AmaWaterways
AmaVida
- Cruises
- 14
- From
- $3,228
Ship comparison
AmaVida vs Avalon Alegria
Avalon Waterways
Avalon Alegria
- Cruises
- 5
- From
- $4,650
The verdict
Which should you choose?
AmaVida is an intimate AmaWaterways ship carrying 108 passengers, in service since 2013. Avalon Alegria is an intimate Avalon Waterways ship carrying 102 passengers, in service since 2024. AmaVida has no specs yet, so the verdict rests on the figures we do hold.
Choose AmaVida if you want better-rated staterooms, better-rated entertainment or more adventure and nature: it outscores Avalon Alegria for staterooms (10.0 vs 7.0), entertainment (7.8 vs 5.0) and adventure & nature (10.0 vs 8.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Choose Avalon Alegria if you want a better-rated spa and gym, a more family-friendly ship or a newer ship: it outscores AmaVida for spa & fitness (5.0 vs 2.0) and family friendly (5.0 vs 2.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its maiden voyage was in 2024 (vs 2013).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| AmaVida | Avalon Alegria | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | AmaWaterways | Avalon Waterways |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2013 | 2024 (better) |
| Gross tonnage | — | 9,999 |
| Passengers | 108 | 102 |
| Crew | 30 | 33 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 3.6 | 3.1 (better) |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | — | 98.0 |
| Decks | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 260 ft | 256 ft |
| Beam | 37 ft | 38 ft |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 9 / 10 | — |
| Cruises on sale | 14 | 5 |
| Upcoming sailings | 89 | 272 |
| Cruise lengths | 7 nights | 7 to 14 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $3,228 (better) | $4,650 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. AmaVida leads on 5 of the ten, Avalon Alegria on 2, with 3 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
AmaWaterways
AmaVida
Sailing on the Douro River in Portugal, AmaWaterways' grand 106-passenger vessel, the AmaVida, features balconies in the majority of its staterooms and suites, which are spacious with the largest at 323 sq. ft.
Highlights
- Balconies in the majority of its spacious staterooms and suites
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Full marble bathrooms
- Sun deck pool with river views
Sailing now
14 cruises on sale, from $3,228.
Avalon Waterways
Avalon Alegria
There are few better ways to experience the scenic landscapes and storied traditions of the Douro River Valey of Portugal and Spain than on Avalon Alegria from Avalon Waterways. Famed for its wine and terraced vineyards, the valley is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Sailing now
5 cruises on sale, from $4,650.
Questions
AmaVida or Avalon Alegria?
Which ship is newer, AmaVida or Avalon Alegria?
Avalon Alegria is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2024 against 2013 for AmaVida.
Which has more crew per passenger?
Avalon Alegria, with one crew member for every 3.1 passengers against one for every 3.6 on AmaVida.
Which is better for families?
Avalon Alegria scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 5.0 out of 10, against 2.0 for AmaVida.
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