AmaWaterways always combines effortless journeys with active excursions, along with upscale dining and complimentary wine and beer on board. Yet when you choose a voyage that’s dedicated to gastronomy, you’ll gain rich access to vineyards, wineries and restaurants to make the experience even more memorable. Every wine cruise is also hosted by a wine expert who brings hand-picked bottles, recommends pairings and leads engaging discussions. Whether you’re a seasoned wine aficionado or simply enjoy a good meal with close friends, every activity is thoughtfully put together to make the most of every moment.

Take this classic French wine journey to the next level on a cruise along the Garonne and Dordogne rivers. As you’re sipping Grand Cru Classé in Saint Émilion, pedaling a bicycle to a celebrated vineyard and exploring the medieval halls of Château de Roquetaillade, the beauty of this region will forever be imprinted in your memory. Extend your education with a pre- or post-voyage stay in Bilbao and San Sebastián, which put the Basque region on the culinary map.

Spend seven nights in France’s culinary capital drinking Côtes du Rhône, learning to hunt for truffles and pairing wine with chocolate. As your intimate ship sails along the Rhône river and pulls into charming towns and villages, your AmaWaterways guides can lead you on outings that suit your level of adventure. Hike your way to a monastery and explore ancient Roman ruins, stroll through a vineyard before sampling local wines, and climb aboard a vintage steam train to travel through the storybook landscape of Gorges du Doux.

Sip your way through Portugal’s most well-regarded port wines and get to know the nuances of the Douro River Valley. An in-depth tour of Porto showcases why this city’s historic center was named a UNESCO World Heritage site, and an excursion to Nossa Senhora dos Remédios displays the beautiful blue azulejo tiles that are so intimately tied to this region. Expand your palate beyond port with effervescent espumante, and sample regional specialties such as presunto (Portuguese dry-cured ham) and polpo (grilled octopus).