AmaVida

Amazing Douro

April

Pros: Wonderful scenery, lovely people and great wines/port

Cons: Maybe more bus time than you would expect

Recommended: Yes

On balance, to see the countryside in the Douro, coach travel is necessary but on the whole it was well worth the rides to see the areas around the river.

AmaVida the Duoro River Cruise

November

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.

Recommended: Yes

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

Amavida review

August

Pros: Great tour Manager

Cons: Food and service were not up to what we have experienced on other AMA trips

Recommended: No

Douro River

April

Pros: Everything was wonderful especially the Tawny Port wine

Cons:

Recommended: Yes

Cruise manager Mariana Santos was excellent

Port wine cruise with extensions in Lisbon and Salamanca/Madrid

October

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

Recommended: Yes

Overall, an excellent value for the variety and activities

Douro river cruise

August

Pros: Excellent tour & service

Cons: Lack of shopping time in each excursion.

Recommended: Yes

Allow more time to shop in every excursion. In Spain, due to siesta hour, should allow shopping 1st then tour or set a time to allow either or thereof.

The Beautiful Douro

May

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.

Recommended: Yes

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.

Port Wine and Flamenco cruise

April

Pros: The Cruise Manager and the crew were all superb. Most of the excursions were excellent.

Cons: Food was sub-par, especially for the price paid for the cruise. The day in Lamego was a waste of time.

Recommended: Yes

Enjoyable cruise, but not as good as the one on the Danube, where you could walk into town from each port. The crew was excellent. Food could have been better.

Awesome Week on the Enchanting Douro with Ama

March

Pros: Five Start Luxury & Service, Beautiful Scenery, Great Food & Wine

Cons: None!

Recommended: Yes

We loved everything about our trip with AmaWaterways. From the pre-cruise trip to Lisbon to the boat, the crew and service, food and wine, tour guides and itinerary....I wouldn't change a thing. We met the most fantastic people on board and enjoyed every minute of it. They give you options to be very active, or to just relax and they take care of every detail. The food was fantastic, and there are plenty of options. Portugal is a magnificent country, with a tremendous history and a people who are welcoming and full of joy. We are looking forward to our next trip on Ama.