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AmaSofia

Debuting in Spring 2026, AmaSofia will sail the Rhine and Danube with AmaWaterways’ signature blend of elegance and warmth. Accommodating up to 156 guests, the ship features twin-balcony staterooms, a Sun Deck pool with swim-up bar, and inviting spaces designed for both relaxation and social connection. Guests can enjoy multiple dining venues including The Chef’s Table, lighter bites served throughout the day, and a 24-hour coffee station. A fitness room, bicycles for exploring ashore, and massage services complete the experience, while attentive service and immersive excursions make every journey feel personal.

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Accomodation Types

AmaSofia has 78 staterooms and suites across nine categories. All feature climate control, flat-screen TVs, spacious bathrooms, and a desk and chair. Suites provide extra comfort with a sitting area, spa-like bathroom, and beds positioned to greet each morning with river views. All suites and many staterooms have balconies — either twin balconies (both a French and a step-out balcony) or a single balcony — perfect for enjoying river views from your room.

Suite

Category AA Staterooms

Category AB Staterooms

Category BA Staterooms

Category BB Staterooms

Category CA Staterooms

Category CB Staterooms

Category D Staterooms

Category E Staterooms

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Deck Plans

AmaSofia has 78 staterooms and suites across nine categories. All feature climate control, flat-screen TVs, spacious bathrooms, and a desk and chair. Suites provide extra comfort with a sitting area, spa-like bathroom, and beds positioned to greet each morning with river views. All suites and many staterooms have balconies — either twin balconies (both a French and a step-out balcony) or a single balcony — perfect for enjoying river views from your room.

Sun Deck

Violin Deck

Cello Deck

Piano Deck

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Dining

 AmaSofia has three main dining venues:

• Main Restaurant: Menus highlight both regional specialties and international favorites.
• The Chef’s Table: An intimate space for a multi-course tasting menu.
• Al Fresco Terrace: Fresh-air dining with panoramic views.

Guests can also enjoy all-day tapas, afternoon tea, and a 24-hour coffee station. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary needs are happily accommodated.

Exquisite Dining On Board
Experience award-winning cuisine inspired by the regions you sail through. Every dish is crafted from the freshest local ingredients and presented with elegance, turning each meal into a celebration of flavor, artistry, and place.

Journey Restaurant

The Chef’s Table

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Entertainment

Get a glimpse of what awaits you aboard your AmaWaterways cruise ship, where every moment on board is designed to make your journey feel effortless and memorable.

The Lark Lounge & Bar

Onboard Entertainment

Boutique

Reception

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Enrichment

Experiences On Shore
From guided city strolls and wine tastings to invigorating hikes and bike rides, AmaWaterways’ on-shore experiences invite you to discover each destination through culture, connection, and a sense of wonder.

Tour Attractions Alongside Expert Guides
Wander through charming towns and historic landmarks alongside expert guides who will share the history, traditions, and stories about each place.

Extend Your Journey
Stay and explore your destination a little longer before or after your cruise. AmaWaterways’ curated land extensions pair perfectly with your river itinerary, offering the same luxury, care, and sense of place found on board.

Included Biking Excursions

Take a more energetic route with guided cycling and hiking tours that blend scenic beauty, cultural insight, and a touch of adventure.

Included Hiking Excursions

See Europe from new heights with AmaWaterways’ guided hikes up castles, into national parks, and on scenic mountains. Each trail invites you to stretch your legs and discover destinations beyond the riverbank.

Hikes and Walks Guided by Experts
Every hike is led by an expert guide who brings the landscape to life through stories, cultural insight, and knowledge about the location.

A Range of Landscapes to Explore
From castle paths in Europe to riverside trails in Asia and nature walks in Africa, step off your ship and into remarkable settings.

Comfort and Care When You Return
After time on the trails, unwind aboard your ship with regionally inspired cuisine, a relaxing massage, or a glass of wine overlooking the scenery you explored on foot.

