Avalon Waterways
Aria Amazon
- Cruises
- 2
- From
- $11,949
Ship comparison
Aria Amazon vs Delfin II
Lindblad Expeditions
Delfin II
- Cruises
- 0
- From
- —
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Aria Amazon is an intimate Avalon Waterways ship carrying 32 passengers, in service since 2010. Delfin II is an intimate Lindblad Expeditions ship carrying 28 passengers, in service since 2009. Aria Amazon has no Bliss scores yet, so the verdict rests on the figures we do hold.
On the figures we hold, neither ship leads the other by a clear margin, so let the itinerary and the fare decide.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Aria Amazon | Delfin II | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Avalon Waterways | Lindblad Expeditions |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2010 (better) | 2009 |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | — | 2014 |
| Gross tonnage | 500 | 498 |
| Passengers | 32 | 28 |
| Crew | 24 | 22 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 15.6 | 17.8 (better) |
| Decks | 3 | 3 |
| Length | 147 ft | 120 ft |
| Beam | 30 ft | 32 ft |
| Speed | 14 mph | — |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 8 / 10 | 10 / 10 (better) |
| Cruises on sale | 2 | — |
| Upcoming sailings | 60 | — |
| Cruise lengths | 10 to 15 nights | — |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $11,949 | — |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday.
Aria Amazon has no Bliss scores yet.
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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.
Lindblad Expeditions
Delfin II
Delfin II is a stately riverboat, built for the express purpose of exploring deep into the Peruvian Amazon at the headwaters of the mighty river — and doing so in tropical style.
Questions
Aria Amazon or Delfin II?
Which is bigger, Aria Amazon or Delfin II?
Aria Amazon is bigger at 500 gross tons, against 498 gross tons for Delfin II. Aria Amazon carries 32 passengers and Delfin II carries 28.
Which ship is newer, Aria Amazon or Delfin II?
Aria Amazon is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2010 against 2009 for Delfin II.
Which has more space per passenger?
Delfin II, with 17.8 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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