AmaCello, 7 Night Flavors of Burgundy Wine Cruise ex Lyon, France to St Jean de Losne, France

Day 1
Embark your ship

Day 2
Beaujolais Wine Tasting Lyon City Tour OR Les Halles Market Tour OR Lyon Bike Tour

Day 3
Bike Ride to Tournus OR Cluny Excursion Scenic Cruising from Macon to Tournus OR Maconnais Wine Tasting OR Mâcon City Tour

Day 4
Tournus city tour & Abbey of Saint Philibert visit OR Château Cormatin Excursion OR Medieval Branconian Excursion Scenic Cruising from Tournus to Chalon-sur-Saône OR Chalonnaise Wine Tasting OR Bike Ride to Chalon-sur-Saône

Day 5
Chalon-Sur-Saone Guided Bike Tour OR Chalon-sur-Saône bike tour Cruise from Chalon-Sur-Saone to Seurre OR Nuits-Saint-George Wine Tasting

Day 6
Beaune Excursion OR Art du Tonneau Cooperage Experience OR Seurre Walking Tour Onboard Wine Lecture OR Bike Ride from Seurre to St Jean de Losne

Day 7
Dijon City Tour OR Château d’Arcelot visit OR Bike along the Saone

Day 8
Disembark your ship

This spectacular 144-passenger ship features spacious staterooms, most with French Balconies, whirlpool, Internet/WiFi access and more.

Their Story Proudly celebrating more than 21 years on the river, family-owned and operated AmaWaterways was founded in 2002 by three families; however, their river cruise story began well before that. Co-Founder and President Rudi Schreiner was born in Vienna, at the heart of the Danube. His love of design drew him to architecture, but his even greater love of travel drew him to places far and wide. In 1975, he travelled to South America for a journalism assignment on the Amazon. It was here he designed his first ship, using what he could find to build a raft that would take him up and down the river during the next 7 months. Soon thereafter, he started working in travel, creating unique tour experiences in Europe.

A Turning Point Rudi started the North American operations for many of today’s major river cruise companies, developing itineraries and ships that would become the templates for what we know river cruising to be today. After years of success as a driving force in the industry, Rudi decided to start his own venture — one that would provide guests with a higher standard of luxury travel by river. That’s when he teamed up with Co-Owners and Co-Founders Kristin Karst and Jimmy Murphy to start AmaWaterways.

In 2016, Rudi was inducted into the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) Hall of Fame and was honoured with their Lifetime Achievement Award for his years of devotion to the river cruising industry.

A Team of Pioneers Kristin was born in Germany and brings extensive experience in travel, river cruising and customer service to the company in her role as Executive Vice President. Jimmy Murphy was a brilliant travel entrepreneur, having built Brendan Vacations, one of the most successful tour operators in the U.S. Jimmy’s son, Gary, who also played a major part at Brendan, took on an executive sales role at AmaWaterways. Together with Rudi, a true team of pioneers emerged.

The Story Continues From the beginning, their goal was to create a river cruise company that they themselves would enjoy. To then, that meant the highest-quality, locally sourced food and wine; elegantly appointed ships with staterooms offering maximum views to enjoy the ever-changing countryside; and a crew who goes above and beyond, treating every guest like they are part of THEIR family.

With that in mind, for two wonderful decades, they have been building one-of-a-kind ships with added comforts and conveniences ranging from our signature view-enhancing twin balconies to the Chef’s Table specialty restaurant to their award-winning AmaMagna – redefining the river cruise experience. They continue to lead the way in innovation, pioneering the first sailings on Colombia’s Magdalena River in 2025. As they look ahead to the future, they are more committed than ever to offering innovative and sustainable ways for their guests to experience the rich culture and history found along the banks of the world’s most iconic rivers.

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AmaCello - Piano Deck

AmaCello - Cello Deck

AmaCello - Violin Deck

AmaCello - Sun Deck

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Single - French Balcony Stateroom

Located on Cello Deck. French Balcony, 140 sq ft. All staterooms have AmaWaterways’ exclusive Entertainment On Demand system, including complimentary Internet access, first run Hollywood movies and music library
Flat-screen Televisions with local and satellite channels
In room safe, hair dryer, ample closet space and direct dial telephone
Hotel-style white on white, plush bedding and terry bathrobes
Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
Individually controlled air-conditioning

Suite

Located on Violin Deck. French Balcony, 255 sq ft.
Our extra spacious Suites are 255 sq. ft. with French Balconies and Floor-to-ceiling Windows
Suites have enhanced sitting area with couch, mini bar and large bathroom with separate bathtub All staterooms have AmaWaterways’ exclusive Entertainment On Demand system, including complimentary Internet access, first run Hollywood movies and music library
Flat-screen Televisions with local and satellite channels
In room safe, hair dryer, ample closet space and direct dial telephone
Hotel-style white on white, plush bedding and terry bathrobes
Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
Individually controlled air-conditioning

A - French Balcony Stateroom

Located on Violin Deck. French Balcony, 170 sq ft. All staterooms have AmaWaterways’ exclusive Entertainment On Demand system, including complimentary Internet access, first run Hollywood movies and music library
Flat-screen Televisions with local and satellite channels
In room safe, hair dryer, ample closet space and direct dial telephone
Hotel-style white on white, plush bedding and terry bathrobes
Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
Individually controlled air-conditioning

B - French Balcony Stateroom

Located on Violin & Cello Deck. French Balcony, 170 sq ft. All staterooms have AmaWaterways’ exclusive Entertainment On Demand system, including complimentary Internet access, first run Hollywood movies and music library
Flat-screen Televisions with local and satellite channels
In room safe, hair dryer, ample closet space and direct dial telephone
Hotel-style white on white, plush bedding and terry bathrobes
Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
Individually controlled air-conditioning

C - French Balcony Stateroom

Located on Violin & Cello Deck. French Balcony 170 sq ft. All staterooms have AmaWaterways’ exclusive Entertainment On Demand system, including complimentary Internet access, first run Hollywood movies and music library
Flat-screen Televisions with local and satellite channels
In room safe, hair dryer, ample closet space and direct dial telephone
Hotel-style white on white, plush bedding and terry bathrobes
Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
Individually controlled air-conditioning

D - Outside Stateroom

Located on Piano Deck. Fixed Windows, 170 sq ft. All staterooms have AmaWaterways’ exclusive Entertainment On Demand system, including complimentary Internet access, first run Hollywood movies and music library
Flat-screen Televisions with local and satellite channels
In room safe, hair dryer, ample closet space and direct dial telephone
Hotel-style white on white, plush bedding and terry bathrobes
Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
Individually controlled air-conditioning

E - Outside Stateroom

Located on Piano Deck. Fixed Windows, 170 sq ft. All staterooms have AmaWaterways’ exclusive Entertainment On Demand system, including complimentary Internet access, first run Hollywood movies and music library
Flat-screen Televisions with local and satellite channels
In room safe, hair dryer, ample closet space and direct dial telephone
Hotel-style white on white, plush bedding and terry bathrobes
Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
Individually controlled air-conditioning