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Enjoy the sweet life aboard AmaDolce. Your experience starts in your elegantly appointed stateroom, where Entertainment-On-Demand and soothing bath and body products bring you the ultimate in comfort before your cozy bed envelops you in sweet dreams. The Main Lounge is tinged with reds and pinks that complement the distinctive red wines of Bordeaux, a region this ship currently calls home as it cruises along the Garonne and Dordogne rivers and Gironde Estuary. Warm caramel and honey-colored tones adorn the room while a French balcony—available in most staterooms—allows you to indulge in scenic views. Follow your nose to the Main Restaurant or clink glasses in the bar, where rich, chocolate-hued woods bring beauty to the backdrop of your every craving. The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant is the cherry on top of an already exquisite culinary experience on board that includes lunch and dinners paired with unlimited wine, beer and soft drinks. And should you wish to stay active, a Sun Deck walking track, fitness room and a fleet of onboard bicycles are ready and waiting to assist you on your wellness journey.
Our first river cruise was an enlightening experience. With two ocean cruises in our past, we were skeptical of the significant cost difference between a river and ocean cruise but soon realized you do get what you pay for. Far more intimate service, better food, and attentiveness on excursions. AmaWaterways is top notch and we couldn't say enough positive things about our cruise manager, Cesario. He was with our tour from the day we arrived to the day we departed the airport to come home. The ship's staff were all extremely courteous and we had zero problems making requests and getting immediate response. We opted for the land package on either end of the cruise which I highly recommend. Provides a little jet-lag recover on the front-end and extends the pleasure slightly on the back-end. We've already placed a deposit on our next Ama river cruise and would be hard pressed to go back to an ocean going cruise after this last experience. Excursions were expertly led by local guides and were all extremely related to both the theme of the cruise (wine) and the history of the region. Just do it!
The best rating I can give is for our tour manager, Jorge. Jorge was always very aware of every detail and everyone, never hesitating to insure all was as it should be, etc. He had a wonderful and cheerful disposition, kind and fun with everyone. We were not aware of the long bus rides we would take after disembarking and continuing on to the Loure Valley, it was never noted, and we did not like being on a bus for many hours at a time. We loved the before tour in Bilbao and San Sabastian - highly recommend, but not so much the Loure Valley bus tours. Too many details of each castle, etc. The hotel at CDG was excellent and a perfect and easy location for departure the next day. The bathroom in our room (same in all rooms) was very small, there was very little space for toiletries. The closet was spacious; the bed was comfortable. The cleaning crew were friendly, excellent and a great shout out to the hairdresser on our cruise, he was extremely talented. The captain and manager and all the staff were all attentive and kind.
The chef provided the most Amazing food. The provided wine is from local markets. Would love to find some of the wine served on board when I returned home. The chefs restaurant is a culinary experience. Exceptional service from every level of staff. . Friendly staff went out of their way to ensure an outstanding vacation. Local entertainment got the entire bar hopping. The provided excursions offer a great choice of Multiple options. The small capacity allows for interaction of other passengers and making new friends to socialize with through out the trip. Cabins are small so don’t except a lavish room. But with the little time you spend in your cabin, it doesn’t matter. This was My 3rd trip with AMA Waterways and their service never disappoints. Have another trip already planned and I can’t wait to experience another part of France with AMA Waterways. Just love this form of travel.
Everything was great on this cruise. It was my second AMA cruise. The first was with my family and this one was with friends. We got to the boat about 10:00 and left our bags and went into the town of Bordeaux for lunch and shopping. We got back in time for the happy hour at 6. Every day they have a happy hour called Sip and Sail. It includes several free cocktails. At 5:45, the cruise director will fill you in on itinerary for that night and the next day. The excursions were very good and we went to several wineries but you could do other things as well. They also have a winemaker from the US on board the boat. Ours was from Oregon and her wines were excellent. She even gave each cabin a bottle. She held a couple workshops on the boat. Food was great as well as the wines that went with each dinner. On the day we left, we were able to keep our luggage on board until our train time. There is an easy to take tram right in front of the boat. We went back into Bordeaux for a couple more hours. It is a nice size town, not big like Paris but not small either. Make sure to visit the wine museum as well. We loved all of the staff we met and they couldn’t do enough for you. I highly recommend AMA and this particular cruise.
