
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 : Enticing Douro : 7-Night Cruise with 3 Nights Pre-Cruise : Lisbon to Porto : ms AmaVida
From $4,499.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaVida
Overview7-Night Cruise with 3 Nights LISBON Pre-CruiseCRUISE FROM : Porto to PortoRambling vineyards and charming native farms cling to t...2022 : Romantic Danube : 7-Night Cruise with 2 Nights Pre-Cruise : Munich to Budapest : ms AmaBella
From $3,939.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaBella
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Vilshofen to BudapestThose longing for the romance of Old World Europe will get to travel into the very heart of t...2023 : Charms of the Mekong : 7-Night Cruise : Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap : ms AmaDara
From $2,599.00 (USD)
Destination: Asia/Far East
Ship: ms AmaDara
Overview7-Night CruiseCRUISE FROM : Ho Chi Minh City to Siem ReapTwo lively cities, Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, provide the perfec...2022 : Treasures of the Main & Rhine : 7-Night Cruise with 3 Nights Pre-Cruise : Nuremberg to Amster
From $4,399.00 (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...2022 : Christmas Markets on the Rhine : 7-Night Cruise with 2-Nights Pre-Cruise and 4 Nights Post Cr
From $5,849.00 (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...2022 : Gems of Southeast Europe : 7-Night Cruise with 4 Nights Pre-Cruise and 2 Nights Post Cruise :
From $5,499.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaMagna
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Budapest to GiurgiuTouch history in Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria and Romania, as you sail along the exotic l...2022 : Tulip Time : 7-Night Cruise with 2 Nights Pre-Cruise : Amsterdam to Amsterdam : ms AmaSerena
From $3,749.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaSerena
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Amsterdam to AmsterdamCelebrate spring in the Netherlands and Belgium when the Keukenhof Gardens and Floralia com...2022 : Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps : 7-Night Cruise with 3 Nights Pre-Cruise : Lake Como to Amsterdam
From $4,899.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaMora
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Amsterdam to BaselContoured by vineyard-clad hills and castles from yesteryear, the legendary Rhine captivates.2022 : Europe's Rivers & Castles : 7-Night Cruise with 3 Nights Pre-Cruise and 3 Nights Post Cruise
From $5,999.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaCerto
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Luxembourg to NurembergFrom the meandering Main to the UNESCO-designated Upper Middle Rhine Valley with its multit...2022 : Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps : 7-Night Cruise : Basel to Amsterdam : ms AmaMora
From $3,399.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaMora
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Amsterdam to BaselContoured by vineyard-clad hills and castles from yesteryear, the legendary Rhine captivates.2022 : Enchanting Rhine : 7-Night Cruise with 4 Nights Pre-Cruise : Zurich to Amsterdam : ms AmaLuci
From $4,899.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaLucia
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Basel to AmsterdamGrand cities blend in perfect harmony with their historic past and their progressive future.2022 : Rhine & Moselle Fairytales : 11-Night Cruise with 2 Nights Pre-Cruise and 4 Nights Post Cruis
From $6,449.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaPrima
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Amsterdam to BaselPages from fairytales come to life as you find inspiration along the fabled, castle-laden Rhine ...2022 : Europe's Rivers & Castles : 7-Night Cruise with 3 Nights Pre-Cruise and 3 Nights Post Cruise
From $5,999.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaCerto
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Luxembourg to NurembergFrom the meandering Main to the UNESCO-designated Upper Middle Rhine Valley with its multit...2023 : Flavors of Portugal & Spain : 7-Night Cruise : Vega de Terron to Porto : ms AmaVida
From $3,499.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaVida
Overview7-Night CruiseCRUISE FROM : Porto to Vega de TerronTwo iconic cities, Lisbon and Madrid, provide the perfect start and end to a g...2022 : Rhine & Moselle Delights : 10-Night Cruise with 4 Nights Pre-Cruise : Zurich to Amsterdam : m
From $6,599.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaCerto
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Basel to AmsterdamDramatic rivers yielding to fairytale towns and iconic cities all come alive as you discover fou...2022 : Blue Danube Discovery : 7-Night Cruise with 2-Nights Pre-Cruise, 3 Nights Post Cruise : Budap
