
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 : Impressions of the Seine & Paris : Le Havre to Paris : 7-Night Cruise : ms AmaDante
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 ...2022 : Christmas Markets on the Danube : 7-Night Cruise with 2-Nights Pre-Cruise, 3 Nights Post-Crui
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaViola
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Budapest to VilshofenExperience timeless holiday traditions and elegant pageantry in five countries-Hungary, Slova...2022 : Essence of Burgundy & Provence : Geneva to Barcelona : 7-Night Cruise with 3 Nights Pre-Cruis
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaCello
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Chalon-sur-Saone to ArlesIndulge in French flavors on a palate-pleasing itinerary that highlights the essence of F...2023 : Rhine & Moselle Delights : Basel to Amsterdam : 10-Night Cruise : ms AmaPrima
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaPrima
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Basel to AmsterdamDramatic rivers yielding to fairytale towns and iconic cities all come alive as you discover fou...2023 : Melodies of the Danube : Budapest to Prague : 7-Night Cruises with 2-Nights Pre-Cruise, 3 Nig
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaLea
OverviewMelodies of the Danube7-Night CruisesCRUISE FROM : Budapest to VilshofenJourney along the Danube and see firsthand why this storie...2022 : Captivating Rhine : Amsterdam to Basel : 7-Night Cruise : ms AmaSiena
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaSiena
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Amsterdam to BaselContoured by vineyard-clad hills and castles from yesteryear, the legendary Rhine captivates.2023 : Flavors of Portugal & Spain : Lisbon to Madrid : 7-Night Cruise with 3 Nights Pre-Cruise and
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 : Romantic Danube : Vilshofen to Budapest : 7-Night Cruise : ms AmaVerde
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaVerde
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Vilshofen to BudapestThose longing for the romance of Old World Europe will get to travel into the very heart of t...2023 : Captivating Rhine : Amsterdam to Zurich : 7-Night Cruise with 2-Nights Pre-Cruise and 4 Night
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaCerto
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Amsterdam to BaselContoured by vineyard-clad hills and castles from yesteryear, the legendary Rhine captivates.2023 : Vineyards of the Rhine & Moselle : Amsterdam to Paris : 7-night Cruise with 2 Nights Pre-Crui
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaPrima
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Amsterdam to LuxembourgDrink in the beauty, history and flavor of the Rhine and Moselle river valleys' iconic vine...2023 : Christmas Markets on the Rhine : 7-Night Cruise : Amsterdam to Basel : ms AmaCerto
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...2022 : Melodies of the Danube : Budapest to Vilshofen : 7-Night Cruises : ms AmaLea
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaLea
OverviewMelodies of the Danube7-Night CruisesCRUISE FROM : Budapest to VilshofenJourney along the Danube and see firsthand why this storie...2023 : Rhine & Moselle Fairytales : 11-Night Cruise with 2 Nights Pre-Cruise and 4 Nights Post-Cruis
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 : Riches of the Mekong : Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City : 7-Night Cruises : ms AmaDara
Destination: Asia/Far East
Ship: ms AmaDara
OverviewRiches of the Mekong7-Night CruisesCRUISE FROM : Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh CityCruise along the Mekong through Cambodia and...2023 : Rhine & Moselle Splendors : Paris to Zurich : 7-Night Cruise with 3 Nights Pre-Cruise and 4 N
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaCerto
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Luxembourg to BaselParis and Zurich provide the perfect beginning and ending to your splendid journey along two of...2023 : Europe's Rivers & Castles : 7-Night Cruise with 3 Nights Pre-Cruise and 3 Nights Post-Cruise
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaCerto
OverviewEurope's Rivers & CastlesCruise FROM : Luxembourg to NurembergTwo iconic cities, Prague and Paris, bookend this perfect journey ...2023 : Enchanting Rhine : Basel to Amsterdam : 7-Night Cruise : ms AmaCerto
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaCerto
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Basel to AmsterdamGrand cities blend in perfect harmony with their historic past and their progressive future.2023 : Melodies of the Danube : Budapest to Prague : 7-Night Cruises with 2-Nights Pre-Cruise, 3 Nig
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaBella
OverviewMelodies of the Danube7-Night CruisesCRUISE FROM : Budapest to VilshofenJourney along the Danube and see firsthand why this stor...2023 : Stars of South Africa : Cape Town to Johannesburg : 3 Nights Cape Town, 4-Night Safari Cruise
Destination: Africa
Ship: ms Zambezi Queen
OverviewStars of South Africa3 Nights Cape Town, 4-Night Safari Cruise, 2 Nights Victoria Falls, 2 Nights Johannesburg, 3 Nights GR...2022 : Christmas Markets on the Rhine : 7-Night Cruise with 2-Nights Pre-Cruise and 4 Nights Post-Cr
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 : Enchanting Rhine : Basel to Amsterdam : 7-Night Cruise with 4 Nights Pre-Cruise : ms AmaPrima
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaPrima
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Basel to AmsterdamGrand cities blend in perfect harmony with their historic past and their progressive future.2022 : Best of Holland & Belgium : Amsterdam to Amsterdam : 7-Night Cruises with 2 Nights Pre-Cruise
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaStella
OverviewBest of Holland & BelgiumCRUISE FROM : Amsterdam to AmsterdamImmerse yourself in a feast for the senses as you travel through t...2022 : Christmas Markets on the Danube : 7-Night Cruise with 2-Nights Pre-Cruise, 3 Nights Post-Crui
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaViola
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Budapest to VilshofenExperience timeless holiday traditions and elegant pageantry in five countries-Hungary, Slova...2023 : Christmas Markets on the Rhine : 7-Night Cruise with 4 Nights Pre-Cruise : Zurich to Amsterda
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 : Paris & Normandy : 7-Night Cruise with 2 Nights Pre-Cruise : Paris to Paris : ms AmaLyra
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 : Rhine & Moselle Fairytales : 11-Night Cruise : Amsterdam to Basel : ms AmaMora
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaMora
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Amsterdam to BaselPages from fairytales come to life as you find inspiration along the fabled, castle-laden Rhine a...2023 : Rhine & Moselle Fairytales : 11-Night Cruise with 2 Nights Pre-Cruise and 4 Nights Post-Cruis
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 : Impressions of the Seine & Paris : Paris to Paris : 7-Night Cruise with 4 Nights Pre-Cruise a
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 : Medieval Treasures : Basel to Nuremberg : 7-Night Cruise : ms AmaPrima
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaPrima
OverviewMedieval TreasuresCRUISE FROM : Basel to NurembergWalk through thousands of years of history in the medieval towns of Rothenburg...2023 : Vineyards of the Rhine & Moselle : Amsterdam to Paris : 7-night Cruise with 2 Nights Pre-Crui
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaPrima
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Amsterdam to LuxembourgDrink in the beauty, history and flavor of the Rhine and Moselle river valleys' iconic vine...