Sailing through Portugal on the Enticing Douro Soulful Experience route, you’ll have the opportunity to experience a three-night pre-cruise land package where you can learn about the history of the African diaspora in Lisbon, before embarking on AmaDouro in Porto for a seven-night river cruise along the Douro River. Onboard, enjoy fado music and authentic Portuguese culinary experiences along with unique wine tastings at local wine estates known as quintas.

The Colors of Provence Soulful Experience includes three nights in Paris pre- or post-cruise where you will learn about France’s Black heritage and the impact historical Black artists, writers, and entertainers had on the City of Love. Sail the Rhône River from Arles to Lyon on AmaKristina. Exclusive experiences celebrate Black heritage including guided tours highlighting jazz in addition to enjoying regional cuisine.

When sailing on the 11-night Secrets of Egypt & The Nile Soulful Experience, you’ll experience a pre-cruise land package in Cairo with visits to the city’s extraordinary museums and The Great Pyramid, the only Wonder of the Ancient World still in existence. After Cairo, guests board the 72-passenger AmaDahlia for a leisurely seven-night river cruise down the Nile. The roundtrip route begins and ends in Luxor, with stops in Edfu, Aswan, Esna, Kom Ombo, and Qena, all of which are home to ancient Egyptian temples. Daily tours and onboard experiences illuminate the rich African history of the region and local culinary delights. A highlight of the trip is a visit to a Nubian Village to meet locals who conserve the traditions of their ancestors that once ruled Egypt.

In 2025, AmaWaterways will debut two new Soulful Experience destinations: South Africa and Colombia. The Stars of South Africa sailing is a 4-night cruise with a 10-night post-cruise land excursion including safaris by river and land, African penguin spotting in Cape Town’s Boulders Beach, a visit to the Cape of Good Hope at the southern tip of the Cape Peninsula, and a walk in the footsteps of Nelson Mandela during a visit to his Soweto home.

The Magic of Colombia’s seven-night sailing on the Magdalena River will introduce guests to Colombia’s storied Black history. Guests will experience a cumbia performance in El Banco and an exclusive colorful Carnaval experience in Barranquilla. Also, on the itinerary are plenty of chances to enjoy Colombian coffee, and spot endemic birds and wildlife.