river Ship

AmaSintra

by AmaWaterways

About this ship

The AmaSintra Ship

  • Built in

    2025

  • Capacity

    102

  • Staterooms

    51

  • Crew

    38

  • Crew to guests

    1 : 2.7

  • Length

    79 m

  • Cruising speed

    12 knots

  • By

    AmaWaterways

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.

Deckplan

AmaWaterways AmaSintra ship deck plan
  • Sun DeckSun Deck · Pool · Outside Seating
  • Porto DeckThe Lark Lounge & Bar · Boutique · Reception · Suites · Cat A Staterooms · Cat C Staterooms
  • Lisbon DeckJourneys Restaurant · Fitness Room · Cat B Staterooms · Elevator
  • Douro DeckSpa · Cat D Staterooms · Cat E Staterooms · Elevator

Dining

Dining on board

AmaSintra carries 102 guests on the Douro, dining in the Journey Restaurant. Menus highlight Portuguese flavors and international favorites, often paired with wines from the valley, and lighter bites, afternoon tea, and a coffee station are available between meals.

Complimentary

Journey Restaurant

Experience award-winning cuisine inspired by the regions you sail through. Every dish is crafted from the freshest local ingredients and presented with elegance, turning each meal into a celebration of flavor, artistry, and place.

Regional Flavors and Fresh Ingredients<br>Taste the essence of every destination through cuisine crafted from locally sourced ingredients and using regional traditions, bringing the authentic flavors of your travel destination directly to your table.

Perfectly Paired Wines and Beverages<br>

Pair dishes with regional wines, beers, or handcrafted cocktails, thoughtfully chosen by our sommeliers to complement each dish and enhance your dining experience throughout the journey.

Sailings on this ship

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Suites

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Suite

323 sq. feet · sleeps up to 2

At approximately 323 square feet, the Suite aboard AmaSintra offers an elevated level of comfort, privacy, and panoramic beauty. Featuring a full step-out balcony with seating, it’s the perfect place to enjoy the Douro’s rolling hills and sun-drenched vineyards from the serenity of your own suite.

The interior includes a king-size bed, full seating area with sofa and table, writing desk, and large closet. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors flood the suite with natural light and open onto the balcony, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor connection.

The spacious bathroom is outfitted with a double vanity, walk-in rain shower, plush robes, and premium bath amenities. Suite guests enjoy added touches like complimentary laundry service, a welcome gift, and priority dining and excursion access. This suite is ideal for those who want the ultimate in space, service, and scenery.

  • Lounge Area
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Room Service Available
  • TV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Media/Entertainment Station
  • Safe

Category A

237 sq. feet · sleeps up to 2

Category A staterooms measure approximately 237 square feet and are located on the ship’s top deck for prime views of the river and vineyards. Each room features a full step-out balcony with outdoor seating, perfect for enjoying the scenery as you cruise through Portugal’s heartland.

Inside, the stateroom includes a queen-size bed, sitting area with chairs and table, writing desk, infotainment system, and plenty of storage. The design is clean and calming, with soft neutrals and elegant wood accents that reflect the natural beauty outside.

The bathroom includes a glass-enclosed shower, vanity with generous counter space, and locally sourced bath products. Category A is ideal for guests who want private outdoor access and top-deck convenience in a refined, open space.

  • Lounge Area
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Room Service Available
  • TV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Media/Entertainment Station
  • Safe

Category B

237 sq. feet · sleeps up to 2

Also offering 237 square feet, Category B staterooms are located on a slightly lower deck than Category A but share the same inviting layout and full step-out balcony. These rooms offer a quiet setting with expansive views of the riverbanks and nearby villages.

Inside, you’ll find a queen-size bed, seating area, desk, and entertainment system. Thoughtful decorative touches and warm lighting create a peaceful, welcoming ambiance.

The bathroom features a sleek walk-in shower, modern vanity, and quality bath amenities. Category B is perfect for those who want balcony access and a quiet, well-appointed space close to all ship amenities.

  • Queen or Twin Configuration
  • Lounge Area
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Room Service Available
  • TV
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer

Category C

214 sq. feet · sleeps up to 2

Category C staterooms are approximately 214 square feet and feature a French balcony with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors that open to let in light, air, and unobstructed views of the Douro.

Each room includes a queen-size bed, writing desk, flat-screen infotainment system, and stylish furnishings that reflect regional charm and modern comfort. The layout is ideal for two guests looking to enjoy a bright, airy space without the footprint of a full balcony.

The bathroom includes a walk-in shower and sleek vanity with thoughtful storage. Category C is ideal for guests who want immersive views and a stylish, intimate retreat for their journey through Portugal.

