We invite you to join a growing movement to explore regions rich in history and beauty while being immersed in experiences that reflect the Black and African diaspora across the globe.
These cruises are not just itineraries. They are curated spaces of belonging, where laughter flows like wine, where jazz plays late into the night, and where soul train lines form after dinner because joy has no curfew. They are where strangers become family. Where conversations stretch deep and slow like the rivers we sail.
Whether it is standing in Josephine Baker’s footsteps in Paris, sipping port in the Douro Valley, exploring temples in Cambodia, or strolling festive markets on the Rhine — you are seen here. You are celebrated here.
This is not travel that skims the surface.
This is legacy in motion.
This is a Soulful Experience.
From Porto, Portugal to Vega de Terrón, Spain
Sail through the soul of Portugal along the golden Douro River, where ancient vineyards, soulful music, and rich culture embrace you at every turn. With curated excursions and time in Lisbon, this journey blends luxury and legacy in the heart of the Iberian peninsula.
Ports Include:
Porto • Régua • Pinhão • Vega de Terrón • Lisbon (pre-cruise stay)
From Lyon to Arles, France with Paris extension
From bustling markets in Lyon to the sunlit beauty of Arles, this sailing through southern France is rich in flavor, history, and elegance. Begin or end in Paris, where Black artistry, jazz, and heritage echo through the streets. This is France—bold, beautiful, and full of memory.
Ports Include:
Lyon • Vienne • Viviers • Avignon • Arles • Paris (post-cruise stay)
From Basel, Switzerland to Amsterdam, Netherlands
Celebrate the season where storybook villages meet Black heritage reflections. Cruise past castles, sip mulled wine in festive markets, and experience the magic of the Rhine during the holidays. A soulful close to a powerful year.
Ports Include:
Basel • Strasbourg • Rüdesheim • Cologne • Amsterdam
From Siem Reap, Cambodia to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Trace the lifeblood of Southeast Asia on this profound journey through Cambodia and Vietnam. From the temples of Angkor Wat to riverside villages and sacred traditions, this cruise invites you to reconnect with rhythm, ritual, and resilience in every moment.
Destinations Include:
Siem Reap • Kampong Cham • Phnom Penh • Tan Chau • Sa Dec • Ho Chi Minh City
Our very first Soulful Experience aboard AmaWaterways in 2023 created something unforgettable — not just an itinerary, but a space where joy, culture, and deep connection flowed as freely as the river itself.
“That first day in France was surreal,” Monique shared. “We weren’t just traveling together — we were seen, celebrated, and welcomed.”
Her mother, Karen, added, “I never spent a single evening in our room. We danced. We sang. And we loved on each other like family. If I missed a photo, someone else sent it to me. They had my back.”
For many, the journey was more than sightseeing— it was soul work. Guests walked in the footsteps of Josephine Baker, dined on curated menus celebrating regional and ancestral cuisine, and heard jazz performed in historic cities where Black artistry once echoed.
“I felt like a child on Christmas morning every single day,” Karen said. “I could hardly sleep from the excitement of what was ahead.”
Evenings weren’t quiet — they were electric.
There were soul train lines, impromptu singalongs, and laughter that filled the lounge long after dinner. As one guest shared,
“We came for the cruise, but we left with a community.”
This is what a Soulful Experience is meant to be.
Not just travel — but transformation.
Not just luxury — but legacy.
Not just vacation — but a place to belong.
Guests who embarked on AmaWaterways’ first-ever Soulful Experience in August 2023 share the impact this sailing had on them and why they now feel committed to AmaWaterways. Learn what touched them the most on this river cruise and land itinerary celebrating Black history and culture in Paris and along the Rhône River. Contact your preferred travel advisor or visit AmaWaterways.com/soulful to see available departures.
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At Abundant Moments and Memories, your journey is more than a trip; it is a carefully designed chapter in your life’s story. Every detail, every destination, and every experience is crafted with purpose—to ensure that your legacy is woven into every moment.
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