Fly for Free
ON 2020 EUROPEAN RIVER CRUISES
Fly for Free
ON 2020 EUROPEAN RIVER CRUISES To celebrate our new 2020 European River Cruise Programme, you can enjoy complimentary return flights and overseas transfers. Choose from any of our 25 European itineraries across all dates in 2020 with fares from ÂŁ2,139 per person. Travel from any UK mainland, Belfast or Dublin airport, before being whisked straight to the ship for your luxurious river cruise. At the end of your holiday, join your complimentary transfer in time for your flight home.
To take advantage of this fantastic offer, book by 30th June 2019. We’ve highlighted some of our favourite itineraries over the next few pages. For full details of the 2020 programme and information about our brand new double-width ship, AmaMagna, visit our website or take a look at our 2020 Preview Brochure.
Welcome on board
...the highest rated fleet
At AmaWaterways, we love what we do — providing our guests with the best travel experiences possible. It’s a concept that permeates every aspect of our river cruises, from the design of our ships to the high levels of service we deliver to our guests. This attention to detail is recognised in the independent Berlitz River Cruising Guide. AmaWaterways’ ships earned six of the top ten positions and were awarded the overall highest rated fleet for the quality of accommodation, cuisine and service. The AmaWaterways experience starts with our ships. The majority of our award-winning fleet carries at most just 164 guests, with 196 on the AmaMagna, meaning larger staterooms and suites for you to relax in and the all important sun deck pool to soak up the views. Whichever river you choose to sail, you are sure to feel at home from the moment you step on board.
Features
OF YOUR EUROPEAN RIVER CRUISE SHIP: • Each year, we build innovative ships with new features and designs, such as staterooms with connecting doors, as well as triple accommodations for group and family travel • AmaWaterways was the first to offer Twin Balcony staterooms • All ships have a heated pool or whirlpool, with many offering a unique swim-up bar • Complimentary Wi-Fi on board • Services of a professional Cruise Manager throughout your cruise
Features
OF YOUR EUROPEAN RIVER CRUISE: • Fleetwide Wellness Programme with an onboard Host providing a variety of exercise classes and wellness discussions • Special Interest Tours - designed to give small groups the chance to be even more immersed in a destination with experiences such as a visit to a Belgian chocolatier to learn about their craft • We operate small excursion groups enabling you to connect more with your guide and your surroundings • A variety of excursion paces for speedy and more relaxed walkers
Active Discovery
... your choice to explore on shore
On an AmaWaterways river cruise, you don’t just pass through a destination — you experience it. Each one of our itineraries is carefully crafted to connect you to the heart of every place you visit. With small groups led by knowledgeable English-speaking guides, each tour ensures an intimate setting to discover the sights and landmarks as well as the local culture and history. Choose from one of several options — all of which are included in your cruise fare. There’s always a city tour designed to show the highlights and landmarks in grand capitals and charming villages alike. Have you already been to Nuremberg? Instead of taking the city tour, indulge in a bratwurst and beer tasting on one of our Special Interest Tours, which are specially designed to place you in the midst of local life. Are you looking for something more active? See the beautiful scenery of Austria’s Wachau Valley with a guided bike tour along the Danube. The choice is yours.
Savour the Flavours
...of multiple restaurants
Your taste buds are sure to be impressed with a range of delectable dining venues on board. Personalise your dining experience throughout your cruise and enjoy our world-class service for every meal - don’t be surprised when your waiter remembers how you like your eggs in the morning and what your wine of choice of is. Our expert chefs craft menus that feature exquisite, locallyinspired cuisine. From the spread of dishes both at the buffet and from the à la carte menu, experience delicious flavours from the regions you sail through. Dinner is a multi-course affair with wine recommendations that accompany visually stunning, delicious dishes. Try local favourites or something more familiar, from classic favourites, to health-conscious selections highlighted within your daily menus. For those wanting something more unique and experimental, The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant offers a wonderful and intimate tasting menu experience.
