Stroll down a charming cobblestone street, following the irresistible scents of nutmeg and cinnamon as you weave your way through the rows of booths bursting with colorful trinkets. Experience the magic of the holiday season when you join us this winter on one of our delightful river cruises. Whether you are seeking an immersive Christmas Markets experience for your entire family or looking to create new memories as you ring in the New Year along the rivers, AmaWaterways offers the perfect wintertime itinerary for you.
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Europe’s Christmas Markets
Stroll through Europe’s traditional Christmas Markets, brimming with holiday delights. Celebrating centuries-old traditions, travelers and locals alike visit these renowned markets throughout the continent for their festive atmosphere, unique crafts and delicious seasonal treats. Sip spiced glühwein or indulge in vanillekipferl cookies with your loved ones underneath the twinkling lights during the height of the holiday season.
The Majesty of Winter Awaits
From bustling Christmas Markets filled with mouthwatering seasonal delights to serene wintery landscapes that serve as the backdrop outside your twin-balcony stateroom, a winter river cruise with AmaWaterways offers an unforgettable seasonal experience. Plus, for a limited time, save up to 20% on your river cruise fare when you reserve select 2024 and 2025 sailings. Contact your preferred travel advisor to reserve your majestic journey through Europe.
Holiday Cheer on the Rivers
Let us wrap you in the joy of the holidays on our Christmas Markets cruises. Board one of our beautifully decorated ships, which gracefully illuminate the rivers with their glimmering lights. Bring your family together to participate in festive onboard activities, such as our popular tree-trimming and caroling parties. Then, allow us to pour from our selection of included fine wines and revel in an indulgent holiday feast.
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Vanillekipferl cookies
How Will You Celebrate?
Merriment on the Danube
Unpack once and let us accompany you to Europe’s most popular Christmas Markets. As you visit Vienna, Salzburg and Budapest, you can collect each market’s unique mulled wine mug, shop for handcrafted ornaments and sample the enticing array of savory and sweet treats. When you need a break from the holiday excitement, return to your home away from home and relax on board with a complimentary host-led fitness class or a rejuvenating massage.
Seasonal Delights in Southern France
Delight in the mild weather of France’s southern region while enjoying the festive atmosphere of the holidays on our Colors of Provence Christmas Markets cruise. Pick up uniquely French santons, petite nativity figurines, for your friends and family at the Christmas Markets in Lyon and Avignon. Then, gift yourself a bottle of Beaujolais to enjoy on board your ship after sampling the finest wines from the region during your included wine tasting excursion.
A Storybook Christmas on the Rhine
See the historic cities and charming villages along the Rhine River as they light up with holiday cheer. Take part in the revelry of Cologne’s renowned Christmas Markets, where you can enjoy live performances by local artists and nosh on crispy fried reibekuchen. In Colmar, the vibrantly decorated half-timbered homes resemble gingerbread houses and the jubilant market stalls conjure scenes from a snow globe.
Cologne, Germany
Christmas crèches, Provence
Spiced glühwein
Start New Traditions in November
Get a jump on the holiday season with our Taste of Christmas Markets cruises. Starting in midNovember, many cities along the rivers begin their seasonal celebrations early, with perhaps one or two Christmas Markets open for you to enjoy "just a taste" of these iconic markets. The holiday cheer is plentiful on board, with elegant décor and many regionally inspired holiday activities for the whole family to enjoy. Looking for a special way to celebrate American Thanksgiving? Join us during this holiday and be treated to a complete Thanksgiving meal—no cleanup required!
Feel the Romance of February
Relax in the quiet tranquility of the Danube and Rhine rivers during this less-traveled time of year. Explore popular destinations along the Rhine, such as Amsterdam and Strasbourg, with the benefit of fewer crowds and typically lower airfare. On the Danube, be the first to experience our newest itinerary – Celebration of Music – aboard our flagship AmaMagna, the most innovative ship on the rivers. If you are looking for a unique romantic escapade, what could be a more perfect Valentine’s Day than cozying up with your partner in your spacious suite after a spectacular multi-course dinner at The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant?
A New Year’s Like No Other
Ring in the New Year in an unforgettable way with select itineraries docking overnight in Europe’s grand capitals, such as Amsterdam and Budapest. Venture on shore and join in the rollicking festivities with the locals. Alternatively, stay on board, dress in your finest attire and join our elegant gala dinner and celebration. Dance until midnight approaches, grab your glass of complimentary champagne and, if your ship is cruising through or docked in a city where New Year’s Eve fireworks shows are taking place, head up to the Sun Deck at midnight to enjoy views of fireworks illuminating the night sky.
