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.
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!"
Devoted to fitness and a healthy lifestyle, triathlete Scott A. and his wife make it a priority to incorporate their active lifestyle into any vacation they plan. Fortunately, AmaWaterways’ Romantic Danube river cruise aboard AmaMagna* made it easy for the couple to maintain their active lifestyles while connecting to the region.
Scott’s Recommended Highlights on the Danube
Passau, Germany: On our hike to the Veste Oberhaus Fortress in the “City of Three Rivers,” we hiked up to the castle above and found the most phenomenal views. From the castle viewpoint “Linde Battery,” we could see the entire town and all three rivers, the Danube, the Inn and the Ilz.
Weissenkirchen, Austria: We chose the Weissenkirchen to Melk bike tour up the Danube River where we met the ship in Melk, Austria near the beautiful abbey. We crossed a dam and caught a glimpse of the ship with a castle behind it, then left it behind to pedal through both hills and lowlands. The scenery surrounding you really motivates you to keep pedaling.
Grein, Austria: This was one of our favorite towns off the shore of the Danube River! Grein’s town center was gorgeous; the beautiful storefronts on cobblestone streets and everything about it was breathtaking. We loved seeing Greinburg Castle lit up in the evening where we were treated to an exclusive show and wine.
Vienna, Austria: The Vienna bike tour was invigorating! We never got tired as the incredible architecture we were seeing inspired us to keep moving through the city. We were able to see the Habsburgs’ Imperial Palace, the State Opera House, and the city hall. It was amazing how much ground we covered in this lively city.
Bratislava, Slovakia: The most surprising excursion was our Bratislava Castle hike. I didn’t know what to expect, but I was impressed with the city’s rich history and architecture. The view from our hike was outstanding – like something right out of a storybook.
AmaMagna Wellness Highlights
Yoga Class
It was very relaxing doing yoga on the Sun Deck surrounded by gorgeous scenery. I also liked that our Wellness Host was very personable and would make a point of greeting us whenever he saw us, not just during class. He also made sure to tailor the class depending on the activity level of the participants. If a class was too advanced, he generously provided beginner options, and if it was at a novice level, he happily provided alternatives.
Zen Wellness Studio
My wife spent a lot of time in the Zen Wellness Studio and really enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere after an active day exploring the city. She was especially grateful for the freshly squeezed juice and smoothies she could sample from the juice bar in the morning.
The Al Fresco Restaurant
Stephanie and I enjoy lighter fare, and I thought the dining on board really catered to our typical diet. It was easy to find healthy choices. There was always an array of fresh fruits and salads in the Main Restaurant, and we genuinely appreciated the refreshing, vegetarian-friendly menu at the Al Fresco Restaurant while we enjoyed the scenic views.
In Conclusion
Would you recommend this river cruise to other active travelers?
Absolutely. We never thought a river cruise’s excursions would meet our expectations, but we were delighted with AmaWaterways’ more active lifestyle choice.
Explore the history and culture along the Danube River as Scott and his wife did while on exhilarating excursions – either by bike or on foot – aboard AmaMagna’s Magna on the Danube itinerary, or on our Romantic Danube and Melodies of the Danube sailings.