Discover your Joie de Vivre
No country conjures more romance or finer flavors than France, from the spectacular "City of Lights" to the stunning landscapes of Provence. On board our river cruise ships, you will delight in breathtaking views from your French balcony, savor exquisitely prepared farm-to-table cuisine and be treated to unparalleled service.
Our French Fleet
AmaCello
AmaDante
AmaDolce
AmaKristina
AmaLyra
Our exceptional fleet in France consists of five award-winning river cruise ships, each welcoming an average of 146 guests and offering view-enhancing French balcony staterooms.
INVITING SPACES
Our ships feature spacious staterooms as well as an open-air Sun Deck with a heated pool or whirlpool, a Main Restaurant, a fitness room, massage room and hair salon.
SPECIALTY DINING
Savor an exquisite multi-course tasting menu at The Chef’s Table and a special La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Dinner in the Main Restaurant — with our compliments.
PERSONALIZED SERVICE
Be welcomed as family with personalized attention and care by your incredible Cruise Manager and shipboard crew as well as a dedicated Wellness Host who leads small group fitness classes each day.
INCLUDED BENEFITS
» Farm-to-table cuisine featuring regional delicacies at every meal
» Hand-selected wine, beer and soft drinks with meals on board
» Daily Sip & Sail cocktail hour with menu of cocktails, mocktails, wine, beer and spirits
» Nightly entertainment featuring local performers
» Regionally inspired culinary experiences on board, such as a macaron-making workshop
» Complimentary high-quality Wi-Fi
» Bottled water replenished in your stateroom daily and recyclable water containers available for excursions
Scan to explore our ships
Pool on the Sun Deck, AmaKristina
Suite, AmaDolce
Main Restaurant, AmaDante
AmaDolce, Dordogne River
The Spectacular Seine
Showcasing the best of Northern France, the Seine River flows beneath 37 bridges, passing countless architectural landmarks, including the iconic Eiffel Tower. The Seine continues a northwesterly course through Normandy’s countryside, where you can sample the region's renowned cheeses and apple cider. River meets ocean in the stunning port city of Le Havre, which you may explore on expertly guided walking or biking tours.
Our itineraries on the Seine:
» 7-night Paris & Normandy (roundtrip Paris)
» 7-night Impressions of the Seine & Paris (Paris to Le Havre and reverse)
» 14-night Grand Seine & Bordeaux (Paris to Bordeaux)
» 14-night Grand Seine & Rhône (Paris to Arles)
7-night cruises starting from C$6,372 C$5,172 per person 14-night cruises starting from C$11,558 C$9,158 per person
A Perfect Blend in Bordeaux
Before merging into the Gironde Estuary, the Garonne and Dordogne rivers flow through a region renowned for its wine growing. But beyond the vineyards lie historic landmarks to discover on guided tours, like the UNESCO-designated Blaye Citadel and the impressive Castle of Roquetaillade, a masterpiece of medieval military architecture. In the vibrant city of Bordeaux, you can wander the halls of the impressive Cité du Vin, a museum dedicated to the region's wine culture, or savor local flavors at the Les Halles de Bacalan market.
Our itineraries in Bordeaux:
» 7-night Taste of Bordeaux (roundtrip Bordeaux)
» 14-night Grand Seine & Bordeaux (Paris to Bordeaux)
7-night cruises starting from C$5,449 C$4,249 per person
14-night cruises starting from C$11,990 C$9,590 per person
Explore medieval Rouen on a walking tour
Marvel at the landscapes along the Dordogne River
Get inspired with a visit to Monet's Garden
Learn traditional breadmaking at an ancient watermill in Libourne
Be moved by history on the beaches of Normandy
Enjoy immersive exhibits at Bordeaux’s Cité du Vin
Atlantic Ocean
Dinard
Caudebec-en-Caux
Le Havre
Normandy Beaches
St. Malo
Dinan
Honfleur
Rouen
BELGIUM
Giverny
La Roche-Guyon Bayeux
Mont Saint Michel
Vernon Les Andelys Fougères
Mantes-la-Jolie
Loire Valley
Paris
Seine
Paris & Normandy
FRANCE
Soulac-sur-Mer
Gironde Estuary SPAIN
LUXEMBOURG
Dijon
Port of Dijon
Beaune
Chalon-sur Saône
Tournus
Brancion
Cluny Mâcon
Burgundy
GERMANY
Bourg-en-Bresse
Beaujolais
Bordeaux
Bourg Libourne Pauillac
Bordeaux
Cadillac Blaye
Saint-Émilion
Lyon Vienne
Via Rhôna Mount Pipet
Tain-l'Hermitage
Provence
Tournon
Grignan
Avignon
What's New
Concierge Golf Program on the Seine
Available on select 2026 departures, we invite you to cruise the Seine River and perfect your swing on up to five championship golf courses.
Taste of Bordeaux (Festive Delights)
Board your elegantly decorated ship and experience the intimate magic of the holidays throughout the Bordeaux region.
Pont du Gard
Les Baux
Arles
Nice
Grand River Cruises
Our curated 14-night itineraries combine a 7-night Seine River cruise with a 7-night cruise on the Saône and Rhône or through Bordeaux.
Indulge Your Senses in Burgundy & Provence
The serene Saône River flows from northeastern France into the Burgundy countryside, where visits to historic vineyards will satisfy passionate oenophiles. Venturing south, the Saône rendezvous with the Rhône River in Lyon, France’s grand food capital and home to the famed Les Halles Market, which you can explore on a delightful tasting tour. Along the way, majestic rural landscapes and centuries-old villages provide a visual feast, whether you enjoy the sights on guided walking tours or bike rides.
Our itineraries on the Rhône and Saône rivers:
» 7-night Essence of Burgundy & Provence (Port of Dijon to Arles and reverse)
» 7-night Colors of Provence (Lyon to Arles and reverse)
» 7-night Flavors of Burgundy (Lyon to Port of Dijon and reverse)
» 14-night Grand Seine & Rhône (Paris to Arles)
7-night cruises starting from C$5,449 C$4,249 per person
14-night cruises starting from C$11,558 C$9,158 per person
EXTEND ANY JOURNEY
Explore even more of Europe with one of our featured pre- and post-cruise land packages. For additional packages, visit AmaWaterways.ca/France.
BRITTANY,
FRANCE
Add 3 nights Brittany and 1 night Paris before or after your 7-night Impressions of the Seine & Paris cruise.
Explore the seaside resort of Dinard, the walled city of St. Malo and the magical island of Mont St. Michel.
MADRID & SAN SEBASTIÁN, SPAIN
Add 4 nights before your 7-night Taste of Bordeaux cruise beginning in 2026.
Visit Madrid, Spain's spectacular capital, and San Sebastián, famed for its Michelin-starred cuisine.
NICE, FRANCE
Add 3 nights before or after your 7-night Essence of Burgundy & Provence cruise.
Enjoy the French Riviera in Nice. Then visit the hilltop town of Eze and indulge in the luxury of Monte Carlo.
Contact your preferred travel advisor or visit AmaWaterways.ca to learn more.
Discover Lyon and its 19th-century basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière
Follow the journey of wine with tastings in Burgundy
Join a truffle hunt in Grignan
