Choosing a river cruise company can be confusing, but with AmaWaterways, you will enjoy something really distinctive. You can feel totally confident in the operation of all the vessels, as the hands-on owners have a lifetime of experience operating on the rivers of Europe, with a well deserved reputation for pioneering and innovation. The product range now extends way beyond Europe to destinations as wide-ranging as Vietnam, Cambodia, Africa, and they are the first major river cruise line to operate along Colombia's Magdalena River.

The cosy and welcoming AmaWaterways vessels, purpose built for the company, are beautifully designed, and the focus is on creating the very best customer experience. Fewer guests (at most 196) means larger accommodation (many with a private balcony), more amenities and uncrowded public areas.

The largest AmaWaterways' ship, the double-width AmaMagna, operates on the Danube and offers unrivalled choices on board for the discerning guest. The large fleet means there are several choices of itinerary, from Paris & Normandy, to the beautiful Douro Valley, to a river safari along Africa's Chobe River on board Zambezi Queen.

A cruise with AmaWaterways is an enriching experience and there is a menu of shore excursions in every port of call, so you'll often be able to choose from one of several options at different paces (gentle, regular and active), all of which are included in your cruise fare. A fleet of bicycles on board the European fleet gives you the option of joining a guided bike tour or going off to explore on your own, while guided hikes enable you to get away from the bustling towns and out into the beauty of the countryside. A huge range of themed Wine Cruises feature wine-related excursions and a wine expert on board.

As a member of the prestigious culinary society La Chaîne des Rotisseurs, AmaWaterways craft menus featuring locally-inspired cuisine as well as traditional Western offerings. The Chef's Table is an intimate speciality restaurant where you can watch the chef prepare dinner right in front of you. Unlimited wines, beers and spirits with lunch and dinner are included in the fare.

The family feel of the company extends to the guests, who are embraced and cared for as the dearest of family members. Our returning clients consistently commend the excellent Cruise Managers on board AmaWaterways cruises.