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.
Hello! "I'm Kristin Karst, Co-Founder and Executive Vice President of AmaWaterways and I'm passionate about river cruising. Each month, I love to share with you my thoughts, personal stories, travel tips and latest news on the people and places that help turn every mile of our guests' river cruise experience into one of their most cherished memories!"
Read more about their experience in the interview below.
What inspired you to sail with AmaWaterways for your anniversary?
My husband Brian and I were married September 2, 2017. Given that we’d both been married before, a honeymoon seemed silly, so we opted to take an anniversary trip instead. Brian’s dream had been to visit Austria, and I had been on two AmaWaterways cruises before, so the AmaSonata cruise on August 12, 2018, seemed like a fitting way to celebrate our first anniversary.
Why did you return to AmaWaterways rather than another travel provider?
I’ve come back to AmaWaterways again and again because of the staff and their attention to their guests. The smile and “good morning” as you pass your housekeeper in the hall, the joke from your wait staff (as they make sure your glass is filled), the warm welcome as you return to the ship from a long day of sightseeing. They never make you feel like you’re imposing,
How did the vow renewal ceremony come about?
One day early in the cruise, I had a truly spontaneous thought, which I shared with our Cruise Manager Kriss: did AmaWaterways ever do vow renewals? I mentioned it on a lark; I was fully prepared to hear “no” and would have understood completely if that were the case. But I could see right away the wheels turning as she thought about how she could make it work. Not only did she make it happen, she made it special.
Where and when was the ceremony?
On August 16 at the Captain’s Reception, we said “I do” again in front of all the guests on board. It was a wonderful moment, one that we’ll never forget. The Captain was pacing back and forth before the ceremony – he looked more nervous than a father of the bride! After he guided us through the vow renewals, he turned on the microphone to announce, “You may kiss the bride!” to much applause and cheering.
How did AmaWaterways make your vow renewal even more special?
After the ceremony, we were invited to the Captain’s table for dinner. Our room was decorated with rose petals, a “certificate of vow renewal” and a delicious treat – the plate was decorated with “Happy First Anniversary” in chocolate. It was really magical. I had no idea AmaWaterways would go this far to help us celebrate.
Did the sites you visited along the Danube River make your celebration romantic?
The Danube is gorgeous – what a fabulous place to be in love! And AmaWaterways does such a terrific job of making every moment special. We loved the balance of knowledge imparted by skilled tour guides and the opportunity to explore all the nooks and crannies of old Europe on our own as well.
Would you renew your vows again?
I’d do it again in a heartbeat!
What do you think about the new AmaMagna?
I don't know how you improve on perfection, but from what I hear, that's exactly what the AmaMagna does.
Contact your preferred travel advisor to start planning your vow renewal on AmaMagna or any of our other beautiful ships today.