AmaVida

4.6

11 Reviews

Amawaterways AmaVida river ship exterior.

Overview

Exclusively sailing the Douro River, AmaWaterways' AmaVida features a decorative color palette reminiscent of the beautiful sunsets for which this river is known. These very same sunsets can be seen from the balconies that are featured in many of the staterooms, or from the Sun Deck, where the view can be complemented by a glass of the region's famous Port wine. One of the world's oldest wine regions, you will spend the day tasting and traipsing through vineyards, before treating yourself to a relaxing massage aboard AmaVida.

Quick Facts

Year Built

2013

Refurbished

-

Wheelchair Accessible

No

Godmother

Sharon Stone

Passenger Capacity

102

Crew

38

Passenger to Crew Ratio

2.68 AmaVida Cruises

A wide-angle view of the Douro River in Portugal, with a small village and terraced vineyards on the surrounding hillsides, a prominent feature of Peso da Régua.

Save up to $7,000 on 2027 Cruises*

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Madrid

Toledo (Spain)

Madrid

Salamanca

Vega de Terron

Barca d'Alva

Pinhao

Peso da Regua

Entre-Os-Rios

Porto (Oporto)

Lisbon

Sintra

+13 more

Aboard

AmaVida

From

Madrid, Spain

1 Sailing

Nov 17, 2027

Published prices from

$6,499

per person*

taxes & fees included

Cruise Details

A scenic view of a Roman arch bridge spanning a calm river in Barca d'Alva, Portugal, with the bridge's arches and the surrounding landscape perfectly reflected in the still water below.

Save up to $2,500 on 2025 & 2026 Sailings*

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Lisbon

Porto (Oporto)

Entre-Os-Rios

Peso da Regua

Pinhao

Barca d'Alva

Vega de Terron

Salamanca

Madrid

+10 more

Aboard

AmaVida

From

Lisbon, Portugal

2 Sailings

Jul 8 - Jul 22, 2026

Published prices from

$7,379

per person*

taxes & fees included

Cruise Details

A panoramic view of the Douro River in Portugal, showcasing the terraced vineyards on the hillsides surrounding the small town of Pinhão, with a bridge crossing the water.

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Barca d'Alva

Pinhao

Peso da Regua

Entre-Os-Rios

Porto (Oporto)

+2 more

Aboard

AmaVida

From

Vega de Terrón (Salamanca), Spain

1 Sailing

Dec 19, 2026

Published prices from

$3,349

per person*

taxes & fees included

Cruise Details

Save up to $2,500 on 2025 & 2026 Sailings*

7-night Flavors Of Portugal & Spain (A Taste Of Christmas Markets)

Barca d'Alva

Pinhao

Peso da Regua

Entre-Os-Rios

Porto (Oporto)

+2 more

Aboard

AmaVida

From

Vega de Terrón (Salamanca), Spain

1 Sailing

Nov 21, 2026

Published prices from

$3,149

per person*

taxes & fees included

Cruise Details

Historic cityscape of Porto, Portugal, along the Douro River at dusk.

Save up to $2,500 on 2025 & 2026 Sailings*

7-night Flavors Of Portugal & Spain Wine Cruise

Porto (Oporto)

Entre-Os-Rios

Peso da Regua

Pinhao

Barca d'Alva

+1 more

Aboard

AmaVida

From

Porto (Oporto), Portugal

2 Sailings

Jul 11 - Jul 25, 2026

Published prices from

$5,249

per person*

taxes & fees included

Cruise Details

Save up to $7,000 on 2027 Cruises*+ 1 more offer

7-night Flavors Of Portugal & Spain Cruise

Barca d'Alva

Pinhao

Peso da Regua

Entre-Os-Rios

Porto (Oporto)

+3 more

Aboard

AmaVida

From

Vega de Terrón (Salamanca), Spain

37 Sailings

Mar 28, 2026 - Dec 18, 2027

Published prices from

$3,349

per person*

taxes & fees included

Cruise Details

Save up to $7,000 on 2027 Cruises*+ 1 more offer

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Lisbon

Sintra

Lisbon

Tomar

Porto (Oporto)

Peso da Regua

Vega de Terron

Salamanca

Pinhao

Peso da Regua

Porto (Oporto)

