Amadeus River Cruises are an Austrian-owned, family-run river cruise line with over 40 years experience based in Innsbruck. Offering four-star river cruise holidays throughout the best rivers in Europe, Amadeus and their fleet of small river ships have won numerous accolades, including the Green Globe Award for environmentally sustainable river cruising. With optional excursions in each port they visit, Amadeus merge value for money with flexible, tailor-made experiences which let you make your river cruise what you want it to be, docking right in the heart of the city for a different adventure each day. What's more, even if you opt out of a tour, you can still explore on your own thanks to the complimentary onboard bikes and audio guide sets, allowing you to discover each amazing European destination for yourself.
Amadeus Cruises Health and Safety
In order for river cruises to be enjoyed in a safe manner, Amadeus have updated their measures to make sure that guest and crew wellbeing is a priority throughout.
Before boarding, all guests will be required to have filled out a health questionnaire, while crew will have a medical examination and can only board if they have tested negative to Covid-19 within the past 4 days. Once on the ship, there will be frequent health checks for crew who will also be provided with the necessary PPE.
At the time of boarding, passengers will have a no-touch temperature check, and measures such as staggered boarding times and extra waiting areas will be introduced to maintain social distancing. There will also be a requirement to sanitize hands each time guests board or disembark.
Onboard, additional hygiene measures will include more cleaning of frequently touched surfaces, hand sanitiser stations in the busiest parts of the ships such as restaurants, bars and crew areas and information in public areas on coughing, sneezing and handwashing etiquette. In addition, when it comes to public areas, Amadeus have introduced social distancing of at least 1.5 metres, and masks to be worn where this isn't possible, such as when using the lifts. Additional measures in public spaces include reduced table sizes in the restaurants and waiter service in the bars.
In the case of a passenger displaying COVID-19 symptoms, they will be isolated and given a rapid virus test, with the crew supervising this cabin being given PPE. Once the result is back, local health authorities will be informed if needed.
What's included:
Stand out Amadeus River Cruises Inclusive Features:
•Luxury, ensuite river-view accommodation
•Gourmet dining with all meals included
•Free-flowing quality red and white wines, draft beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
•24 hour station with coffee, tea, and hot chocolate
•Onboard entertainment including lectures, cooking demonstration, music performances and nightly music
•Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner and Captain's Gala Dinner
•Complimentary use of bicycles
•Services of an experienced Cruise Director
Also included:
•Complimentary bottled water in cabins
•All port and local taxes
•Complimentary WiFi
Amadeus River Cruises Ships
Amadeus' luxury river cruise ships are small yet spacious, with just 120 to 180 guests on each cruise, meaning you can expect attentive, dedicated service from the moment you step onboard. Renowned for their light and airy feel, roomy cabins and suites, walk in wardrobes and bright social spaces, you'll feel at home on these impressive ships. In addition, all Amadeus staterooms and suites are all-balcony for great views from your private little haven, as well as boasting a safe, en-suite bathroom, phone, aircon and TV.
Euros are the currency used onboard Amadeus, while Wi-Fi is complimentary around all areas of your ship. The best of both worlds is also met for smokers and non-smokers alike with smokers able to do so on the sun decks of the ships. There are also lifts between the inside decks but none to the top deck. In this case, and when boarding and disembarking in some ports, guests should note that river cruising can be tricky for passengers with limited mobility.
Amadeus River Cruises Dining
Dining with Amadeus is a truly world class experience with sophisticated menus, international specialities and sumptuous flavours, including Austrian delicacies served with friendly Austrian hospitality. Enjoy your full board dining as the freshest local ingredients are transformed into delicious dishes by expert chefs with both haute cuisine and vegetarian menus.
Breakfast is either a continental buffet or freshly-made egg options, while lunch can be a light buffet or an al fresco sit-down affair. Dinner, meanwhile, is a slightly more formal 4 or 5-course dinner sitting each evening with friendly waiting staff ready to attend to your every need. For guests with dietary requirements, there are plenty of vegetarian options and staff will be happy to adapt their dishes to your needs when announced upon booking, although there may be a small surcharge.
Luxury lies at the core of Amadeus' cruises and carries through all the way to the drinks they serve their guests. Lunch and dinner are accompanied by quality European wines as well as coffee, tea, soft drinks and beer. A 24-hour coffee and tea station is available throughout your cruise and a dedicated coffee and snack event is hosted in the afternoon.
Amadeus River Cruise Entertainment
Onboard Amadeus, guests will find plenty of space in the bar or lounge to socialise and watch the gorgeous views slide by. The Sun Deck is a go-to spot for those looking to relax on one of the sun loungers, while others like to get involved in deck games, such as giant chess or shuffleboard. What’s more, there are also fitness rooms, a spa and even a hairdresser onboard for a bit of pampering!
If you like the regional cuisine and would like to try cooking it yourself, then Amadeus have cooking demonstrations available to show you how to prepare the finest local specialities such as Austrian Apfelstrudel, Alsatian Tarte Flambee and French chocolate cake.
Once evening arrives, experience culturally enriching entertainment in the Panorama Bar, ranging from informational lectures to musical artists.
Informational talks can be on a number of topics, all seeking to give guests the exciting and interesting knowledge they need about the countries they’re visiting. Learn about the scenery along the Danube, the history of the Rhine-Main canal and more.
You can also enjoy your time onboard with local entertainers who let you have a true taste of Europe's many rich cultures. Alternatively, with guests flocking to Amadeus from all over the world the vibrant international atmosphere is perfect for socialising with your fellow travellers at the welcome cocktail parties and fun themed nights.
Amadeus River Cruise Destinations
Amadeus River Cruises are experts when it comes to river cruises through the stunning and varied cities and cultures of Europe. Cruising the best European rivers when it comes to history, culture and cuisine on a backdrop of breath-taking landscapes, it’s easy to see why an Amadeus river cruise is so popular.
Cruising along the iconic Danube and Rhine rivers and their smaller siblings such as the Main, Moselle and Dutch and Belgian Waterways, Amadeus traverse a fantastic range of countries, cities and famous landmarks. Itineraries include:
In addition, Amadeus cruises are a fine option when it comes to unlocking the delights of Frances’s beautiful regions via her pristine waterways:
- Rhone and Saone- Avignon, Lyon, Le Pouzin, Macon
- Seine-Normandy Beaches, Honfluer, Rouen, Paris, Versailles
As well as popular summer river cruises, Amadeus host amazing winter river cruises for Christmas, New Year and the best European Christmas markets on the Rhine and Danube. Select themed cruise itineraries are also extremely popular including golf, wine, fitness and classical music meaning that there is a cruise out there perfectly suited to everyone’s tastes.
Amadeus Star tour