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Nothing quite elevates an occasion to a celebration, sparks a conversation or transforms a meal from ordinary to elegant quite like wine. We treat our guests to a wonderful selection of regional wines on every sailing throughout Europe – but during our designated Celebration of Wine River Cruises , we delve deeper, offering special experiences on board and on shore enhanced by an expert Wine Host. Whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or simply uncork a bottle every now and then, we warmly welcome you to join us for an enriching and unforgettable journey.
A Celebration of Wine
SAVE UP TO 20 % ON SELECT WINE RIVER CRUISES THROUGH EUROPE!
Dürnstein, Austria
Go Beyond the Bottle Immerse yourself in wine with all your senses: inhale the aromas and taste distinctive flavors at renowned cellars, feel the breeze on your skin while biking through vineyards and listen as experienced vintners share historic winemak- ing techniques. With Celebration of Wine River Cruises still available in 2024 and more than 80 departures in 2025, you can discover Europe’s wine regions in spring, summer or autumn.
Included In Your Celebration of Wine River Cruise In addition to our signature exquisite locally sourced cuisine, up to eight included daily excursions and a daily complimentary Sip & Sail cocktail hour, you will: » Enjoy special wine-themed excursions and onboard wine tastings led by your Wine Host » Connect with artisans and vintners within the same fields in which their ancestors toiled » Indulge in an unforgettable dinner designed to heighten the relationship between food and wine Did you know we serve mocktails as well as non-alcoholic wine and beer on board our ships in Europe?
Bordeaux region, France
Contact your preferred travel advisor to save up to 20% on any of the following dates or ask about our full list of Wine Cruise departures in 2024 and 2025. Join Us For a Celebration of Wine River Cruise
Pedal through historic vineyards
Our Celebration of Wine River Cruises journey through the heart of Europe’s most celebrated wine regions, from France’s acclaimed Bordeaux and Burgundy regions to Austria’s Wachau Valley, Portugal’s Douro Valley, Germany’s famed Moselle region and beyond. Here is just a sampling of what you might experience along European rivers in select wine regions.
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Cruise with the Heinsens: October 30, 2024 Medieval Treasures Wine Cruise
2024 Medieval Treasures 7-nt Basel - Nuremberg cruise Romantic Danube 7-nt Vilshofen - Budapest cruise Treasures of the Main & Rhine 7-nt Nuremberg - Amsterdam cruise Captivating Rhine 7-nt Amsterdam - Basel cruise Melodies of the Danube 7-nt Budapest - Vilshofen cruise Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps 7-nt Basel - Amsterdam cruise Europe's Rivers & Castles 7-nt Nuremberg - Luxembourg cruise Melodies of the Danube 7-nt Budapest - Vilshofen cruise Enchanting Rhine 7-nt Basel - Amsterdam cruise
Element 79 Vineyards El Dorado Country, CA
Oct 30 AmaCerto $4,123 $3,623 Les & Sharon Heinsen Element 79 Vineyards Nov 6 AmaSonata $4,023 $3,273 Jamie Peterson Peterson Winery Nov 6 AmaCerto $4,023 $3,263 Per Nilsen Nov 7 AmaSiena $4,023 $3,273 Scott & Michelle Willoughby Seebass Family Wines Nilsen Estate Family Vineyard
Burgundy Since Roman times, the Saône and Rhône rivers have created favorable conditions for grape cultivation, particularly those of the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay varieties. Our excursions in this region include a visit to the Hôtel-Dieu, a present-day museum where you can taste Côte de Beaune wines; a visit to Château du Clos de Vougeot, a unique wall-enclosed vineyard; and the opportunity to visit a château in the famed “Birthplace of Mustard,” Dijon. Wine Cruise Itineraries: Provence Within Provence's prized Rhône Valley, depending on the itinerary, you may learn to pair red wine with chocolates; sample Rosés; sip Hermitage, King Louis XIII’s wine of choice; and even taste Châteauneuf-du-Pape, favored by the Popes of the Roman Catholic Church during the 14th century. In addition to historic walking tours, you can also hike to Vienne’s Mount Pipet and hunt for truffles alongside a canine companion – all with AmaWaterways’ compliments. Wine Cruise Itineraries: Colors of Provence Essence of Burgundy & Provence Flavors of Burgundy (new for 2024) Essence of Burgundy & Provence
Austria’s Wachau Valley The charming Wachau Valley has gained worldwide recognition for its Grüner Veltliner white grape variety. These coveted vines range from acidic and zesty in their youth to complex and nutty as they age. Our Wine Cruise itineraries include a tour of the Schloss Gobelsburg cellar in Krems where you will learn about traditional winemaking practices; a tasting of Weissenkirchen’s famed apricot wines; and even a visit to historic Burg
Sip, savor and save with up to 20% off* select Celebration of Wine River Cruises reserved by September 30, 2024 – combinable with our AirPlus fixed rates on airfare. Fly to Europe and enjoy a seamless transfer to your land package hotel or ship. Then, unpack once, swirl your glass, and take in the breathtaking European landscapes that slowly drift by your balcony.
