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SHIP OVERVIEW

Decorated in a palette of gold and orange that reflects Europe's brilliant autumn foliage, the AmaCello is a floating delight. The glorious Sun Deck offers a soothing whirlpool, giant chess set and recliners from which to drink up the extraordinary scenery. Inside, enticing aromas waft from the beautiful Main Restaurant and The Chef's Table specialty restaurant, each previewing a masterfully plated dish created by an expert chef using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. And after just one bite, you will understand why the AmaCello, like all European ships, was inducted into the internationally renowned culinary society known as La Chaine des Rotisseurs. Keeping with the French theme, most staterooms feature a French balcony as well as amenities that include Entertainment On Demand, climate-controlled air conditioning and an in-room safe. A fitness room, sauna and massage room are also available for your enjoyment onboard this incredible river ship.

  • CRUISES
  • STATISTICS

STATISTICS

  • Year Built

    2008
  • Year Refurbished

  • Year Entered Present Fleet

    2008
  • Country of Registry

    Switzerland
  • Tonnage (GRT)

    2,650
  • PAX (basis 2)

    144
  • Max Pax (inc. Uppers)

    144
  • Passenger Decks

    3
  • Number of Crew

    45
  • Officers' Nationality

    International
  • Cruise/Hotel Staff Nationality

    International

STATEROOMS

  • Suites

    4
  • Balcony

    0
  • Oceanview

    11
  • Oceanview No Balcony

    0
  • Oceanview With Balcony

    0
  • Balconies

    58
  • Interior

    0
  • Accessible

    20
  • Total Number of Accommodations

    1000
  • SUITE
  • BALCONY
  • OCEANVIEW
  • INSIDE

Deck Plans

SHIP REVIEWS

OVERALL RATING

4.7

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Based on 10 reviews

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Return to AMA Does Not Disappoint

JUNE

Star Star Star Star Star

PROS

Quality of the Ships Amenities. Friendliness and Professionalism of Ama Staff. Quality of Food and Drinks. Promptness of all activities.

CONS

None...

RECOMMENDED

Yes

This was our second cruise with Ama Waterways in Europe. After a wonderful first experience, we were pleasantly treated to an equally excellent experience on the AmaCello. The ship was comfortable, quiet, clean, and in excellent condition in all areas. The staff was professional and first class in all of their services and interactions. We would recommend Ama to anyone interested in a wonderful travel experience.

SCORECARD

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  • Dining

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  • Entertainment

    Star Star Star Star Star
  • Activities

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  • Cabins/Staterooms

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  • Itinerary/Ports

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  • Value

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AmaWaterways-AmaCello

APRIL

Star Star Star Star Star

PROS

Fabulous service and fine dining. Stateroom with French Balcony was exceptional. The onboard laundry service was very handy, too

CONS

Assigned seating with the same couple for 3 meals/day for the duration of the cruise.

RECOMMENDED

Yes

Even with about half capacity, the AmaWaterways Ama Cello did not disappoint. With an expert crew, our every little need was taken care of. The land excursions and tours were superb. Transfers from the airport were superb. Ama Waterways does everything right!

SCORECARD

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    Star Star Star Star Star
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  • Entertainment

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    Star Star Star Star Star
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    Star Star Star Star Star
  • Value

    Star Star Star Star Star

Colors of Provence

MARCH

Star Star Star Star Star

PROS

Staff, ship, excursions

CONS

Fitness center

RECOMMENDED

Yes

Fitness center was used as a shortcut by crew and staff.

SCORECARD

  • Staff

    Star Star Star Star Star
  • Dining

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  • Entertainment

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  • Value

    Star Star Star Star Star

South of France with AmaWaterways

APRIL

Star Star Star Star Star

PROS

The staff was amazing and we got to see areas of France that would be challenging to get to using any other method of travel.

CONS

The food was very good, but got a little boring after a while. The pillows on the beds were very uncomfortable and no alternatives were available.

RECOMMENDED

Yes

This ship is looking a little dated and could use some upgrades to the lounge furniture. However, this was the best crew I've ever had the privilege of sailing with...the customer service was top notch!

SCORECARD

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    Star Star Star Star Star
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    Star Star Star Star Star
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    Star Star Star Star Star
  • Itinerary/Ports

    Star Star Star Star Star
  • Value

    Star Star Star Star Star

Great River Cruise

SEPTEMBER

Star Star Star Star Star

PROS

Staff and food was exceptional.