  • Queen or Twin Configuration
  • Lounge Area
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Room Service Available
  • TV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe

Category D

161 sq. feet · sleeps up to 2

Category D staterooms offer 161 square feet of smart, comfortable design located on the Piano Deck. A high-set fixed window provides soft natural light and a peaceful view of the river, just above the waterline.

Each room features a queen-size bed, writing desk, infotainment system, and compact but stylish storage options. The décor is warm and understated, creating a restful space after a day of excursions.

Bathrooms include a glass-enclosed shower and luxury bath amenities. Ideal for travelers who want value and quiet surroundings, Category D offers all the essentials with thoughtful finishes and river-level perspective.

  • Queen or Twin Configuration
  • Lounge Area
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Room Service Available
  • TV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe

Category E

161 sq. feet · sleeps up to 2

Also located on the Piano Deck, Category E staterooms are 161 square feet and provide well-appointed accommodations at an excellent value. A high-set fixed window offers filtered natural light while maintaining privacy and tranquility.

Inside, guests will find a queen-size bed, flat-screen infotainment system, desk, and sleek furnishings in a neutral palette. These rooms are ideal for active guests who prioritize time ashore and value a peaceful, comfortable room to return to.

The bathroom includes a walk-in shower, contemporary vanity, and bath essentials. Category E is the perfect blend of simplicity, comfort, and affordability for a Douro River voyage.

  • Queen or Twin Configuration
  • Lounge Area
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Room Service Available
  • TV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe

French Balcony - C

161 sq. feet · sleeps up to 2

Relax and rejuvenate in spacious, luxurious staterooms with plenty of amenities. Most feature outside balconies that afford stunning views of the scenery along the river.

  • Queen or Twin Configuration
  • Lounge Area
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Room Service Available
  • TV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe

Outside Balcony - A

215 sq. feet · sleeps up to 2

Relax and rejuvenate in spacious, luxurious staterooms with plenty of amenities. Most feature outside balconies that afford stunning views of the scenery along the river.

  • Lounge Area
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Room Service Available
  • TV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Media/Entertainment Station
  • Safe

Outside Balcony - B

215 sq. feet · sleeps up to 2

Relax and rejuvenate in spacious, luxurious staterooms with plenty of amenities. Most feature outside balconies that afford stunning views of the scenery along the river.

  • Queen or Twin Configuration
  • Lounge Area
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Room Service Available
  • TV
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer

Panoramic Window - D

161 sq. feet · sleeps up to 2

Relax and rejuvenate in spacious, luxurious staterooms with plenty of amenities. Most feature outside balconies that afford stunning views of the scenery along the river.

  • Queen or Twin Configuration
  • Lounge Area
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Room Service Available
  • TV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe

Panoramic Window - E

161 sq. feet · sleeps up to 2

Relax and rejuvenate in spacious, luxurious staterooms with plenty of amenities. Most feature outside balconies that afford stunning views of the scenery along the river.

  • Queen or Twin Configuration
  • Lounge Area
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Room Service Available
  • TV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe

On board

Life on board

Spa & fitness

  • Sun Deck
  • Spa
  • Fitness Room
  • Fitness Classes

Venues & entertainment

  • The Lark Lounge & Bar
  • Onboard Entertainment
  • Boutique

Good to know

Before you sail

Can children sail on AmaSintra?

Guests must be at least 4 years old to travel with AmaWaterways, unless otherwise approved. Children under 18 must share a stateroom with an adult and remain supervised at all times, as balcony staterooms may be unsafe for unattended minors. On Africa Safaris & Wildlife Cruises, the minimum age is 12 due to safety considerations. AmaWaterways does not provide child-specific programs or childcare services.

What is the smoking policy on board?

Smoking is not permitted inside any AmaWaterways ship. It is only allowed in designated areas located at the aft of the Sun Deck. For the comfort and safety of all guests, we kindly ask that you observe this no-smoking policy while on board.

Limited Mobility

AmaSintra features an elevator* and wide public areas to make moving around easier. Some staterooms are specially designed for guests with mobility needs, and the crew is always available to offer assistance both on board and during shore excursions, ensuring you feel comfortable and supported throughout your trip.

Elevator reaches Porto, Lisbon and Douro Deck. Does not reach Sun Deck.

What is the dress code on AmaSintra?

Comfortable, layered clothing adaptable to changing weather conditions is always advisable for daytime excursions. For the evening, “Casually elegant” attire is recommend and you may want to pack something a little dressier for the Captain’s night/Farewell Dinner – similar to how one would dress to dine at a 5-star restaurant. Comfortable shoes are recommended for excursions and workout clothing if you plan to take part in any wellness activities, active tours or use the onboard gym. Depending on the time of year, clothing that can be layered is highly recommended.

