AmaWaterways NZ

Search & Compare fantastic savings up to NZ$4000 & Fly Free offers on AmaWaterways river cruises in Europe, Vietnam, Egypt & South America. Book & pay online in NZD backed up by our Kiwi cruise specialists

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 that Kiwis love.

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, highly rated by New Zealand travellers

Flexible Shore Excursions

Choose from a range of included excursions, with options to suit every travel style. Great for active Kiwi travellers including local sightseeing and 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 NZD pricing including accommodation, dining, excursions and more, AmaWaterways offer a premium river cruise experience for Kiwis with excellent value.

AmaWaterways Best Offers for Kiwis

Book by 31 December 2026

Save up to NZD $4,000 per room on select 2026, 2027 & 2028 cruises in Europe, Colombia, Egypt and

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Single Supplement Waived or only 10% Supplement on select 2027 Europe Sailings & room types

Who do AmaWaterways Cruises suit?

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France River Cruise with AmaWaterways

Join us on a photo journey to find out what you will see and experience on an AmaWaterways France River cruise? Starting in Paris, then up to Normandy, one of our favourite regions of France

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

Find out the highlights & best travel times for each river

Tip from our Kiwi Cruise Specialists! Remember, you can cruise in either direction on the river to suit your travel plans

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Bordeaux River Cruises

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Danube River Cruises

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Douro River Cruises

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Rhine River Cruises

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Rhone River Cruises

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Seine River Cruises

The Mekong River Cruises

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The Nile River Cruises

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Europe Christmas Markets River Cruises

AmaWaterways Christmas markets river cruises appeal to NZ 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

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We can help with your River Cruise plans

Got River Cruise questions? Reach out, we are sure to have the answers!

Why Book with Cruise Deals NZ?

NZD pricing: We’ll quote your AmaWaterways cruise in New Zealand dollars.
River Cruise specialists: Our team can help you compare itineraries, ships and cabin options.
Personal advice: Not sure which AmaWaterways cruise is right for you? Ask our Kiwi team.
Fly & cruise options: We can help you look at flights from NZ and other travel arrangements around your cruise.
Cruise deals & offers: We’ll check the latest available NZD fares and promotions for your sailing

Search & Compare all AmaWaterways River Cruise Deals

You can browse all our amazing AmaWaterways River Cruise deals below in NZD. Use the filters to narrow down the results to find your perfect River Cruise getaway. Need to talk to a River Cruise Specialist? Call Freephone 0800 99 44 88 or click online chat below and Lets Talk