AmaDante

AmaDante at a glance

AmaDante is an AmaWaterways river ship launched in 2008, built for the intimate scale of European inland waterways. Here are the essentials a traveller sizes her up by:

• Cabins: 71 staterooms and suites across three grades
• Known for: a high crew-to-guest ratio, a complimentary bicycle fleet, and a heated sun-deck pool with an integrated swim-up bar

Current sailings depart from Paris and Le Havre, exploring the rivers and landscapes of France.

Dining on AmaDante

AmaDante serves all main meals in the Main Restaurant, an elegant, open-seating dining room where regional cuisine is paired with passing river views — all included in your fare. Open seating means you choose when you sit and who you sit with, which keeps the atmosphere genuinely relaxed rather than regimented.

For something more theatrical, The Chef's Table offers a dedicated chef crafting a multi-course tasting menu in an intimate setting, also included in your cruise fare. It is culinary theatre in the most literal sense: the cooking happens in front of you, with personalised attention throughout, and there is no supplementary charge.

The Specialty Coffee & Tea Station is self-service and complimentary — a useful detail for early risers or anyone who wants a quiet brew away from the main dining times.

Life on board

The Main Lounge is where ship life gathers in the evenings: cocktails at the bar, port talks from the crew, and live entertainment. Drinks are charged separately unless you hold a beverage package, but the space itself is open to all.

Up on the Sun Deck, the Heated Sun-Deck Pool is the most distinctive feature — a rare amenity on a river ship, with an integrated swim-up bar so you can order a drink without leaving the water. The walking track circles the same deck for anyone who prefers to stay active in the open air. Both are included in your fare.

The Fitness Center carries modern cardio and strength equipment, complimentary to use; specialist classes carry a separate charge. For something quieter, the Library offers books and games in a calm retreat away from the deck. The Massage & Hair Salon is available for treatments at an extra charge, and the Gift Shop stocks souvenirs and regional keepsakes.

One feature that sets AmaDante apart from a resort hotel is the Complimentary Bicycle Fleet. Bikes are available to all guests at no charge, giving you the freedom to explore each port at your own pace — no guided tour required, no extra cost.

Cabins on AmaDante

AmaDante carries three cabin grades; full deck plans are on the AmaDante cabins and deck plans page. All grades sleep two.

• Outside Cabin D (15.8 m²) — A fixed river-view window delivers natural light and passing scenery. It is the most affordable way to wake up to the Seine without paying the balcony premium.
• Balcony Stateroom A+ (20.9 m²) — Around 5 m² more floor space than the standard balcony staterooms, which makes a noticeable difference when you want to spread out or move around the cabin comfortably.
• Suite S (23.7 m²) — The largest accommodation on board, with a balcony and roughly 8 m² more space than a standard balcony stateroom. If you spend time in the cabin as well as on deck, this is the grade that gives you room to do it.

Current sailings aboard AmaDante start from A$3,518pp*. Our cruise experts can walk you through which grade and fare inclusions suit your travel style before you book.

Where AmaDante sails

All current sailings operate in France, cruising the Seine. Departures run from both Paris and Le Havre (Paris), with itineraries of up to 7 nights. Because the ports of embarkation are in France, every sailing requires a flight from Australia — which is why we treat the cruise as the centrepiece of a wider trip, packaging the flights, hotels and transfers around it through our DreamAway Packages.

To see every sailing currently available with AmaWaterways, visit their cruise line page.

Why book AmaDante with CruiseAway

Our cruise experts know these itineraries and can advise on cabin grades, inclusions and what to expect at each port — that matters on a ship where the difference between an Outside Cabin and a Suite is a meaningful choice, not just a price difference. We back every booking with our Best Price Guarantee, and for sailings that start in France we build the complete trip — flights, hotels either side, and transfers — into a single DreamAway Package booking, so nothing is left unconnected.

Common questions about AmaDante

Do I need a visa to sail from Paris or Le Havre?

Australian passport holders travelling to France are entering the Schengen Area. Entry requirements depend on your passport and the length of stay, so check the current rules with the French consulate or the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade before booking. Our cruise experts can flag what documentation AmaWaterways typically requires at embarkation.

Which cabin grade is right for me on AmaDante?

If budget is the priority and you still want a river view, the Outside Cabin D at 15.8 m² delivers that through a fixed window. If you want a balcony and more room to move, the Balcony Stateroom A+ at 20.9 m² is worth the step up. The Suite S at 23.7 m² is the roomiest option on the ship and suits couples who spend meaningful time in the cabin as well as on deck. The AmaDante cabins and deck plans page has the layout in detail, and our cruise experts can advise on which grade has the best availability for your dates.

Are excursions included in the fare?

AmaWaterways typically includes guided shore excursions in their river cruise fares, though the specific inclusions vary by itinerary and fare type. The complimentary bicycle fleet means you also have the option to explore ports independently at no extra cost. Our cruise experts can confirm exactly what is included on the departure you are considering.

How many fellow guests will I be sharing the ship with?

AmaDante carries up to 140 passengers, served by 45 crew. That crew-to-guest ratio means attentive service, and the overall scale of the ship keeps the atmosphere intimate — more like a house party than a floating resort.

Are there other AmaWaterways ships I should consider?

If you are weighing up your options within the AmaWaterways fleet, CruiseAway also lists AmaBella, AmaCello, AmaVida, AmaReina and AmaVerde — each another ship in the fleet you may be choosing between.