Amawaterways River Cruises

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Amawaterways European River Cruises

Why choose AmaWaterways? Explore breathtaking river cruises across Europe, Africa, and Asia. Enjoy semi-inclusive fares for a seamless travel experience, and discover select ships featuring family-friendly cabins designed for comfort and connection.

AmaWaterways River Cruises: Your Gateway to Luxury

Embark on an unforgettable journey with AmaWaterways River Cruises, where luxury meets adventure on Europe’s most iconic waterways. From the enchanting Danube to the majestic Rhine, our award-winning river cruises offer unparalleled comfort, world-class dining, and immersive cultural experiences. Whether you’re savoring a gourmet meal prepared by top chefs or relaxing in your elegantly appointed stateroom, every moment with AmaWaterways is designed to delight.

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Discover the Ultimate European River Cruise with AmaWaterways

Experience luxury and adventure with AmaWaterways’ European river cruises. Sail through iconic destinations on elegant ships, enjoy world-class service, and explore Europe’s culture and history—all with the convenience of unpacking just once.

Highlights of an AmaWaterways river cruise include:

– Vienna, Austria: Experience the city’s rich music and art scene and enjoy a classical concert or theater performance.
– Basel, Switzerland: Marvel at this city’s stunning Romanesque and Gothic architecture.
– Amsterdam, Netherlands: Take a guided tour of the famous Van Gogh Museum and explore the city’s charming canals.
– Budapest, Hungary: Visit historic landmarks like the Rudas Baths, dating back to 1550, and explore the city’s vibrant culture.

AmaWaterways delivers an all-inclusive river cruise experience, ensuring every moment is unforgettable. Whether you’re exploring European cities, savoring gourmet meals onboard, or relaxing on deck, your journey will be nothing short of exceptional.

Book your AmaWaterways European river cruise today and set sail on the adventure of a lifetime!

Best Destinations

Explore Our Top European River Cruise Destinations

What makes exploring Europe with AmaWaterways truly remarkable?

Establish in 2002 and headquartered in California, AmaWaterways strives to cultivate an ambiance reminiscent of a “floating boutique hotel” by offering opulent amenities, impeccable service, and meticulous attention to detail. Renowned for its exquisite gourmet dining experience, AmaWaterways also boasts a meticulously curated selection of expertly guided excursions designed to complement each unique itinerary.

AmaLea: Luxury Afloat on European Waters

The AmaLea delivers a luxurious European river journey with spacious rooms, gourmet dining, wellness activities, and top-notch amenities, including 3 restaurants, a pool, and 4 decks, for an unforgettable experience.

AmaLilia: A Luxury River Cruise Refined

The AmaLilia is a luxurious river cruise ship with elegant lounges, stylish staterooms, and exceptional service. It accommodates 72 guests, offering 41 rooms, 2 restaurants, a pool, and more, for an unforgettable European journey.

AmaPrima: A Pristine River Cruise

AmaPrima, a sleek and modern ship offering exceptional service, gourmet dining, and stunning views. With a capacity of 164 guests, the ship features 82 rooms, 3 restaurants, 1 pool, and 4 decks, ensuring a comfortable and elegant journey.

AmaLucia: Illuminating the Rivers of Europe

The AmaLucia offers a relaxing and scenic European river cruise with modern amenities and a welcoming atmosphere. Accommodating 156 guests, the ship features 78 outside rooms, 2 restaurants, a pool, and 4 passenger decks. With a crew of 51, it ensures exceptional service for an unforgettable journey.

AmaLyra: Cruising with Elegance

The AmaLyra offers a luxurious European river cruise experience with elegant staterooms, exceptional dining, and curated shore excursions. The ship accommodates 148 guests with 75 rooms, 4 decks, 1 restaurant, and 1 elevator. It features non-smoking dining but is not entirely non-smoking. At 360 feet long, it promises both comfort and style for your journey.

AmaMagna: Magnificent on the Danube

The Ama Magna offers spacious staterooms, luxurious amenities, innovative dining, and onboard activities, making it ideal for a grand European river adventure. With a capacity of 196 guests, the ship features 4 decks, 98 rooms, 1 restaurant, a pool, and an elevator. It ensures non-smoking dining but is not entirely non-smoking.

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Why Choose Cruise With AmaWaterways?

1. Expertly Curated Itineraries

Every detail is thoughtfully planned so you can focus on making memories.

2. VIP Access & Unique Experiences

Skip the lines, enjoy behind-the-scenes tours, and uncover hidden gems.

3. Disney-Trained Adventure Guides

Expert storytellers and guides bring destinations to life.

6. Family-Friendly & Adult-Exclusive Options

Whether you’re traveling with kids or looking for a more refined experience, there’s a tour for you.

