The village of Viviers seen from a hill above the Rhône

Colors of Provence - Soulful Experience

The south of France has long been a second home for Black artists who came in search of a freedom they could not find elsewhere. James Baldwin wrote some of his most urgent work within sight of the Provençal light. This Soulful Experience sailing from Lyon to Arles honors that legacy, and the living culture it inspired, through curated performances, artist encounters and programming that traces the African diaspora's deep, personal connection to these storied landscapes.

Duration10 nights

RiversRhône

CountriesFrance

Duration10 nights

RiversRhône

CountriesFrance

Highlights of your Soulful Experience

Three Nights in Paris

Explore the "City of Light" alongside local guides, with plenty of time for independent exploration. Your stay includes luxury accommodations, daily breakfast and more.

Black heritage at both ends

Your guides share Black history in both Paris and Marseille. In Paris, a tribute honors Josephine Baker, the star who joined the French Resistance.

Remembrance at Chasselay

Near Lyon, pay your respects at the Tata sénégalais. West African soldiers who fought for France in June 1940 rest here, many killed after they surrendered.

Traditional Colombian dish Bandeja Paisa with fried egg, beans, rice, chorizo, and pork rind served on a rustic table setting.

Jazz in Roman Vienne

Every summer, Jazz à Vienne fills the town's 2,000-year-old Roman theater. Your visit brings live jazz of its own, with Rhône Valley wines to match.

What's included with your cruise

An opened luggage on top of a bed in a stateroom

More room to breathe

Choose from suites, staterooms, and connecting rooms. Most include our signature twin balconies.
Daily housekeeping and turn-down service
Bathrobe, slippers and full bathroom amenities
Refillable water bottle to take with you
Onboard WiFi

A flavor for every moment

All onboard meals
The Chef's Table, specialty restaurant
Wine, beer, and soft drinks with meals
Specialty coffee and tea
Sip & Sail cocktail hour daily
All-day snacks in the Lark Lounge
Welcome cocktail reception

Adventures on your terms

Choose from up to six expert-led experiences each day
Gentle, regular and active options are available for most activities
Wellness Host with daily fitness, stretch and meditation classes on most sailings

Designed for the way you travel

A Cruise Manager who knows everything about your route and will lead your journey the whole way
Regional music and performances
Experiences for solo travelers
Onshore experiences, onboard amenities, and port charges included

Preview your itinerary

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Explore the daily onshore experience options available throughout your cruise.

Dates, Prices and Offers

Important: Dates, fares & itineraries are subject to change.

Port Charges (included in cruise price): $250 per person in 2026. $280 per person in 2027. $290 per person in 2028.

Single Supplement for Cruise: 50% of per person double occupancy fare; Suites 100% of per person double occupancy fare.

Single Supplement for Land: A single supplement charge will be applied to pre- and post-cruise hotel extensions. Please ask your travel advisor or call for pricing details.

Bedding: Please select bedding configuration at the time of booking.

Option A: Two twin beds

Option B: One large bed (larger than queen size).

Terms & Conditions

All rates are per person in USD, cruise-only, include port fees, and are based on double occupancy in an entry-level stateroom unless otherwise noted. Offers apply to select sailings and new bookings only. Unless a reduced single supplement is specifically stated, solo travelers in double-occupancy staterooms must pay the full single supplement before receiving any discounts. Ask about Solo Traveler promotions. Offers are not combinable with other promotions or discounts, are capacity-controlled, subject to availability, and may change or end without notice. Stateroom upgrades, optional land programs, and airfare are not included. Additional restrictions apply. AmaWaterways reserves the right to correct errors or omissions at any time.

Ships

AmaKristina

With AmaWaterways’ Co-Founder Kristin Karst as its Godmother, AmaKristina delivers an award-winning Rhine experience, where attentive staff, fresh cuisine, and welcoming spaces bring the river to life

Staterooms: 78

Passengers: 156

AmaKristina

Staterooms: 78

Passengers: 156

Why travelers choose AmaWaterways

City Escape: The Rhine

“You have more time to spend with family and you don’t have the kids off at a big water park on deck. With ocean cruising, people are prone to be doing separate things versus having more quality time with less distraction. River cruising has my heart now.”

Jennifer S.

City Escape: The Rhine

“Ama goes above and beyond to make the holiday season special aboard, and its wonderful to be able to celebrate, be taken care of, and feel like I’ve done something special for myself all at the same time. I can’t recommend it enough!”

Aimee Bentson

Best of Holland & Belgium

“We found this type of cruise so much more enjoyable than any of the large ocean cruises we have been on. You have the chance to get to know your fellow cruisers and make new friends. This was our first river cruise but will not be the last on Ama Waterways.”

Kim