Features
OF YOUR EUROPEAN RIVER CRUISE: • AmaWaterways has been inducted into La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, a prestigious culinary society dedicated to fine cuisine • Watch the chef prepare your special multi-course meal right in front of you at The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant at no extra charge • Specially chosen regional wines are paired with each lunch & dinner, with our compliments • Sip & Sail cocktail hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
Included
ON YOUR EUROPEAN RIVER CRUISE
Luxurious Ships
• The Berlitz Guide’s Highest Rated Fleet in Europe • Deluxe cruise accommodation in your riverview stateroom or suite – most offering outside balconies • Entertainment On-Demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, movies, a music library and English-language TV channels • Complimentary Wi-Fi access on board • Cotton bathrobes, slippers, high quality bath and body products, with bottled water replenished daily
Active Discovery & Shore Excursions
• A choice of up to 4 complimentary guided shore excursions in every port, including Active Discovery hiking and biking tours • Complimentary bicycles for excursions or independent exploration • Additional Special Interest Tours • Wellness Programme with an onboard Wellness Host fleetwide • Onboard live entertainment, themed dinners and cooking demonstrations • Services of a professionally trained Cruise Manager throughout the cruise
Award-Winning Cuisine
• Regionally inspired cuisine with unlimited complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner on board and sparking wine at breakfast • The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant • Sip & Sail cocktail hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks • Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Dinner, Captain’s Cocktail and Gala Dinner • Variety of alternative dining options, including early-riser breakfasts, light lunches and a selection of complimentary tapas, refreshments and snacks
Tulip TIME
7-NIGHT CRUISE
AMSTERDAM ROUNDTRIP
FLY FOR FREE Dutch Windmill, Netherlands
Itinerary
Netherlands
Day 1
Embark Amsterdam
Netherlands
Day 2
Amsterdam & Hoorn
Netherlands
Day 3
Middelburg
Day 4
Ghent
HOORN
IJsselmeer Lake
ZAANDAM HAARLEM KEUKENHOF KINDERDIJK
AMSTERDAM SCHOONHOVEN
DELFT ROTTERDAM
Netherlands
MIDDELBURG
Belgium
Germany
BRUGES
Day 5
Antwerp
Day 6
Rotterdam, Kinderdijk & Schoonhoven Netherlands
Day 7
Amsterdam
Day 8
Disembark Amsterdam
Belgium
GHENT
Excursion Highlights
Netherlands Netherlands
Ships: AmaKristina, AmaPrima & AmaSerena
Belgium ANTWERP
• • • •
Learn about Belgian chocolate making in Ghent Guided bike tour of Antwerp Visit the Royal Delft Porcelain Factory & Museum Discover the Keukenhof Gardens in Amsterdam - a spectacular display of millions of flowering tulips
Fares from £2,213pp including flights & transfers MONTH March April May
WINDOW STATEROOM from
FRENCH BALCONY from
TWIN BALCONY from
SUITE from
£2,213
£2,657
£3,249
£4,657
£2,361
£2,731
£3,471
£4,879
£2,658
£3,398
£3,768
£5,176
All fares are per person, based on double occupancy and include cruise, roundtrip UK flights and transfers between airport & ship. Fares correct at time of going to print.
Enticing DOURO 7-NIGHT CRUISE PORTO ROUNDTRIP
FLY FOR FREE Traditional Ships in Porto, Portugal
Itinerary Spain RÉGUA
PINHÃO
BARCA D’ALVA
PORTO VEGA DE TERRÓN SALAMANCA
LAMEGO ENTRE-OS-RIOS
CASTELO RODRIGO
Excursion Highlights
Portugal • Visit the hilltop village of Castelo Rodrigo • Traditional flamenco show in Salamanca • Exclusive lunch at Quinta da Avessada, complete with entertainment and wine tasting • Guided hike and Port wine tasting in Porto
Day 1
Embark Porto
Day 2
Porto & Entre-os-Rios
Day 3
Régua & Pinhão Portugal
Day 4
Barca d’Alva
Portugal
Day 5
Vega Terrón
Spain
Day 6
Pinhão
Day 7
Régua & Porto
Day 8
Disembark Porto
Portugal Portugal
Portugal Portugal Portugal
Ships: AmaDouro & AmaVida
Fares from £2,510pp including flights & transfers MONTH March April May June July August September October November
WINDOW STATEROOM from
FRENCH BALCONY from
OUTSIDE BALCONY from
SUITE from £5,028
£2,510
£3,250
£3,620
£2,584
£3,324
£3,694
£5,102
£3,028
£3,768
£4,138
£5,546
£3,028
£3,768
£4,138
£5,546
£3,028
£3,768
£4,138
£5,546
£3,102
£3,842
£4,212
£5,620
£3,176
£3,916
£4,286
£5,694
£2,806
£3,546
£3,916
£5,324
£2,584
£3,324
£3,694
£5,102
All fares are per person, based on double occupancy and include cruise, roundtrip UK flights and transfers between airport & ship. Fares correct at time of going to print.
