Cruise Itinerary
| Date | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
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| 26 Nov 2026 | Bordeaux, France |
Embark | |
| 27 Nov 2026 | Libourne, France |
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| 28 Nov 2026 | Libourne, France |
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| 29 Nov 2026 | Blaye, France |
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| 29 Nov 2026 | Bourg, France |
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| 30 Nov 2026 | Pauillac, France |
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| 01 Dec 2026 | Cadillac, France |
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| 02 Dec 2026 | Bordeaux, France |
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| 03 Dec 2026 | Bordeaux, France |
Disembark |
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
Day 1
Embark your ship
Day 2
Saint-Émilion Excursion OR Saint-Émilion bike tour
Day 3
Bastide town and market visit OR Ancient Watermill Visit and Breadmaking Workshop OR Château Boutinet hike with wine and tapas tasting
Day 4
Citadel visit OR Bourg walking tour, Carriage Museum, and WWII Petrol Cistern Exclusive wine festival
Day 5
Medoc Grand Cru wine tasting & scenic vineyard tour Margaux vineyards hike & local specialties tasting
Day 6
Roquetaillade and Cadillac visit OR Cadillac bike tour
Day 7
UNESCO city tour and market tasting OR Bordeaux bike tour Bassins des Lumières OR Bordeaux Cité du Vin (wine museum) visit
Day 8
Disembark your ship
The custom-designed AmaDolce was introduced in 2009 and features spacious staterooms, most with French Balconies, Internet/WiFi access, walking track along our Sun-deck and guided bicycle tours at stops along the river.
Ship Profile & Stats
- Length: 360 feet
- Maiden Voyage: 2009
- Passenger Capacity (dbl): 150
- Crew Nationality: European
- Officer Nationality: European
- Dining Staff Nationality: European
- Ship Registration: Switzerland
Ship Amenities
- Direct dial phones
- Flat screen TV and satellite channels
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
- Individually controlled air-conditioning
Ship Facilities
- Lounge and Bar
- Bicycles for shore visits
- Fitness room
- Gift shop
- Massage and hair salon
- Sun Deck and deck chairs
- Walking track
- Whirlpool
- Observation Deck
- Chef’s Table Restaurant
- Main Restaurant
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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Located on Violin Deck. French Balcony, 255 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
Located on Cello Deck. Single Stateroom with 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
Located on Violin Deck. Suite with French Balcony, 255 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. Our extra spacious Jr. Suites are 255 sq. ft. with French Balconies and Floor-to-ceiling Windows
Suites have an enhanced sitting area with couch, mini bar and large bathroom with separate bathtub.
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
Located on Violin & Cello Decks. 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
Located on Violin & Cello Decks. 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
Located on Piano Deck – Fixed Window – 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
Located on Piano Deck – Fixed Window – 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
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