AmaCerto

AmaCerto at a Glance

AmaCerto entered service in 2012 and has been sailing European waterways for AmaWaterways ever since. Here is what to know before you read further:

• Built in 2012 and 135 metres in length
• 81 cabins accommodating up to 162 guests, served by a crew of 51
• Sails the Rhine, Main and Ijssel rivers
• Departures from Amsterdam, Basel, Luxembourg City and Nuremberg
• Complimentary dining at two restaurants, a heated pool with swim-up bar, and a bicycle fleet included for every guest

With a guest-to-crew ratio of roughly three to one, the ship is designed for attentive, personal service on intimate European itineraries of up to 13 nights. You can explore Rhine river cruises and Ijssel sailings across our full range, or go straight to AmaWaterways cruises to browse the entire fleet’s programme.

Dining on AmaCerto

AmaCerto offers two included dining venues, so there is no extra charge for either restaurant throughout your cruise.

The Main Restaurant is the culinary heart of the ship. Open-seating times mean you dine when it suits you, with regional cuisine served alongside river views — all covered by your cruise fare. For something more intimate, The Chef’s Table stages a multi-course tasting menu prepared by a dedicated chef in front of a small group of guests. Both venues are included for all guests, with no surcharge to book.

Between meals, the Specialty Coffee & Tea Station offers complimentary self-service speciality coffees and teas throughout the day. The Main Lounge carries a fully stocked bar where cocktails and drinks can be ordered; drinks are charged separately unless you hold a beverage package.

On-Board Life

AmaCerto’s public spaces are compact by design — everything is close and easy to find, which suits the unhurried pace of river cruising.

The Sun Deck runs the full width of the upper deck and gives unobstructed views of the passing riverbanks, with space for open-air dining on suitable days. Alongside it sits the Heated Sun-Deck Pool, complete with an integrated swim-up bar — one of the more distinctive features on a river ship of this size. A Walking Track on the same deck lets you keep up your daily steps with a river view.

Below deck, the Main Lounge doubles as the evening entertainment hub, hosting port talks, live performances and general socialising. The Library offers a quieter alternative — books and board games in a relaxed setting. For wellness, the Massage & Hair Salon is available on board, with treatments charged separately. The Fitness Center is complimentary for all guests. A Gift Shop sells souvenirs and essentials.

One feature worth singling out: the Complimentary Bicycle Fleet. At each port of call, guests can borrow a bike from the ship’s own fleet at no charge — ideal for exploring a medieval town centre or cycling along the towpath at your own pace, without joining a guided excursion.

Cabins and Suites on AmaCerto

AmaCerto’s 81 cabins span three principal grades, all sleeping two guests. Full deck plans and every cabin category are on the AmaCerto cabins and deck plans page.

The Suite SS is the most spacious option at 27.9 m², with a private balcony. The Balcony Cabin AA+ — the largest balcony cabin on board — measures 26.9 m² and also comes with a balcony. Both grades are well suited to guests who want to spend time in the cabin itself, perhaps watching the scenery from a private outdoor space. The Outside Cabin D, at 14.9 m², is an outside-view cabin without a balcony — it brings in natural light and river views at a lower price point than the balcony grades.

Our cruise experts can talk through which grade suits your travel style and budget. Every cabin across all grades sleeps two guests.

Where AmaCerto Sails

All current sailings on AmaCerto depart from European ports, which means every booking involves flying to your departure city. As the cruise is the centrepiece of a longer trip, Cruise1st can arrange the flights, hotels either side of the sailing and all transfers as a single Cruise1st Package — one booking, one point of contact.

The majority of sailings explore the Rhine, one of Europe’s most celebrated river routes, taking in the gorge, medieval castles and wine villages between Amsterdam and Basel. A smaller number of itineraries travel the Main, and one programme uses the Ijssel.

The most common departure ports are Amsterdam and Basel, with further options from Luxembourg City and Nuremberg. Itineraries run to a maximum of 13 nights.

Why Book AmaCerto with Cruise1st

Cruise1st is one of the UK’s leading cruise specialists — which means genuine expertise in AmaWaterways and its river programme, not a generalist travel agent picking from a brochure. Real cruise experts are available on the phone before you book, to help match the right itinerary, cabin grade and fare inclusions to what you actually want from the holiday.

Because every AmaCerto sailing requires flying to the departure port, most guests find it makes sense to bundle the cruise with flights, accommodation and transfers. Our Cruise1st Package does exactly that — everything arranged together, on one booking, so there are no gaps between your travel arrangements.

Other AmaWaterways Ships to Consider

If you are weighing up the fleet, Cruise1st also sells sailings on several other AmaWaterways vessels. AmaMagna and AmaVerde are two further ships in the fleet worth exploring, as are AmaVenita, AmaLea, AmaDahlia and Zambezi Queen. Each sails a different mix of itineraries — our experts can explain the differences.

Common Questions About AmaCerto

What Is Included in the AmaCerto Cruise Fare?

The cruise fare covers all meals at both the Main Restaurant and The Chef’s Table, complimentary speciality coffees and teas, access to the heated pool, fitness centre, walking track, sun deck and library, and use of the ship’s bicycle fleet ashore. Drinks at the bar, spa treatments and shore excursions booked through AmaWaterways are charged separately.

Do I Need to Book a Table at The Chef’s Table?

The Chef’s Table is an intimate venue where a dedicated chef prepares a multi-course tasting menu in front of guests. Because it is a smaller, dedicated space, availability per sailing is limited — it is worth discussing reservation arrangements with your Cruise1st expert at the time of booking.

Which Cabin Grade Offers the Best Value on AmaCerto?

That depends on how you intend to use your cabin. The Outside Cabin D at 14.9 m² suits guests who plan to spend most of their time on deck or ashore and want to keep costs down. The Balcony Cabin AA+ at 26.9 m² is the largest balcony cabin on board and suits those who want a private outdoor space — particularly on Rhine itineraries where the scenery from a balcony can be exceptional. The Suite SS at 27.9 m² adds a little more floor space again. Our team can talk through the trade-offs before you commit.

Can I Use the Bicycles at Every Port?

The complimentary bicycle fleet is available for all guests to use at ports of call, at no extra charge. The suitability of cycling at any specific stop will depend on the terrain and port facilities — your cruise director on board will be able to advise at each destination.

How Do I Get to the Departure Port?

All AmaCerto sailings currently available through Cruise1st depart from ports in the Netherlands, Switzerland, Luxembourg or Germany, so a flight is required. Cruise1st can arrange flights, hotels either side of the sailing and transfers as part of a single package — speak to one of our cruise experts to build the full trip.