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.
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 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.
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
Explore the rich history of classical and folkloric 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.
Countries Visited: Austria, Hungary, Slovakia
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 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!"
Imagine a gentle breeze rustling the leaves above you as you walk uphill through the charming town of Dürnstein, Austria, and past the cobblestone onto a dirt trail. You traverse the winding roads among lush vineyards and rolling hills, each turn producing another stunning view of the red-roofed village and Danube River below.
As you stop to capture a photo, your knowledgeable local guide urges you forward, regaling you with tales of the once prominent medieval fortress at the top of the hill. He gently reminds you that the scenery only gets more spectacular the higher you climb. Suddenly, the rocky ruins come into view. You spot the storied structure where Richard the Lionheart was once held captive. You peer through the remains of windows looking down upon rows of green grapevines in the Wachau Valley beneath you. A postcard-perfect view of Dürnstein’s brilliant blue church tower takes your breath away.
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Travel aboard any of our European river ships to enjoy a wealth of unforgettable hiking and biking excursions. Take advantage of these special opportunities to delve deeper into local cultures and experience the majesty of Europe outdoors along the legendary Danube River.
Romantic Danube: Vilshofen, Germany to Budapest, Hungary
Enjoy a leisurely ride along the famed “Culture Mile” in Linz, Austria, on one of the optional guided bike tours available to you during this itinerary. You'll bike along the beautiful Danube River and through the city's vibrant arts and music scene. Or, choose to bike through Austria's Wachau Valley past stately castles, charming villages and the iconic Melk Abbey. You can also hike up to Bratislava Castle, perched above its Old Town. This castle was home to the Hungarian crown jewels for nearly 200 years and offers magnificent views of the city below.
Melodies of the Danube: Budapest, Hungary to Vilshofen, Germany
Enjoy a leisurely ride in the Old City Center of Linz, Austria, on one of the optional guided biking excursions available to you on our Romantic Danube itinerary. You'll bike along the beautiful Danube and through the city's vibrant arts and music scene. Or, choose to bike through Austria's Wachau Valley past stately castles, charming villages and the iconic Melk Abbey.