Get Into the Holiday Spirit Early With AmaWaterways’ ‘Taste of Christmas’ River Cruises in Europe
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With the winter holidays almost upon us, some travelers are already looking beyond them to the spring, when the days start growing brighter, when birdsongs are once more carried on the breeze, when flowers show their vivid colors as they blossom. With this seasonal rebirth comes an excellent time to embark on an award-winning AmaWaterways luxury river spring cruise. Here are just a few reasons to plan your next vacation on board one of these seasonal journeys.
Savor Seasonal Delicacies
On an AmaWaterways spring seasonal cruise, you will savor the seasonal specialties on board with cuisine made with farm-to-table fresh ingredients, all sourced from local farmers that reside around the ports you visit. Plus, on AmaWaterways journeys through Europe, guests can also dine at the specialty Chef’s Table Restaurant, a multi-course fine dining experience. With AmaWaterways’ commitment to bringing guests an exceptional culinary experience on board, you are sure to have a delicious time!
Return to the Outdoors
With warm weather returning in spring, many find this to be the perfect time to start exploring the outdoors again. With up to eight included excursions a day on select itineraries to choose from, you can participate in a variety of activities, from a verdant hike through the famous Vienna Woods to a guided bike tour along France’s Seine River. For those who prefer less active excursions, they can delight in experiences such as a ride in a gondola to the Niederwalddenkmal Statue in Rüdesheim, taking in the vineyards and picturesque views of the Rhine River below. On each AmaWaterways’ Spring seasonal cruise itinerary, there are a variety of immersive activities that cater to many levels of mobility, interests and tastes – so you will find many special tours that speak to you.
Glimpse Gorgeous Gardens
Rivers bring life-giving water while nature awakens as the season changes – and gliding along the rivers on idyllic cruises brings you to beautiful sights. AmaWaterways’ Tulip Time itinerary is designed to showcase the wonders of spring through the Netherlands and Belgium. Alongside the iconic tulips gardens of Keukenhof, also known as the “Garden of Europe,” this river cruise takes you to the vibrant tulip fields of Flevoland as well as the annual Floralia Flower Show held in Antwerp. Around every bend in the river reside alluring sights and immersive experiences that display the beauty of this spectacular season.
Plus, the new year also brings with it all-new destinations and excursions on this well-loved itinerary, such as a trip to the charming village of Giethoorn, known as “Dutch Venice,” or a tour of Zierikzee, a medieval harbor town brimming with delights. If this is your first time embarking on a Tulip Time river cruise with AmaWaterways or you have enjoyed this itinerary in the past, exciting new adventures await you either way!
Complimentary Land Package Offer
AmaWaterways has always offered the luxury of more: more personal space, more included experiences and more onboard amenities. Now you can enjoy the luxury of more time to explore during your river cruise vacation with our Complimentary Land Package offer!
Reserve your 2025 or 2026 river cruise that extends your journey up to four additional nights in a destination like Budapest, Amsterdam, Champagne or the French Riviera!
Complimentary Land Package + Reduced Airfare
- From January 2-March 31, 2025, new reservations for a select AmaWaterways Spring seasonal cruise will receive a complimentary 2-, 3-, or 4-night land package to explore a fascinating destination either before or after select 2025 and 2026 Europe river cruises!
- Combinable with: AirPlus fixed rates on airfare starting at $899 per person, $100 Loyalty Savings and Benefits, Referral Savings, curated Grand River Cruises and Combination Cruise Savings, and Future Cruise Benefits – a great value on your entire journey.
More than 18 land packages are available, but space will fill fast.
