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Soulful Experience Celebrating Black History and Culture: Magic of Colombia
OCTOBER 18-25, 2025
7 DAYS. 9 CITIES.

TRAVEL
The Itinerary
TRAVEL
Trip Information
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Sip and SavorUnlimited regional wines are thoughtfully selected to enhance the dining, with sparkling wine available at breakfast, a different red and white poured each day, premium beer options, and a Sip & Sail cocktail hour just before dinner, all included in your river cruise fare.
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Leading the Way in Inclusivity and DiversityAmaWaterways leads the industry in their efforts towards greater diversity. They have received feedback from the Latin Touch cruises for Spanish speakers and the Soulful Experiences celebrating Black heritage and culture and have been honored with awards for their efforts towards greater diversity, equality and inclusion in marketing.
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Food is Always Fresh and Always IncludedThe fish is freshly caught, and the all the breads and pastries are baked fresh on board each day. The fruits and vegetables are all locally sourced. All meals are included on board, including The Chef's Table specialty restaurant, and all the cuisine features locally sourced ingredients, enabling guests to taste exquisite authentic regional dishes.
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Fewer Guests on BoardAmaWaterways welcome fewer guests on board their awards winning river cruise ships. With an average of just 156 guests on board, enables them to offer luxury space with larger staterooms and suites, spacious common areas and libraries, and can comfortably fit every guest in the Main Lounge at the same time.
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How is River Cruising Different from Ocean Cruising?Ocean cruising takes you to a destination, but river cruising takes you through a destination.
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Are Tours Included With Your Cruise?There are multiple tours that are included with your cruise fare. You can choose your tours based your activity level. Whether you want an easy-going tour, an active tour, or something in-between.
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What is a Cruise Manager?Your cruise manager is the person that makes sure you are enjoying your cruise, and they make sure you have all of the information you need for what's happening. Whether it's tonight's entertainment or tomorrow's port. If you opt to add on a land package your cruise manager will be your guide in destination and ensure you begin your cruise on-time and prepared.
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Is The Chef's Table Included?The Chef's Table is included for all guests at no additional charge. However, reservations should be made.
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Is There Entertainment on Board?Yes, entertainment is included on board. There can be live music performances, cultural presentations based on your destinations, and even wine tastings are included in some destinations or themed cruises.
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What Happens When It Is Not Safe To Continue On The River To The Next Port?If the ship cannot go to the next port because the river may be too low or too high, AmaWaterways will provide a motor coach to take passengers to explore the next destination at no additional cost.
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What Type of Traveler Is River Cruising For?River cruising is for all types of travelers of all ages with a wide variety of interests. They have themed cruises such as Christmas Markets, Soulful Experiences celebrating black history, and wine themed cruises through different regions.
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How Do Ships Dock In Ports?When you dock in port, there can be multiple ships there at a time. The ships will dock side by side. Therefore, you may have to walk through another ship to board or deboard your ship.
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How Long Do You Stay In Port?The length of time in port depends on your itinerary. In some cases, you may only spend half a day at one destination which will allow you to see multiple destinations in one day. However, your itinerary may allow you to stay late into the evening or overnight so that you can enjoy the night life on culture of your destination.




3-night Medellín Land Package
Treat your taste buds to a little perk as you enjoy a full-day excursion through a famed Colombian coffee region followed by a scenic cable car ride. Plus, tour Comuna 13, a neighborhood that was once the center of political corruption’s influence on the city but has since been elevated to a place of strengthened community, music and art.


2-night or 3-night Panama Land Package
Take in the manmade majesty of the Panama Canal, including breathtaking Gatun Lake, the largest artificial lake in the world. Plus, enjoy a private tour of the Miraflores Visitor Center and spend a full day in the rainforest of Chagres National Park, with a visit to an Emberá village.









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