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AmaSerena

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The 164-passenger vessel will debut in April 2015, featuring spacious staterooms with the AmaWaterways ' signature twin balconies, a choice of dining venues, a heated pool with swim-up bar, in-room Internet access and more.

  • 164guests
  • 3,600gross tons
  • 27cruises now
  • $2,929fares from

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The AmaSerena sails from Budapest, including a lot of wine-themed cruises.

At a glance

AmaSerena is an intimate-size cruise ship operated by AmaWaterways, in service since 2014. It carries 164 guests and 49 crew (3.3 guests per crew member) at 3,600 gross tons. It ties with 2 other ships as the 2nd largest of 29 AmaWaterways ships by guest capacity. On Cruiseable's Bliss scale it scores highest for romantic and staterooms (10/10) and lowest for family friendly and spa & fitness (2/10). It is rated 4 out of 5 by Cruiseable. It has 27 cruises on sale, with lead fares from $2,929 to $5,449. 1 of its upcoming sailings dropped in price since the previous weekly fare check.

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Specs

Cruiseable
4 / 5
Guests
164
Crew
49
Gross tons
3,600
Decks
4
Length
443 ft
Beam
38 ft
Maiden voyage
2014
Launched
2015
Space ratio
3.3
Gross tons per guest
Guests per crew
3.3
Speed (mph)
13

Bliss scores

What AmaSerena 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 8.9
  2. Adventure and nature 5.0
  3. Cultural 8.0
  4. Dining 7.9
  5. Entertainment 7.8
  6. Family friendly 2.0
  7. Party 5.0
  8. Romantic 10.0
  9. Spa and fitness 2.0
  10. Staterooms 10.0

Our review

AmaSerena: Stylish river cruising along the Danube

The 164-passenger AmaSerena features spacious staterooms with the AmaWaterways' signature twin balconies, a choice of dining venues, a heated pool with swim-up bar, in-room Internet access and more.

Passengers can enjoy gourmet dining with unlimited 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, an "Infotainment" system and a fleet of bicycles carried onboard for passengers to enjoy on-land adventures.

Who will like sailing on AmaSerena

This is a great choice of you are looking for the newest river cruise experience from AmaWaterways. AmaSerena features wine-themed cruises as well as Jewish heritage cruises, which highlight ancient culture, modern museums and historical monuments dedicated to Europe's Jewish legacy.

Budapest, Hungary, as night falls.
Budapest, Hungary, as night falls. Dom Crossley / Creative Commons BY

Where AmaSerena sails

Home port: Budapest, Hungary

Destinations: AmaSerena sails itineraries along the Danube that take in Budapest, Vienna and river villages, with an occasional foray to the Black Sea. 

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Dining & cuisine

AmaSerena offers an array of dining options. Enjoy Chaine des Rotisseurs culinary creations in the main dining room or in the Chef's Table restaurant with its own private chef, two wine bar venues and a casual al fresco bistro. On select days, guests can enjoy a lunch outdoors on the Sun Deck.

Excursions

Set your own pace on shore excursions and enjoy the full attention of your guide. You will enjoy complimentary small group shore excursions to world-class destinations.

Massage & beauty

As you sail through Europe's most beautiful and tranquil scenery, why not take the opportunity to pamper yourself? With an expert hair stylist, masseuse and beauty therapist at your disposal for the duration of the cruise, there's no reason to not get a little pampering.

