Enticing Douro (Taste of Christmas) (Smithsonian Journeys)

Designed specifically for the golden landscapes and winding contours of Portugal’s Douro River, AmaSintra offers a refined, boutique cruise experience for just 102 guests. Purpose-built for this UNESCO-designated region, the ship delivers elegance, warmth, and cultural immersion at every turn.

From the moment you step aboard, AmaSintra feels like a floating retreat—complete with panoramic lounges, a sun deck and heated pool, a fitness and wellness area, and locally inspired cuisine served in the Main Restaurant and The Chef’s Table specialty venue.

Staterooms feature clean, contemporary styling and private balconies or panoramic windows to make the most of the Douro’s stunning terraced vineyards and ancient riverbanks. With carefully curated shore excursions and AmaWaterways' award-winning service, AmaSintra offers a graceful, immersive way to explore Portugal’s most treasured river valley.