Special Interest Tours

AmaWaterways cruises invite you to explore your favorite interests during your trip. From wine-themed cruises with a dedicated sommelier on board to European adventures designed around visiting castles, there’s an itinerary for every passion.

Land Packages

Extend Your Journey
Stay and explore your destination a little longer before or after your cruise. AmaWaterways’ curated land extensions pair perfectly with your river itinerary, offering the same luxury, care, and sense of place found on board.

Seamless Travel from Ship to City
Your Cruise Manager continues with you on land, ensuring every detail—from transfers to luggage—runs smoothly so you can simply relax and enjoy the destination.

Hand-Selected Hotels in Prime Locations
Stay steps from world-famous landmarks in luxurious hotels chosen for their comfort, style, and connection to each destination.

Expertly Curated Experiences
Each extension includes activities like guided city tours, museum visits, and wine tastings designed to reveal the culture and character of every destination.

Daily Breakfast Included
Begin each morning with a satisfying breakfast at your hotel—an easy, thoughtful touch that adds comfort and convenience to your time on land.

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Health & Fitness

Sun Deck

Fitness Classes

Fitness Room

Massage Services and Hair Salon

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Kids & Teens

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Useful Information

What's Included

Cruises include all meals, beer and wine with lunch and dinner, a daily Sip & Sail cocktail hour, Wi-Fi, and guided shore excursions in every port. Premium beverages, gratuities, and optional tours may be additional, but most of what you need for a seamless journey is already included.

All ships in Europe, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Egypt have a fitness center with exercise equipment (hours vary by ship).

Every ship also offers a gift shop with accessories, souvenirs, and essential items for your convenience.

Many ships include spa or salon services—Europe offers hair treatments, beauty services, and massages; Portugal and the AmaDara in Vietnam & Cambodia each feature an onboard spa; and Egypt offers similar massage services upon request.

Guests can also enjoy refreshing pools across destinations: whirlpools or heated pools in Europe (with saunas on select ships)

Limited Mobility

AmaSofia features an elevator* and wide public areas to make moving around easier. Some staterooms are specially designed for guests with mobility needs, and the crew is always available to offer assistance both on board and during shore excursions, ensuring you feel comfortable and supported throughout your trip.

Elevator reaches Violin, Cello and Piano Deck. Does not reach Sun Deck. 

Internet Access

Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi is available in your room and in all public areas, making it easy to stay connected, share photos, or check in with loved ones during your journey.

Dietary Requirements

AmaWaterways will do its best to accommodate most dietary needs and food allergies when advised in advance. While gluten-free, vegetarian, and other special requests can be arranged, kosher meals cannot be provided due to onboard preparation limitations. Please note that cross-contamination cannot be completely avoided.

Dress Code

Dress aboard AmaWaterways ships is comfortable and casually elegant. On all ships, something a little dressier is recommended for the Welcome and Farewell dinners. Guests sailing in warmer destinations such as Vietnam, Cambodia, Egypt, and Colombia should pack breathable fabrics, sun protection, and modest attire for temple visits. 

Smoking Policy

Smoking is not permitted inside any AmaWaterways ship. It is only allowed in designated areas located at the aft of the Sun Deck. For the comfort and safety of all guests, we kindly ask that you observe this no-smoking policy while on board.

Medical Facilities

AmaWaterways ships do not have onboard medical facilities or medical staff. In the event that assistance is needed, appropriate medical services can be contacted from shore, though response times may vary depending on the ship’s location. In Europe, medical services can easily be called from shore if required. Response times elsewhere can vary. Guests are strongly encouraged to obtain comprehensive travel insurance that includes coverage for medical treatment and evacuation while overseas.

Sustainability

Environmentally-Friendly Ship Design

Our river cruise fleet has been thoughtfully designed with eco-friendly elements. These include energy-saving LED lights, special insulated windows that reduce energy needs for heating and cooling, power locks to plug into a port’s power supply instead of running generators, solar heating systems, water treatment plants that provide microfiltration and recycling of all water used on board. AmaMagna also has an innovative 10-engine configuration designed to reduce fuel consumption and solar panels have been installed on all stateroom balconies. In addition, the Zambezi Queen uses a water jet propulsion system that protects the Chobe riverbed, water-saving taps and showers, biodegradable detergents and soaps, and a five-stage water purification plant.

