Calabasas, CA - (Jan. 29, 2024) -
Travelers Can Choose From More Than 20 Complimentary Pre- or Post-Cruise Land Packages to Extend Their River Cruise Journeys
CALABASAS, Calif. – (January 11, 2024) – Responding to the increased demand for longer, more immersive vacations, the award-winning luxury river cruise line AmaWaterways just announced a limited-time offer of complimentary pre- or post-cruise land packages on select Europe river cruises in 2024 and 2025*. Now available for new reservations made January 1 through March 31, 2024, the Complimentary Land Package offer provides guests with a variety of complimentary two-, three- or four-night land packages as an extension to their vacation, allowing further exploration of the surrounding destinations where their river cruise begins or ends or into fascinating nearby cities and countries. This offer is combinable with AirPlus, AmaWaterways’ fixed-price airfare offer, allowing travelers to enjoy Economy Air at $899, Premium Economy Air at $2,299 or Business Class Air at $4,299 per person from all major U.S. gateways on a wide selection of departure dates*.
“Travelers are seeking more authentic, immersive experiences. We are thrilled to start the year off with this Complimentary Land Package offer that is designed to further enhance their experience with extra time to recover from jetlag or explore a new city,” said Kristin Karst, executive vice president and co-founder of AmaWaterways. “We hope these escorted extensions, paired with our incredible AirPlus fixed price airfare offer, will be an additional incentive for our guests to enjoy unforgettable European vacations with their loved ones in 2024 and 2025.’’
Whether travelers choose to extend their journey before or after their river cruise, they will stay at a world-class 4- or 5-star hotel in the heart of the city, enabling them to explore locally during tours as well as shop and dine during their own leisure time. In addition, every AmaWaterways land package includes daily breakfast at the hotel and enriching city tours and excursions, convenient transfers and luggage service between guests’ hotel and river cruise ship, as well as the services of an AmaWaterways Cruise Manager throughout their river cruise and land journey, providing travelers with an incredible value.
With more than 20 different pre- and post-cruise complimentary land packages offered on select sailings in 2024 and 2025, guests are invited to discover fascinating destinations, including:
- The French Riviera (Nice and Monaco)
Travelers are invited to step into the paintings of Paul Cezanne in Aix-en-Provence before touring Nice, the scenic capital of the French Riviera nestled on the banks of the Mediterranean Sea. Guests will also visit the hilltop town of Eze and medieval Monaco-Ville before taking in the luxury and beauty of Monte Carlo.
- Add three-night post-cruise land package in Nice and Monaco (valued at up to $1,455 per person) to select 7-night Essence of Burgundy & Provence river cruises.
- Lake Como, Italy
Guests will gaze at the impressive villas that line the lakeside from the hills above, and marvel at the azure waters as they board a boat for a scenic ride along Lake Como to its stunning pearl, Bellagio.
- Add three-night pre- or post-cruise land package in Lake Como (valued at up to $1,650 per person) to select 7-night Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps river cruises.
- Basque Country, Spain (Bilbao and San Sebastián)
Guests will travel to Guernica, the subject of one of Picasso’s most renowned paintings, as well as Bilbao, where they will visit the world-famous Guggenheim Museum. Travelers will also take an evening stroll through San Sebastián’s Old Town and discover the charms of the “City by the Bay of Biscay.”
- Add two-night Bilbao and two-night San Sebastián pre-cruise land package (valued at up to $1,320 per person) to select 7-night Taste of Bordeaux river cruises.
- Prague, Czech Republic
Prague is considered the “City of a Hundred Spires,” and its historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Guests will enjoy leisure time to discover such sites as Prague’s medieval astronomical clock and the romantic Charles Bridge, and sample some of the world’s best beer during a special beer tasting.
- Add three-night pre- or post-cruise land package in Prague (valued at up to $975 per person) to select Danube River cruises, such as the 7-night Melodies of the Danube
In lieu of the Complimentary Land Package, guests may opt for cruise savings of up to $2,000 per stateroom on select dates.
“A river cruise visiting up to five countries in eight days, paired with a complimentary land package fully escorted by one of AmaWaterways wonderful Cruise Managers, is the perfect way to ensure a stress-free vacation,” said Karst. “Whether traveling alone, with a loved one or with a group of friends, the selection of up to 23 included excursions during your seven-night river cruise ensures everyone can personalize their vacation experience.”
*Visit AmaWaterways.com/freeland-2024 for details on other land packages available, applicable dates as well as terms and conditions.
To reserve an AmaWaterways river cruise and land package for a client, call 1-800-626-0126 or access the Online Booking Engine on your TA Portal on AmaWaterways.com.
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About AmaWaterways
Family-owned and operated for more than 21 years, AmaWaterways offers unparalleled river cruise experiences with 29 custom-designed ships sailing Europe’s Danube, Douro, Rhine, Moselle, Main, Rhône, Saône, Seine, Garonne and Dordogne Rivers, and Dutch and Belgian Waterways; Southeast Asia’s Mekong River; Africa’s Chobe River; Egypt’s Nile River and Colombia’s Magdalena River (2024). Co-founded by pioneering river cruise executives Rudi Schreiner, Kristin Karst and Jimmy Murphy, the company is renowned for its warm and welcoming crew; innovative and sustainable ship design; wellness activities (including a wide choice of included small group shore excursions featuring biking and hiking options); and award-winning, locally sourced cuisine paired with complimentary fine wine. Modern, spacious and tastefully decorated, most AmaWaterways ships welcome an average of just 150 guests and feature onboard amenities such as a stunning Main Lounge, specialty Chef’s Table restaurant, hair and massage salons, Sun Deck walking track and heated outdoor swimming pools with swim-up bars. AmaWaterways leads the river cruise industry in innovation, highlighted by the launch of the revolutionary AmaMagna. The company also offers a variety of themed sailings and brand relationships, with sailings geared towards active travelers and families, as well as group and charter options.