Avalon Waterways
Aria Amazon
- Cruises
- 2
- From
- $11,949
Ship comparison
Aria Amazon vs Avalon Saigon
Avalon Waterways
Avalon Saigon
- Cruises
- 17
- From
- $5,179
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Aria Amazon is an intimate Avalon Waterways ship carrying 32 passengers, in service since 2010. Avalon Saigon is an intimate Avalon Waterways ship carrying 36 passengers, in service since 2018. Aria Amazon has no Bliss scores yet, so the verdict rests on the figures we do hold. Avalon Saigon has no Bliss scores yet, so the verdict rests on the figures we do hold.
Choose Avalon Saigon if you want more space per passenger, a lower starting fare or a newer ship: it has 26.4 gross tons per passenger (vs 15.6), its cruises start from $5,179 (vs $11,949) and its maiden voyage was in 2018 (vs 2010).
Aria Amazon 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.
| Aria Amazon | Avalon Saigon | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Avalon Waterways | Avalon Waterways |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2010 | 2018 (better) |
| Gross tonnage | 500 | 950 |
| Passengers | 32 | 36 |
| Crew | 24 | 28 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 15.6 | 26.4 (better) |
| Decks | 3 | 2 |
| Length | 147 ft | 195 ft |
| Beam | 30 ft | 39 ft |
| Speed | 14 mph | — |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 8 / 10 | 10 / 10 (better) |
| Cruises on sale | 2 | 17 |
| Upcoming sailings | 60 | 364 |
| Cruise lengths | 10 to 15 nights | 7 to 18 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $11,949 | $5,179 (better) |
Avalon Waterways
Aria Amazon
There’s serenity, romance and a measure of adventure when cruising the Amazon River aboard Aria Amazon. Sailing the northern stretch of the river in Peru, Aria brings you up close to the wildlife and natural beauty of one of the world’s great rainforests.
Highlights
- Wall-to-wall panoramic windows
- Observation lounge
- Outdoor lounge
- Fitness center
Sailing now
2 cruises on sale, from $11,949.
Avalon Waterways
Avalon Saigon
Avalon Saigon from Avalon Waterways was designed with the aim of providing an intimate experience with a maximum of 36 guests so you can immerse yourself in the culture, people and sights along the Mekong River, which separates Cambodia and Vietnam.
Sailing now
17 cruises on sale, from $5,179.
Questions
Aria Amazon or Avalon Saigon?
Which is bigger, Aria Amazon or Avalon Saigon?
Avalon Saigon is bigger at 950 gross tons, against 500 gross tons for Aria Amazon. Aria Amazon carries 32 passengers and Avalon Saigon carries 36.
Which ship is newer, Aria Amazon or Avalon Saigon?
Avalon Saigon is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2018 against 2010 for Aria Amazon.
Which has more space per passenger?
Avalon Saigon, with 26.4 gross tons per passenger against 15.6 on Aria Amazon. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
They are level, with one crew member for every 1.3 passengers.
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