CRUISE THE DANUBE:
EMBARKATION/DIRECTION/CHOOSE PRE- OR POST-LAND PACKAGE
15 Mar
AmaMora – Vilshofen to Budapest
PRE 3 nights Prague
*****
22 Mar
AmaViola – Roundtrip Budapest
PRE 2 nights Budapest
*****
22 Mar
AmaMora – Budapest to Vilshofen
PRE 2 nights Budapest
OR
POST 3 nights Prague
*****
24 Mar
AmaVerde – Giurgiu to Vilshofen
PRE 2 nights Bucharest & 2 nights Brasov
OR
POST 3 nights Prague
*****
29 Mar
AmaViola
Roundtrip Budapest
PRE 2 nights Budapest
*****
29 Mar
AmaLea – Budapest to Vilshofen
PRE 2 nights Budapest
OR
POST 3 nights Prague
*****
30 Mar
AmaMagna – Vilshofen to Budapest
PRE 3 nights Prague
OR
POST 2 nights Budapest
*****
2 Apr
AmaSonata – Budapest to Vilshofen
PRE 2 nights Budapest
OR
POST 3 nights Prague
*****
5 Apr
AmaViola
Roundtrip Budapest
PRE 2 nights Budapest
*****
6 Apr
AmaMagna – Budapest to Vilshofen
PRE 2 nights Budapest
OR
POST 3 nights Prague
*****
9 Apr
AmaSonata – Vilshofen to Budapest
PRE 3 nights Prague
28 May
AmaReina – Roundtrip Budapest
PRE 2 nights Budapest
CRUISE THE LOIRE:
EMBARKATION/DIRECTION/CHOOSE PRE- OR POST-LAND PACKAGE
13 Mar
AmaDolce – Roundtrip Bordeaux
PRE 2 nights Bilbao & 2 nights San Sebastian
OR
POST 2 nights Loire Valley & 1 night Paris
*****
27 Mar
AmaDolce – Roundtrip Bordeaux
PRE 2 nights Bilbao & 2 nights San Sebastian
OR
POST 2 nights Loire Valley & 1 night Paris
*****
24 Apr
AmaDolce – Roundtrip Bordeaux
PRE 2 nights Bilbao & 2 nights San Sebastian
OR
POST 2 nights Loire Valley & 1 night Paris
*****
22 May
AmaDolce – Roundtrip Bordeaux
PRE 2 nights Bilbao & 2 nights San Sebastian
OR
POST 2 nights Loire Valley & 1 night Paris
*****
19 Jun
AmaDolce – Roundtrip Bordeaux
PRE 2 nights Bilbao & 2 nights San Sebastian
OR
POST 2 nights Loire Valley & 1 night Paris
CRUISE THE RHINE:
13 Mar
AmaSerena – Roundtrip Amsterdam
PRE 2 nights Amsterdam
*****
15 Mar
AmaStella – Roundtrip Amsterdam
PRE 2 nights Amsterdam
*****
17 Mar
AmaVenita – Roundtrip Amsterdam
PRE 2 nights Amsterdam
19 Mar
AmaCerto – Roundtrip Amsterdam
PRE 2 nights Amsterdam
*****
20 Mar
AmaSerena – Roundtrip Amsterdam
PRE 2 nights Amsterdam
*****
These sailings werre added as part of “Summer Savings” – book by March 31, 2025.