New Year celebration, Vienna, Austria
AmaMagna sailing through the Iron Gates
Brasov, Romania
Join Us On Board in 2024 or 2025
Contact your preferred travel advisor or visit AmaWaterways.ca to reserve your stateroom and save up to 20% off the base cruise fare* on one of our below winter wonderland river cruises today!
2024 / 2025 DATES & PRICES ( CAD )
2024
Best of Holland & Belgium 7-nt cruise roundtrip from Amsterdam
Majestic Capitals of the Danube 5-nt Budapest - Vienna cruise or reverse
Celebration of Classical Music: The Danube 7-nt Budapest - Vienna cruise
Romantic Danube 7-nt Vilshofen - Budapest cruise
Melodies of the Danube 7-nt Budapest - Vilshofen cruise
Gems of Southeast Europe
7-nt Budapest - Giurgiu cruise or reverse
Europe's Rivers & Castles
7-nt Luxembourg - Nuremberg cruise
Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps
7-nt Basel - Amsterdam cruise or reverse
Treasures of the Main & Rhine 7-nt Nuremberg - Amsterdam cruise
Rhine & Moselle Delights
10-nt Basel - Amsterdam cruise
Colors of Provence
7-nt Lyon - Arles cruise or reverse
Enticing Douro
7-nt cruise roundtrip from Porto
2025
Best of the Danube
Dec 23 Dec 26
Dec 16♦
Dec 23❄
Dec 28❄ Dec 28❄
AmaSonata AmaVerde AmaVerde AmaViola C$4,014
Nov 2 AmaViola
Nov 11
Nov 16❄
Nov 18•❄ Dec 28❄
AmaBella AmaLea AmaVerde AmaSonata
Nov 4 AmaBella
Nov 10 Nov 17❄
Kraków
C$4,985 C$4,858 C$4,731 C$4,985
C$4,045
C$4,147 2 nights Budapest 3 nights Prague
AmaMagna AmaMagna C$5,493 C$5,366 C$4,452 C$4,350 2 nights Vienna 2 nights Braşov & 2 nights Bucharest
Nov 6 AmaPrima
Nov 11 Nov 18❄
Nov 6•
Dec 18♦
Dec 19♦ Dec 26
Nov 30 Dec 3 Dec 7 Dec 14
7-nt cruise roundtrip from Budapest Feb 23 Mar 2
Captivating Rhine
7-nt Amsterdam - Basel cruise
Enchanting Rhine
7-nt Basel - Amsterdam cruise
AmaMora AmaMora
C$4,147 3 nights Paris or 1 night Paris & 3 nights Reims 3 nights Prague
2 nights Zurich & 2 nights Lucerne
Feb 9 Feb 23
Feb 16 Mar 2
• Wine Cruise ♦ Christmas Cruise New Year’s Cruise
❄ A Taste of Christmas Markets: Guests may have the opportunity to visit Christmas Markets in certain cities depending on opening dates. Check with each country's tourist office for more information.
*TERMS: Prices above are per person in CAD for cruise only, based on double occupancy in category E stateroom and inclusive of port charges. Up to 20% Cruise Savings does not apply to port charges (2024: C$285 for 7-night, C$407 for 10-night; 2025: C$305 for 7-night, C$435 for 10-night); prices above reflect 20% discount applied to base cruise fare only. Other restrictions apply; visit amawaterways.ca/save20 for complete terms.
on select 2024 and 2025 sailings
* TERMS AND CONDITIONS: All prices are per person in CAD for cruise only, based on double occupancy in category E stateroom and inclusive of port charges. Up to 20% Cruise Savings Offer valid on new FIT and Group reservations made between July 1 –September 30, 2024, for select 2024 and 2025 sailings; applies to base cruise fare only, excludes port charges (2024: C$285 for 7-night, C$407 for 10-night; 2025: C$305 for 7-night, C$435 for 10-night); and is valid for all stateroom categories. Up to 20% Cruise Savings applied to reservation after any eligible monetary discounts or credits; is not combinable with other promotions with exception of AirPlus Rates and Loyalty Benefits; and is subject to availability, capacity controls, and change or termination without notice. Stateroom upgrades, land packages, visas, airfares and gratuities additional. Solo travelers must pay an additional single supplement amount before receiving any discounts. AmaWaterways reserves the right to correct any errors or omissions at any time. Other restrictions apply; visit amawaterways.ca/save20 for complete details and terms. Registration as a seller of travel does not constitute approval by the State of California. CST#2065452-20
