
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
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- ms AmaBella
- ms AmaCello
- ms AmaCerto
- ms AmaDahlia
- ms AmaDante
- ms AmaDara
- ms AmaDolce
- ms AmaDouro
- ms AmaKristina
- ms AmaLea
- ms AmaLilia
- ms AmaLucia
- ms AmaLyra
- ms AmaMagdalena
- ms AmaMagna
- ms AmaMaya
- ms AmaMelodia
- ms AmaMora
- ms AmaPrima
- ms AmaReina
- ms AmaSerena
- ms AmaSiena
- ms AmaSintra
- ms AmaSofia
- ms AmaSonata
- ms AmaStella
- ms AmaVenita
- ms AmaVerde
- ms AmaVida
- ms AmaViola
- ms Zambezi Queen
Destinations
Cruises
2025 : Flavors of Portugal & Spain : 7- Night Cruise With 3 Nights Madrid Pre-Cruise And 3 Nights Li
From $5,340.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaVida
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Porto to Vega de TerronSet sail in Porto, the beautiful 'City of Bridges'and gateway to the Douro River Valley, a U...2025 : Enchanting Rhine : 7-night Cruise : Basel to Amsterdam : ms AmaLucia
From $2,320.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaLucia
OverviewCruise From: Basel to AmsterdamGrand cities blend in perfect harmony with their historic past and their progressive future.2025 : Rhine & Moselle Delights : 10-night Cruise : Basel to Amsterdam : ms AmaCerto
From $4,139.00 (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 four...2026 : Wonders of Colombia : 7- Night Cruise With 2 Nights In Cartagena Pre Cruise : Cartagena to Ba
From $5,039.00 (USD)
Destination: South America
Ship: ms AmaMelodia
Overview7- Night CruiseCRUISE FROM : Cartagena to BarranquillaImmerse yourself in the wonders that this South American country ...2026 : Europe's Rivers & Castles : 7- Night Cruise With 3 Nights Prague Pre-Cruise And 2 Nights Rei
From $6,014.00 (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...2026 : Captivating Rhine : 7- Night Cruise : Amsterdam to Basel : ms AmaViola
From $3,449.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaViola
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Amsterdam to BaselContoured by vineyard-clad hills and castles from yesteryear, the legendary Rhine captivates.2025 : Rhine & Moselle Fairytales : 11-night Cruise : Amsterdam to Basel : ms AmaLucia
From $5,279.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaLucia
OverviewCruise From: Amsterdam to BaselPages from fairytales come to life as you find inspiration along the fabled, castle-laden Rhine a...2025 : Rhine & Moselle Delights : 10-night Cruise : Basel to Amsterdam : ms AmaCerto
From $4,139.00 (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 four...2025 : Iconic Christmas Markets : 7-Night Cruise With 3 Nights Prague Pre-Cruise : Prague to Budapes
From $5,114.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaLea
OverviewCruise From: Nuremberg to BudapestTravel back through centuries as you walk along cobblestone streets through grand cities and his...2026 : Riches of the Mekong : 7- Night Cruise : Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City : ms AmaMaya
From $3,049.00 (USD)
Destination: Asia/Far East
Ship: ms AmaMaya
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh CityCruise along the Mekong through Cambodia and Vietnam as you are transported bac...2025 : Colors of Provence : 7-night Cruise : Arles to Lyon : ms AmaKristina
From $3,360.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaKristina
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Cruise From: Lyon to ArlesFrom romantic cities to foodie havens and artistic epicenters, this itinerary enliven...2025 : Romantic Danube : 7-Night Cruise With 2 Nights Munich Pre-Cruise : Munich to Budapest : ms Am
From $4,219.00 (USD)
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 th...2026 : Essence of Burgundy & Provence : 7- Night Cruise With 3 Nights Geneva Pre-Cruise And 3 Nights
From $7,229.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaCello
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Port of Dijon to ArlesIndulge in the local flavors of Switzerland and France on a palate-pleasing itinerary that h...2025 : Gems of Southeast Europe : 7-night Cruise : Giurgiu to Budapest : ms AmaBella
From $3,239.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaBella
OverviewCruise From: Budapest to GiurgiuTouch history in Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria and Romania, as you sail along the exotic lo...2026 : Magnificent Europe : 14- Night Cruise : Amsterdam to Budapest : ms AmaSofia
From $7,499.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaSofia
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Amsterdam to BudapestFollow the route of emperors, kings and queens on a magnificent European journey along three ...2025 : Europe's Rivers & Castles : 7- Night Cruise With 3 Nights Pre-Cruise And 3 Nights Post-Cruis
From $5,699.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaCerto
OverviewCruise From: Luxembourg to NurembergFrom the meandering Main to the UNESCO-designated Upper Middle Rhine Valley with its multitu...2026 : Christmas Markets on the Rhine : 7- Night Cruise : Basel to Amsterdam: ms AmaSiena
From $3,249.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaSiena
hic cathedral.2027 : Riches of the Mekong : 7- Night Cruise : Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City : ms AmaDara
From $3,049.00 (USD)
Destination: Asia/Far East
Ship: ms AmaDara
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh CityCruise along the Mekong through Cambodia and Vietnam as you are transported bac...2026 : Grand Danube Cruise : 14- Night Cruise With 2 Nights Bucharest, 2 Nights Brasov Pre-Cruise An
From $8,094.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaVerde
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Vilshofen to GiurgiuJourney along paths forged by conquerors, crusaders and kings through Romania, Bulgaria, Serbi...2026 : Essence of Burgundy & Provence : 7- Night Cruise With 3 Nights Geneva Pre-Cruise And 3 Nights
From $7,229.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaCello
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Port of Dijon to ArlesIndulge in the local flavors of Switzerland and France on a palate-pleasing itinerary that h...2026 : Gems of Southeast Europe : 7- Night Cruise With 2 Nights Bucharest, 2 Nights Brasov Pre-Cruis
From $6,609.00 (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...2025 : Romantic Danube (Taste of Christmas) : 7-night Cruise : Vilshofen to Budapest : ms AmaSonata
From $3,839.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaSonata
OverviewCruise From: Vilshofen to BudapestThose longing for the romance and festivity of Old World Europe will travel into the very hea...2026 : Flavors of Burgundy : 7- Night Cruise : Port of Dijon to Lyon : ms AmaCello
From $4,049.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaCello
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Port of Dijon to LyonEmbark on a journey that caters to discerning tastes and highlights the decadent French flavo...2025 : New! Best of the Danube : 7-Night Cruise With 2 Nights Budapest Pre-Cruise : Budapest to Buda
From $3,849.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaReina
OverviewRoundtrip BudapestCapture the imperial history of Old-World Europe along the Danube River as it flourished beneath towering fort...2026 : Christmas Markets on the Rhine : 7- Night Cruise : Basel to Amsterdam: ms AmaCerto
From $3,249.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaCerto
hic cathedral.2026 : Iconic Christmas Markets : 7- Night Cruise : Nuremberg to Budapest : ms AmaSonata
From $3,349.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaSonata
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Nuremberg to BudapestTravel back through centuries as you walk along cobblestone streets through grand cities and...2025 : Taste of Bordeaux : 7-night Cruise : Bordeaux to Bordeaux : ms AmaDolce
From $3,200.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaDolce
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Cruise From: Bordeaux to BordeauxFrom romantic walks to red wine, Bordeaux is the cultural capital of all that is ...2025 : Flavors of Burgundy : 7-Night Cruise With 3 Nights Geneva Pre-Cruise And 3 Nights Paris Post-
From $6,765.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaCello
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Cruise From: Port of Dijon to LyonEmbark on a journey that caters to discerning tastes and highlights the decadent...2025 : Colors of Provence : 7-night Cruise : Arles to Lyon : ms AmaKristina
From $3,360.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaKristina
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Cruise From: Lyon to ArlesFrom romantic cities to foodie havens and artistic epicenters, this itinerary enliven...2026 : Blue Danube Discovery : 7- Night Cruise With 2-Nights Budapest Pre-Cruise, 3 Nights Prague Po
From $5,634.00 (USD)
Destination: Europe
Ship: ms AmaReina
OverviewCRUISE FROM : Budapest to NurembergDiscover a wealth of art, history and cultural treasures as you cruise to some of Europe's mo...