Family owned and operated AmaWaterways is at the forefront of river cruising. "AMA" means love... and love is at the heart of everythig they do, including their name. Celebrating 19 years on the river, family-owned and operated AmaWaterways was founded in 2002 by three families; however, our 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 traveled 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. Offering delicious all-inclusive food onboard, a variety of on board activities, plus a plan to follow all the most up-to-date health and safety protocols so you can relax and enjoy your much-anticipated river cruise vacation.
Why AmaWaterways?
In this beautiful video filmed in partnership with NBCUniversal, AmaWaterways Co-Founders Rudi Schreiner and Kristin Karst share their love for river cruising, as well as their personal thoughts on what makes the AmaWaterways experience so special. Plus, see inside the award-winning AmaMagna, redefining the river cruise experience on the Danube River.
Join us on one of our upcoming AmaWaterways river cruises:
Melodies of the Danube Aug 11, 2022 - Explore the magnificence of Europe along its majestic river network historically used for commerce and trade. Delve into centuries of history while cruising by fabled castles...
Enchanting Rhine Sep 7, 2022 - Discover historic towns and landmarks in Germany, France and Switzerland plus the Passion Play experience in Oberammergau...
Enticing Douro Sep 13, 2022 - This unique itinerary will delight river cruisers and those who love to explore the Old World. Seven nights of Dscovery up the mighty Douro River...