Born and raised in North Dakota with rich farming backgrounds, Les had a long career in the insurance industry while Sharon had a strong background in hospitality. After Les retired, he went from nurturing people to nurturing grape vines. Together, the couple creates exclusive wines with extraordinary practices seldom utilized by wineries in California.
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AmaVerde $3,923 $3,673 Rob & Paula Campbell-Taylor Graveyard Vineyards AmaSerena $3,923 $3,553 David & Krista Lauer Bryn Mawr Vineyards
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Nov 13 AmaPrima $3,923 $3,553 Robert Brown (Kathy Gilstrap) Texas Hills Vineyard Nov 13 AmaSonata $3,923 $3,673 Christine Vrooman Ankida Ridge Vineyards Nov 14 AmaSiena $3,823 $3,463 Brice & Sarah Garrett Serrano Wine Nov 14 AmaKristina $4,023 $3,773 Frederick & Maryclaire Frank Dr. Konstantin Frank Wine Cellars Nov 18 ❄ AmaVerde $3,723 $3,023 Sean O'Keefe Mari Vineyards Nov 21 AmaKristina $4,023 $3,643 Colleen & Seb Hardy Living Roots Wine
David & Krista Lauer VP of Sales & Marketing
Cruise with David and Krista: November 11, 2024 Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps Wine Cruise
Colors of Provence 7-nt Arles - Lyon cruise
Clam on select itineraries. Wine Cruise Itineraries: Magna on the Danube Melodies of the Danube Romantic Danube
and VP of Hospitality Bryn Mawr Vineyards Salem, OR
Romantic Danube 7-nt Vilshofen - Budapest cruise
Colors of Provence 7-nt Lyon - Arles cruise
2025 Essence of Burgundy & Provence 7-nt Arles - Port of Dijon cruise Enchanting Rhine 7-nt Basel - Amsterdam cruise Taste of Bordeaux 7-nt cruise roundtrip from Bordeaux Flavors of Burgundy 7-nt Port of Dijon - Lyon cruise Romantic Danube 7-nt Vilshofen - Budapest cruise Romantic Danube 7-nt Vilshofen - Budapest cruise Gems of Southeast Europe 7-nt Giurgiu - Budapest cruise Taste of Bordeaux 7-nt cruise roundtrip from Bordeaux Flavors of Burgundy 7-nt Lyon - Port of Dijon cruise Colors of Provence 7-nt Arles - Lyon cruise
David Lauer worked summers in the family vineyard and joined the winery full-time in 2014. From stints as a forklift driver to his current role, he has developed an understanding of the wine industry from grape to glass. Krista rejoined the family business in 2022 where she is focused on the Tasting Room and events as well as brainstorming new opportunities for engagement.
Mar 13 AmaCello $3,939 $3,199 Peter Kerr
Gourmet Wine Getaways
Mar 20 AmaSiena $3,439 $3,119 Kathy Joseph Fiddlehead Cellars Mar 20 AmaDolce $4,039 $3,279 Angela Summers Saffron Fields Vineyard Mar 20 AmaCello $4,039 $3,849 Paul & Merrill Bonariggo Messina Hof Winery Mar 24 AmaBella $3,539 $3,289 Rebecca Sciandri Griffin Sciandri Family Vineyards Mar 29 AmaMora $3,539 $3,374 Layne Montgomery M2 Wines Mar 31 AmaBella $3,539 $3,374 Ed & Adam Sbragia Sbragia Family Vineyards Apr 17 AmaKristina $4,639 $4,419 Aurora “Rori” Coria Coria Estates Apr 17 AmaDolce $4,639 $3,759 Pam Adkins & Julie Bulrice Adrice Wines Apr 24 AmaCello $4,739 $4,289 Noah Fox Reed Tinte Cellars
Provence, France
Bordeaux In the corner of southwestern France, the Garonne and Dordogne rivers merge to form the Gironde Estuary that naturally divides the famous Bordeaux region into its Left and Right banks. Among our included excursions, you can pedal through Saint Émilion and its famous vineyards; attend an exclusive wine festival in Bourg; sample the highly prized golden-hued wines of the Sauternes wine region; and immerse your senses in wine at the impressive Cité du Vin museum. Wine Cruise Itineraries: Taste of Bordeaux
Dedicated Wine Hosts Typically hailing from a North American winery, a knowledgeable Wine Host will bring their bottles on board to compare New-World and Old-World wines. Guided by their passion and expertise, you will enhance your palate through onboard tastings and a specially paired dinner while delighting in the unparalleled service and exclusive experiences only AmaWaterways provides.
Frederick Frank President Dr. Konstantin Frank Wine Cellars Hammondsport, NY
Cruise with Frederick: November 14, 2024 Colors of Provence Wine Cruise
Under Frederick’s leadership, Dr. Frank’s winery has flourished: the wines are now sold in more than 30 states, the winery draws 70,000 visitors annually, and their Riesling has been poured on numerous occasions in the White House. Fred, the winery and its wines have been featured in such publications as the Wall Street Journal, Wine & Spirits Magazine and the New York Times .
*All prices are per person in USD for cruise only, based on double occupancy in category E stateroom and are inclusive of port charges (2024: $224; 2025: $240). Up to 20% Cruise Savings off applies to total cruise fare, excluding port charges. ❄ 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.
Rüdesheim, Germany
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