From $4,959.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaVerde
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Budapest to NurembergDiscover a wealth of art, history and cultural treasures as you cruise to some of Europe's mo...2022 : Best of Holland & Belgium : 7-Night Cruise with 2 Nights Pre-Cruise : Amsterdam to Amsterdam
From $4,649.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaPrima
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Amsterdam to AmsterdamImmerse yourself in a feast for the senses as you travel through the Netherlands and Belgium...2023 : Enticing Douro : 7-Night Cruise with 3 Nights Pre-Cruise : Lisbon to Porto : ms AmaDouro
From $4,299.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaDouro
Overview7-Night Cruise with 3 Nights LISBON Pre-CruiseCRUISE FROM : Porto to PortoRambling vineyards and charming native farms cling to ...2023 : Paris & Normandy : 7-Night Cruise with 2 Nights Pre-Cruise : Paris to Paris : ms AmaLyra
From $4,199.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaLyra
Overview7-Night CruiseCRUISE FROM : Paris to ParisParis always sizzles while Normandy beckons with its stunning coastline, incredible foo...2022 : Rhine & Moselle Delights : 10-Night Cruise with 4 Nights Pre-Cruise : Zurich to Amsterdam : m
From $6,599.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaCerto
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Basel to AmsterdamDramatic rivers yielding to fairytale towns and iconic cities all come alive as you discover fou...2022 : Romantic Danube : 7-Night Cruise with 3 Nights Pre-Cruise : Prague to Budapest : ms AmaSonata
From $3,899.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaSonata
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Vilshofen to BudapestThose longing for the romance of Old World Europe will get to travel into the very heart of ...2023 : Charms of the Mekong : 7-Night Cruise with 2 Nights Pre-Cruise and 6 Nights Post-Cruise : Ho
From $4,898.00 (USD)
Destination: Asia/Far East
Ship: ms AmaDara
Overview7-Night CruiseCRUISE FROM : Ho Chi Minh City to Siem ReapTwo lively cities, Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, provide the perfec...2022 : Tulip Time : 7-Night Cruise : Amsterdam to Amsterdam : ms AmaSerena
From $2,999.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaSerena
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Amsterdam to AmsterdamCelebrate spring in the Netherlands and Belgium when the Keukenhof Gardens and Floralia com...2022 : Melodies of the Danube : 7-Night Cruise with 2-Nights Pre-Cruise, 3 Nights Post-Cruise : Buda
From $4,559.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaLea
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Budapest to VilshofenJourney along the Danube and see firsthand why this storied river has inspired generations of a...2022 : Wildlife and the Falls : 1 Night Johannesburg, 4-Night Safari Cruise, 2 Nights Victoria Falls
From $13,695.00 (USD)
Destination: Africa
Ship: ms Zambezi Queen
Overview1 NIGHT JOHANNESBURG, 4-NIGHT SAFARI CRUISE, 2 NIGHTS VICTORIA FALLS, 2 NIGHTS JOHANNESBURG, 3 NIGHTS GREATER KRUGER NATION...2023 : Paris & Normandy : 7-Night Cruise : Paris to Paris : ms AmaLyra
From $3,299.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaLyra
Overview7-Night CruiseCRUISE FROM : Paris to ParisParis always sizzles while Normandy beckons with its stunning coastline, incredible foo...2022 : Grand Danube Cruise : 14-Night Cruise : Vilshofen to Giurgiu : ms AmaMagna
From $6,698.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaMagna
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Vilshofen to GiurgiuJourney along paths forged by conquerors, crusaders and kings through Romania, Bulgaria, Serbi...2022 : Grand Danube Cruise : 14-Night Cruise with 3 Nights Pre-Cruise and 4 Nights Post Cruise : Pra
From $8,898.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaMagna
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Vilshofen to GiurgiuJourney along paths forged by conquerors, crusaders and kings through Romania, Bulgaria, Serbi...2022 : Best of Holland & Belgium : 7-Night Cruise with 2 Nights Pre-Cruise : Amsterdam to Amsterdam
From $4,249.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaSiena
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Amsterdam to AmsterdamImmerse yourself in a feast for the senses as you travel through the Netherlands and Belgium...2022 : Colors of Provence : 7-Night Cruise with 3 Nights Pre-Cruise and 3 Nights Post-Cruise : Barce
From $6,069.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaKristina
OverviewColors of ProvenceCRUISE FROM : Lyon to AvignonFrom romantic cities to foodie havens and artistic epicenters, this itinerary ...