+7 more

Aboard

AmaVida

From

Lisbon, Portugal

2 Sailings

Dec 23, 2026 - Dec 22, 2027

Published prices from

$4,399

per person*

taxes & fees included

Cruise Details

FREE Excursions, Specialty Dining, Wi-Fi & More*+ 1 more offer

7-night Flavors Of Portugal & Spain (Festive Delights) Cruise

Barca d'Alva

Pinhao

Peso da Regua

Entre-Os-Rios

Porto (Oporto)

+3 more

Aboard

AmaVida

From

Vega de Terrón (Salamanca), Spain

1 Sailing

Nov 20, 2027

Cruise Details

FREE Excursions, Specialty Dining, Wi-Fi & More*+ 2 more offers

7-night Flavors Of Portugal & Spain Cruise

Porto (Oporto)

Entre-Os-Rios

Peso da Regua

Pinhao

Barca d'Alva

+2 more

Aboard

AmaVida

From

Porto (Oporto), Portugal

32 Sailings

Mar 21, 2026 - Dec 11, 2027

Published prices from

$2,899

per person*

taxes & fees included

Cruise Details

A picturesque view of the Baroque-style Casa de Mateus palace in Portugal, with its ornate facade and garden reflecting on a tranquil pond with a statue.

FREE Excursions, Specialty Dining, Wi-Fi & More*+ 1 more offer

7-night Flavors of Portugal & Spain Cruise

Porto (Oporto)

Entre-Os-Rios

Peso da Regua

Mateus

Peso da Regua

Lamego

Pinhao

Barca d'Alva

Castelo Rodrigo

+4 more

Aboard

AmaVida

From

Porto (Oporto), Portugal

2 Sailings

May 16 - May 30, 2026

Cruise Details

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Activities & Amenities

Wine Room

Massage

Staterooms

Suite with Balcony

Balcony 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, hair dryer,...

Suite

Size: 323 sq.ft. Balcony. Located on deck Porto. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet shower heads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair d...

Balcony Stateroom

Size: 215 sq.ft. Balcony. Located on deck Lisbon. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet shower heads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair...

Balcony Stateroom

Pourto Deck

Size: 215 sq.ft. Balcony. Located on deck Porto. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet shower heads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair d...

Balcony Stateroom

Lisbon Deck

Outside Stateroom

Douro Deck

Size: 161 sq.ft. Panoramic Window. Located on deck Douro. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet shower heads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirro...

Outside Stateroom

Douro Deck

Deck Plans

Sun Deck

Pourto Deck

Lisbon Deck

Douro Deck

The Reviews Are In

4.6

Based on 11 reviews

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Nov 5, 2025

5 out of 5 stars

Pros: Great flexibility and enjoyed tge pace

Cons: Not able to visit museums during the tour. But able to plan during pre land for private guided tours.

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Recommend

Yes

Apr 10, 2025

5 out of 5 stars

AMA has really upped their food game if this cruise was any indication.

Pros: Food, layout of suite, coffee machine

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Yes

Nov 14, 2018

5 out of 5 stars

We were not sure what to expect! We really enjoyed the small ship experience and would do it again in the future.

Pros: Loved the small ship experience and the intimacy of the trip. The crew and the staff were outstanding and helped you with anything you needed. Our cruise director, Luis Rivero (spelling???) was outstanding and went over and beyond the call of duty - fabulous person.

Cons: I was not aware we would be on buses so frequently. The trips at night were not scheduled so we could see the country side - that was a shame.

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Yes

May 25, 2018

5 out of 5 stars

Cruise manager Mariana Santos was excellent

Pros: Everything was wonderful especially the Tawny Port wine

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Yes

Oct 30, 2017

5 out of 5 stars

Overall, an excellent value for the variety and activities

Pros: Beautiful scenery and weather was great in October. Cruise including going through five locks, including two of the biggest in terms of the change in water level (both over 100 feet). Local guides and AMA guide for the entire trip were exceptional.

Cons: Really none. The Madrid flamingo show was too expensive, so did not go

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Jun 2, 2017

5 out of 5 stars

Had the time of our lives and would highly recommend it. The Douro is one of the most beautiful areas in Europe that I have cruised. I liked the cruising in the morning and enjoying the beautiful sights along the river and then touring in the afternoon.

Pros: Beautiful ship, delicious food, all the good wine you can drink, excellent service, interesting tours

Cons: Did not like the bed configuration for two women traveling together (a woman designer would have come up with something better) and the other ships I have been on had a separate computer in the room, whereas, this ship had it integrated it into the TV.

