AmaKristina

AmaKristina at a glance

AmaKristina is a river ship built in 2017 and operated by AmaWaterways, carrying up to 156 guests with a crew of 51. Her 78 cabins are spread across a vessel 135 metres in length, giving the ship an intimate scale well suited to river cruising. She sails the Rhône River in France, with departures from Lyon and Arles.

• Home waters: Rhône River, France
• Operator: AmaWaterways

Dining on AmaKristina

AmaKristina 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 space with open seating times where regional cuisine is served alongside river views. The relaxed, informal atmosphere makes it easy to fall into conversation with fellow travellers.

For something more theatrical, The Chef’s Table seats guests in an intimate setting while a dedicated chef crafts a multi-course tasting menu right in front of you. The experience carries no extra charge and is one of the signature touches on board.

For lighter moments throughout the day, the Specialty Coffee & Tea Station offers complimentary self-service speciality coffees and teas — included in your fare and ideal for a morning start or an afternoon break.

Bars, lounges and social spaces

The Main Lounge is where the ship’s social life comes together. The fully stocked bar serves cocktails and drinks (charged separately unless covered by a beverage package), and the evenings bring live entertainment and port talks. It’s the natural gathering point at the end of a day ashore.

Sun deck, pool and outdoor spaces

The open Sun Deck runs the length of the upper deck and gives unobstructed views of the riverbanks — equally good for morning coffee, afternoon sunbathing or al fresco dining when conditions allow. The Heated Sun-Deck Pool sits up here too, with an integrated swim-up bar so you can enjoy a drink without leaving the water. A walking track circles the Sun Deck for anyone who wants to keep up their daily steps while the Rhône countryside rolls past.

Staying active and well on board

The Fitness Centre is equipped with modern cardio and strength-training machines and is complimentary to use; specialist classes carry a separate charge. For something gentler, the Massage & Hair Salon offers treatments and hairdressing — the space is free to enter, and you choose and pay for whatever you’d like. One of AmaKristina’s more distinctive amenities is her complimentary bicycle fleet: bikes are available to all guests at no charge, so you can pedal off from the dock and explore each port at your own pace, entirely independently.

Quiet corners and onboard shopping

The Library provides a calm retreat with books and games, included in your fare and ideal on days when you want stillness rather than activity. The Gift Shop stocks essentials, souvenirs and regional keepsakes — browsing is free and purchases are at your discretion.

Cabins on AmaKristina

AmaKristina carries 78 cabins across three grades. Full deck plans are on the AmaKristina cabins and deck plans page.

The Suite SS is the most spacious cabin on board at 32.5 m², with a balcony and sleeping two guests. If space is a priority, this is the grade to consider.

The Balcony Stateroom AA is one of the roomiest balcony options at 21.8 m², sleeping two. It offers a private balcony at a step below the suite grade.

The Outside Stateroom D measures 14.9 m² and sleeps two. A fixed outside window brings in natural light and river views without the balcony premium — a practical choice for guests who spend most of their time ashore or in the ship’s shared spaces.

Where AmaKristina sails

All current departures on AmaKristina travel the Rhône River in France, with sailings up to seven nights departing from either Lyon or Arles. Both are classic entry points to the Rhône Valley, placing guests within easy reach of Provence, the Camargue and the vineyards of the southern Rhône. Because every itinerary begins in France, Australian travellers will need to fly — Cruise1st can arrange that as part of a Cruise1st Package, bundling the international flights, hotels before and after the cruise, and transfers into a single booking.

Why book AmaKristina with Cruise1st

Cruise1st backs every AmaKristina booking with our Best Price Guarantee — the brand’s own named promise, covering the fare you see on site. Our Australian cruise experts are available seven days a week to help you weigh up cabin grades, fare inclusions and itinerary options before you commit. And because the Rhône is at the middle of a longer trip from Australia, a Cruise1st Package is the most straightforward way to get there: flights, pre- and post-cruise hotels and transfers all on one booking, with one team to call if anything changes.

Common questions about AmaKristina

What is included in the AmaKristina cruise fare?

The Main Restaurant, The Chef’s Table, the Specialty Coffee & Tea Station, the Sun Deck, the Heated Sun-Deck Pool, the Fitness Centre, the Library and the complimentary bicycle fleet are all included in the base fare. Spa treatments and salon services at the Massage & Hair Salon carry a separate charge, as do drinks at the Main Lounge bar unless a beverage package is included in your booking.

How long are AmaKristina’s Rhône itineraries?

Current sailings on AmaKristina run up to seven nights on the Rhône River, departing from either Lyon or Arles in France.

Which cabin grade should I book on AmaKristina?

That depends on how much time you expect to spend in your cabin. The Suite SS at 32.5 m² is the most generous space on board and suits guests who want a private balcony and room to spread out. The Balcony Stateroom AA at 21.8 m² offers a balcony at a slightly smaller footprint. If you plan to be ashore or in the ship’s shared spaces for most of the day, the Outside Stateroom D at 14.9 m² gives you a window with river views at a more accessible price. Our team can talk through the options — call Cruise1st seven days a week.

Do I need to arrange flights separately?

All AmaKristina sailings depart from France, so Australian guests will need flights. Cruise1st can package the international flights, hotel nights either side and airport transfers with the cruise into a single Cruise1st Package, so the whole trip is on one booking.

Are there other AmaWaterways ships I can consider?

Yes — AmaWaterways operates several ships you can compare on Cruise1st. AmaCello and AmaReina are two other ships in the fleet with their own pages, and AmaVerde is a further option. The full range of AmaWaterways sailings is on the AmaWaterways cruise deals page.

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