5. Trusted by Thousands

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Included Features Each River Cruise

Some guests enjoy a faster-paced adventure, while others prefer to take their time, capturing photos or pausing to rest along the way. To cater to every traveler’s comfort and pace, we offer tours in three distinct activity levels. This ensures even our most leisurely explorers can fully enjoy the experience. After all, your long-awaited vacation should be nothing short of perfect.

Included Features
SPACIOUS STATEROOMS

Luxury accommodation in an outside stateroom (most with twin balconies)
Entertainment-On-Demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, movies, a music library and English language TV stations
Mini-fridge, desk and sitting area
Bottled water replenished daily

AN ARRAY OF AMENITIES
  • Wellness Activities with a dedicated Wellness Host leading various exercise classes as well as discussions on healthy eating and relaxation techniques, both on board and on shore.
  • Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land packages
  • Internet and Wi-Fi access
  • Sun Deck pool with swim-up bar and walking track
  • Fitness room, massage services and hair salon
    Main Lounge with panoramic view and bar
  • Daily entertainment including cultural performances
AWARD-WINNING DINING
  1. All onboard dining in a variety of venues
    Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients
  2. The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant
  3. Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Dinner, Captain’s Cocktail and Gala Dinner
  4. La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs exclusive dining experience
    Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
  5. Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
    Sip & Sail Cocktail Hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
  6. Tapas, sandwiches, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge
A WORLD OF EXPLORATION
  • Immersive tours in every destination
  • Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options
  • Bike tours and hikes
  • Special interest tours
  • Knowledgeable guides
  • Personal headset for easy exploration
  • Airport transfers with purchase of air from AmaWaterways

Amawaterways river cruise itinerary – Best Destinations

Discover the charm of the Rhine, Main, and Moselle rivers with our carefully crafted itineraries, offering unforgettable journeys lasting 7 to 14 nights. Each route is thoughtfully designed to showcase the beauty and allure of these regions, no matter the season.

Tulip Time (2025) 7-night Cruise
From $ 3,739 pp

Add 2 nights amsterdam pre-cruise$830pp

Roundtrip Amsterdam

COUNTRIES: Belgium, Netherlands
RIVERS: Dutch and Belgian Waterways

Europe’s Rivers & Castles (2025) 7-night Cruise
From $3,739 pp
  1. Add 1 night paris, 2 nights reims (champagne) pre-cruise and 3 nights prague post-cruise $2,460pp
  2. Add 3 nights paris pre-cruise and 3 nights prague post-cruise $2,460pp

Cruise from Luxembourg to Nuremberg

COUNTRIES: Czech Republic, France, Germany, Luxembourg
RIVERS: Main, Main-Danube Canal, Moselle, Rhine

Captivating Rhine (2025) 7-night Cruise
From $2,639 pp

Cruise from Amsterdam to Basel

COUNTRIES: France, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland
RIVERS: Rhine

Christmas Markets on the Rhine (2025) 7-night Cruise
$3,789 pp

Cruise from Basel to Amsterdam

COUNTRIES: France, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland
RIVERS: Rhine

Rhine & Moselle Splendors (2025) 7-night Cruise
$ 3,639 pp
  1. Add 1 night in paris, 2 nights reims (champagne) pre-cruise and 2 nights lake lucerne, 2 nights zurich post-cruise$3,345pp
  2. Add 3 nights paris pre-cruise and 2 nights lake lucerne, 2 nights zurich post-cruise$3,345pp

Cruise from Luxembourg to Basel

COUNTRIES: France, Germany, Luxembourg, Switzerland
RIVERS: Moselle, Rhine

Vineyards of the Rhine & Moselle (2025) 7-night Cruise
from $3,989 pp
  1. Add 2 nights amsterdam pre-cruise and 2 nights reims (champagne), 1 night paris post-cruise $2,315pp
  2. Add 2 nights amsterdam pre-cruise and 3 nights paris post-cruise $2,315pp

Cruise from Amsterdam to Luxembourg

COUNTRIES: France, Germany, Luxembourg, Netherlands
RIVERS: Moselle, Rhine

Rhine & Moselle Fairytales (2025) 11-night Cruise
$ 5,129 pp
  1. Add 2 nights amsterdam pre-cruise and 2 nights zurich, 2 nights lake lucerne post-cruise $2,590 pp

Cruise from Amsterdam to Basel

COUNTRIES: France, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland
RIVERS: Moselle, Rhine

Rhine & Moselle Delights (2025) 10-night Cruise
From $3,939 pp
  1. Add 2 nights zurich, 2 nights lake lucerne pre-cruise$1,860pp

Cruise from Basel to Amsterdam

COUNTRIES: France, Germany, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Switzerland
RIVERS: Moselle, Rhine

Enchanting Rhine (2025) 7-night Cruise
From $2,539 pp
  1. Add 2 nights zurich, 2 nights lake lucerne pre-cruise $1,860pp

Cruise from Basel to Amsterdam

COUNTRIES: France, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland
RIVERS: Rhine