A Greener Onboard Experience

To reduce overall plastic consumption, we use paper straws (upon request), refillable glass water bottles in all staterooms, and hand out recyclable tetra-pak water containers for excursions across the fleet (where available). We have lessened unnecessary food waste from large-scale buffets by serving a la carte lunches on board our European fleet. For our personal audio devices used on excursions, we are proud to partner with Quietvox, which utilizes biodegradable rice paper bags and rechargeable batteries. In addition, our luggage tags and handy travel wallets are both made from recycled plastic bottle material and are now delivered to guest staterooms on board our ships in Europe, reducing our carbon footprint. The usage of our innovative myAmaCruise app and electronic travel documents has also significantly reduced paper consumption both pre-cruise and on board.

Excursions

AmaSofia will sail the Rhine in spring 2026 and the Danube in summer. These storied rivers carry guests past vineyard-lined valleys, medieval towns, and vibrant capitals, offering two distinct yet equally memorable ways to experience the heart of Europe.

Are audio headsets provided during excursions?

Guided shore excursions in Europe and on Mekong River cruises in Vietnam & Camobida include a personal audio headset system, allowing you to clearly hear your tour guide while exploring or taking photos.

Bicycles

Most AmaWaterways ships in Europe (excluding Portugal) offer complimentary bicycles and helmets for guests to use while the ship is docked. Guided bike excursions are also available on many sailings and can be reserved once on board. Bicycles come in three sizes—small, medium, and large. Bicycles are not available on ships in Portugal, Vietnam & Cambodia, Africa, or Egypt. Use of bicycles is at your own risk.

Payment Methods

Onboard payments vary by region. In Europe, charges are in euros and may be paid in cash or by credit card. 

Solo Travellers

We warmly welcome solo travellers who wish to explore the world, meet kindred cruisers and become a part of our extended AmaWaterways family. With a variety of itineraries in fascinating destinations, you have every reason to take advantage of special savings reserved exclusively for solo travellers.

A Warm Welcome

Begin your river cruise with a guided ship tour created for solo travelers, offering a friendly introduction that helps you feel comfortable and confident from the very start.

Social Time, Your Way

Select invitations to cocktail gatherings or the Captain’s Table offer friendly ways to meet others, but you always have the freedom to enjoy time independently.

Small Groups, Big Connections

Our small onshore experience groups make it easier to meet fellow travelers and connect with knowledgeable local guides, creating meaningful opportunities to explore and learn at your own pace.

Dining That Feels Natural

Select dining tables are thoughtfully set for five, offering comfortable spaces that encourage easy conversation without the pressure of joining a larger group on your own.

Care That Feels Personal

Our Cruise Manager and crew offer thoughtful attention to solo travelers, providing warm guidance and support to ensure you feel comfortable and welcome throughout your journey.

Single Occupancy Staterooms

On select European ships like AmaCello, AmaDante, AmaDolce, and AmaLyra, enjoy our Waived Single Supplement. These ships feature a few specially designed single occupancy staterooms with French balconies (140 sq. ft.). Just pay the standard cruise fare, no extra fees. 

Language

The official language on board all AmaWaterways ships is English, and most crew members, guides, and Cruise Managers are fluent. Announcements and lectures are conducted in English. On Latin Experience cruises, a bilingual atmosphere is offered, with both English and Spanish spoken.

Age Restrictions

Guests must be at least 4 years old to travel with AmaWaterways, unless otherwise approved. Children under 18 must share a stateroom with an adult and remain supervised at all times, as balcony staterooms may be unsafe for unattended minors. On Africa Safaris & Wildlife Cruises, the minimum age is 12 due to safety considerations. AmaWaterways does not provide child-specific programs or childcare services.