AmaWaterways
AmaSonata
- Cruises
- 22
- From
- $1,829
Ship comparison
AmaSonata vs Avalon Envision
Avalon Waterways
Avalon Envision
- Cruises
- 15
- From
- $3,243
The verdict
Which should you choose?
AmaSonata is an intimate AmaWaterways ship carrying 164 passengers, in service since 2014. Avalon Envision is an intimate Avalon Waterways ship carrying 166 passengers, in service since 2019.
Choose AmaSonata if you want better-rated entertainment, better-rated staterooms or a more active cruise: it outscores Avalon Envision for entertainment (7.8 vs 5.0), staterooms (9.0 vs 7.0) and active (8.9 vs 7.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Choose Avalon Envision if you want a better-rated spa and gym, a more family-friendly ship or a newer ship: it outscores AmaSonata for spa & fitness (6.0 vs 2.0) and family friendly (5.0 vs 2.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its maiden voyage was in 2019 (vs 2014).
Side by side
Specifications
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| AmaSonata | Avalon Envision | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | AmaWaterways | Avalon Waterways |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2014 | 2019 (better) |
| Gross tonnage | 3,600 | 2,775 |
| Passengers | 164 | 166 |
| Crew | 49 | 47 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 3.3 (better) | 3.5 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 22.0 (better) | 16.7 |
| Decks | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 443 ft | 443 ft |
| Beam | 38 ft | 39 ft |
| Speed | 13 mph | 14 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 9 / 10 | 9 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 22 | 15 |
| Upcoming sailings | 95 | 84 |
| Cruise lengths | 7 nights | 4 to 15 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $1,829 (better) | $3,243 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. AmaSonata leads on 4 of the ten, Avalon Envision on 3, with 3 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
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.
Avalon Waterways
Avalon Envision
The 166-passenger Avalon Envision debuted in April 2019 as the latest vessel in Avalon Waterways' Suite Ship class.
Sailing now
15 cruises on sale, from $3,243.
Questions
AmaSonata or Avalon Envision?
Which is bigger, AmaSonata or Avalon Envision?
AmaSonata is bigger at 3,600 gross tons, against 2,775 gross tons for Avalon Envision. AmaSonata carries 164 passengers and Avalon Envision carries 166.
Which ship is newer, AmaSonata or Avalon Envision?
Avalon Envision is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2019 against 2014 for AmaSonata.
Which has more space per passenger?
AmaSonata, with 22.0 gross tons per passenger against 16.7 on Avalon Envision. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
AmaSonata, with one crew member for every 3.3 passengers against one for every 3.5 on Avalon Envision.
Which is better for families?
Avalon Envision scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 5.0 out of 10, against 2.0 for AmaSonata.
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