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Barranquilla/Cartagena
7-night Magic of Colombia Cruise
August 6, 2025
AmaWaterways: AmaMelodia
Barranquilla/Cartagena
Vacation Offer ID 1497831
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Cruise Inclusions

SPACIOUS STATEROOMS
  • 7 nights luxury accommodation in an outside stateroom (most with French balconies)
  • Computer for internet access
  • Entertainment-On-Demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, movies, a music library and English language TV stations
  • Mini-Fridge, Desk and sitting area
  • Bottled water replenished daily
AN ARRAY OF AMENITIES
  • Wellness Program with a dedicated Wellness Host leading various exercise classes as well as discussions on healthy eating and relaxation techniques, both on board and on shore.
  • Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land programs
  • Internet and Wi-Fi access
  • Sun deck whirlpool and walking track
  • Fitness room, massage services and hair salon
  • Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar
  • Daily entertainment including cultural performances
AWARD-WINNING DINING
  • All onboard dining in a variety of venues
  • Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients
  • The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant
  • Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Dinner, Captain's Cocktail and Gala Dinner
  • La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs exclusive dining experience
  • Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
  • Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
  • Sip & Sail Daily Cocktail Hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
  • Tapas, sandwiches, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge
A WORLD OF EXPLORATION
  • Immersive tours in every destination
  • Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options
  • Bike tours and hikes
  • Special Interest Tours
  • Knowledgeable guides
  • Personal headset for easy exploration
  • Airport transfers with purchase of air from AmaWaterways

Available Add-Ons

Optional roundtrip airfare from your city
Optional shore excursions

  • Destination Guide
  • Suggested Shore Excursions
Destination Arrival Departure
Barranquilla

Barranquilla 08/06/2025

Arrive in Barranquilla and settle into your stateroom as you prepare for your journey along the Magdalena River. In the evening, enjoy a special Carnival celebration, bringing the full traditional experience exclusively to AmaWaterways guests all-year round. Widely considered one of Colombia's most important folkloric celebrations, the Carnival of Barranquilla has also been declared a UNESCO Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity, and you will get to revel in this truly authentic experience as you learn the Carnival's motto: Quien lo vive es quien lo goza (Those who live it are those who enjoy it).,
08/06/2025 08/06/2025
Sitionuevo

Sitionuevo 08/07/2025

Visit the Floating Village of Nueva Venecia. A charming town filled with inviting locals, Nueva Venecia, or "New Venice", can only be navigated by boat. With its beautiful colonial houses, vivid architecture, and local sanctuary protecting the native flora and fauna, this town highlights the beauty and warmth of Colombia. While here, explore this village and learn more about the lives of its people during a guided tour. Enjoy the traditional crafts and art that is on display, learn about the techniques the fishermen of Nueva Venecia use, and taste the local delicacies as you embrace this village and its unique culture.,
08/07/2025 08/07/2025
Nueva Venecia

Nueva Venecia 08/07/2025

Visit the Floating Village of Nueva Venecia. A charming town filled with inviting locals, Nueva Venecia, or "New Venice", can only be navigated by boat. With its beautiful colonial houses, vivid architecture, and local sanctuary protecting the native flora and fauna, this town highlights the beauty and warmth of Colombia. While here, explore this village and learn more about the lives of its people during a guided tour. Enjoy the traditional crafts and art that is on display, learn about the techniques the fishermen of Nueva Venecia use, and taste the local delicacies as you embrace this village and its unique culture.,
08/07/2025 08/07/2025
Santa Barbara de Pinto

Santa Barbara de Pinto 08/08/2025

Spend your morning in Santa Bárbara de Pinto, located on the banks of the Mompox arm of the Magdalena River. Enjoy a walking tour through this traditional town, where you may see local landmarks such as the Santa Bárbara Church and enjoy intricate hand-made crafts created in the town. In the afternoon, arrive in the island town of Mompox, where you will be welcomed with open arms and lively music as local musicians treat you to an exclusive jazz performance.,
08/08/2025 08/08/2025
Mompox

