AmaWaterways
AmaSonata
- Cruises
- 22
- From
- $1,549
Ship comparison
AmaSonata vs Viking Tor
Viking River Cruises
Viking Tor
- Cruises
- 6
- From
- $2,499
The verdict
Which should you choose?
AmaSonata is an intimate AmaWaterways ship carrying 164 passengers, in service since 2013. Viking Tor is an intimate Viking River Cruises ship carrying 190 passengers, in service since 2014.
Choose AmaSonata if you want a more romantic trip, more of a party or more adventure and nature: it outscores Viking Tor for romantic (9.0 vs 5.0), party (5.0 vs 2.0) and adventure & nature (5.0 vs 3.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Choose Viking Tor if you want more space per passenger: it has 26.3 gross tons per passenger (vs 22.0).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| AmaSonata | Viking Tor | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | AmaWaterways | Viking River Cruises |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2013 | 2014 (better) |
| Gross tonnage | 3,600 | 5,000 |
| Passengers | 164 | 190 |
| Crew | 49 | 50 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 3.3 (better) | 3.8 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 22.0 | 26.3 (better) |
| Decks | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 443 ft | 443 ft |
| Beam | 38 ft | 37 ft |
| Speed | 13 mph | 17 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 9 / 10 | 9 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 22 | 6 |
| Upcoming sailings | 97 | 89 |
| Cruise lengths | 7 nights | 7 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $1,549 (better) | $2,499 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. AmaSonata leads on 6 of the ten, Viking Tor on 1, 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 $1,549.
Viking River Cruises
Viking Tor
The 190-passenger Viking Tor takes passengers on scenic tour of the Blue Danube, with visits to Vienna and Budapest among the highlights.
Highlights
- Sun Deck with 360-degree views and shaded sitting area; organic herb garden and solar panels; putting green, chess and walking track
- Free shipwide wi-fi
- "Balcony" cabins have floor-to-ceiling glass doors
- Aquavit Terrace at the bow of the ship is great place to watch the river roll by
Sailing now
6 cruises on sale, from $2,499.
Questions
AmaSonata or Viking Tor?
Which is bigger, AmaSonata or Viking Tor?
Viking Tor is bigger at 5,000 gross tons, against 3,600 gross tons for AmaSonata. AmaSonata carries 164 passengers and Viking Tor carries 190.
Which ship is newer, AmaSonata or Viking Tor?
Viking Tor is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2014 against 2013 for AmaSonata.
Which has more space per passenger?
Viking Tor, with 26.3 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?
AmaSonata, with one crew member for every 3.3 passengers against one for every 3.8 on Viking Tor.
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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