AmaCerto Review

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Carolyn Spencer Brown
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AmaWaterways has carved out a niche for itself in the river cruise arena with its emphasis on wine and food amid comfortably stylish surrounds. AmaCerto, along with sister ship AmaPrima, are among the newer models in the fleet to carry on that tradition.

The majority of AmaCerto's staterooms (along with those found on AmaPrima and near-sisters AmaBella and AmaVerde) feature double-balcony configurations. One side is a French verandah, with floor-to-ceiling doors that open wide, and the other is an actual balcony, with comfortable chairs. Notable, too: These spacious staterooms aren't limited to a lucky few. On the top two cabin decks, they're plentiful.

Other delightful features on AmaCerto make it such a welcoming ship. On the sun deck, a splash pool (with swim-up bar) and deep, comfy wicker-like sofas are popular gathering spots. The small gym is well stocked with state-of-the-art equipment, and the sprawling lounge features a library nook with a faux fireplace.

It's important to note, though, that the ship's gorgeous decor and creature comforts are a backdrop to the experience you'll have on land. AmaWaterways features a nice range of possibilities in each port (most of which come in the complimentary category) that target a variety of travel styles. Highlights include standard tours; themed experiences geared toward interests in areas like art, food and wine; and recreationally oriented expeditions on bicycles. (Two dozen of them are stored onboard, and they're free for passengers to use in port.)

AmaWaterways offers terrific value-for-money extras on its cruises; these include free and unlimited Wi-Fi (with an unusually fast connection for a cruise ship) and complimentary beer, wine and soda at lunch and dinner.

Rounding out a superb cruise experience, the crew on AmaCerto are outstanding. Warm, efficient and personable, the tone was set for us on the first night onboard, when a couple, having traveled all day, arrived well after mealtime. They plaintively asked the bartender if there were snacks available. Instead, she went down to the kitchen and assembled them a full meal.

About

Passengers: 164
Crew: 49
Passenger to Crew: 3.35:1
Launched: 2012
Shore Excursions: 97

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Fellow Passengers

AmaWaterways generally appeals to well-traveled, 50-plus passengers with a strong interest in culinary arts and active exploration. Geographically, passengers are strongly drawn from North America, but the cruise line attracts a solid representation from the U.K. and Australia, where its partner, APT Touring, also markets the line.

AmaWaterways AmaCerto Dress Code

Day and night, the prevailing dress code is country club casual, except for the once-a-cruise Captain's Dinner, when male passengers don jackets and ties and women wear cocktail garb.

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Where does AmaWaterways AmaCerto sail from?

AmaWaterways AmaCerto departs from Amsterdam and Basel

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AmaWaterways AmaCerto Cruiser Reviews

Absolutely Stunning

I would like to compliment the AMACERTO for the wonderful accommodations and the ships crew for being the best in what they do.Read More
TheTravelTeam_2023

couple2-5 Cruises

Age 70s

The crew made all the difference

We wanted to try a different river cruise line and selected Ama, sailing on the AmaCerto from Basel to Amsterdam. The crew really made the cruise special.Read More
Gig Harbor Cruiser

many10+ Cruises

Age 70s

AmaZing

Just can't wait to sail again.The meals are just delicious and so well presented.Read More
Joel Lagimoniere

oneFirst Time Cruiser

Age 62s

Fabulous Experience!

Realizing that I am a few words shy of the minimum, I will mention names of people who made the trip so great: Carolyn Durup of Town & Country Travel and our travel agent and host; Vanessa the Cruise Manager; Abigail, our Wine Steward; and Sali, our server.Just fabulous - ship and crew, hospitality crew, cruise manager and tour host - everything flowed smoothly throughout the week and the cruise experience itself was fantastic.Read More
jam9471

few6-10 Cruises

Age 70s

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