Captivating RHINE 7-NIGHT CRUISE
AMSTERDAM TO BASEL
(ALSO AVAILABLE IN REVERSE AS ENCHANTING RHINE)
FLY FOR FREE Cologne Cathedral, Germany
Itinerary
AMSTERDAM
Day 1
Embark Amsterdam
Day 2
Amsterdam
Day 3
Cologne
Germany
Netherlands
Netherlands RÜDESHEIM
Germany
Day 4
Rhine Gorge & Rüdesheim
Day 5
Ludwigshafen
Day 6
Strasbourg France
Day 7
Breisach
Day 8
Disembark Basel
COLOGNE
Belgium
Netherlands
France
Germany
LUDWIGSHAFEN LUX. SPEYER STRASBOURG
Germany
RIQUEWIHR BASEL
HEIDELBERG
BLACK FOREST BREISACH FREIBURG
Switzerland
Excursion Highlights
Germany Switzerland
Ships: AmaDante, AmaKristina, AmaMora, AmaSiena NEW FOR 2020 & AmaStella
• Kölsch beer tasting in a local tavern in Cologne Italy • Cruise through the castled-lined Rhine Gorge • Guided hike up Philosopher’s Path in Heidelberg • City tour of Strasbourg including the iconic “La Petite France” with its famous astronomical clock
Fares from £2,139pp including flights & transfers MONTH March April May June July August September October November
WINDOW STATEROOM from
FRENCH BALCONY from
TWIN BALCONY from
SUITE from
£2,139
£2,657
£3,249
£4,657
£2,361
£2,879
£3,546
£4,879
£2,806
£3,324
£3,916
£5,324
£2,880
£3,398
£3,990
£5,398
£2,880
£3,398
£3,990
£5,398
£2,880
£3,398
£3,990
£5,398
£3,102
£3,620
£4,212
£5,620
£2,732
£3,324
£3,916
£5,250
£2,510
£3,028
£3,620
£5,028
All fares are per person, based on double occupancy and include cruise, roundtrip UK flights and transfers between airport & ship. Fares correct at time of going to print.
Czech Republic
Austria
Melodies OF THE DANUBE 7-NIGHT CRUISE
BUDAPEST TO VILSHOFEN
(ALSO AVAILABLE IN REVERSE AS ROMANTIC DANUBE)
FLY FOR FREE Budapest Parliament Building, Hungary
Itinerary
Poland
Germany
Czech Republic ČESKÝ KRUMLOV
VILSHOFEN PASSAU SALZBURG
WEISSENKIRCHEN Slovakia DÜRNSTEIN KLOSTERNEUBURG
GREIN
BRATISLAVA
LINZ
MELK AUSTRIAN LAKE DISTRICT
VIENNA
Austria Austria
Embark Budapest
Day 2
Budapest
Hungary
Day 3
Bratislava
Slovakia
Day 4
Vienna
Day 5
Weissenkirchen, Dürnstein Strudengau Valley & Grein Austria
Day 6
Linz Austria
Day 7
Passau & Vilshofen
Day 8
Disembark Vilshofen
BUDAPEST
Hungary
Italy Slovenia
Day 1
Croatia
Excursion Highlights
• Budapest Illuminations Cruise • Vienna city tour including the majestic Opera House and St. Stephen’s Cathedral Bosnia & Herzegovina • Local wine and apricot treats tasting in Dürnstein • Exclusive Oktoberfest celebration in Vilshofen
Hungary
Austria
Germany Germany
Ships: AmaCerto, AmaLea, AmaMagna, AmaPrima, AmaSerena, AmaSonata & AmaViola
Fares from £2,213pp including flights & transfers MONTH March April May June July August September October November December
WINDOW STATEROOM from
FRENCH BALCONY from
TWIN BALCONY from
SUITE from
£2,213
£2,731
£3,323
£4,731
£2,361
£2,879
£3,471
£4,879
£2,658
£3,250
£3,768
£5,176
£2,880
£3,398
£3,990
£5,398
£2,880
£3,398
£3,990
£5,398
£2,880
£3,398
£3,990
£5,398
£3,102
£3,620
£4,212
£5,620
£2,732
£3,250
£3,842
£5,250
£2,436
£3,028
£3,546
£4,954
£2,584
£3,102
£3,694
£5,102
All fares are per person, based on double occupancy and include cruise, roundtrip UK flights and transfers between airport & ship. Fares correct at time of going to print.
