AmaWaterways
With over two decades of experience on the world’s rivers, AmaWaterways are a family-owned and operated company focused on providing guests with innovative and unforgettable travel experiences.
Why Choose AmaWaterways?
Award Winning Ships
AmaWaterways design award winning ships perfect for the regions they sail. A choice of luxurious staterooms, welcoming public areas and great outdoor spaces.
Immersive River Journeys
Cruise the iconic waterways of Europe, Vietnam, Egypt and Colombia, discovering charming villages, historic cities and breathtaking scenery along the way.
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Locally Inspired Cuisine
Enjoy, locally inspired cuisine & fine wines, with menus reflecting the regions you are visiting
Flexible Shore Excursions
Choose from a range of included excursions, with options to suit every travel style, whether you prefer leisurely sightseeing, active adventures, like hiking & biking or cultural experiences.
Family Friendly
AmaWaterways offer inter-connecting family rooms on most ships, large family rooms on AmaMagna and AmaRudi, plus family friendly shore excursions & dining options
Exceptional Value
With accommodation, dining, excursions and more included, AmaWaterways offer a premium river cruise experience with excellent value.
Which AmaWaterways river cruise is best for first timers?
The Rhine & Danube are excellent choices for first time river cruisers, offering a mix of iconic cities, historic landmarks and breathtaking scenery. THE most popular river cruise itinerary for Kiwis is the Amsterdam to Budapest river cruise, which offers a comprehensive two-week trip across Europe and includes both rivers
Here are some quick tips from our Cruise Specialists on which river to choose for your first time
- The Rhine – Castles, vineyards, and charming German villages.
- The Danube – Vienna, Budapest, Bratislava, and picturesque countryside.
- The Seine – Paris, Normandy, and historic French towns.
- The Douro – Portugal’s famous wine region.
- The Rhône – Provence, lavender fields, and world-class gastronomy.
- Bordeaux - It’s all about the wine & the history
AmaWaterways Best Offers
Save up to $4,000 per room on select 2026 & 27 cruises
Save up to $4,000 per room on select 2028 cruises
Fly/Free on Select 2026 & 27 Europe & Asia cruises
Europe Christmas Markets River Cruises
AmaWaterways Christmas markets river cruises appeal to travellers who want to experience Europe's festive season without the hassle of constantly changing hotels or planning transport between each city. Your river ship becomes your boutique hotel while you wake up in a new destination almost every day. Discover why AmaWaterways are the top choice for Europe's Christmas markets river cruises, with festive itineraries, luxury river ships, included excursions and exceptional service
Most Popular AmaWaterways River Cruises
Why Book with Cruise Deals?
While AmaWaterways are not currently available to book through our online Cruise Finder, our experienced team can help you choose the ideal itinerary, compare departure dates and stateroom options, and provide the latest pricing and availability. Simply get in touch, and we'll help you plan your perfect river cruise.
P: 0800 99 44 88
E: book@cruisedeals.co.nz
Search all AmaWaterways Cruises
Browse all our amazing AmaWatwerways River Cruise deals below. Use the filters to narrow down the results to find your perfect River Cruise getaway. Please submit a request and our team will get back to you with pricing for best available current offers
