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Italy River Cruises

Italy is at its best in the in-between moments. Espresso at a neighborhood bar, evening passeggiata along the piazza, a vineyard road that leads to lunch. Here, Roman stone, Renaissance art and modern life share the same streets, inviting you to slow down and take it all in.

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Rome, Layer by Layer

In Rome, every corner tells a story. Wander from lively piazzas to ancient ruins, where centuries of history shape daily life. With time to explore at your own pace, the city reveals itself in moments both grand and unexpected.

Featured Experiences in Italy

Salamanca cityscape featuring historic Salamanca Cathedral in Castile and Leon, Spain. Impressive Gothic architecture stands prominently in the heart of Salamanca city. Panorama of the city

Vatican City Tour

Explore Vatican City with guided access to its museums and galleries, ending at the Sistine Chapel, with insights into centuries of art and history.

Aerial view of the Bilbao old town, Basque country, Spain

Cooking Demonstration

Join a hands-on cooking class with a local chef to prepare traditional Roman dishes and experience the cuisine in a personal, memorable way.

Pouring in glass of txakoli or chacolí slightly sparkling very dry white wine produced in Spanish Basque Country on vineyards in Getaria in autumn, Spain

Shopping Excursion at Via dei Condotti

Spend time along Via dei Condotti, where craftsmanship meets design, reflecting Rome’s lasting influence on global fashion and style.

Colosseum and Domus Aurea Tour

Visit the Colosseum and step into ancient Rome’s grandeur, then explore Nero’s Domus Aurea for a deeper look at the city’s imperial past.

Sailing the Douro

Testimonials

“We’ve told so many people about how river cruising with AmaWaterways is the best-kept secret in travel, and we are already talking about what river we will experience next.”

Meghan F.

“Hats off and a bow down to the AmaSiena crew for providing a wonderful experience. I want to give a special shout-out to our Cruise Director. She was there for us all the time including pre- and post-cruise experinces. She is the best Cruise Director of any cruise we have ever been on! ”

Tom C.

“We had planned our river cruise during Christmas, but we didn’t even miss celebrating at home because AmaLucia was completely decked out with wreaths, ornaments, and lights and there were at least four Christmas trees on board. Our gift to the kids this year was the river cruise, but we did take advantage of the ship’s tradition of everyone putting their slippers out to sneak some trinkets into theirs. It was so fun; we may even start doing this at home! On board the ship, our family played a lot of board games in the lounge and danced to the live music each evening. We also spent some quiet time together in the stateroom watching Christmas movies. The gift of traveling with your family is that you don’t have constant distractions or activities to run to – you can just spend more time being together.”

Jennifer V.

“As a slightly disabled 80-year-old, I missed out on many included excursions with other companies. Then I found AmaWaterways and their gentle walker options and my world opened up.”

Patricia T.

“From the moment we landed in Amsterdam for the pre-cruise until the last day of the post-cruise in Zurich, our tour manager, Florentin, made us feel welcome and safe.  He remained with us throughout the trip and was extremely professional, knowledgeable and resourceful.  Florentin always had a smile on his face and interesting details about the cities on our trip.”

Ernestina R.

Land Extensions

Timeless Icons and Living History in Rome

Explore Rome’s legacy at the Colosseum and Roman Forum, tour Vatican City with a guide, and enjoy free time to wander lively piazzas and neighborhood streets.

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Hungary

Set along the Danube, Hungary offers exploration of grand architecture, café culture, and centuries-old traditions. Budapest anchors the experience with its architecture and energy, complemented by scenic stretches and historic towns like Esztergom and Szentendre.

Austria

While traveling in Austria, weave between refined cities and quaint river towns shaped by centuries of culture and tradition. Cruise its most storied river, the Danube, and discover Vienna, shaped by its enduring musical legacy, before continuing into the Wachau Valley, where vineyard-lined hills and historic villages offer a quieter pace.

Germany

Germany unfolds gracefully along its rivers, where medieval towns, vineyard-lined hillsides, and grand cities reveal centuries of culture and craftsmanship. Cruising the Rhine, Main, Danube, and Moselle connects you effortlessly to historic castles like Burg Eltz and vibrant cities like Cologne and Munich—inviting you to explore at an unhurried pace.

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