AmaWaterways wine cruises add a unique epicurean dimension to a variety of itineraries at no additional cost. Join one of these wine cruises with a special wine host and be treated to a menu of exclusive wine and culinary experiences designed to delve deeper into the wonderful flavors and tastes of Europe.
European cities transform into majestic winter wonderlands for the holiday season – and we invite you to experience all their splendor with us. In addition to our variety of daily excursions, you will also have the opportunity to visit festive Christmas Markets in select destinations and participate in nostalgic traditions.
Maximize your Christmas experience by embarking at the height of the holiday market season with daily or near-daily visits to Christmas Markets.
Get "just a taste" of the holidays in mid-November or late December with visits to one or two Christmas Markets during your river cruise.
We are pleased to offer guests the opportunity to experience Floriade in 2022 while sailing along the Rhine River and Dutch and Belgian Waterways between April 14 and October 9. Right outside Amsterdam, this rare experience calls for its visitors to “explore, touch and change” as part of their journey into Floriade – which is set to feature stunning gardens, innovative sustainable gardening exhibits, live entertainment, talk shows, souvenirs and food stalls.
We invite you to join our incredible cruise on the Rhône with a Latin Touch, featuring bilingual cruise managers, daily tours with Spanish-speaking guides, Latin-inspired music nights and other distinctive elements.
Based on the overwhelmingly positive response received from the announcement of our first-ever “Soulful Experience” on the Rhône River in 2023, we are delighted to announce four new opportunities for guests to celebrate their heritage and discover Black history and culture along the rivers with us in 2024.
Join award-winning television host and travel expert, Samantha Brown, Godmother of AmaMagna, as we cruise through four countries along the Danube River. Special events and Travel Talks are included on this exclusive sailing.
Join Chef Joanne Weir, award-winning cookbook author, restaurant owner and host of PBS television series “Plates & Places” as she hosts a special 7-night Flavors of Burgundy river cruise.
We invite you to join our incredible cruise on the Danube with a Latin Touch, featuring bilingual cruise managers, daily tours with Spanish-speaking guides, Latin-inspired music nights and other distinctive elements.
Explore the rich history of classical music along the Danube River where famous composers lived, worked and performed. Plus, be treated to a variety of live performances on this melodious journey.
Based on the overwhelmingly positive response received from the announcement of our first-ever “Soulful Experience” on the Rhône River in 2023, we are delighted to announce four new opportunities for guests to celebrate their heritage and discover Black history and culture along the rivers with us in 2025
Join award-winning television host and travel expert, Samantha Brown, Godmother of AmaMagna, as we cruise through five countries along the Danube River. Special events and Travel Talks are included on this exclusive sailing.
We invite you to join our incredible cruise on the Douro with a Latin Touch, featuring bilingual cruise managers, daily tours with Spanish-speaking guides, Latin-inspired music nights and other distinctive elements.
We invite our loyal past guests to join us once again on these special Loyalty Cruises, offering unique experiences in multiple ports, commemorative gifts, and many more surprises and delights.
Imagine if there was a way to combine luxury river cruising on the iconic Danube with the opportunity to indulge your passion and play golf. We have created the perfect package to enable you to do just that with our Exclusive Concierge Golf Program. Discover Europe, complete with award winning cuisine, incredible service and a choice of excursions in every port, as well as up to 5 rounds of golf at some of the leading championship courses on the continent.
AmaWaterways’ Exclusive Concierge Golf Program is available on select Magna on the Danube cruises sailing aboard the AmaMagna.
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Calabasas, CA - (Jul. 14, 2023) -
20 Percent Cruise Savings Combinable with AirPlus Promotion on Europe Sailings
CALABASAS, Calif. – (July 13, 2023) – Award-winning luxury river cruise line, AmaWaterways, has announced a new limited-time offer for travelers seeking distinctive journeys through Europe and Asia. Now through September 30, 2023, travelers can save 20 percent on the total river cruise fare on new reservations for select Europe and Mekong sailings embarking in 2023 and 2024. As an alternative offer, solo travelers can take advantage of a reduced 20 percent single supplement on the same sailings in select stateroom categories. These limited-time offers* can be combined with AmaWaterways’ AirPlus promotion, creating exceptional savings opportunities for travelers.
“As we embark on our 21st year of river cruising, we are thrilled to see that more people are discovering the life-changing benefits of traveling on one of our 29 intimate river cruise ships designed to explore the world in the most seamless way possible,’’ said Kristin Karst, executive vice president and co-founder of AmaWaterways. “Through the introduction of this special 20% Savings offer, we hope to welcome even more new river cruise guests who will be joining our many loyal, returning guests on these unforgettable voyages on the world’s most iconic rivers.’’
In addition to these offers, travelers can also apply a variety of promotions for further savings including Loyalty Benefits, which recognize repeat guests with special rewards such as complimentary airport transfers and stateroom category upgrades, and Future Cruise Benefit Program. In addition, the 20 percent savings can be combined with the great value of fixed price airfares under AirPlus promotion, allowing travelers from all major Canada gateways to enjoy Economy airfare at C$1,099 Premium Economy airfare at C$2,999 or Business Class airfare at C$4,999 on select dates in 2023 and 2024.
While sailing with AmaWaterways, guests can expect to unwind in spacious and tastefully decorated staterooms, all while enjoying breathtaking views of the stunning landscapes. Beyond the comfort of their accommodations, travelers will have the opportunity to indulge in the award-winning, regionally sourced cuisine paired with carefully selected wines that perfectly capture the flavors of the destinations they visit. To further enhance the appreciation of the countries visited, AmaWaterways offers a large choice of included daily shore excursions, always conducted in small groups led by knowledgeable guides, offering guests the opportunity to explore and discover the fascinating destinations ashore in a very personalized way. Wine tastings, hiking and biking excursions, visits of historical sites, exclusive events and much more are included in the river cruise fare.
Travelers interested in experiencing iconic destinations with fewer crowds and lower airfares will want to embark on the November and December sailings on the Douro River in Portugal as well as the first ever February and March sailings on the stunning AmaMagna on the Danube River and AmaLucia on the Rhine River. For an extra special Thanksgiving celebration with friends and family, AmaWaterways is offering a series of Taste of Christmas cruises which includes the November 20, 2023 Romantic Danube itinerary offering the 20 percent savings offer. Cruising from Vilshofen, Germany to Budapest, Hungary, guests will enjoy the festively decorated AmaVerde as they enjoy Thanksgiving dinner and browse the early opening of Christmas Markets in Budapest and Vienna.
*Other conditions apply. Visit the website for full details.
To book an AmaWaterways river cruise for a client, visit AmaWaterways.com or call 1.800.626.0126. Follow AmaWaterways on Facebook at Facebook.com/AmaWaterways, Instagram @AmaWaterways, Twitter @AmaWaterways, and YouTube at YouTube.com/AmaWaterways.
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About AmaWaterways
Family-owned and operated for more than 20 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, and the introduction of the history-making Seven River Journey itineraries. 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.