Gems
OF SOUTHEAST EUROPE 7-NIGHT CRUISE
BUDAPEST TO GIURGIU (OR IN REVERSE)
FLY FOR FREE Poland
Sailing the Iron Gates, Serbia
Czech Republic Germany
Itinerary Day 1
Embark Budapest
Day 2
Budapest & Mohacs
Day 3
Vukovar & Ilok Croatia Novi Sad Serbia
Day 4 Day 5 Day 6
Hungary
Italy
Slovenia
Croatia
Iron Gates Vidin
BUDAPEST PÉCS
Romania
MOHÁCS
VUKOVAR NOVI SAD ILOK BELGRADE FRUSKA GORA NATIONAL PARK IRON GATES Bosnia & Herzegovina
Belgrade Serbia
Moldova
Hungary
Austria
Hungary
Ukraine
Slovakia
GIURGIU
Serbia VIDIN VELIKO TARNOVO
ROUSSE
Montenegro
Kosovo
Serbia
Macedonia
Excursion Highlights
Bulgaria
Albania
Day 7
Rousse
Day 8
Disembark Giurgiu
Bulgaria Romania
Ships: AmaCerto, AmaMagna & AmaPrima
Bulgaria Turkey
Greece
• Local wine tasting in the Croatian town of Ilok • House of Flowers - mausoleum of Marshal Tito who became the first President of Yugoslavia • Cruise through the awe-inspiring Iron Gates • Hike the rock formations of Belogradchik
Fares from £2,434pp including flights & transfers MONTH March April May June July August September October November
WINDOW STATEROOM from
FRENCH BALCONY from
TWIN BALCONY from
SUITE from
£2,434
£2,953
£3,323
£4,731
£2,510
£3,250
£3,620
£5,028
£2,880
£3,620
£3,990
£5,398
£2,880
£3,620
£3,990
£5,398
£2,880
£3,620
£3,990
£5,398
£2,880
£3,620
£3,990
£5,398
£3,102
£3,842
£4,212
£5,620
£2,806
£3,546
£3,916
£5,324
£2,584
£3,324
£3,694
£5,102
All fares are per person, based on double occupancy and include cruise, roundtrip UK flights and transfers between airport & ship. Fares correct at time of going to print.
20 20 R
OF THE RHINE & MOSELLE 7-NIGHT CRUISE
AMSTERDAM TO LUXEMBOURG
FLY FOR FREE Vineyards on the Moselle, Germany
AMSTERDAM
Germany
Netherlands COLOGNE
ine Rh
Belgium
LAHNSTEIN RÜDESHEIM
COCHEM BERNKASTEL
Lux.
MAINZ
Mo se lle
Itinerary Day 1
Embark Amsterdam
Day 2
Amsterdam
Day 3
Cologne Germany
Day 4
Rüdesheim
HEIDELBERG
LUXEMBOURG
Rh ine
N EW
FO
Vineyards
ExcursionFrance Highlights • Amsterdam Canal Cruise • Cologne city tour including the Gothic Cathedral Switzerland • Taste the traditional Rüdesheimer coffee in the charming town of Rüdesheim where it originates • Guided bike tour along the banks of the Moselle
Netherlands
Netherlands
Germany
Czech Republic
Day 5
Mainz & Lahnstein
Day 6
Mosellle Valley & Cochem
Day 7
Bernkastel
Germany Germany
Germany
Austria
Day 8
Disembark Luxembourg City
Luxembourg
Ship: AmaDante & AmaSiena NEW FOR 2020 Italy
Fares from £2,436pp including flights & transfers MONTH April May July August September
WINDOW STATEROOM from
FRENCH BALCONY from
TWIN BALCONY from
SUITE from
£2,436
£3,176
Not Available
£4,287
£2,880
£3,620
Not Available
£4,731
£2,880
£3,620
£3,990
£4,731
£2,880
£3,620
£3,990
£4,731
£3,102
£3,842
Not Available
£4,953
All fares are per person, based on double occupancy and include cruise, roundtrip UK flights and transfers between airport & ship. Fares correct at time of going to print.
Colours OF PROVENCE 7-NIGHT CRUISE LYON TO ARLES (OR IN REVERSE)
FLY FOR FREE Old Provence, France
Day 1
Embark Lyon
Day 2
Lyon France
Day 3
Vienne
France
Day 4
Vienne
France
Day 5
Tournon France
Day 6
Avignon France
Day 7
Arles
Day 8
Disembark Arles
Saô ne
Itinerary France
France
LYON TAIN-L’HERMITAGE e ôn Rh
NÎMES
Spain
France
COLLONGES VIENNE TOURNON GRIGNAN AVIGNON LES BAUX ARLES AIGUES-MORTES CAMARGUE
Excursion Highlights • Lyon Illuminations Cruise • Red wine and chocolate pairing in Tournon • The impressive Roman aqueduct, Pont du Gard, a UNESCO World Heritage Site • Legacy of Vincent van Gogh walking tour of Arles
France
Ship: AmaCello
Fares from £2,436pp including flights & transfers MONTH March April May June July August September October November
WINDOW STATEROOM from
FRENCH BALCONY from
SUITE from
£2,436
£3,176
£4,287
£2,658
£3,398
£4,361
£3,102
£3,842
£4,953
£3,102
£3,842
£4,953
£3,102
£3,842
£4,953
£3,102
£3,842
£4,953
£3,176
£3,916
£5,027
£2,806
£3,546
£4,657
£2,658
£3,398
£4,435
All fares are per person, based on double occupancy and include cruise, roundtrip UK flights and transfers between airport & ship. Fares correct at time of going to print.
