
River cruising through Europe with AmaWaterways is an excellent way to explore a destination. Discover local culture and sights on included tours, and then hop back on your luxurious river cruise ship and sail to the next stunning city or charming town. Included in the fares of our river cruises are shore excursions in every port of call; all dining on board (including The Chef's Table specialty restaurant); fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner; internet access and Wi-Fi; and bicycles that you can use to explore on your own or join our guided bike tours.
In Europe, you can take one of our Danube river cruises, or one of our Rhine river cruises. We also offer river cruises in France and Portugal. We hope that you enjoy exploring our many itineraries in Europe, Asia and Africa, and look forward to welcoming you aboard soon.
AmaWaterways was founded in 2002 by three families, but our river cruise story began well before that. President Rudi Schreiner was born in Vienna, at the heart of the Danube. His love of design drew him to architecture, but his even greater love of travel drew him to places far and wide. In 1975, he traveled to South America for a journalism assignment on the Amazon. It was here that he designed his first ship, using what he could find to build a raft that would take him up and down the river during the next 7 months. Soon thereafter he started working in travel, creating unique tour experiences in Europe.
Since 2002, AmaWaterways has offered unforgettable river cruises aboard award-winning ships sailing legendary rivers to the heart of Europe, Southeast Asia and Africa.
Family-owned and operated, we pride ourselves on our passion for river cruising, strong partnerships with our dedicated travel agent partners, the unparalleled service of our staff and crew, our exquisite La Chaine des Rotisseurs dining, and our innovations, which range from staterooms with unique "twin balconies" to included shore excursions featuring active biking and hiking options. Our most recent innovation, the extraordinary AmaMagna, debuts on the Danube River in May 2019 with over 50% suite accommodations, four unique dining venues, an Exclusive Concierge Golf Program and groundbreaking Water Sports Platform, among several other innovations.
With the highest-rated ships in Europe according to the third edition of Berlitz: River Cruising in Europe & the USA, AmaWaterways has received countless honors and accolades including Town & Country River Cruise Awards as "Best Overall," "Best for Food," "Best for Onboard Activities" and "Best for On-Shore Activities," as well as 2017 AFAR and Recommend magazine Reader's Choice Awards for "Best River Cruise Line."
Ships
- TERMS & CONDITIONS
- ms AmaBella
- ms AmaCello
- ms AmaCerto
- ms AmaDahlia
- ms AmaDante
- ms AmaDara
- ms AmaDolce
- ms AmaDouro
- ms AmaKristina
- ms AmaLea
- ms AmaLucia
- ms AmaLyra
- ms AmaMagna
- ms AmaMora
- ms AmaPrima
- ms AmaSerena
- ms AmaSiena
- ms AmaSonata
- ms AmaStella
- ms AmaVerde
- ms AmaVida
- ms AmaViola
- ms Zambezi Queen
Destinations
Cruises
2023 : Christmas Markets on the Rhine : 7-Night Cruise : Amsterdam to Basel : ms AmaCerto
From $3,499.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaCerto
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Amsterdam to BaselExperience the deep-rooted holiday traditions of Europe at its most festive time of year and get...2023 : Magna On The Danube : Budapest To Prague : 7-Night Cruise With 2-Nights Pre-Cruise, 3 Nights
From $4,259.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaMagna
7-Night CruiseCRUISE FROM : Budapest to VilshofenIndulge your passion for awe-inspiring architecture, timeless music, breathtaking lands...2023 : Taste of Bordeaux : Bordeaux to Bordeaux : 7-Night Cruise : ms AmaDolce
From $2,549.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaDolce
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Bordeaux to BordeauxTravel to France's legendary wine capital, Bordeaux.2024 : Charms of the Mekong : Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi : 7-Night Cruises with 2 Nights Pre-Cruise a
From $5,358.00 (USD)
Destination: Asia/Far East
Ship: ms AmaDara
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Ho Chi Minh City to Siem ReapTwo lively cities, Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, provide the perfect start and en...2023 : Captivating Rhine : Amsterdam to Zurich : 7-Night Cruise with 2-Nights Pre-Cruise and 4 Night
From $4,479.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaPrima
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Amsterdam to BaselContoured by vineyard-clad hills and castles from yesteryear, the legendary Rhine captivates.2023 : Paris & Normandy : 7-Night Cruise with 2 Nights Pre-Cruise : Paris to Paris : ms AmaLyra
From $3,449.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaLyra
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Paris to ParisSee the best of Paris during a 2-night stay before embarking on your Paris & Normandy river cruise.2023 : Magna On The Danube : Budapest To Prague : 7-Night Cruise With 2-Nights Pre-Cruise, 3 Nights
From $4,259.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaMagna
7-Night CruiseCRUISE FROM : Budapest to VilshofenIndulge your passion for awe-inspiring architecture, timeless music, breathtaking lands...2023 : Enchanting Rhine : Basel to Amsterdam : 7-Night Cruise : ms AmaPrima
From $2,749.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaPrima
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Basel to AmsterdamGrand cities blend in perfect harmony with their historic past and their progressive future.2023 : Impressions of the Seine & Paris : Paris to Paris : 7-Night Cruise with 4 Nights Pre-Cruise a
From $5,469.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaDante
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Paris to Le HavreDiscover both the popular sites and hidden gems of Paris as well as sites memorialized by famous ...2023 : Christmas Markets on the Rhine : 7-Night Cruise : Basel to Amsterdam : ms AmaSiena
From $3,499.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaSiena
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Amsterdam to BaselExperience the deep-rooted holiday traditions of Europe at its most festive time of year and get...2023 : Flavors of Portugal & Spain : Lisbon to Madrid : 7-Night Cruise with 3 Nights Pre-Cruise and
