Colombia Luxury River Cruise
on the Magdalena
Choose the right AmaWaterways itinerary…
Plan a Columbia river cruise that feels like you
Colombia’s Magdalena River is now open to river cruising with AmaWaterways, offering a new way to experience Cartagena, Barranquilla, and the river communities in between. This site is your starting point for choosing between AmaWaterways’ Magic of Colombia and Wonders of Colombia itineraries and planning a river cruise that fits how you like to travel.
Two AmaWaterways Magdalena River Itineraries
Magic of Colombia
A seven‑night Magdalena River cruise that usually sails from Barranquilla to Cartagena, building toward a finale inside Cartagena’s historic walled city.
- Lively coastal culture at the start
- River towns and colonial Mompox along the way
- Daily guided excursions plus relaxed time on board
View the Magic of Colombia itinerary
Wonders of Colombia
A seven‑night Magdalena River cruise that usually sails from Cartagena to Barranquilla, starting in a vibrant Caribbean city and easing into river communities and wetlands before ending in Barranquilla.
- Time in Cartagena at the beginning
- Afro‑Colombian towns, wetlands, and smaller river communities
- Mix of guided touring and quieter river days
View the Wonders of Colombia itinerary
AmaWaterways operates two seven‑night Magdalena River cruises between Cartagena and Barranquilla: Magic of Colombia and Wonders of Colombia. Both sail on modern, small ships designed for river life, but they follow different directions and day‑to‑day pacing.
Plan Your Colombia River Cruise With Robert
I’m Robert, owner of River & Vine Travel and an independent agent with Nexion. I help travelers decide between Magic and Wonders, shape pre‑ and post‑cruise time in Cartagena and Barranquilla, and handle the details so you can focus on the trip itself.
When you’re ready to talk through dates, itineraries, and what would make this trip feel right for you, you can schedule a call or send me a message.