AMA Waterways River Cruises

THE BENEFITS OF RIVER CRUISING

Isn't it interesting how what was once viewed as "old" many times comes full circle and is now considered "new and in" again? So it is with River Cruising on AMA Waterways Cruise Ships. For hundreds of years the people of Europe, Asia, and Russia moved from province to province and even further, country to country via the rivers. That is why today so many capitols of trade and culture are located on or near a major river. Kings built their castles and garrisoned their armies near rivers in order to maintain a commanding view and control of the country side from their perch above the river flowing quietly below.

For a number of years the river cruise industry occupied the position of sleepy second cousin to the ocean cruise industry, where the ships were coming out bigger and brassier with each proceeding year. But once the cruising public had experienced the "bells and whistles" of the new large ships, a portion of them realized that they were missing not only a small ship experience, but a cultural cruise experience, the rebirth of River Cruises was established. This is a casual, comfortable form of water travel that has really caught on with the North American traveler.

River Cruises are the essence of a cultural cruise experience as you are immersed in an itinerary that is committed to viewing a small special region. Along the way you will meet the people and enjoy the local cuisine and entertainment of the region in a more intimate way that is just not possible aboard a large cruise ship.

AMA Waterways RIVER CRUISES KNOWS WHAT YOU WANT

It stands to reason that AMA Waterways Worldwide Vacations, a family owned and operated company, with an outstanding 40 year record of providing first class escorted tours and city stays throughout the world would extend their superior service level and destination expertise to the river cruise passenger on all AMA Waterways River Cruises.

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AMA Waterways River Cruises has taken those years of service to the traveling North American public in the tour arena and sculpted a river product designed with the North American cruise passenger specifically in mind. Their ships are the newest afloat having brought 4 new ships into service in the last 2 years. Even the oldest of their previous existing fleet has seen only 8 years of service.

SHORE EXCURSIONS ARE INCLUDED

When your AMA Waterways cruise ship docks each day you will find yourself in the center of the town or city, able to walk to points of interest, or perhaps use one of the ship's bicycles to explore. Most of your shore excursions are included in the price. If you purchase your airfare through AMA Waterways River Cruises (and their air prices are competitive), the transfers are also included. They offer a wonderful selection of Pre and Post cruise packages that will include 1st class hotels, some meals, and city tours, but also provide plenty of free time for your personal explorations. Because of the inclusive nature of a River Cruise, this is a particularly worthy option for groups, clubs, and family vacation travel where the children are more grown up. No river cruise lines offer activities just for children.

ALL CABINS HAVE A WATER VIEW AND ARE VERY SPACIOUS

All of the cabins on AMA Waterways cruises offer a river view and in most of the ships range a generous 151-170 sq. feet in size. And the 4 newest ships also offer French balconies for 80% of the cabins.

WINE IS INCLUDED

Meals are served in single open seating dining, allowing you the maximum flexibility to enjoy a meal on your own or with a new found friend in a fellow passenger. Wine and bar are included with all onboard dinners - an outstanding value exclusively for you on all AMA Waterways Cruises.

THERE ARE LOTS OF WAYS TO RELAX ONBOARD

There is a fitness center, a beauty salon, and gift shop on each ship. Some of the ships offer saunas while others will contain a walking track and whirlpool so you may walk off some of the calories you will be enjoying from their experienced chefs, and a masseuse to work out all the kinks you brought with you.

YOU CAN STAY CONNECTED

AMA Waterways provides complimentary high speed internet connection in EVERY stateroom in their European fleet. This is a major advancement from their competition. This service is only part, however, of the most comprehensive information and in room entertainment systems in the river cruise industry. You will have the ability to enjoy the latest first run movies, classic movies, travel videos, music channels, satellite televison and computer functionality, all on your cabin flat panel TV. All are available at no charge. Additionally, their ships in Europe off complimentary Wi-Fi.

Yes, AMA Waterways River Cruises understands all the criteria of today's traveling public and has put it all together in their exceptional River Cruises product.

We currently offer several AMA Waterways River Cruises. To search for a specific AMA Waterways Destination, Month or Year, please use the cruise finder at the top of the page. We look forward to helping you plan your next dream vacation!