Viking River Cruises vs AmaWaterways: Top Cruise Line Showdown

If you've heard anything about river cruise lines, the names "Viking" and "AmaWaterways" likely sound familiar. We break down the key differences between and similarities between these two leading river cruise lines. Join us as we discuss ship design, dining experiences, excursion options, pricing, and the target audience for each option. With firsthand experiences, we provide insights to help you choose the right river cruise for your needs. Spoiler alert: the best cruise option of the two for you may not be what you initially thought! Here are some helpful resources for you that go along with this episode: VIKING: Bordeaux River Cruise Review on Viking ForsetiOur Experience on a Viking Douro River Cruise (In-Depth Review)My Viking Journey: What to Expect After Booking a Cruise (Before You Sail)Viking Christmas River Cruise with Dazzling Markets Along the DanubeAMAWATERWAYS:AmaWaterways Mekong River Cruise Review: 30 Unexpected SurprisesRhone River Cruise Review: AmaWaterways Colors of ProvenceAmaWaterways Colors of Provence Excursions during a Rhone River CruiseAmaWaterways Food Review (with Drinks) on AmaKristinaAmaKristina Cruise Review: River Ship with AmaWaterwaysAsk a question or send fan mail.Support the show👉🏻 Press that FOLLOW button so you never miss an episode, released every other Wednesday. Need help planning your trip? Check out our RESOURCES, whether you're looking to understand which cruise to book, which travel insurance is best, or how to organize your luggage with our packing lists: https://sometimessailing.com/resources/▶️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: @sometimes-sailing📩 Sign up for our newsletter.🌏 SometimesSailing.com has even more planning tips, firsthand experiences, & advice.  📱 Have questions or topic suggestions? Contact us.©2026 Small Ship Cruise Talk. All rights reserved. May contain affiliate links. Some trips and experiences have been hosted. As Amazon Associates, we earn from qualifying purchases. All opinions are our own.