CONS

Did not take my Debit card.

RECOMMENDED

No

<div>First time on a River Cruise and it was great. The stops and excursions off ship with local guides were wonderful. The Entertainment on board was outstanding.</div>

SCORECARD

  • Staff

    Star Star Star Star Star
  • Dining

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  • Entertainment

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  • Activities

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    Star Star Star Star Star
  • Value

    Star Star Star Star Star

Rhine River Ama Cello

AUGUST

Star Star Star Star Star

PROS

Great Crew, Outstanding Cruise Manager, Wonderful Food

CONS

RECOMMENDED

Yes

It was great...would definitely do it again!

SCORECARD

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    Star Star Star Star Star
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    Star Star Star Star Star
  • Entertainment

    Star Star Star Star Star
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    Star Star Star Star Star

Some excellent, some poor

AUGUST

Star Star Star Star Star

PROS

Service, Organization of the tours, Boat staff

CONS

No reception at the airport, Food was mediocre

RECOMMENDED

Yes

I will never fly thru Heathrow again. No one met us at Amsterdam airport. Service desk at the airport was virtually impossible to find.

SCORECARD

  • Staff

    Star Star Star Star Star
  • Dining

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  • Entertainment

    Star Star Star Star Star
  • Activities

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  • Itinerary/Ports

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  • Value

    Star Star Star Star Star

Rhine River Cruise

AUGUST

Star Star Star Star Star

PROS

-The additional days in Zurich and Lucerne - The variety of the excursions in each port - Beautiful scenery along the Rhine river - Quality of service from the crew

CONS

None

RECOMMENDED

Yes

This was our first river cruise and we were very pleased with all aspects of it. The food and the service on the ship were outstanding. The hotels in Zurich and Lucerne were very nice and located in very convenient places. The time in the ports was usually plenty to go on the excursions and then still have plenty left over for shopping or eating at the local restaurants.

SCORECARD

  • Staff

    Star Star Star Star Star
  • Dining

    Star Star Star Star Star
  • Entertainment

    Star Star Star Star Star
  • Activities

    Star Star Star Star Star
  • Cabins/Staterooms

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  • Itinerary/Ports

    Star Star Star Star Star
  • Value

    Star Star Star Star Star

Wonderful Rhine cruise!

JULY

Star Star Star Star Star

PROS

Excellent crew, quality cruise director, great food, organized, on-time, loved the bikes!

CONS

None for us.

RECOMMENDED

Yes

My wife and I (both in mid-fifties) thoroughly enjoy our cruise. It was our first river cruise. Smaller ship (compared to ocean cruises) created a much more "group" feel to the experience, yet still easy to have your own space when desired. Food was plentiful, convenient, diverse, and tasty. Very nice that wine and beer were included with lunch and dinner. We enjoyed using the ship's bicycles at a number of the cruise stops; they were quality bikes in good shape. The local excursions provided through AMA were all enjoyable, with quality guides. A favorite was "Ollie" who led a walking tour of Amsterdam that included a visit to a beer house, complete with beer, bread, and potato pancakes. While the Rhine has the look of a "grand canal" for a major portion of the cruise, it is still very entertaining to spend time on the upper deck and watch the world go by. The Rhine Gorge portion of the cruise, with 20+ castles to view, was spectacular! We will definitely consider using AMA for another cruise, maybe the Danube?!

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  • Staff

    Star Star Star Star Star
  • Dining

    Star Star Star Star Star
  • Entertainment

    Star Star Star Star Star
  • Activities

    Star Star Star Star Star
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    Star Star Star Star Star
  • Itinerary/Ports

    Star Star Star Star Star
  • Value

    Star Star Star Star Star

Rhine Cruise

JUNE

Star Star Star Star Star

PROS

Excellent cruise. Great ship and crew.

CONS

None

RECOMMENDED

Yes

We had a great time on the AmaCello. The crew was fantastic.

SCORECARD

  • Staff

    Star Star Star Star Star
  • Dining

    Star Star Star Star Star
  • Entertainment

    Star Star Star Star Star
  • Activities

    Star Star Star Star Star
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  • Itinerary/Ports

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  • Value

    Star Star Star Star Star

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