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Yes

The Reviews Are In

4.6

Based on 11 reviews

11 Reviews

Sort by

Nov 5, 2025

5 out of 5 stars

Pros: Great flexibility and enjoyed tge pace

Cons: Not able to visit museums during the tour. But able to plan during pre land for private guided tours.

Accommodations

Activities

Entertainment

Food

Staff

Itinerary

Value

Overall

Recommend

Yes

Apr 10, 2025

5 out of 5 stars

AMA has really upped their food game if this cruise was any indication.

Pros: Food, layout of suite, coffee machine

Cons:

Accommodations

Activities

Entertainment

Food

Staff

Itinerary

Value

Overall

Recommend

Yes

Nov 14, 2018

5 out of 5 stars

We were not sure what to expect! We really enjoyed the small ship experience and would do it again in the future.

Cons: I was not aware we would be on buses so frequently. The trips at night were not scheduled so we could see the country side - that was a shame.

Accommodations

Activities

Entertainment

Food

Staff

Itinerary

Value

Overall

Recommend

Yes

May 25, 2018

5 out of 5 stars

Cruise manager Mariana Santos was excellent

Pros: Everything was wonderful especially the Tawny Port wine

Cons:

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Activities

Entertainment

Food

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Recommend

Yes

Oct 30, 2017

5 out of 5 stars

Overall, an excellent value for the variety and activities

Cons: Really none. The Madrid flamingo show was too expensive, so did not go

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Activities

Entertainment

Food

Staff

Itinerary

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Recommend

Yes

Jun 2, 2017

5 out of 5 stars

Pros: Beautiful ship, delicious food, all the good wine you can drink, excellent service, interesting tours

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Entertainment

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Recommend

Yes

AmaVida

2013

-

No

Sharon Stone

102

38

2.68

AmaVida Cruises

7-night Flavors Of Portugal & Spain (Festive Delights) With 3-nights Madrid Pre-Cruise And 3-nights Lisbon Post-Cruise Cruise/Land Package

$6,499

7-night Flavors Of Portugal & Spain (Wine Cruise) With 3-nights Lisbon Pre-Cruise And 3-nights Madrid Post-Cruise Cruise/Land Package

$7,379

7-night Flavors Of Portugal & Spain (A Taste Of Christmas Markets) Cruise

$3,349

7-night Flavors Of Portugal & Spain (A Taste Of Christmas Markets)

$3,149

7-night Flavors Of Portugal & Spain Wine Cruise

$5,249

7-night Flavors Of Portugal & Spain Cruise

$3,349

7-night Enticing Douro With 3-nights Lisbon Pre-Cruise Cruise/Land Package

$4,399

7-night Flavors Of Portugal & Spain (Festive Delights) Cruise

7-night Flavors Of Portugal & Spain Cruise

$2,899

7-night Flavors of Portugal & Spain Cruise

Activities & Amenities

Wine Room

Massage

Bars & Lounges

Wellness

Staterooms

Suite with Balcony

Suite

Balcony Stateroom

Balcony Stateroom

Balcony Stateroom

Outside Stateroom

Outside Stateroom

Deck Plans

The Reviews Are In

Based on 11 reviews

2013

-

No

Sharon Stone

102

38

2.68

Activities & Amenities

Wine Room

Massage

Bars & Lounges

Wellness

Deck Plans

The Reviews Are In

Based on 11 reviews

Staterooms

Suite with Balcony

Suite

Balcony Stateroom

Balcony Stateroom

Balcony Stateroom

Outside Stateroom

Outside Stateroom

AmaVida Cruises

7-night Flavors Of Portugal & Spain (Festive Delights) With 3-nights Madrid Pre-Cruise And 3-nights Lisbon Post-Cruise Cruise/Land Package

$6,499

7-night Flavors Of Portugal & Spain (Wine Cruise) With 3-nights Lisbon Pre-Cruise And 3-nights Madrid Post-Cruise Cruise/Land Package

$7,379

7-night Flavors Of Portugal & Spain (A Taste Of Christmas Markets) Cruise

$3,349

7-night Flavors Of Portugal & Spain (A Taste Of Christmas Markets)

$3,149

7-night Flavors Of Portugal & Spain Wine Cruise

$5,249

7-night Flavors Of Portugal & Spain Cruise

$3,349

7-night Enticing Douro With 3-nights Lisbon Pre-Cruise Cruise/Land Package