| Best of the Danube | AmaReina | 7 | Jul 2 | Jul 9 | |
| Best of the Danube | AmaReina | 7 | Aug 13 | Aug 20 | |
| Best of the Danube | AmaReina | 7 | Aug 20 | Aug 27 | |
| Best of the Danube (Celebration of Music) | AmaReina | 7 | Jul 9 | Jul 16 | |
| Essence of Burgundy & Provence | AmaCello | 7 | Aug 7 | Aug 14 | |
| Essence of Burgundy & Provence | AmaCello | 7 | Aug 14 | Aug 21 | |
| Europe’s Rivers & Castles | AmaPrima | 7 | Jul 30 | Aug 6 | |
| Flavors of Burgundy | AmaCello | 7 | Jul 31 | Aug 7 | |
| Impressions of the Seine & Paris | AmaDante | 7 | Jul 26 | Aug 2 | |
| Impressions of the Seine & Paris | AmaDante | 7 | Aug 16 | Aug 23 | |
| Impressions of the Seine & Paris | AmaDante | 7 | Aug 23 | Aug 30 | |
| Magna on the Danube | AmaMagna | 7 | Aug 3 | Aug 10 | |
| Melodies of the Danube | AmaReina | 7 | Jul 16 | Jul 23 | |
| Melodies of the Danube | AmaSonata | 7 | Jul 23 | Jul 30 | |
| Melodies of the Danube | AmaReina | 7 | Jul 30 | Aug 6 | |
| Melodies of the Danube | AmaBella | 7 | Aug 4 | Aug 11 | |
| Melodies of the Danube | AmaSonata | 7 | Aug 6 | Aug 13 | |
| Melodies of the Danube | AmaLea | 7 | Aug 16 | Aug 23 | |
| Melodies of the Danube | AmaVerde | 7 | Aug 18 | Aug 25 | |
| Melodies of the Danube | AmaSonata | 7 | Aug 20 | Aug 27 | |
| Paris & Normandy | AmaDante | 7 | Aug 2 | Aug 9 | |
| Paris & Normandy | AmaLyra | 7 | Aug 7 | Aug 14 | |
| Romantic Danube | AmaReina | 7 | Jul 23 | Jul 30 | |
| Romantic Danube | AmaVerde | 7 | Jul 28 | Aug 4 | |
| Romantic Danube | AmaSonata | 7 | Jul 30 | Aug 6 | |
| Vineyards of the Rhine & Moselle | AmaCerto | 7 | Aug 20 | Aug 27 |
Terms & Conditions: All rates are per person in USD for cruise only, inclusive of port charges, based on double occupancy in Category E stateroom, and includes one complimentary eligible Land Package per person on the reservation. Complimentary Land Package offer is valid on new FIT and Group reservations made March 31 – June 30, 2025; applies to select 2025 and 2026 Europe sailings. Tour Operators are eligible; additional restrictions apply. Certain sailings and/or land packages may not be available due to special local events. Not all advertised Land Packages are eligible for this offer – details advised at the time of booking. Additional land packages associated with the itineraries mentioned are also available at an additional cost. Complimentary Land is only valid with the purchase of a participating cruise at full fare. Hotel to/from ship transfer is included with eligible complimentary land package. Airport arrival and departures transfers are not included but may be purchased at an additional cost. Offer is combinable with AirPlus Rates, Combination Cruise Savings, Referral Savings, Loyalty Savings and Future Cruise Benefit Program. Solo Travelers must pay full cruise fare, inclusive of full fare single supplement rates, in order to receive complimentary land on eligible land packages. Offer is not applicable to travel advisors and does not apply to industry rates or other offers deemed by AmaWaterways. We will seek to use hotels listed (if any) on your confirmation. Changes may be necessary; therefore, hotel brand name listed on invoice is not guaranteed. An effort will be made to substitute similar hotels, but the level of similarity may vary. When possible, AmaWaterways will book guests traveling together on conjunction bookings in the same hotel if the requests are made. All requests are subject to availability. AmaWaterways will provide the confirmed details for the hotel approximately 3-4 weeks prior to departure, when Digital Travel Documents are available. Must request promo code FREELAND-PRE or FREELAND-POST at time of booking for double occupancy. Other optional land packages, visas, airfares and gratuities are additional. Offer is not combinable with any other promotions/discounts, limited to availability, capacity controlled and subject to change or termination without notice. AmaWaterways reserves the right to correct any errors or omissions at any time. Other restrictions apply. Registration as a seller of travel does not constitute approval by the State of California. For full terms and conditions, please visit www.amawaterways.com/terms-conditions CST#2065452-20.
Book by June 30, 2025.
While this offer has expired, we invite you to learn more about AmaWaterways’ springtime river cruises and other offers by contacting My Journey Begins Travel. We will book you at the largest discount prevailing at the time of your booking.
This article originaly appeared in TravelPulse.