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Overview
AmaWaterways' co-owner, Kristin Karst, is the godmother of the AmaKristina, and that in itself guarantees an experience you will never forget. Highlighted by AmaWaterways' signature twin balconies, each stateroom is adorned with an expanded sitting room and a luxurious marble bathroom. For added relaxation, AmaKristina is complete with a massage and hair salon, a heated pool on the Sun Deck, and a walking track perfect for watching the sunset. This unique ship allows for expanded exploration in port as well, with a full fleet of bicycles on board available for passenger use!
Quick Facts
Year Built
Refurbished
Wheelchair Accessible
Godmother
Passenger Capacity
Crew
Passenger to Crew Ratio
Sun Deck
Violin Deck
Cello Deck
Piano Deck
Size: 350 sq.ft. French Balcony & Outside Balcony. Located on Violin Deck. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrob...
Size: 235 sq.ft. French Balcony & Outside Balcony. Located on Violin Deck. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrob...
Size: 235 sq.ft. French Balcony & Outside Balcony. Located on Cello Deck. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet shower heads, Large wardrob...
Size: 210 sq.ft. French Balcony & Outside Balcony. Located on Violin Deck. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrob...
Size: 210 sq.ft. French Balcony & Outside Balcony. Located on Cello Deck. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe...
Size: 170 sq.ft. Fixed Window. Located on Violin & Cello Deck. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-leng...
Size:155 sq.ft. Fixed Window. Located on Violin Deck. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, ha...
Size: 160 sq.ft. Fixed Window located on Piano Deck. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hai...
Size: 160 sq.ft. Fixed Window. Located on Piano Deck. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, ha...
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Jun 2, 2025
5 out of 5 stars
AmaKristina
I could not have been happier with my first river cruise on the AmaKristina from Lyon to Arles. I enjoyed every minute, and have already recommended Ama Waterways to friends and family. As a solo traveler, I met the most amazing people aboard the AmaKristina. The ship is absolutely beautiful, and well designed. Every comfort has been taken into consideration in terms of the staterooms. Georgiana was the person who attended to the staterooms on our deck, and she did a tremendous job. She is friendly, respectful, and excellent at her job. The entire staff was very friendly and accommodating, making sure that everyone's needs were met. My expectations were exceeded on this trip!
Pros: Everything!
Cons: None!
Accommodations
5
Activities
5
Entertainment
5
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
5
Overall
5
Recommend AmaKristina
Yes
Jul 23, 2024
5 out of 5 stars
AmaKristina
Every aspect of the ship and crew were excellent. Cruise Manager was excellent as well.
Pros: Ship and crew were excellent in every way
Cons: No American TV in the staterooms
Accommodations
5
Activities
5
Entertainment
5
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
5
Overall
5
Recommend AmaKristina
Yes
Sep 17, 2022
5 out of 5 stars
AmaKristina
We enjoyed our cruise very much. The pre-cruise to Barcelona was great. AMA met us at the airport and took care of all logistics. The food was very good. We enjoyed all the excursions. The staff was very responsive and accommodating. The weather was great.
Pros: Excellent accommodations. Very friendly and caring crew. Great Cruise Manager (Mandy)
Cons: Time went by too quick.
Accommodations
5
Activities
5
Entertainment
5
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
5
Overall
5
Recommend AmaKristina
Yes
Oct 12, 2021
5 out of 5 stars
AmaKristina
I can’t convey how wonderful this boat and crew are. Everything from the food, the cabin, the crew, the excursions were top notch. Every meal is a delicious adventure. They are not doing buffets any more, which is a plus for me. So you’re able to order from a menu with a large array of choices for each meal. The cabin was so clean and well thought out, even to a motion activated blue night light in the bathroom. The crew gets to know you and your preferences, and is always eager to help. And the excursions were so well done, with local guides, and modern new transportation in deluxe buses if needed for areas that were further away from the ship. They even welcome you back to the ship with juice and fresh moistened towel to clean your hands. Everyone on the ship is vaccinated, and wears masks in common areas. And they do temperature checks on the way in to breakfast. Over all I felt much safer on the boat than I do walking around Boise. I would do another river cruise with Ama in a heartbeat.
Pros: Everything
Cons: The only con - you’re at the mercy of the river. We were delayed by about 12 hours for a sailing because a barge had run into a bridge and closed our passage for a while.
Accommodations
5
Activities
5
Entertainment
4
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
5
Overall
5
Recommend AmaKristina
Yes
Dec 1, 2019
5 out of 5 stars
AmaKristina
Wonderful ship. Cannot complement it enough. Layout easily navigated, decor perfect. and the crew was outstanding. Hope to take another river cruise on this ship.
Pros: Loved that elevator went to be lowest level.
Cons: None!
Accommodations
5
Activities
5
Entertainment
4
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
5
Overall
5
Recommend AmaKristina
Yes
Oct 10, 2017
5 out of 5 stars
AmaKristina
Very nice.
Pros: Everything was first class
Cons: None
Accommodations
5
Activities
5
Entertainment
5
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
5
Overall
5
Recommend AmaKristina
Yes
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AmaKristina
From
Paris, France
1 Sailing
Oct 19, 2026
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AmaKristina
From
Barcelona, Spain
1 Sailing
Dec 7, 2026
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Paris, France
2 Sailings
Nov 15 - Nov 29, 2027
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Barcelona, Spain
1 Sailing
Oct 11, 2027
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Lyon, France
1 Sailing
Nov 18, 2027
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AmaKristina
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Barcelona, Spain
2 Sailings
Nov 22 - Dec 6, 2027
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Lyon, France
1 Sailing
Dec 2, 2027
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AmaKristina
From
Lyon, France
3 Sailings
May 6 - Oct 21, 2027
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AmaKristina
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Lyon, France
1 Sailing
Aug 12, 2027
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AmaKristina
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Arles, France
1 Sailing
Dec 9, 2027
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