Mompox 08/08/2025

Spend your morning in Santa Bárbara de Pinto, located on the banks of the Mompox arm of the Magdalena River. Enjoy a walking tour through this traditional town, where you may see local landmarks such as the Santa Bárbara Church and enjoy intricate hand-made crafts created in the town. In the afternoon, arrive in the island town of Mompox, where you will be welcomed with open arms and lively music as local musicians treat you to an exclusive jazz performance.,
08/08/2025 08/08/2025
Mompox

Mompox 08/09/2025

A town frozen in time, Mompox embodies the appearance of what many villages looked like during colonial times. Founded in 1540, this remote village became an important Spanish trading post. Some Spaniards found Mompox to be a haven for keeping gold and other treasure protected from the pirates that pillaged coastal cities like Cartagena, and with this precious metal and the work of skilled artisans from Spain came beautifully crafted artifacts. Since then, the town has become famous for its incredible filigree jewelry, which you can learn more about during your tour in the afternoon. While visiting this unique island, journey through the incredible ecological Ciénaga de Pijiño region, exploring the massive lake that is home to a variety of flora and fauna native to the region. In the afternoon, take a stroll through this storied town on a guided walking tour. With stunning colonial churches, breathtaking nature surrounding the town, and delicious local delights such as capa cheese and butifarra, Mompox is sure to be a highlight of your journey along the magnificent Magdalena River.,
08/09/2025 08/09/2025
Mompox

Mompox 08/10/2025

Bid farewell to Mompox before embarking on a scenic cruise down one of the most breathtaking stretches of the Magdalena River — La Mojana Region — and reaching the town of El Banco, nestled at the intersection of the Magdalena and Cesar rivers. Founded in a location strategic for both the native people and the Spaniards, the town was repeatedly destroyed in their struggles and then rebuilt atop its ashes. In 1749, a freed black slave named José Domingo Ortiz led a group of settlers to this special location, carrying with him a statue of the Virgin Mary, staking this place as their new home. Because of this connection, the Virgin of Candelaria, a special invocation of the Virgin Mary, is specially venerated in this region. Embark on a guided walking of this incredible destination and learn more about its history as the birthplace of cumbia, an iconic genre of music and dance that has now been popularized around the world. What began as a courtship dance practiced by African slaves later, after incorporating American steps and European and African instruments, has become a world-wide sensation, which is especially popular in the Andean region of Colombia. In the evening, enjoy an exclusive dinner in town and witness an incredible cumbia performance by locals.,
08/10/2025 08/10/2025
El Banco

El Banco 08/10/2025

Bid farewell to Mompox before embarking on a scenic cruise down one of the most breathtaking stretches of the Magdalena River — La Mojana Region — and reaching the town of El Banco, nestled at the intersection of the Magdalena and Cesar rivers. Founded in a location strategic for both the native people and the Spaniards, the town was repeatedly destroyed in their struggles and then rebuilt atop its ashes. In 1749, a freed black slave named José Domingo Ortiz led a group of settlers to this special location, carrying with him a statue of the Virgin Mary, staking this place as their new home. Because of this connection, the Virgin of Candelaria, a special invocation of the Virgin Mary, is specially venerated in this region. Embark on a guided walking of this incredible destination and learn more about its history as the birthplace of cumbia, an iconic genre of music and dance that has now been popularized around the world. What began as a courtship dance practiced by African slaves later, after incorporating American steps and European and African instruments, has become a world-wide sensation, which is especially popular in the Andean region of Colombia. In the evening, enjoy an exclusive dinner in town and witness an incredible cumbia performance by locals.,
08/10/2025 08/10/2025
Magangue