The beautiful medieval city and castle of Cesky Krumlov in the south of the Czech Republic. Inland excursions to Cesky Krumlov are offered from the ports of Passau, Germany, and Linz, Austria.
The beautiful medieval city and castle of Cesky Krumlov in the south of the Czech Republic. Inland excursions to Cesky Krumlov are offered from the ports of Passau, Germany, and Linz, Austria. Courtesy of CzechTourism

Staterooms

  • Twin Balconies are 235 and 210 sq. ft. and French Balcony Staterooms are 170 sq. ft.
  • Enhanced sitting area in Suites featuring a sofa and two chairs
  • Suites have expansive bathroom with a bathtub and separate shower
  • In-room safe, hair dryer, full-length mirror, ample closet space and direct dial telephone
  • Flat-screen TVs with local and satellite channels
  • Hotel-style white on white, plush bedding and terry bathrobes
  • Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
  • Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
  • Individually controlled air conditioning

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On board highlights

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Inside and out

Destinations 5

  • The Main Square of Linz an der Donau (Linz on the Danube) in Austria.
    The Main Square of Linz an der Donau (Linz on the Danube) in Austria.
  • Schwechatbach is a place in the Vienna Woods in Lower Austria.
    Schwechatbach is a place in the Vienna Woods in Lower Austria.
  • The world-famous State Opera House (Wiener Staatsoper) in Vienna, Austria.
    The world-famous State Opera House (Wiener Staatsoper) in Vienna, Austria.
  • Upper Belvedere Palace in Vienna, Austria.
    Upper Belvedere Palace in Vienna, Austria.
  • AmaSerena offers guests the option for bicycle excursions on scenic itineraries.
    AmaSerena offers guests the option for bicycle excursions on scenic itineraries.

Dining 3

  • Enjoy classic dishes and regionally inspired cuisine made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients on AmaSerena.
    Enjoy classic dishes and regionally inspired cuisine made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients on AmaSerena.
  • Guests have the option of a specialty meal at Chef’s Table on an AmaSerena sailing.
    Guests have the option of a specialty meal at Chef’s Table on an AmaSerena sailing.
  • Enjoy regional and international cuisine in the main restaurant of AmaSerena.
    Enjoy regional and international cuisine in the main restaurant of AmaSerena.

On board 8

  • Meet and mingle with new acquaintances in the lounge of AmaSerena.
    Meet and mingle with new acquaintances in the lounge of AmaSerena.
  • A look at the top deck of AmaSerena, which calls on Budapest, Vienna and other fairytale destinations.
    A look at the top deck of AmaSerena, which calls on Budapest, Vienna and other fairytale destinations.
  • Relax to soothing piano music during your sailing on Europe's waterways on AmaSerena.
    Relax to soothing piano music during your sailing on Europe's waterways on AmaSerena.
  • Enjoy soothing, uplifting entertainment during your AmaWaterways cruise.
    Enjoy soothing, uplifting entertainment during your AmaWaterways cruise.
  • Kick back and pick up a good book in the library aboard AmaSerena.
    Kick back and pick up a good book in the library aboard AmaSerena.
  • The elegant lobby of the AmaSerena river ship.
    The elegant lobby of the AmaSerena river ship.
  • Meet other guests and watch the passing landscapes in the lounge of AmaSerena.
    Meet other guests and watch the passing landscapes in the lounge of AmaSerena.
  • Take in the passing landscapes from the pool on the sundeck of AmaSerena.
    Take in the passing landscapes from the pool on the sundeck of AmaSerena.

Staterooms 3

  • Relax in your stateroom and enjoy the passing landscapes during your trip on AmaSerena.
    Relax in your stateroom and enjoy the passing landscapes during your trip on AmaSerena.
  • Enjoy the passing landscapes of Budapest, Vienna and river villages during your vacation on AmaSerena.
    Enjoy the passing landscapes of Budapest, Vienna and river villages during your vacation on AmaSerena.
  • You’ll get a comfortable night’s sleep in the Twin Balcony Stateroom aboard AmaSerena.
    You’ll get a comfortable night’s sleep in the Twin Balcony Stateroom aboard AmaSerena.

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  • The AmaSerena sails from Budapest, including a lot of wine-themed cruises.
    The AmaSerena sails from Budapest, including a lot of wine-themed cruises.
  • The Parliament Building in Budapest, Hungary, built in a Gothic Revival style and opened in 1904, is a highlight of any river cruise along the Danube.
    The Parliament Building in Budapest, Hungary, built in a Gothic Revival style and opened in 1904, is a highlight of any river cruise along the Danube.

