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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In the autumn months, fairs and festivals tied to seasons appear all along the Rhine River. Here are a few that you won’t want to miss during your independent exploration before or after your AmaWaterways river cruise.
Pure Market
(April – October, December)
On the second Sunday of the month at Amstelpark in Amsterdam, the Pure Market comes to life with delicious cuisine, drinks and fun! Local vendors come together to sell locally grown fruit, delicacies from all around the world and souvenirs from local artisans. The park provides entertainment for the whole family’s enjoyment. Relax and enjoy the festivities surrounded by the park’s natural beauty.
Waterlooplein Market
(Open Monday – Saturday, 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM)
The oldest and most famous flea market in all of Amsterdam, the Waterlooplein Market was founded over 130 years ago. Peruse around 300 stalls filled with exciting treasures ranging from vintage cameras to antique jewelry. Delicious food is also sold at venues on the edges of the market. Open from Monday to Saturday, this cozy market is an adventure that is not to be missed.
Basel Wine Fair
(typically held the last week of October)
Basel will be hosting the Basel Wine Fair, bringing around 3,500 wines from 23 nations to this charming city in Northern Switzerland. With a variety of wines from Armenia, Italy, Spain, France, Switzerland and more, enjoy flavors from all over Europe. Wine merchants and makers will be there to acquaint you with the perfect wine for your palate.
Enjoy Jazz in Heidelberg
(typically held early October through mid November)
Enjoy Jazz, the International Festival for Jazz and More, will be coming to Heidelberg, Germany. For over seven weeks, musical events such as concerts, master classes and matinees are offered to cater to the music lover in all of us. The biggest and most significant jazz festival in Germany, Enjoy Jazz showcases talent ranging from well-established artists to rising stars with a mixing of many styles of music.
As part of your independent exploration before or after your river cruise, look out for these festivities on our Rhine River itineraries, including Captivating Rhine and Enchanting Rhine.
Hero image photo credit: "Erwin Ditzner’s Carte Blanche: Tribute to Johannes Bauer", Christian Gaier