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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
Refurbished
Wheelchair Accessible
Godmother
Passenger Capacity
Crew
Passenger to Crew Ratio
Sun Deck
Porto Deck
Lisbon Deck
Douro Deck
4.6
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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.
Accommodations
5
Activities
5
Entertainment
4
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
0
Overall
5
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
5
Activities
5
Entertainment
3
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
0
Overall
5
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.
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.
Accommodations
5
Activities
4
Entertainment
5
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
4
Value
0
Overall
5
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:
Accommodations
5
Activities
5
Entertainment
5
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
0
Overall
5
Recommend
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
Accommodations
4
Activities
5
Entertainment
4
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
0
Overall
5
Recommend
Yes
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.
Accommodations
4
Activities
5
Entertainment
5
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
0
Overall
5
Recommend
Yes
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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AmaVida
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Porto (Oporto), Portugal
1 Sailing
Jul 25, 2026
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AmaVida
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Lisbon, Portugal
1 Sailing
Jul 22, 2026
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AmaVida
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Lisbon, Portugal
1 Sailing
Sep 29, 2027
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AmaVida
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Madrid, Spain
1 Sailing
Nov 17, 2027
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AmaVida
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Vega de Terrón (Salamanca), Spain
1 Sailing
Dec 19, 2026
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AmaVida
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Vega de Terrón (Salamanca), Spain
1 Sailing
Nov 21, 2026
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AmaVida
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Vega de Terrón (Salamanca), Spain
29 Sailings
Jul 18, 2026 - Dec 18, 2027
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AmaVida
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Vega de Terrón (Salamanca), Spain
1 Sailing
Nov 20, 2027
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AmaVida
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Porto (Oporto), Portugal
29 Sailings
Aug 8, 2026 - Dec 11, 2027
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AmaVida
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Porto (Oporto), Portugal
2 Sailings
Dec 26, 2026 - Dec 25, 2027
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