Soulful Experiences

Celebrating Black History and Culture

Join us for one of our specially curated Soulful Experience river cruises shining a light on Black history and culture along the rivers. Enjoy itinerary-exclusive excursions, exquisite food and wine and the wonderful feeling that comes from cruising alongside like-minded travelers with a shared heritage and experience.

Watch the video to hear the profound impact our premier Soulful Experience made on guests.

Every Sailing, A
Juneteenth Celebration

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Available Dates

Magic of Colombia

Oct. 18 – 25
(LIMITED AVAILABILITY)

Barranquilla to Cartagena

Enticing Douro

Nov. 11 – 21
(LIMITED AVAILABILITY)

Roundtrip Porto

Best of Holland & Belgium

Dec. 27 – Jan. 3

Roundtrip Amsterdam

Terms & Conditions


Magic of Colombia


7 Nights | From Barranquilla to Cartagena Optional Land Package(s): PRE CRUISE: 3 Nights Medellín

Embrace the magic of Colombia as you explore the country along the Magdalena River during this special 7-night journey. Move to the beat of a variety of Latin American musical styles including cumbia and vallenato, and revel in exciting performances at a colorful Carnaval experience in Barranquilla just for AmaWaterways guests. Drink a steaming cup of the country’s famous coffee. Listen for the calls of distinctive birds and wildlife not found anywhere else on the planet. Discover timeless traditions while getting to know the friendly guides and residents from diverse backgrounds who live beyond the riverbanks. Enjoy the soul and spirit of Colombia as you sail this river along with AmaWaterways, the Heart of the River™.

DAY DESTINATION INCLUDED EXCURSIONS
1 Barranquilla EMBARKATION
Exclusive “Carnaval” Celebration
2 Sitio Nuevo Village Tour
3 Magangué Region Nature Excursion
Mompox Exclusive Jazz Street Performance
4 Mompox Nature Experience
Historic Walking Tour with tuk tuk ride
Filigree workshop
5 Mompox Scenic cruising
Exclusive cumbia performance
Santa Barbara de Pinto “Traditions of Pinto” experience
6 Calamar Scenic cruising
Historic tour by paola
Mahates Palenque cultural experience
7 Cartagena Walled City Tour
San Felipe Castle and Getsemaní Tour
8 Cartagena DISEMBARKATION

Itinerary is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the itinerary schedule provided with your final documents.

What's Included

  • 7-night river cruise in elegantly appointed twin-balcony stateroom
  • All fine dining on board
  • Complimentary, wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
  • Daily Sip & Sail Cocktail Hour
  • A variety of included excursions each day, including birdwatching and boat tours
  • Exclusive year-round Carnaval celebration in Barranquilla and cumbia performance
  • Nightly entertainment including cultural performances
  • High-quality Wi-Fi
  • Wellness program with daily fitness activities led by a dedicated Wellness Host
  • The services of one of our wonderful Cruise Managers throughout your river cruise and land journey

AmaMagdalena


This stunning newly designed river cruise ship accommodates just 60 guests and boasts twin-balcony staterooms, multiple dining venues, a heated sun-deck pool, spacious fitness room and more.

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