Themed cruises make a splash on the rivers: here’s everything you need to know
Theme cruises are on the rise for river cruising including passion play themes, golf, and Christmas markets
Theme cruises are on the rise for river cruising including passion play themes, golf, and Christmas markets
Ingenious planning, earlier excursions and smarter ships are helping keep holidays on course despite Europe’s weather extremes.
The new itineraries will explore lesser-visited destinations along the Rhine and Danube.
June, July and August have always been the months everyone wanted for a European river cruise.
But Australians are increasingly moving into spring, autumn and Christmas, chasing cooler weather, fewer crowds and potentially safer river conditions.
The result is a remarkable reversal in seasonal sailings – and prices.
AmaWaterways will launch its 2028 season with special savings, two new ships and itineraries.
As this European summer brings soaring temperatures and headlines about heatwaves, many Australians booked on river cruises are asking the same question: Will low water levels disrupt my holiday?
The two sailings will be on the Seine and include the beautiful Normandy and Provence region.
Cruisers can now book their international flights directly through AmaWaterways’ reservation team, with their river cruise creating a seamless travel experience.
AmaWaterways will embark on a major expansion plan to grow its fleet to more than 50 ships by 2032.