From $5,149.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaVida
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Porto to Vega de TerronTwo iconic cities, Lisbon and Madrid, provide the perfect start and end to a grand journey t...2023 : Europe's Rivers & Castles : 7-Night Cruise : Nuremberg To Luxembourg : ms AmaPrima
From $2,499.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaPrima
OverviewEurope's Rivers & CastlesCruise FROM : Luxembourg to NurembergFrom the meandering Main to the UNESCO-designated Upper Middle Rhi...2023 : Enticing Douro : Porto to Porto : 7-Night Cruise with 3 Nights Pre-Cruise : ms AmaDouro
From $4,049.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaDouro
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Porto to PortoRambling vineyards and charming native farms cling to the steep sides of the Douro River Valley, cre...2023 : Iconic Christmas Markets : 7-Night Cruise with 2-Nights Pre-Cruise, 3 Nights Post-Cruise : Bu
From $4,959.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaSonata
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Nuremberg to BudapestTravel back through centuries as you walk along cobblestone streets through grand cities and...2023 : Captivating Rhine : Amsterdam to Zurich : 7-Night Cruise with 2-Nights Pre-Cruise and 4 Night
From $5,079.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaCerto
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Amsterdam to BaselContoured by vineyard-clad hills and castles from yesteryear, the legendary Rhine captivates.2023 : Grand Danube Cruise : 14-Night Cruise with 4 Nights Pre-Cruise and 3 Nights Post-Cruise : Bur
From $7,048.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaVerde
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Vilshofen to GiurgiuJourney along paths forged by conquerors, crusaders and kings through Romania, Bulgaria, Serbi...2023 : Secrets of Egypt & the Nile : Cairo to Cairo : 3-Night Pre-Cruise, 7-Night Cruises Roundtrip
From $4,949.00 (USD)
Destination: Africa
Ship: ms AmaDahlia
OverviewSecrets of Egypt & the Nile3-NIGHT CAIRO Pre-Cruise, 7-Night Cruises ROUNDTRIP LUXOR, 1-NIGHT CAIRO Post-CruiseWe are thrilled ...2023 : Rhine & Moselle Fairytales : 11-Night Cruise : Amsterdam to Basel : ms AmaCerto
From $4,999.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaCerto
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Amsterdam to BaselPages from fairytales come to life as you find inspiration along the fabled, castle-laden Rhine ...2023 : Enchanting Rhine : Basel to Amsterdam : 7-Night Cruise : ms AmaCerto
From $3,299.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaCerto
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Basel to AmsterdamGrand cities blend in perfect harmony with their historic past and their progressive future.2023 : Treasures of the Main & Rhine : Prague to Amsterdam : 7-night Cruise with 3 Nights Pre-Cruise
From $4,049.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaPrima
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Nuremberg to AmsterdamFrom Prague, the "City of Spires," to the heartland of Germany along the Rhine and Main rive...2023 : Christmas Markets on the Danube : 7-Night Cruise : Vilshofen to Budapest : ms AmaBella
From $3,499.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaBella
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Budapest to VilshofenExperience timeless holiday traditions and elegant pageantry in five countries-Hungary, Slova...2022 : Christmas Markets on the Rhine : 7-Night Cruise : Basel to Amsterdam : ms AmaLucia
From $3,499.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaLucia
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Amsterdam to BaselExperience the deep-rooted holiday traditions of Europe at its most festive time of year and get...2023 : Discover Africa : Cape Town to Johannesburg : 3 Nights Capetown, 4-Night Safari Cruise, 2 Nig
From $10,899.00 (USD)
Destination: Africa
Ship: ms Zambezi Queen
OverviewDiscover Africa3 Nights Capetown, 4-Night Safari Cruise, 2 Nights Victoria FallsExperience the beauty and natural wonders o...2023 : Rhine & Moselle Splendors : Paris to Zurich : 7-Night Cruise with 3 Nights Pre-Cruise and 4 N
From $5,429.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaPrima
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Luxembourg to BaselParis and Zurich provide the perfect beginning and ending to your splendid journey along two of...2023 : Treasures of the Main & Rhine : Nuremberg to Amsterdam : 7-night Cruise : ms AmaCerto
From $3,199.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaCerto
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Nuremberg to AmsterdamFrom Prague, the "City of Spires," to the heartland of Germany along the Rhine and Main rive...2023 : Captivating Rhine : Amsterdam to Zurich : 7-Night Cruise with 2-Nights Pre-Cruise and 4 Night
From $5,079.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaCerto
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Amsterdam to BaselContoured by vineyard-clad hills and castles from yesteryear, the legendary Rhine captivates.2023 : Taste of Bordeaux : Bordeaux to Bordeaux : 7-Night Cruise : ms AmaDolce
From $2,549.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaDolce
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Bordeaux to BordeauxTravel to France's legendary wine capital, Bordeaux.2023 : Treasures of the Main & Rhine : Prague to Amsterdam : 7-night Cruise with 3 Nights Pre-Cruise
From $4,049.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaPrima
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Nuremberg to AmsterdamFrom Prague, the "City of Spires," to the heartland of Germany along the Rhine and Main rive...2023 : Melodies of the Danube : Budapest to Vilshofen : 7-Night Cruises : ms AmaViola
From $2,149.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaViola
OverviewMelodies of the Danube7-Night CruisesCRUISE FROM : Budapest to VilshofenJourney along the Danube and see firsthand why this stor...2023 : Vineyards of the Rhine & Moselle : Amsterdam to Luxembourg : 7-night Cruise : ms AmaCerto
From $3,149.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaCerto
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Amsterdam to LuxembourgDrink in the beauty, history and flavor of the Rhine and Moselle river valleys' iconic vine...