AmaBella

AmaBella at a glance

AmaBella is an AmaWaterways river ship launched in 2021, carrying up to 160 guests with a crew of 51 across 80 cabins and stretching 135 metres along the waterline. She sails the Danube River through the heart of Europe, with itineraries departing from Budapest, Hungary and Vilshofen, Germany. Every sailing currently on offer runs up to 14 nights.

• Cabins: 80
• Operator: AmaWaterways
• Region: Danube River, Europe

Dining on AmaBella

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

The Main Restaurant is the culinary heart of the ship: an elegant, open-seating space where regional cuisine is served with river views alongside. Open seating means you dine when it suits you and share conversation with whomever you please — there are no fixed sittings and no extra charge.

For something more intimate, The Chef's Table brings culinary theatre to a smaller setting. A dedicated chef crafts a multi-course tasting menu right in front of you — personalised attention, refined food, and no additional cost. It is the kind of experience that on many ships carries a supplement; on AmaBella it does not.

Throughout the day, the Specialty Coffee & Tea Station offers complimentary self-service coffees and teas whenever the mood takes you.

Bars, lounges and social spaces

The Main Lounge is where the ship comes to life in the evening. It is fully stocked for cocktails, hosts informative talks about the ports ahead, and offers live entertainment after dark. Access is free; drinks and food beyond what a beverage package covers are charged separately.

When you want quiet, the Library provides a calm retreat with books and games — included in your fare and a welcome contrast to the livelier deck above.

The sun deck and pool

AmaBella's Sun Deck gives unobstructed open-air views of the passing riverbank — the best vantage point on the ship for taking in the Danube's scenery, and occasionally used for open-air dining. The Heated Sun-Deck Pool sits alongside it, complete with a swim-up bar so you can order a drink without leaving the water. Both are included in your fare.

Staying active on board

The Sun Deck also carries a Walking Track for jogging or walking in the open air, while the Fitness Centre below offers modern cardio and strength-training equipment at no charge. Specialist fitness classes carry a separate fee.

One of AmaBella's most popular active offerings is the Complimentary Bicycle Fleet. Guests can borrow a bike at no cost and explore ports independently — no guided tour required, no hire charge. For a river cruise through central Europe, where many of the most rewarding sights sit just a few kilometres from the dock, this is a genuinely useful inclusion.

Wellness and other facilities

The Massage & Hair Salon is available to all guests; the space itself is free to enter, with treatments and hairdressing services charged individually. The Gift Shop carries souvenirs, regional keepsakes and everyday essentials — visiting costs nothing; what you take away is up to you.

Cabins and suites on AmaBella

AmaBella's 80 cabins span three grades, all sleeping two guests. Full deck plans and cabin-by-cabin details are on the AmaBella cabins and deck plans page.

• Suite SS (32.5 m²): The largest accommodation on the ship, with a balcony. At 32.5 m² it offers the most living space of any grade on board.
• Balcony Cabin AA (21.8 m²): A dual balcony layout — a French window-wall plus a full outside balcony — giving open-air river access that inside and outside-window cabins cannot match.
• Outside Cabin, Cat. D (15.8 m²): An outside-view window brings natural light and river scenery in, at a more accessible price point than the balcony grades.

If you want help choosing which grade suits your trip, our Australian cruise experts are on the phone seven days a week.

Booking AmaBella with Cruise1st

Cruise1st's Best Price Guarantee applies across our AmaWaterways sailings. Because every AmaBella departure boards in Europe — in Germany or Hungary — the cruise sits in the middle of a longer trip for Australian travellers, and we can arrange the flights, hotels and transfers either side as part of a single Cruise1st Package. Nothing is left to piece together separately. Our Australian cruise experts are available seven days a week to help you choose the right cabin grade, fare inclusions and travel arrangements before you confirm anything.

Current sailings on AmaBella start from A$4,468pp* and run to 14 nights on the Danube.

Common questions about AmaBella

Where does AmaBella sail from?

AmaBella's current itineraries depart from Budapest in Hungary and Vilshofen and Nuremberg in Germany, all on the Danube River. The majority of sailings begin in Budapest or Vilshofen. Because these ports are in Europe, Australian guests will need flights — something Cruise1st can include in a single package booking.

Are drinks included on AmaBella?

Specialty coffees and teas are complimentary throughout the voyage. In the Main Lounge, drinks beyond what a beverage package covers are charged separately. Check the specific fare inclusions for the sailing you are considering, as these can vary — our team can walk you through what each option includes.

Can I explore ports independently on AmaBella?

Yes. AmaBella carries a complimentary bicycle fleet available to all guests, so you can ride into ports at your own pace without joining a guided excursion or paying a hire fee. It is one of the more practical active inclusions on a Danube itinerary, where many towns are easily reached by bike from the riverbank.

Which cabin grade should I book on AmaBella?

That depends on how much time you expect to spend in your cabin and what matters most to your budget. The Suite SS at 32.5 m² is the most spacious option on the ship and includes a balcony. The Balcony Cabin AA at 21.8 m² offers the dual-balcony experience — a French window-wall and a full outside space — at a lower price point. The Outside Cabin (Cat. D) at 15.8 m² gives river views through a window and is the most affordable grade. The AmaBella cabins and deck plans page has full details, and our team can advise on availability.

Which other AmaWaterways ships can I consider?

AmaWaterways operates several river ships we list on Cruise1st. You may also want to look at AmaCello, AmaReina and AmaVerde — all other ships in the AmaWaterways fleet — if your dates or preferred itinerary don't align with AmaBella's current sailings.