Taste
OF BORDEAUX 7-NIGHT CRUISE
BORDEAUX ROUNDTRIP Se in
e
FLY FOR FREE France
Saô ne
Honfleur, France Saint Emilion Vineyard Sunrise, France
Itinerary
Rhône
BORDEAUX
Day 1
Embark Bordeaux
Day 2
Bordeaux & Libourne
Day 3
Libourne & Blaye
Day 4
Blaye & Bourg France
Day 5
Pauillac
Excursion Highlights
Day 6
Cadillac & Bordeaux
• Monolithic church and catacombs in Saint Émilion • Hike through Libourne’s renowned vineyards • Exclusive wine festival in Bourg - taste local wines and enjoy live French music and dancing • Bordeaux city tour and Wine Museum
Day 7
Bordeaux
Day 8
Disembark Bordeaux
La G
iro n
de
PAUILLAC
BLAYE BOURG LIBOURNE SAINT-ÉMILION Dordogne
BORDEAUX
CADILLAC Garonn
e
France France
France
France France
France France
Ship: AmaDolce
Fares from £2,657pp including flights & transfers MONTH March April May June July August September October November
WINDOW STATEROOM from
FRENCH BALCONY from
SUITE from
£2,657
£3,176
£4,287
£2,658
£3,398
£4,509
£3,102
£3,842
£4,953
£3,102
£3,842
£4,953
£3,102
£3,842
£4,953
£3,102
£3,842
£4,953
£3,176
£3,916
£5,027
£2,806
£3,546
£4,657
£2,584
£3,324
£4,435
All fares are per person, based on double occupancy and include cruise, roundtrip UK flights and transfers between airport & ship. Fares correct at time of going to print.
Staterooms & Suites ON YOUR EUROPEAN RIVER CRUISE
AmaMagna Suites
Category Grand Suite & Owner’s Suite Outside Balcony Suite ranging from 474 - 710 sq. ft. (24 - 33 sq. m.) The largest Suites on the rivers, AmaMagna Suites include large Outside Balconies, expansive bathrooms and a sitting & dining area.
Suites
Category Suite French Balcony & Outside Balcony Suite ranging from 255 - 350 sq. ft. (24 - 33 sq. m.) Suites feature added enhancements, including larger sitting area and expansive bathrooms complete with a bathtub and separate shower.
Twin Balcony Staterooms
Category BB, BA, AB, AA, AA+ French Balcony & Outside Balcony Stateroom ranging from 210 - 290 sq. ft. (20 - 27 sq. m.) Enjoy panoramic views and plenty of fresh air in our spacious Twin-Balcony staterooms that feature both a French balcony and an outside balcony.
French Balcony Staterooms
Category C, CB, CA, B, A & A+ French Balcony Stateroom ranging from 155 - 225 sq. ft. (14 - 21 sq. m.) Generous in space, relax inside and still let the light and breeze in with your floor-to-ceiling French Balcony.
Window Staterooms Category E & D Fixed Windows Stateroom ranging from 160 - 170 sq. ft. (15 - 16 sq. m.) Elegant in style, we have designed your ultimate retreat with every comfort and convenience in mind. Some Stateroom & Suite configurations differ, depending on your ship. Please see our website or brochure for Deck Plans.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS Fares are per person based on double occupancy of the lead Category, unless otherwise stated and include cruise, port charges, return flights from the UK and standard transfers (between airport and ship). Single cruise supplement applies for Solo guests. ‘Fly for Free’ promotion applies to European sailings between 15th March and 28th December 2020 only, with flights from UK Mainland, Belfast and Dublin (excluding Channels Islands and Isle of Man). Flight schedules and airlines are fully at the discretion of AmaWaterways and will be confirmed as soon as soon as airline schedules become available. Cancellations are subject to full loss of deposit (£270 per person) once flights have been confirmed. Fares and offers are subject to availability and may be changed or withdrawn at any time. Offers are valid on new bookings only made between 1st March 2019 and 30th June 2019. Terms & conditions apply. For full details visit www.amawaterways.co.uk or view our 2020 Europe & Asia Preview Brochure.
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