Are special dietary requirements catered for?

Please advise your Travel Agent or call us directly to advise if you have any dietary restrictions or allergies prior to embarkation. In most cases, we will do our best to accommodate special dietary requests and food allergies, but with one exception: Kosher. This diet has specific rules regarding food and its preparation and the shipboard environment does have limitations that prevent us from being able to adequately cater to this dietary need. Please note, though we can provide options to accommodate food allergies and sensitivities, we cannot guarantee there will not be any cross-contamination.

Are there medical facilities on board?

AmaWaterways ships do not have onboard medical facilities or medical staff. In the event that assistance is needed, appropriate medical services can be contacted from shore, though response times may vary depending on the ship’s location. In Europe, medical services can easily be called from shore if required. Response times elsewhere can vary. Guests are strongly encouraged to obtain comprehensive travel insurance that includes coverage for medical treatment and evacuation while overseas.

Is there Wi-Fi on AmaSintra?

Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi is available in your room and in all public areas, making it easy to stay connected, share photos, or check in with loved ones during your journey.

Is there a laundry service on board?

Laundry services are available on all AmaWaterways ships for an additional fee, with price lists provided in your stateroom. Please note that dry cleaning is not available on board.

Excursions

AmaSintra sails exclusively on the Douro River, primarily through Portugal and a portion of Spain. Itineraries showcase Porto, the vineyard landscapes of the Douro Valley, Salamanca, and historic towns along the waterway.

Are audio headsets provided during excursions?<br>

Guided shore excursions in Europe and on Mekong River cruises in Vietnam & Camobida include a personal audio headset system, allowing you to clearly hear your tour guide while exploring or taking photos.

Payment Methods

Onboard payments vary by region. In Europe, charges are in euros and may be paid in cash or by credit card.

Solo Travellers

We warmly welcome solo travellers who wish to explore the world, meet kindred cruisers and become a part of our extended AmaWaterways family. With a variety of itineraries in fascinating destinations, you have every reason to take advantage of special savings reserved exclusively for solo travellers.

A Warm Welcome

Begin your river cruise with a guided ship tour created for solo travelers, offering a friendly introduction that helps you feel comfortable and confident from the very start.

Social Time, Your Way

Select invitations to cocktail gatherings or the Captain’s Table offer friendly ways to meet others, but you always have the freedom to enjoy time independently.

Small Groups, Big Connections

Our small onshore experience groups make it easier to meet fellow travelers and connect with knowledgeable local guides, creating meaningful opportunities to explore and learn at your own pace.

Dining That Feels Natural

Select dining tables are thoughtfully set for five, offering comfortable spaces that encourage easy conversation without the pressure of joining a larger group on your own.

Care That Feels Personal

Our Cruise Manager and crew offer thoughtful attention to solo travelers, providing warm guidance and support to ensure you feel comfortable and welcome throughout your journey.

Single Occupancy Staterooms

On select European ships like AmaCello, AmaDante, AmaDolce, and AmaLyra, enjoy our Waived Single Supplement. These ships feature a few specially designed single occupancy staterooms with French balconies (140 sq. ft.). Just pay the standard cruise fare, no extra fees.

Can children sail on AmaSintra?


The official language on board all AmaWaterways ships is English, and most crew members, guides, and Cruise Managers are fluent. Announcements and lectures are conducted in English. On Latin Experience cruises, a bilingual atmosphere is offered, with both English and Spanish spoken.

Sustainability

Environmentally-Friendly Ship Design

Our river cruise fleet has been thoughtfully designed with eco-friendly elements. These include energy-saving LED lights, special insulated windows that reduce energy needs for heating and cooling, power locks to plug into a port’s power supply instead of running generators, solar heating systems, water treatment plants that provide microfiltration and recycling of all water used on board. AmaMagna also has an innovative 10-engine configuration designed to reduce fuel consumption and solar panels have been installed on all stateroom balconies. In addition, the Zambezi Queen uses a water jet propulsion system that protects the Chobe riverbed, water-saving taps and showers, biodegradable detergents and soaps, and a five-stage water purification plant.

A Greener Onboard Experience

To reduce overall plastic consumption, we use paper straws (upon request), refillable glass water bottles in all staterooms, and hand out recyclable tetra-pak water containers for excursions across the fleet (where available). We have lessened unnecessary food waste from large-scale buffets by serving a la carte lunches on board our European fleet. For our personal audio devices used on excursions, we are proud to partner with Quietvox, which utilizes biodegradable rice paper bags and rechargeable batteries. In addition, our luggage tags and handy travel wallets are both made from recycled plastic bottle material and are now delivered to guest staterooms on board our ships in Europe, reducing our carbon footprint. The usage of our innovative myAmaCruise app and electronic travel documents has also significantly reduced paper consumption both pre-cruise and on board.

