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.
Christmas onboard experience and Christmas Markets on shore
Christmas onboard experience and local seasonal splendors
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.
Blend your passion for travel with your affinity for enjoying a “cold one” as you learn more about Europe’s rich brewing traditions and cultural connections on an immersive beer-themed river cruise. Support local brewing communities with a lively beer culture such as Düsseldorf and Cologne along the Rhine River, and Bruges and Utrecht along the Dutch and Belgian Waterways. Meet fellow beer enthusiasts from around the world and raise your glass to regional flavors.
Recently awarded Cruise Critic’s “Best for Active Cruisers” award and the first river cruise line to offer a fleet of bicycles, AmaWaterways has long offered opportunities for guests to enhance their best selves on board and on shore, with Wellness Hosts offering a complimentary Wellness Program on select ships beginning in 2017. Now, we are taking our holistic approach to wellness even further with two special dedicated Celebration of Wellness River Cruises.
Debuting in 2025, our Best of the Danube (Celebration of Music) sailings have been enhanced with specially curated excursions highlighting the rich musical histories of Budapest, Bratislava, Salzburg and Vienna. Deepen your passion for music as you are treated to a variety of included live performances and unique tours along the Danube River.
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.
AmaWaterways is thrilled to announce a new alliance with Smithsonian Journeys, the travel program of the Smithsonian Institution and a leader in authentic and enriching small-group travel. Our new shared collection of European sailings provides opportunities to engage with a variety of Smithsonian Journeys Experts. Chosen for their charisma and expertise, these extremely knowledgeable individuals have dedicated entire careers to pursuing their passions and will offer incredible insights to ensure your journey is as captivating as it is meaningful.
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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When it comes to travel, timing is everything. Spring and summer are, of course, popular times to travel. But we are going to let you in on a little industry secret. One of the best times to embark on a river cruise journey? November.
While river cruising is a pleasure year-round, sailing in November offers unique opportunities unavailable at any other time of year. From seasonally exclusive events to stunning autumnal foliage and cities adorned in Christmastime splendor, November truly is a hidden gem of river cruising.
The seasonal events are perhaps the biggest draw to river cruising in November. It is a special month for wine lovers around the world: the time when the year's new wine, called Beaujolais Nouveau, is released in France for all to enjoy. And what better way to celebrate this enchanting harvest time than with a wine tasting in Beaujolais, France, on our Flavors of Burgundy itinerary? Here, you will experience a small taste of the 120+ wine festivals held across southern Burgundy during this time.
Budapest and Vienna also commence their holiday celebrations early in the form of their world-famous Christmas Markets. Debuting annually as early as November 18th, the grand Christmas Markets are ornately decorated traditional marketplaces filled with artisanal gifts and seasonal treats. AmaWaterways guests may experience a market stall or two on select Danube River Festive Delights itineraries, all while cruising on the most elegantly decorated ships on the rivers.
Many of our November itineraries sail during American Thanksgiving, which takes place on November 27, 2025. In the spirit of the season, you can expect a turkey dish in the Main Restaurant on this evening to celebrate the occasion. Bring along your family and celebrate together as you always would -- but leave the cooking and cleanup to us!
We have not even mentioned the best part of our November sailings yet. Compared to springtime and summertime, November cruises and airfare are typically offered at some of the lowest rates of the year, making river cruising more accessible for the entire family. Enjoy more intimate excursions, unique seasonal events, and beautiful landscapes in transition when you sail with us in November.
With so many unique itineraries across Europe, any cruise you choose in November is sure to leave you with lasting memories.
Featured November 2025 Itineraries
Enchanting Rhine
Be immersed in the stunning autumnal landscapes of the Rhine Gorge during an afternoon of scenic cruising, and then be treated to a tour of the stunning Lahneck castle—an AmaWaterways exclusive excursion.
Dates: November 1, 6, 8, 12, 13, 15, 19*, 20*^
Taste of Bordeaux
Celebrate the new wines with a range of immersive tasting experiences throughout Bordeaux, including an exclusive wine festival in Bourg. Enjoy the coastal scenery of Soulac-sur-Mer from the comfort of a luxury coach.
Dates: November 6^, 13^, 20, 27*, December 4*, 11*, 18*, 25*
Best of Holland & Belgium
Step into history with visits to three historic castles, including Holland's largest castle, De Haar, and Ghent's moated Castle of the Counts. Explore fascinating cities such as Amsterdam and Bruges with fewer crowds.
Dates: November 22*, December 20*
Romantic Danube
Relax on your ship's Sun Deck or Observation Lounge, taking in postcard-perfect views as you cruise through the UNESCO-designated Wachau Valley in Austria. Marvel at Budapest below after an invigorating hike up to Castle Hill.
Dates: November 1, 3, 5, 8, 12, 15, 17*, 19* 22*
Gems of Southeast Europe
Immerse yourself in the culture of the region with authentic experiences, such as a hands-on Banista pastry and yogurt making workshop hosted by Vidin residents in their home. Explore the Golubac Fortress, one of the best preserved in all of Europe.
Dates: November 3, 10, 16^, 17*, 23*, 24*
(^) indicates this is a Celebration of Wine departure. (*) indicates this is a Festive Delights departure.
Click here to reserve your November 2025 river cruise or contact your preferred travel advisor today.