Captivating Rhine (Festive Delights) (2025) 7-night Cruise
$ 3,339 pp

Add 2-nights amsterdam pre-cruise and 2 nights lake lucerne, 2 nights zurich post-cruise $ 2,690 pp

Cruise from Amsterdam to Basel

COUNTRIES: France, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland
RIVERS: Rhine

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Few Answers About European River Cruises

A European river cruise is a great way to see many beautiful countries in a single trip without having to pack and unpack constantly. Most river cruises are between seven to fourteen days, but shorter two- to three-night cruises are also available in many countries. All guests should look for an experienced and trustworthy tour company when booking their cruise. These companies will provide useful advice about the journey, in addition to customer support and other amenities onboard. Guests should also be aware that most European river cruises require a deposit via credit card before departing, which is usually reimbursed once the tour operator has inspected the ship for any damage.

What is a European river cruise?

A European river cruise is a voyage along with one of Europe’s famous waterways, such as the Danube, Rhine, or Elbe Rivers. Most cruises last anywhere from seven to fourteen days and include stops at some of the most beautiful and historically significant sites in the world, such as the Palace of Versailles in France and the ancient city of Rome in Italy.

What are some European river cruises offered throughout Europe?

Some popular European rivers for cruising include the Main River – Germany – Rhine, the Main River – Germany – Moselle River, and the Main river – Germany – Main River.

What are the highlights offered throughout Europe?

The best part about a European river cruise is that passengers can see both the interior and exterior of Europe’s most famous and historically significant sites, including the Palace of Versailles in France, Prague in the Czech Republic, Rome in Italy, and Vienna in Austria. Sailing on a river cruise in Europe is the best way to see some of the most beautiful and historically significant sites in the world. River cruises are a great way to relax on the water while enjoying some of Europe’s most beautiful sites.

What is the best way to book a European river cruise?

To get the vacation experience of your dreams, it’s important to do some research and plan well in advance, as many people save by booking early and choosing a luxury cruise line. So, if you want an amazing vacation experience, consider taking a European river cruise. River cruises are a great way to see everything you want while relaxing on the water and enjoying some of Europe’s most beautiful sites.

What is the difference between a river cruise and a canal cruise?

River cruises typically sail along the Rhine, Danube, Elbe, and Mosel Rivers. The boats carry hundreds of passengers in cabins with full amenities. Canal cruises travel along the smaller waterways near the larger rivers, such as the canals of Amsterdam and Venice. Canals tend to travel through less populated areas, but because the waterways are smaller, they experience more turbulent water and may not be suitable for large ships.

What other amenities will I receive on a river cruise?

All guests should expect to be assigned a room and given their own bed, as well as access to public bathrooms, kitchen areas, and dining rooms. Some ships may also include bars or lounges onboard. Ships typically also provide complimentary entertainment such as board games and movies during the journey. Day tours are also offered at many stops along the way, but guests must pay for transportation to and from each destination.

When is the best time to go on a European river cruise?

The best time to go on a European river cruise varies depending on the region you’re visiting, but typically Spring or Autumn offers more daylight hours and warmer weather. Many ships also offer special deals during these times of the year.

What are the best parts of a European river cruise?

The best part about a European river cruise is that passengers can see both the interior and exterior of Europe’s most famous and historically significant sites, including – The Palace of Versailles in France – Prague in the Czech Republic – Rome in Italy – and Vienna in Austria. Sailing on a river cruise in Europe is the best way to see some of the most beautiful and historically significant sites in the world. River cruises are a great way to relax on the water while enjoying some of Europe’s most beautiful sites.

Who is most likely to go on a European river cruise?

River cruising appeals most to travelers who want to see the interior and exterior of Europe’s best sites, like The Palace of Versailles in France. People interested in luxury will also enjoy some of the special amenities that come with first-class cruises.

Why is a river cruise better than flying?

River cruises provide travelers with an up-close view of Europe’s most beautiful cities and natural landscapes, as well as historically significant landmarks such as castles and Ancient Cities. Some cruises even include guided tours, which are usually complimentary. River cruises are cheaper than flying because the food and lodging are included in the price of the cruise.

What are the different classes of accommodations on a river cruise?

River cruise ships typically have three main types of cabins: interior cabin, outside-view cabin, and suite. Interior cabins are the least expensive option but do not include any views or windows. Outside-view cabins offer a window or balcony but are still fairly cheap. Suites are the most expensive option, but they are worth it for travelers who want to have more privacy and comfort while on their river cruise.

What do I need to pack for a European river cruise?

If you are planning on using any of the amenities onboard your ship, it is best to bring along your own towels, soap, shampoo, and other toiletries. Many ships also include hair dryers in their cabins. However, the river cruise companies will provide all linens and blankets. Guests should pack clothes that they can layer together for warmth as well as comfortable walking shoes to use during shore excursions.

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