroll or simply relax.
Highlights
- World-class dining options with open seating for meals
- Upscale accommodations, including three luxury suites
- Ships have sports platforms with sailboats, kayaks and more
Questions
AmaSintra or SeaDream I?
Which is bigger, AmaSintra or SeaDream I?
SeaDream I is bigger at 4,253 gross tons, against 1,200 gross tons for AmaSintra. AmaSintra carries 102 passengers and SeaDream I carries 112.
Which ship is newer, AmaSintra or SeaDream I?
AmaSintra is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2025 against 2000 for SeaDream I.
Which has more space per passenger?
SeaDream I, with 38.0 gross tons per passenger against 11.8 on AmaSintra. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
SeaDream I, with one crew member for every 1.2 passengers against one for every 2.7 on AmaSintra.
Which is better for families?
SeaDream I scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 5.0 out of 10, against 2.0 for AmaSintra.
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