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AmaWaterways

Essence of Burgundy & Provence (Smithsonian Journeys)

Europe

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AmaCello

Eighteen years old, eighty-three feet shorter than the fleet standard, and on the Saône because of it

Aboard

  • Among the oldest ships left in the AmaWaterways European fleet
  • Built at Scheepswerf Grave in the Netherlands and delivered in 2008
  • 360 feet, against the 443 feet of the company's newer European hulls
  • Single staterooms sold without a solo supplement
  • Sails the Rhône and the Saône between Provence and Burgundy

Europe

Europe

Stunning aerial shot of Santorini coast at sunset with a cruise ship in the Aegean Sea
Santorini Coast
Aerial photo of a cruise ship sailing near Santorini island under a serene sunset sky.
Santorini Island
Beautiful view of Fira in Santorini showcasing iconic white buildings against a deep blue sea under a clear sunny sky.
Fira in Santorini
A majestic cruise ship sails along the stunning coastline of Dubrovnik, Croatia at sunset.
Brilliance of the Seas in Croatia
A majestic cruise ship sails through the Bosphorus Strait with a historic Istanbul skyline in the backdrop.
The Seabourn Encore in the Bosphorus Strait
A luxury cruise ship sails along a scenic rocky coastline with a city skyline backdrop.
Antibes, France
A vibrant view of the historic Ribeira District along the Douro River in Porto, Portugal.
Porto, Portugal

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