The desires of vacation-goers are ever-evolving. Gone are the days when trips were planned solely around sightseeing. We are now in the age of experiential travel—where clients want a true taste of the heart and soul of local cultures. And what’s a more delicious way to savor the sights of Europe than through its wine and cuisine?

Travelers can learn so much about the land, local people and customs by trying the foods and drinks that are enjoyed there and–as all foodies know–experiencing new flavor is such fun. This is why AmaWaterways has created a variety of unique Wine Cruises on the Rhine, Danube, Mosel, Rhone, Seine, Douro and Garonne rivers. In addition to the amazing tours in grand capitals and charming towns, these cruises enhance already-spectacular itineraries with opportunities to uncork local traditions through wine and food-related activities both on board and during excursions–all at no additional cost.