Solo Traveling: The Joy of AmaWaterways River Cruises

Solo Traveling: The Joy of AmaWaterways River Cruises 

When you embark on a river cruise with award-winning AmaWaterways, you will unpack once and step aboard a world of unparalleled experiences. With enriching excursions, exquisite locally sourced food and wine, nightly entertainment and more included in the fare, you will learn why AmaWaterways was awarded “Best River Cruise Line” by the world’s leading cruise review website. 

AmaWaterways warmly welcomes independent explorers who wish to travel the world, meet kindred cruisers and become a part of their extended AmaWaterways family. The well-loved crew and dedicated Cruise Manager take great care to ensure solo travelers feel safe and included throughout their journey. In fact, these river cruisers are some of AmaWaterways’ most loyal guests! Special savings on select sailings are also offered specifically for solo travelers, so you know you are getting the best value on your river cruise getaway. 

Over 40 Itineraries – No Planning Required! 

River cruising unaccompanied offers you the convenience of planning a vacation without having to coordinate with anyone else’s schedule. You can book travel months in advance or make reservations at the last minute. Meet like-minded individuals who share your passion for travel. Enjoy time for personal reflection and enhance your best self with host-led wellness classes. You can even spend holidays like Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s surrounded by our AmaWaterways family.   

Plus, you will be taken care of throughout every step of your river journey. AmaWaterways’ extraordinary Cruise Managers and crew continuously go above and beyond to enhance your onboard experience, surprising and delighting guests with thoughtful details, getting to know you personally and anticipating your needs before you even have to ask. AmaWaterways’ exceptional people are the main reason more guests return to cruise with them than with any other river cruise line - a testament to their passion and unrivaled service. 

Just for Solo Travelers 

AmaWaterways offers many benefits that make our itineraries incredible for solo river cruisers. You will be invited to a special cocktail hour and introduced to other guests traveling independently. During the cruise, independent travelers are also given a private ship tour led by the Captain, including the rare chance to visit the Wheelhouse! You may even be invited to dine with one of the ship’s officers at their table in the Main Restaurant.  

The Main Restaurant is designed with many tables featuring an odd number of seats, specifically with solo travelers in mind. Plus, when you make reservations at The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant, you will be seated with fellow guests so that you can savor this multi-course menu while making new friends.  

On AmaWaterways’ stunning French balcony ships, AmaLyra, AmaCello, AmaDante and AmaDolce, a limited number of single occupancy staterooms are available for reservation. These special staterooms were specifically made with solo travelers in mind, and the single supplement is waived when staying in them. 

Solo in the Summer 

With the sun shining into the evening hours and lending lovely temperatures for nighttime strolls, you can both see and explore more on AmaWaterways’ summer river cruises, enjoying the flexibility that solo traveling provides to the fullest. Bask in the sun’s warm rays on your balcony or in the sun-deck pool and watch the world go by. You can also choose to embark on AmaWaterways’ itineraries that offer more than one overnight in smaller towns and larger cities such as Rüdesheim, Amsterdam, Basel, Vienna or Budapest, giving you the opportunity to explore the local nightlife at your leisure. 

Fall and Festive Delights 

Cruising during autumn can also be an exciting experience for solo travelers! Fall is grape harvest season in many wine regions, and traveling during this time can provide unique opportunities for wine tastings and culinary experiences. November welcomes the wine harvest and all the celebrations this annual event brings. As the new wine from the season’s harvest begins to flow in November, Austrian Heurigers spring to life, inviting all who visit to share in the magical ambience of these seasonal celebrations on the Danube River. 

November also marks the beginning of AmaWaterways’ Festive Delights itineraries! Whether embarking in Germany, France, Portugal, Hungary, Romania, the Netherlands or Switzerland, festive activities and traditional delights await around every corner of the ship, with activities such as tree trimming, gingerbread decorating and Christmas caroling on every departure. Be treated to a delightful array of seasonal treats, from warm mulled wine to an assortment of festive cookies, all while participating in joyful traditions such as caroling. Every moment on board the most festively decorated ships on the rivers invites you to immerse yourself in the splendor of the holiday season, crafted to create memories that will be cherished forever. 

With new itineraries, exceptional service, farm-to-table culinary experiences and a commitment to whole-body wellness, AmaWaterways offers travelers the ultimate way to discover the heart of Europe—one river at a time. For a limited time, reserve your stateroom on select 2025 Europe sailings and pay a single supplement of just 10%. This offer is combinable with AmaWaterways’ special AirPlus fixed rates on airfare, so you will be enjoying great value at every step of your journey. 

Contact your preferred travel advisor to learn more!