AmaWaterways River Cruises
Experience Europe and beyond from the water. Small ships, nearly all-balcony cabins, included shore excursions, and farm-to-table dining on the rivers that shaped civilization.
Why River Cruising?
River cruising is one of the fastest growing travel categories in the world and for good reason. Instead of sailing the open ocean, river cruise ships travel the great waterways of Europe and beyond, stopping in the heart of cities and villages that ocean ships cannot access. You dock steps from the medieval town center, the vineyard, the Christmas market, or the opera house. You unpack once and wake up somewhere new every morning. Excursions are included and the ships are small enough that you are never fighting a crowd to get off or back on. For travelers who want to see Europe deeply rather than skim it, a river cruise is one of the most rewarding ways to do it.
Why AmaWaterways?
AmaWaterways is widely considered the leader in the river cruise category. Their ships are consistently newer, better designed, and more innovative than competitors. Nearly all cabins feature a twin balcony concept where both a French balcony and a full step-out balcony are available in the same stateroom. Their culinary program sources local and seasonal ingredients at every port and their wine program on Danube and Rhine sailings features regional varietals from the vineyards you sail past. Shore excursions at every port are included and multiple excursion options are offered daily to match different activity levels.
Rivers and Destinations
Danube — Vienna, Budapest, Bratislava, Regensburg, Passau, and the Wachau Valley. The ideal introduction to river cruising. Rhine — Amsterdam to Basel through the Netherlands, Germany, and Switzerland. The Middle Rhine Gorge is one of the most scenic stretches of any European waterway. Rhone and Saone — Lyon to Avignon through Burgundy, Beaujolais, and the Cotes du Rhone. The best river for food and wine lovers. Seine — Paris to Normandy, combining the city with the D-Day beaches and the cliffs of Etretat. Douro — Portugal’s river of gold through the Porto wine country and the terraced Douro Valley.
What Is Included
AmaWaterways fares include all shore excursions at every port, onboard dining, wine and beer with lunch and dinner, Wi-Fi, and gratuities for the onboard crew. Airport transfers and flights are additional. The all-in value is strong compared to ocean cruising where excursions alone can add thousands to a sailing’s cost.
Travel Insurance
We recommend Roamright travel insurance for every AmaWaterways sailing.
What We Handle For You
- River and itinerary selection based on your interests
- Cabin category recommendations
- Pre and post cruise land extensions
- Flights and transfers
- Travel insurance through Roamright
- Payment plan coordination
Ready to explore Europe by river? Fill out our inquiry form and we will be in touch within 48 to 72 hours.