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AmaLea

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The AmaLea, which debuted in 2018, is a sister ship to the AmaKristina and is being touted by AmaWaterways as having "the most advanced design of any river cruise vessel in operation."

  • 158guests
  • 3,602gross tons
  • 18cruises now
  • $1,629fares from

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Enjoy panoramic views and fresh air in AmaLea's twin balcony staterooms, which feature a French balcony and an outside balcony.

At a glance

AmaLea is an intimate-size cruise ship operated by AmaWaterways, in service since 2018. It carries 158 guests and 51 crew (3.1 guests per crew member) at 3,602 gross tons. It ties with 2 other ships as the 11th largest of 38 AmaWaterways ships by guest capacity. On Cruiseable's Bliss scale it scores highest for cultural and romantic (8/10) and lowest for adventure & nature, entertainment, family friendly, party and spa & fitness (5/10). It is rated 4.5 out of 5 by Cruiseable and 4.5 out of 5 by Cruise Critic. It has 18 cruises on sale, with lead fares from $1,629 to $7,508. 4 of its upcoming sailings dropped in price since the previous weekly fare check.

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Specs

Cruiseable
4.5 / 5
Cruise Critic
4.5 / 5
Guests
158
Crew
51
Gross tons
3,602
Decks
4
Length
443 ft
Beam
38 ft
Maiden voyage
2018
Space ratio
3.1
Gross tons per guest
Guests per crew
3.1
Staterooms
79

Bliss scores

What AmaLea is best at

Ten dimensions scored by our editors on a 10-point scale. The Cruiseable app ranks every cruise against the mix you care about.

  1. Active 6.5
  2. Adventure and nature 5.0
  3. Cultural 8.0
  4. Dining 7.5
  5. Entertainment 5.0
  6. Family friendly 5.0
  7. Party 5.0
  8. Romantic 8.0
  9. Spa and fitness 5.0
  10. Staterooms 7.0

Our review

AmaLea: Romantic sailings on the Danube

 

The AmaLea, which debuted in 2018, is a sister ship to AmaKristina and was touted by AmaWaterways at the time as having "the most advanced design of any river cruise vessel currently in operation." Twin Balconies are available in most staterooms, which measure 210 to 235 square feet, with four suites measuring 350 square feet.

Passengers will enjoy gourmet dining with free-flowing fine wines at multiple onboard dining venues; a heated sun deck swimming pool with a ‘swim-up’ bar; fitness center and spa; complimentary ship-wide Wi-Fi and in-room Internet and entertainment on demand; and a fleet of bicycles carried on board for passengers to enjoy on their own or on guided bike tours.

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Inside and out

Dining 1

  • Savor expertly prepared cuisine in the Main Restaurant aboard AmaLea, debuting in 2018.

Entertainment 1

  • You'll find an eclectic assortment of entertainment aboard AmaLea, from Bavarian music to a local quartet to modern piano favorites.

On board 4

  • Relax, order a drink or enjoy delicious tapas between meals in the Main Lounge on AmaLea.
  • Soak up some rays or take a dip in the pool, complete with a swim-up bar, as you pass by medieval castles, charming villages and gorgeous scenery.
  • Take a guided bike tour or head out on your own — choose a bicycle aboard AmaLea to explore Europe at your own pace.
  • Hit the treadmill or lift some weights to stay in shape during your European vacation on AmaLea.

Staterooms 3

  • A look at a Category AA stateroom aboard AmaWaterways' AmaLea, debuting in 2018.
  • Book a suite aboard AmaWaterways' upcoming river cruise ship AmaLea.
  • Suites aboard AmaLea measure 350 square feet.

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  • Enjoy panoramic views and fresh air in AmaLea's twin balcony staterooms, which feature a French balcony and an outside balcony.
  • AmaLea, the newest ship from AmaWaterways, debuts in Europe in 2018.

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Cruises on AmaLea

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  1. 7 Night City Escapes the Danube 7 nights · from Vilshofen Next Nov 7, 2026 from $3,698
  2. 7 Night City Escapes the Danube 7 nights · from Budapest Next Nov 14, 2026 from $4,049
  3. 7 Night Romantic Danube (Christmas) 7 nights · from Vilshofen Next Nov 21, 2026 from $3,949
  4. 7 Night Iconic Christmas Markets 7 nights · from Budapest Next Nov 28, 2026 6 dates from $4,139
  5. 7 Night Iconic Christmas Markets 7 nights · from Nuremberg Next Dec 5, 2026 5 dates from $4,039
  6. 7 Night Melodies of the Danube 7 nights · from Budapest Next Dec 26, 2026 26 dates from $2,639
  7. 7 Night Best of the Danube 7 nights · from Budapest Next Jan 31, 2027 12 dates from $1,629
  8. 7 Night Romantic Danube 7 nights · from Vilshofen Next Mar 13, 2027 12 dates from $3,629
  9. 14 Night Magnificent Europe 14 nights · from Budapest Next May 1, 2027 4 dates from $7,409
  10. 14 Night Magnificent Europe 14 nights · from Amsterdam Next May 15, 2027 2 dates from $7,508
  11. 14 Night Magnificent Europe 14 nights · from Budapest Next Oct 30, 2027 from $7,209
  12. 14 Night Magnificent Europe Christmas 14 nights · from Amsterdam Next Nov 13, 2027 from $7,259
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  1. 7 Night Melodies of the Danube (Christmas Time) 7 nights · from Budapest Next Dec 25, 2027 from $3,379
  2. 7 Night Romantic Danube 7 nights · from Vilshofen Next Mar 11, 2028 13 dates from $2,889
  3. 14 Night Magnificent Europe 14 nights · from Amsterdam Next May 13, 2028 2 dates from $7,429
  4. 7 Night Vienna and the Danube 7 nights · from Vilshofen Next Nov 4, 2028 from $4,789
  5. 7 Night Vienna and the Danube 7 nights · from Budapest Next Nov 11, 2028 from $3,539
  6. 7 Night Romantic Danube (Christmas) 7 nights · from Vilshofen Next Nov 18, 2028 from $3,189

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