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Cruises on AmaSerena

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  1. 7 Night Swiss Alps and Rhine Castles 7 nights · from Basel Next Sep 15, 2026 19 dates from $3,049
  2. 7 Night Rhine Castles and Swiss Alps 7 nights · from Amsterdam Next Sep 22, 2026 17 dates from $3,329
  3. 7 Night Rhine Castles and Swiss Alps (Christmas Time) 7 nights · from Amsterdam Next Nov 17, 2026 from $3,599
  4. 7 Night Swiss Alps and Rhine Castles (Christmas Time) 7 nights · from Basel Next Nov 24, 2026 2 dates from $3,499
  5. 7 Night Rhine Castles and Swiss Alps (Christmas Markets) 7 nights · from Amsterdam Next Dec 1, 2026 3 dates from $2,999
  6. 7 Night Swiss Alps and Rhine Castles (Christmas Markets) 7 nights · from Basel Next Dec 8, 2026 2 dates from $5,449
  7. 7 Night Best of Holland and Belgium (Beer) 7 nights · from Amsterdam Next Mar 12, 2027 from $2,929
  8. 7 Night Tulip Time 7 nights · from Amsterdam Next Mar 19, 2027 4 dates from $2,979
  9. 7 Night Tulip Time (Smithsonian Journeys) 7 nights · from Amsterdam Next Apr 16, 2027 Fare on request
  10. 11 Night Rhine and Moselle Fairytales 11 nights · from Amsterdam Next Apr 30, 2027 from $5,089
  11. 7 Night Rhine Castles and Swiss Alps (Christmas) 7 nights · from Amsterdam Next Nov 16, 2027 from $3,029
  12. 7 Night Swiss Alps and Rhine Castles (Christmas Time) 7 nights · from Basel Next Nov 23, 2027 2 dates from $3,379
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  1. 7 Night Rhine Castles and Swiss Alps (Taste of Christmas) 7 nights · from Amsterdam Next Nov 30, 2027 2 dates Fare on request
  2. 14 Night Grand Rhine and Dutch Canals 14 nights · from Basel Next Dec 21, 2027 Fare on request
  3. 7 Night Best of Holland and Belgium 7 nights · from Amsterdam Next Dec 28, 2027 Fare on request
  4. 7 Night Dutch and Belgian Waterways 7 nights · from Amsterdam Next Feb 25, 2028 2 dates Fare on request
  5. 7 Night Best of Holland and Belgium 7 nights · from Amsterdam Next Mar 10, 2028 3 dates Fare on request
  6. 7 Night Tulip Time 7 nights · from Amsterdam Next Mar 24, 2028 4 dates Fare on request
  7. 7 Night Tulip Time 7 nights · from Amsterdam Next Apr 21, 2028 Fare on request
  8. 11 Night Rhine and Moselle Fairytales 11 nights · from Amsterdam Next Apr 28, 2028 Fare on request
  9. 7 Night Swiss Alps and Rhine Castles 7 nights · from Basel Next May 9, 2028 13 dates Fare on request
  10. 7 Night Rhine Castles and Swiss Alps 7 nights · from Amsterdam Next May 16, 2028 12 dates Fare on request
  11. 7 Night City Escape Strasbourg and the Rhine 7 nights · from Basel Next Nov 7, 2028 Fare on request
  12. 7 Night Amsterdam and the Rhine 7 nights · from Amsterdam Next Nov 14, 2028 Fare on request
  13. 7 Night Swiss Alps and Rhine Castles (Taste of Christmas) 7 nights · from Basel Next Nov 21, 2028 2 dates Fare on request
  14. 7 Night Rhine Castles and Swiss Alps (Taste of Christmas) 7 nights · from Amsterdam Next Nov 28, 2028 2 dates Fare on request
  15. 7 Night Swiss Alps and Rhine Castles (Christmas Markets) 7 nights · from Basel Next Dec 5, 2028 Fare on request

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