What is included in the fare?

Your cruise includes all meals, beer and wine with lunch and dinner, a daily Sip & Sail cocktail hour, Wi-Fi, and shore excursions in every port. Premium beverages, gratuities, and optional tours may be additional, but most of what you need for a seamless journey is already included.

All ships in Europe, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Egypt have a fitness center with exercise equipment (hours vary by ship).

Every ship also offers a gift shop with accessories, souvenirs, and essential items for your convenience.

Many ships include spa or salon services—Europe offers hair treatments, beauty services, and massages; Portugal and the AmaDara in Vietnam & Cambodia each feature an onboard spa; and Egypt offers similar massage services upon request.

Guests can also enjoy refreshing pools across destinations: whirlpools or heated pools in Europe (with saunas on select ships)

Gratuities

Gratuities are left to your discretion, but we provide general itinerary and destination-specific guidelines in the My Cruise section under “Prepare Your Cruise” within “Life On Board.” Guests may also choose to pre-pay gratuities for their river cruise and certain pre- or post-cruise land packages. For current rates or details, please contact your travel advisor or the AmaWaterways Reservations team.

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Itineraries on this ship

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Why AmaWaterways

AmaWaterways: The Heart of the River™

AmaWaterways offers award-winning river cruises that pair cultural depth with personal service and elegant comfort. A leader in river cruising, the line is known for inventive ship design, immersive itineraries, and real attention to guests. Whether you sail the rivers of Europe, the Nile in Egypt, or the Mekong in Southeast Asia, each voyage is built to reveal the heart of its destination.

European River Cruises: Culture and Scenery Along the Water

AmaWaterways' European river cruises take you to historic cities, small villages, and storied landscapes along the Rhine, Danube, Seine, Rhone, Moselle, and Douro. These all-inclusive voyages are a comfortable way to connect with Europe's culture and cuisine, backed by award-winning service on board.

  • Spacious staterooms, many with AmaWaterways' signature twin balconies for wide river views.
  • Regional cuisine and wine, including The Chef's Table specialty restaurant at no extra charge.
  • Included daily excursions such as guided walks, castle visits, wine tastings, and bike rides.
  • Onboard enrichment such as local entertainment, cultural talks, and wellness activities.

From fairy-tale castles in Germany to vineyards in Portugal and festive markets in Austria, AmaWaterways brings Europe's cultural treasures to life on every cruise.

River Voyages Beyond Europe: The World's Legendary Waterways

Beyond Europe, AmaWaterways sails some of the world's most storied rivers, including the Mekong in Southeast Asia, the Nile in Egypt, and the Chobe in Africa. These cruises deepen your connection to each region, blending history, spirituality, and vibrant local culture.

  • Small-group guided excursions with expert local guides.
  • Comfortable shipboard amenities that reflect the character of the destination.
  • Authentic experiences such as tuk-tuk rides, cooking classes, wildlife safaris, and temple visits.
  • All-inclusive packages with curated land extensions available before or after the cruise.

Whether you are exploring Angkor Wat, sailing past Egyptian temples, or watching wildlife in Botswana, AmaWaterways opens up access to remarkable places.

Wellness and Enrichment Onboard

AmaWaterways is a pioneer in bringing wellness to river cruising. Each ship has a professionally trained Wellness Host who leads group classes such as yoga, stretching, and cardio. Active excursions add hiking and biking, while spa services and a fitness room offer ways to relax and recover.

  • Wellness programs on every European sailing.
  • Guided bike tours and active shore excursions.
  • Locally inspired spa treatments and onboard fitness facilities.
  • Healthy menu options and fresh ingredients at every meal.

Together these keep travelers active, engaged, and refreshed throughout the journey.

A Curated Selection by Small Ship Travel

At Small Ship Travel we work with only the river cruise lines that meet our standards for authenticity, comfort, and cultural depth. AmaWaterways stands out in our portfolio for its thoughtful itineraries, award-winning ships, and steady focus on guest service.

We work closely with AmaWaterways to tailor itineraries so each guest enjoys a smooth, enriching voyage. Whether you are planning a romantic Rhine getaway, a culinary Seine voyage, or a culturally rich Nile cruise, Small Ship Travel has the expertise to put it all together.

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Booking with Small Ship Travel gives you personalized planning, added perks, and concierge-level service from start to finish. From choosing the right itinerary to arranging pre- and post-cruise experiences, we make sure every detail is handled.

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