First time on AMA after several Viking River Cruises. AMA feels posher and travelers more sophisticated. Included tour options were very good and offered variety from slow paced walkers to advanced cycling. Food was good to occasionally exceptional. Dining room service was disappointing. Included wines were very drinkable. I agree with prior reviews that the featured wine expert on board was all about promoting his product. Veranda cabin is tight with minimal storage space. If I go again, I'll pack lighter and more casual. Reasonable value for the cost. We somehow failed to find the "gratuities included" booking option and found the last minute appeal for tips, especially for the cruise manager (!) unseemly. Evening entertainment is minimal. Also did the pre-cruise to Bilbao and San Sebastian which was attended by 24 people while the passenger count on the cruise was 72. The pre-cruise was very well done, nice hotels, good tours, excellent transfers.
Our first river cruise was an enlightening experience. With two ocean cruises in our past, we were skeptical of the significant cost difference between a river and ocean cruise but soon realized you do get what you pay for. Far more intimate service, better food, and attentiveness on excursions. AmaWaterways is top notch and we couldn't say enough positive things about our cruise manager, Cesario. He was with our tour from the day we arrived to the day we departed the airport to come home. The ship's staff were all extremely courteous and we had zero problems making requests and getting immediate response. We opted for the land package on either end of the cruise which I highly recommend. Provides a little jet-lag recover on the front-end and extends the pleasure slightly on the back-end. We've already placed a deposit on our next Ama river cruise and would be hard pressed to go back to an ocean going cruise after this last experience. Excursions were expertly led by local guides and were all extremely related to both the theme of the cruise (wine) and the history of the region. Just do it!
The best rating I can give is for our tour manager, Jorge. Jorge was always very aware of every detail and everyone, never hesitating to insure all was as it should be, etc. He had a wonderful and cheerful disposition, kind and fun with everyone. We were not aware of the long bus rides we would take after disembarking and continuing on to the Loure Valley, it was never noted, and we did not like being on a bus for many hours at a time. We loved the before tour in Bilbao and San Sabastian - highly recommend, but not so much the Loure Valley bus tours. Too many details of each castle, etc. The hotel at CDG was excellent and a perfect and easy location for departure the next day. The bathroom in our room (same in all rooms) was very small, there was very little space for toiletries. The closet was spacious; the bed was comfortable. The cleaning crew were friendly, excellent and a great shout out to the hairdresser on our cruise, he was extremely talented. The captain and manager and all the staff were all attentive and kind.
Every feature in an AmaWaterways stateroom was thoughtfully conceived with the comfort of their guests in mind. The staterooms start at 160 square feet, and suites can be as large as 350 square feet, giving you more space to sit back and relax in between meals and explorations. Artfully crafted to a first-class standard, each room is equipped with innovative designs, plush bedding, multi-jet shower-heads, and many other special touches that make you feel like you’re getting the royal treatment. Most of the staterooms have a balcony — or two — so you can enjoy stunning views of the magnificent sights along the river’s edge.
Savour exquisite cuisine at a variety of dining venues, like the Main Restaurant and The Chef’s Table. You can also order delicious tapas between meals in the Main Lounge.
Your river cruise with AmaWaterways will be a luxurious experience from start to finish. Customise how you explore Europe with a variety of included shore excursions and flexible tour options.
With fewer passengers on board, guests can enjoy the luxury of space — our public areas, like lounges and restaurants, are never overcrowded.
With a walking track on the Sun Deck, a fitness room and a fleet of onboard bicycles to use on your own or on one of the many guided bike tours, as well as healthy menu choices, you’ll have everything needed to stay active and healthy while sailing Europe’s great rivers.
Please note: this ship does not feature any children's facilities.
