AmaSiena

AmaSiena at a Glance

AmaSiena is an AmaWaterways river ship launched in 2020, purpose-built for the waterways of northern and central Europe. Her 78 cabins accommodate up to 156 guests, served by a crew of 51 — a ratio that keeps the atmosphere personal throughout the voyage. She sails at 135 metres in length, well suited to the locks and river reaches of the Rhine and its connecting waterways. Current sailings depart from Amsterdam and Basel, covering routes on the Rhine, Ijssel and Benelux waterways.

Dining on AmaSiena

AmaSiena offers two distinct dining venues, both included in your cruise fare and open to all guests.

• Main Restaurant — the culinary heart of the ship, serving regional cuisine with open seating times and river views throughout. Relaxed surroundings encourage informal conversation with fellow guests.
• The Chef’s Table — an intimate setting where a dedicated chef crafts a multi-course tasting menu in front of you. The full experience, including personalised attention and culinary theatre, is included with no extra charge.

A Specialty Coffee & Tea Station operates on a self-service basis throughout the day, complimentary for all guests — ideal for an early-morning espresso or a quiet afternoon brew.

Bars, Lounges and Social Spaces

The Main Lounge is where AmaSiena’s guests naturally gather: a fully stocked bar, informative talks about upcoming ports, and live entertainment in the evenings. Entry is included; drinks and food are charged separately unless covered by a beverage package.

Sun Deck, Pool and Outdoor Life

The open Sun Deck runs the length of the upper deck, giving unobstructed views of the passing landscape — the best vantage point on board as the ship moves through river towns and countryside. A Heated Sun-Deck Pool with an integrated swim-up bar sits on the same deck, so you can enjoy refreshments without leaving the water. A Walking Track circles the Sun Deck for guests who want to stay active in the open air at no extra charge.

Fitness, Wellness and Leisure

AmaSiena keeps guests active and rested with a range of included facilities. The Fitness Center is equipped with modern cardio and strength-training equipment and is complimentary to use, though specialist classes carry a separate charge. The Massage & Hair Salon offers treatments and hairdressing with no charge to enter — individual services are priced separately. For quieter moments, the Library provides books and games in a calm setting, and the Gift Shop stocks souvenirs, regional keepsakes and everyday essentials.

One of the more distinctive features of river cruising with AmaWaterways is the Complimentary Bicycle Fleet: guests can borrow a bike at no charge and explore each port at their own pace, independently of any organised excursion.

Cabins and Suites on AmaSiena

AmaSiena’s 78 cabins span three grades, and the full layouts are covered on the AmaSiena cabins and deck plans page.

• Suite – French Balcony & Outside Balcony — at 32.5 m², this is the only suite aboard that combines both a drop-down French balcony and a full step-out outside balcony, giving dual outdoor access you won’t find in any other cabin grade. Sleeps up to four.
• Balcony Cabin AA — at 21.8 m², this grade also features dual outdoor access: a drop-down French window and a full step-out balcony deck for open river views without leaving the cabin. Sleeps up to four.
• Outside Cabin D — at 14.9 m², a river-view window brings natural daylight and the passing landscape into the room, with all the views at a lower price point than a balcony cabin. Sleeps two.

Where AmaSiena Sails

The current sailing programme runs from late September 2026, with voyages of up to 11 nights. The majority of sailings follow the Rhine, one of Europe’s great river routes, with additional itineraries on the Ijssel and Benelux waterways. Most sailings depart from Amsterdam, with a number beginning in Basel, Switzerland. All itineraries are operated by AmaWaterways.

Prices start from £1,930pp* for these sailings.

Why Book AmaSiena with Cruise1st

Cruise1st is one of the UK’s leading cruise specialists, which means real expertise in AmaWaterways — not a general travel agent who happens to list river cruises. Real cruise experts are available on the phone before you book, to help you match the right cabin grade and fare inclusions to your circumstances.

Because every sailing on AmaSiena departs from either the Netherlands or Switzerland, the cruise sits in the middle of a longer trip for most UK travellers. Cruise1st can arrange the flights, any hotel nights either side, and all transfers as a single Cruise1st Package — one booking, one point of contact.

Other AmaWaterways Ships to Consider

If you’re exploring the AmaWaterways fleet before deciding, Cruise1st also features several other ships you can compare: AmaMagna, AmaVerde, AmaVenita, AmaLea, AmaDahlia, and Zambezi Queen are all other ships in the same fleet, each sailing its own programme.

Common Questions About AmaSiena

What Is Included in an AmaSiena Cruise Fare?

The cruise fare covers all meals in the Main Restaurant and The Chef’s Table, complimentary speciality coffees and teas, use of the heated sun-deck pool, the fitness centre, bicycles at port, the walking track, and the library. The Main Lounge is included, though drinks and food there are charged separately unless a beverage package applies. Massage and hair treatments carry a separate charge.

Which Cabin Grade Should I Book on AmaSiena?

Guests who want the most outdoor space should look at the Suite, which is the only grade aboard combining both a French balcony and a full outside balcony. The Balcony Cabin AA offers the same dual-access concept at a smaller footprint. The Outside Cabin D is well suited to guests who prioritise river views and value over outdoor deck access. The cabin and deck plans page shows every layout in detail.

Do I Need to Arrange Flights Separately?

All current sailings depart from either Amsterdam or Basel, so UK guests will need to fly to their embarkation port. Cruise1st can book the flights, any hotel nights before or after the cruise, and all transfers as part of a single Cruise1st Package, so you don’t need to piece the journey together yourself.

How Many Guests Does AmaSiena Carry?

AmaSiena accommodates up to 156 guests across her 78 cabins, served by a crew of 51. That guest-to-crew ratio supports the attentive, unhurried atmosphere that river cruising is known for, and the scale of the ship means you’re likely to know fellow guests by name within a day or two of sailing.