River cruising is a magical way to travel!  It is all about sightseeing.

You have an opportunity to explore the waterways of Europe, Southeast Asia,  China, Africa, and the USA by taking a river cruise.  
It allows you to see, from the highways of time, a different perspective of a continent.  Easing through the countryside at a pace that permits all of the culture’s best possibilities to unfold.
River cruises carry memories of very intimate encounters with the countryside, local people, and fellow passengers.
Many first time river cruisers  discover that, unlike ocean cruising, there is very little boat motion.  The mandated slow speeds and flat waters of the rivers ensure a quiet, placid voyage.  It is often difficult when not on deck to even know the vessel is underway! [This video is worth a thousand words]  Linking the AmaWaterways with the water glass.
 
Meals are a special part of cruising, and river cruises have maintained that tradition.  Food is a key part of the river experience, prepared by a dedicated chef, the ship’s captain, or a restaurateur in a small village.
 
Practically everyone who has ever cruised along the rivers have at least one story about an unforgettable meal or food experience.  Special dietary considerations are always available.

A main allure of river cruising is the intimate atmosphere. Carrying fewer than 200 passengers, river cruises allow for a higher level of personalization than what's experienced on the 3,000-plus passenger megaships sailing today. On a riverboat, you don't have to worry about wait times at meals, nor do you have to stand in long lines when embarking or disembarking from different ports.

River ships are self-contained inns rather than big-resort hotels. ​
 

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