Douro River cruise through Portugal's terraced vineyards
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Luxury River Cruises

Step aboard award-winning river ships that dock in the heart of iconic cities and storybook villages. Spacious balconied staterooms, regional gastronomy, and daily small-group excursions.

Iconic Waterways

Legendary European & Nile rivers

Each river boasts its own distinct terroir, medieval castles, UNESCO heritage, and culinary delights.

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The Blue Danube

Budapest · Vienna · Passau

Glide past Vienna's imperial palaces, Budapest's illuminated parliament, and the terraced vineyards of Austria's Wachau Valley.

02

The Romantic Rhine

Amsterdam · Cologne · Basel

Cruise through the dramatic Rhine Gorge flanked by 40+ fairytale castles, steep slate vineyards, and the wine taverns of Rüdesheim.

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The Douro Valley

Porto · Régua · Salamanca

Sail through Portugal's UNESCO vineyard quintas, tasting century-old vintage Ports and enjoying traditional Fado serenades.

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The Nile River

Cairo · Luxor · Valley of Kings

Unveil ancient history from Cairo to Luxor and Aswan with senior Egyptologists, luxury suites, and exclusive palace dining.

Featured River Departures

Confirmed river voyages & group dates

Secrets of Egypt & The Nile River
Selling Fast
March 2027
Egypt & Cairo

Secrets of Egypt & The Nile River

Aboard AmaDahlia / AmaLilia (AmaWaterways)

Unveil ancient civilization in unmatched river luxury. Marvel at Luxor, Karnak, and the Great Pyramids with expert senior Egyptologists while enjoying AmaWaterways' signature service, fine cuisine, and curated pairings.

Starting rate$5,199/ person
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Flavors of Spain & Portugal on the Douro
Featured Voyage
November 2027
Portugal & Spain

Flavors of Spain & Portugal on the Douro

Aboard AmaDouro (AmaWaterways)

Set sail through the terraced quintas of Portugal's UNESCO Douro Valley, tasting rare vintage Ports and elegant Iberian reds guided by Certified Sommelier Jeff Coggin.

Starting rate$4,120/ person
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What's Included Onboard

The river cruise inclusions

Gourmet Dining & Wine

Multi-course chef dinners featuring regional specialties, plus complimentary fine wines and beers during lunch and dinner.

Daily Guided Shore Tours

Choice of gentle, regular, or active pace walking tours, bicycle excursions, and culinary tastings in every port.

Sip & Sail Cocktail Hour

Complimentary cocktail hour each evening before dinner — the perfect venue for conversation and daily briefings.

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