SEVEN RIVER JOURNEY: AUTUMN EDITION
Experience Autumn’s Splendor Through Fourteen European Countries

Embarking August 24, 2023 - Seven River Journey: Autumn Edition. Enjoy the splendor of Europe’s brilliant fall foliage unfolding before your eyes on the new Autumn Edition of our inaugural season of Seven River Journeys. Be among an intimate group of like-minded travelers aboard an epic 46-night sailing that celebrates rich cultural traditions in fourteen fascinating countries. Enveloped in all the season’s color-changing glory, you’ll stroll through historical villages, bike to famous vineyards and orchards, and hike to hilltop castles. Experience local cafes, colorful markets, harvest festivals, majestic cathedrals and stunning monuments to our ancestors’ most poignant moments while enjoying the allure of the fall season and the exclusive experiences only AmaWaterways provides.

What's Included

New excursions, exclusive experiences, gratuities, complimentary laundry and luggage services are all included throughout your journey, as are exquisite cuisine, our Sip & Sail cocktail hour, all of our signature amenities and more.

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Explore by Day

DAYS 1-6

August 24th – 29th, 2023
Paris to Rouen
Ship: AmaLyra
Country: France
River: Seine

Paris always intrigues while Normandy beckons with its stunning coastline, incredible food and artistic beauty. The charming harbor town of Honfleur will inspire you the same way as they inspired the great Impressionists. Blend a passion for the good life with culture, art, architecture and timeless landscapes, and you have Northern France.

DAYS 6-13

August 29th – September 5th, 2023
Amsterdam to Amsterdam
Ship: AmaCerto
Countries: Netherlands, Belgium
Rivers: Scheldt, Maas

Venture beyond the tulips in the Netherlands and Belgium and watch history come alive. Experience Amsterdam’s colorful canals, the whimsical Kinderdijk windmills and incredible castles such as Castle de Haar and Beersel Castle. Throughout your journey, indulge in Belgian chocolates, warm waffles and delicious cheeses — all while savoring the autumn season and storybook atmosphere of the region.

DAYS 13-20

September 5th – September 12th, 2023
Amsterdam to Luxembourg
Ship: AmaCerto
Countries: Netherlands, Germany, Luxembourg, Belgium
Rivers: Rhine, Moselle

Drink in the beauty, history and flavor of the Rhine and Moselle river valleys’ iconic vineyards. Soar above vineyards by gondola or hike among the grapes in Rüdesheim and sip wines in Bernkastel. Whatever you choose to do ashore, the stories you’re told and flavors that grace your palate will surely transform you.

DAYS 20-27

September 12th – 19th, 2023
Luxembourg to Basel
Ship: AmaCerto
Countries: Luxembourg, Germany, France, Switzerland
Rivers: Rhine, Moselle

Expand your imagination in fairytale villages along the Rhine & Moselle where folklore and history come alive in every street. Delight in your whimsical fantasies in enchanting Cochem and well-preserved Bernkastel. Your splendid journey will blend German heritage with Italian in Trier and with French heritage in Strasbourg.

DAYS 27-33

September 19th – 25th, 2023
Basel to Eltmann
Ship: AmaCerto
Countries: Switzerland, France, Germany
Rivers: Rhine, Main

Walk through thousands of years of history and experience the many medieval treasures of Europe. The meandering Rhine and Main rivers await with visits to charming towns of Rüdesheim, Miltenberg and Bamberg. Revel in the baroque architectural gem of Würzburg Residenz and immerse yourself in the Alsatian capital of France, Strasbourg.

DAYS 33-40

September 25th – October 2nd, 2023
Eltmann to Budapest
Ship: AmaVerde
Countries: Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary
River: Danube

Those longing for the romance of Old World Europe will get to travel into the very heart of the continent, where empires were built and some of the world’s greatest music was composed and performed. From grand abbeys to fortresses, be romanced by the Danube with all her regal and romantic splendor.

DAYS 40-47

October 2nd – October 9th, 2023
Budapest to Giurgiu
Ship: AmaVerde
Countries: Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Romania
River: Danube

Touch history as you sail along the exotic lower Danube. Celtic fortifications, medieval towns and grand cities, along with the natural beauty of pastoral landscapes and the Danube’s famed Iron Gates, showcase the best of eastern Europe. From nature lovers to wine connoisseurs alike, be treated to the flavors, sights, sounds and cultures of this diverse swath of the continent.

Explore by Region

Allow the gentle current of Europe’s most legendary rivers to carry you through France, Holland, Belgium and beyond as we capture the essence of each region through its unique history, cultural traditions, architecture, delicious food and wine, and so much more.

FRANCE

Discover your joie de vivre in northern France as you sail along the iconic Seine River through romantic Paris. Venture to the unforgettable landing beaches of Normandy where Allied forces landed during World War II’s D-Day invasion. Follow your inspiration from the charming harbour town of Honfleur to medieval Rouen while admiring timeless landscapes along the way.

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DUTCH & BELGIAN WATERWAYS

Follow the roaming waterways of Scheldt and Mass and journey into the Netherlands and Belgium where history comes alive. Incredible castles in Utrecht and Brussels and the UNESCO-designated Kinderdijk windmills await – as do the delicious flavors and aromas of Dutch street fries, Belgian waffles and chocolates. Venture into iconic destinations with our included bike tours and enjoy the beautiful foliage during the perfect season for biking.

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RHINE, MAIN, MOSELLE

Glide past more than forty castles along the Rhine River’s banks, be treated to an exclusive visit to Lahneck Castle in Germany and cruise along Amsterdam’s storied canals before reaching the Rhine’s main tributaries: the vineyard-clad Moselle River, the “best-kept secret” in river cruising, and the Main River, which cuts through storybook villages and is home to the impressive Main-Danube Canal.

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DANUBE

Cruise through thousands of years of history, where castles were built and kings and queens were crowned. The Danube River has inspired artists and musicians for centuries. The last two segments of this journey take you through four magnificent capitals – Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest and Belgrade – and off-the-beaten-path wonders in countries such as Croatia, Serbia and Romania, inviting you to find your own inspiration on this legendary waterway.

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Seven River Journey:
Spring and Summer Editions

Interested in our other longer journeys? Discover the unique highlights and seasonal delights of the Spring and Summer editions of our Seven River Journeys Through Europe.

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Seven River Journey Explore More

Anticipating your epic river cruise experience is almost as exciting as the journey itself – and there is so much to look forward to. Read more about some of the fascinating history, architecture, excursions, food and wine you will experience with us on our Seven River Journey Through Europe.