Magangue 08/11/2025

Witness the sights, hear the bird calls, and watch the wildlife around you as you spend the day in Magangué. Immerse yourself in the presence of Colombian nature surrounding this city on a birdwatching tour, giving you a unique opportunity to see birds only found in this specific part of the country. You can also take a hiking tour through a picturesque local town teeming with Colombian heritage. Later in the day, visit Calamar. Located at the entrance of the Canal del Dique, this town was first settled in 1840. Witness historic sites such as the Iglesia de la Inmaculada Concepción as you tour this beautiful destination by a bicycle taxi for two.,
08/11/2025 08/11/2025
Calamar

Calamar 08/11/2025

Witness the sights, hear the bird calls, and watch the wildlife around you as you spend the day in Magangué. Immerse yourself in the presence of Colombian nature surrounding this city on a birdwatching tour, giving you a unique opportunity to see birds only found in this specific part of the country. You can also take a hiking tour through a picturesque local town teeming with Colombian heritage. Later in the day, visit Calamar. Located at the entrance of the Canal del Dique, this town was first settled in 1840. Witness historic sites such as the Iglesia de la Inmaculada Concepción as you tour this beautiful destination by a bicycle taxi for two.,
08/11/2025 08/11/2025
Cartagena (Colombia)

Cartagena (Colombia) 08/12/2025

Take the day to delight in the beautiful coastal city of Cartagena. Many Spaniards flocked to this location when they heard tales of gold found in the tombs of indigenous leaders, expanding this small port into a thriving city. As you tour the city, you may witness iconic landmarks such as the Catedral de Cartagena or the stone walls built to protect the city from the plundering of pirates, although they did not stop Sir Francis Drake from holding the city for ransom in 1586. In the afternoon, enjoy a tour through the breathtaking Getsemani neighborhood. With the vibrant colors of the homes and street art as well as the mouthwatering local delicacies that can be found throughout the area, this historic neighborhood will delight all your senses. In the evening, watch the sun set on the incredible San Felipe Castle.,
08/12/2025 08/12/2025
Cartagena (Colombia)

Cartagena (Colombia) 08/13/2025

Bid your ship and crew farewell as you disembark and prepare for your flight home.,
08/13/2025 08/13/2025
AmaWaterways: AmaMelodia
Cruise in luxury along Colombia’s magnificent Magdalena River on board the stunning newly designed AmaMelodia, an intimate 64-passenger ship designed to maximize your views along this special waterway. Take in spectacular views from the twin balconies (French balcony and outside balcony) within your spacious stateroom, where accommodations range from 237 sq. ft. to 318 sq. ft. in the luxury suites. Taste exquisite, locally inspired Latin American cuisine and Western favorites within the Main Restaurant, enjoy an intimate al fresco specialty dining experience and tap your foot along to live music and more each evening within the Main Lounge. For the ultimate in relaxation, soothe your muscles in the sun-deck heated pool, treat yourself to a massage or indulge in a manicure or pedicure in the nail salon.
Ship Statistics
Year Built
2024
Year Refurbished
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Year Entered Present Fleet
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Previous Name
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Country of Registry
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Tonnage (GRT)
6000
Guests (Lowers)
64
Total Guests
60
Passenger Decks
3
Number of Crew
20
Officers' Nationality
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Cruise/Hotel Staff Nationality
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Total Rooms
32
Suites
4
Balconies
28
Ocean/River View
–
Interior
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Accessible
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Suite

Luxury Suite (LS) Call for Price
  • Category: LS
Size: 318 sq. ft.
Junior Suite (JS) Call for Price
  • Category: JS
Size: 275 sq. ft.

Balcony

French Balcony Stateroom (C) 3,515
  • Category: C
Size: 237 sq. ft.
French Balcony Stateroom (B) 4,179
  • Category: B
Size: 237 sq. ft.
French Balcony Stateroom (A) 4,464
  • Category: A
Size: 237 sq. ft.

Rates are cruise or cruise/land only, per person, based on double occupancy. Port charges are additional. No additional government fees/ taxes or fuel surcharge. No fees for the rate of exchange US$-EUR.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.

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