The new year is just around the corner, and AmaWaterways is thrilled to continue bringing you innovative experiences along the rivers. Enjoy the extraordinary service you have come to know and love alongside breathtaking new destinations, itineraries and more!

Count down these exciting additions that your AmaWaterways family invites you to explore with us in 2025!

New Tulip Time Destinations

One of our most popular spring river cruises, our Tulip Time itinerary will have new excursions and destinations to explore, with more than six included excursions a day to choose from! From the charming village of Giethoorn, also known as “Dutch Venice,” to the medieval harbor town of Zierikzee.

7-night Cruise

7-Night Cruise With 2 Nights Amsterdam Pre-Cruise

Roundtrip Amsterdam

Celebrate spring in the Netherlands and Belgium when the Keukenhof Gardens and Floralia come alive. Experience the iconic sites of Amsterdam, the whimsical Kinderdijk windmills and the art of Rubens and Michelangelo. Discover the timeless traditions of Delft porcelain and revel in the medieval architectural treasures of Bruges, Middelburg and Ghent. Throughout your journey indulge in Belgian chocolates, warm waffles and delicious cheeses—all while savoring the storybook atmosphere of the region.

Countries: Belgium, Netherlands

Rivers: Dutch and Belgian Waterways

Welcoming a New Ship in Portugal

Our stunning AmaSintra, sister ship to the beautiful AmaDouro, will be christened in April 2025. Embark on this ship for even more opportunities to experience one of our past guests’ favorite destinations: Portugal’s Douro River.

Portugal and Spain continue to grow in popularity for travelers seeking unforgettable experiences in Europe – and we are delighted to be building a brand-new river cruise ship to carry on with even more of our spectacular Douro River cruises. With spacious staterooms offering breathtaking views of Port Country, exquisite onboard cuisine, and the included amenities our guests have grown to love, our exceptional AmaSintra will debut in Portugal in 2025. Check back soon for more details on this ship as they are released!

14-night Grand River Cruises

This year, AmaWaterways invites you to enjoy three new 14-night Grand River Cruises – Grand Seine & Rhône, Grand Seine & Bordeaux and Grand Rhine & Dutch Canals. Plus, our well-loved 14-night Magnificent Europe itinerary is also returning to the rivers as well!

14-night Grand Seine & Rhône

Countries: France

Rivers: Seine, Rhone, Saone

French history, art, food, and wine are highlighted on this grand journey. Embark in Paris and discover Les Andelys, the beaches of Normandy, medieval Rouen, and more of Paris before transferring by train to Dijon to board your next AmaWaterways ship. During the second leg of your journey, sip wines from Burgundy and the Côtes du Rhône, stroll through a truffle farm alongside a canine companion and follow in the footsteps of Van Gogh in Arles before you disembark in this fascinating city.

Optional land package: 2 nights Paris pre-cruise and 3 nights French Riviera (Nice and Monaco) post-cruise

14-night Grand Seine & Bordeaux

Countries: France

Rivers: Seine, Garonne, Dordogne, Gironde Estuary

Immerse yourself in the rich history, captivating art, vibrant culture, and epicurean delights along four spectacular French waterways. Begin your journey along the Seine River, exploring the “City of Lights” and the historic D-Day landing beaches of Normandy, plus step inside Monet’s paintings at his home and gardens in Giverny. Return to Paris and board your train for Bordeaux, where you will embark another award-winning river cruise ship. Sip a variety of wines throughout this iconic wine region, marvel at awe-inspiring architecture, and visit such destinations as Saint-Émilion, Bourg, and Cadillac.

Optional land package: 2 nights Paris pre-cruise and 3 nights Loire Valley post-cruise.

14-night Grand Rhine & Dutch Canals

Countries: Switzerland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium

Rivers: Rhine, Dutch & Belgian Waterways

Immerse yourself in a feast for the senses, tasting rich Belgian chocolates, listening to the whimsical instruments at Utrecht’s Museum Speelklok, and admiring the architecture and artistry of castles such as Brussels’ Gaasbeek and Ghent’s Castle of the Counts. Inhale the aroma of fresh Belgian waffles and experience timeless traditions, from the brewing of Germany’s legendary beers to the making of Rüdesheimer coffee. Plus, glide through the Rhine Gorge past more than 40 fairytale castles, enjoying your entire journey on board one river cruise ship.

Optional land package: 2 nights Amsterdam pre-cruise and 2 nights Lake Lucerne, 2 nights Zurich post-cruise.

Best of the Danube

Our all-new 7-night Best of the Danube river cruise launches in February! This Budapest roundtrip itinerary is our Co-Founder Rudi Schreiner’s top-choice itinerary for 2025.

7-night Cruise

7-Night Cruise With 2 Nights Budapest Pre-Cruise

Roundtrip Budapest

Capture the imperial history of Old-World Europe along the Danube River as it flourished beneath towering fortresses and inspired legendary artists and musicians. With an abundance of scenic cruising, a focus on grand cities and popular landmarks, and the ease of traveling roundtrip from Budapest, this special itinerary is our Co-Founder Rudi Schreiner’s top-choice itinerary for 2025 – be among the first to experience it! Begin your journey with our pre-cruise land package in majestic Budapest, during which you will immerse yourself in some of the Hungarian capital’s lesser-known heritage and historic sites. After embarking your ship, discover the luxury and beauty of river cruising as you glide through the scenic Wachau Valley, a protected UNESCO World Heritage Site. Throughout your journey you will visit the river’s legendary capitals: Bratislava and Vienna – where AmaWaterways’ Co-Founder Rudi Schreiner, the visionary “Godfather of River Cruising,” was born and raised. Encounter fascinating architecture from Melk’s golden-hued Benedictine abbey to Vienna’s magnificent Schönbrunn Palace. Plus, follow The Sound of Music through sprawling Salzburg, the incomparable birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.

Countries:: Austria, Hungary, Slovakia

Rivers: Danube

Embarking in Colombia

This is the year that AmaWaterways will be the first major river cruise line to embark on Colombia’s Magdalena River. Be among the first to cruise this magnificent river with us!

7-night Cruise
7-Night Cruise With 2 Nights In Cartagena Pre Cruise
7-Night Cruise With 3 Nights In Medellín, 2 Nights In Cartagena Pre Cruise
7-Night Cruise With 3 Nights In Medellín, 2 Nights In Cartagena Pre Cruise And 3 Nights In Panama City Post Cruise

Cruise From: Cartagena to Barranquilla

Immerse yourself in the wonders that this South American country holds as you journey along the magnificent Magdalena River. Step through the streets of Palenque, the first free city in Colombia, moving to the rhythms of cumbia and vallenato, world-renown musical styles. Delight in the colorful neighborhood of Getsemaní in Cartagena, drinking in the vivid colors and culture displayed so artfully on the walls of homes, cafes and family-owned shops. Drink in the smooth, refined flavors of Medellin’s famous coffee. Explore the man-made majesty of the Panama Canal. Discover how Spanish and pre-colonial cultures combined to bring us the music, minds, and culture that exist in the country today. Let these breathtaking destinations inspire you as you embrace the soul of this mesmerizing river and the heart-warming people who live alongside it.

Countries: Colombia

Rivers: Magdalena