Description
Timeless elegance spills from the decks of the AmaVida, a ship that debuted on Portugal and Spain’s Douro River in 2013. Rust and gold color schemes bring together the Douro’s breathtaking sunsets and a sepia hue that conjures timeworn snapshots of the world’s oldest demarcated wine region. Most staterooms feature balconies from which to enjoy views of terraced vineyards, as well as Entertainment-On-Demand, climate-controlled air conditioning and an in-room safe. AmaVida’s passionate chefs will treat you to exquisite, locally-sourced cuisine paired with unlimited local wine—and the region’s signature Port—as well as beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner in the Main Restaurant cada noche.
Cruise Line
Celebrating 18 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.
Ships
AmaBella, AmaCello, AmaCerto, AmaDahlia, AmaDante, AmaDara, AmaDolce, AmaDouro, AmaKristina, AmaLea, AmaLilia, AmaLucia, AmaLyra, AmaMagdalena, AmaMagna, AmaMaya, AmaMelodia, AmaMora, AmaPrima, AmaReina, AmaSerena, AmaSiena, AmaSintra, AmaSofia, AmaSonata, AmaStella, AmaVenita, AmaVerde, AmaVida, AmaViola, Zambezi Queen
