Amalea

The New Charm Of The Danube

- Michel and Lisa Verdure

The charms of the cities and villages of the Danube are a joy to discover. Aboard the new AmaWaterways AmaLea, this pleasure is multiplied. This is the 10th ship of their Certo class, and as AmaWaterways has evolved, they’ve incorporated the latest technology, architectural flow, and attention to overall cruiser experience to provide a product that is second to none in river cruising. AmaLea sails between Budapest, Hungary, and Vilshofen, Germany, on a 7-night cruise through four countries, and offers you multiple ways to immerse yourself in the local culture. The pace of the cruise is well thought-out, balancing leisure time on board with exploration of the cities and villages. Our cruise director Abel was on top of everything, advising us on which excursions suited us best. The selection provides adventures for all activity levels, from hiking and biking (bicycles and helmets are onboard and complimentary), to culinary activities and walking tours. All levels of fitness will feel accommodated. The only difficult part is choosing your fun! The knowledgeable and enthusiastic tour guides are natives to the area, and speak excellent English. Guests are provided the newest technology in Quiet Vox, so they can clearly hear the tour guide while exploring the area. Embarking and disembarking is far simpler than ocean cruising, and soon the crew welcomes you back by name.

Customer service is a hallmark of AmaWaterways, and it comes from their business philosophy. AmaWaterways is family-owned and operated, and the owners believe all of the crew aboard their ships are a part of the Ama family. (“Ama” means “love.”) The crew take pride in their ability to make your experience so much more than a trip. They realize that you are making memories.

Your home away from home