Why we love AmaWaterways
AmaWaterways is a family-owned river line, founded in 2002 by river-cruise pioneers Rudi Schreiner, Kristin Karst and Jimmy Murphy. Its ships carry around 156 guests on average, and as few as 60 to 82 on the Mekong, Nile and Magdalena, so voyages feel personal and uncrowded.
Food is a real strength. Dining is regionally inspired, wine, beer and soft drinks flow freely at lunch and dinner, and The Chef's Table serves a multi-course tasting menu. It's the only river line inducted into La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, the world's oldest gastronomic society.
AmaWaterways introduced the twin-balcony stateroom, with both a French balcony and a full outside balcony, and its double-width AmaMagna is the largest custom-built ship on the Danube.
Excursions run at active, regular and gentle paces, with guided bike rides and hikes in most European ports. On board you'll find a fitness centre, a heated pool, a sundeck walking track and free bicycles.
The fleet is growing quickly: 31 ships in 2026, including the new AmaSofia on the Rhine and Danube and AmaNubia on the Nile, with AmaMaya on the Mekong and the double-width AmaRudi arriving in 2027.
Fares, inclusions and ships vary by voyage. Your advisor will confirm exactly what is included when we quote.
What's included
These are the inclusions on European sailings. Other regions differ slightly, and we'll confirm exactly what's included when we quote.
Where AmaWaterways sails
Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary and Croatia.
Switzerland to the Netherlands, including our Christmas Markets on the Rhine voyage.
The Seine to Normandy, the Rhône and Saône through Provence and Burgundy, and Bordeaux.
Portugal's wine country, into Spain.
Vietnam and Cambodia, with the temples of Angkor.
Chobe River safaris in Botswana, and the Nile between Luxor and Aswan.
The Magdalena River, between Cartagena and Barranquilla.
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Our advisors will help you choose the right ship, cabin and itinerary, and can add flights and hotel stays before or after your cruise, all in one booking.
