Amadeus River Cruises - Handpicked sailings by air or by rail

Handpicked 2023 Sailings

BY AIR OR RAIL

EXTEND Y O U R S TAY WITH THE GLACIER EXPRESS, A BURGUNDY WINE EXPERIENCE AND MORE LOOK INSIDE FOR DETAILS

TULIP SERENADE | CLASSICAL RHINE | RHONE & SAONE PA R I S , N O R M A N D Y & T H E R I V E R S E I N E | C L A S S I C A L D A N U B E

The Amadeus Experience THE AMADEUS EXPERIENCE As a traditional family-owned Austrian company since 1972 Amadeus River Cruises combine the highest luxury with world-class hospitality and legendary itineraries. In partnership with tailor-made experts Fred.\ River Cruises we invite you to “discover the art of travel your way”.

Amadeus have an enviable reputation with some of the highest rated ships on European waters, and their passion for quality shines throughout with world-class dining and service. At each mealtime you can expect a choice of regional delicacies alongside classic favourites, so you can taste the cuisine of the destination as you sail the waterways. With every lunch and dinner you’ll enjoy included free-flowing wine, beer and soft drinks. While for breakfast why not try one of the delicisou pastries - freshly baked on board each day.

Throughout your cruise your time is free to spend as you wish. Relax in the lounge or sun-deck with a good book or perhaps stretch your legs with a stroll around town.

If you fancy venturing further afield there are a choice of optional excursions bookable on board to give you complete flexibility to do as much or as little as you wish.

Fred.\ River Cruises are part of the Fred Olsen Travel family and are experts in European and Worldwide rivers and holidays. As a tailor-made specialist you don’t need to be one of the crowd when you book with Fred.\ River Cruises. We can combine your chosen cruise with flights, rail, transfers and much more, including pre and post-cruise tours and stays. Take a look at some of our hand-picked suggestions such as the 3-night Glacier Express in combination with the Rhine or perhaps indulge in a private tour of the Burgundy wine region before setting sail on the Rhone. Contact our expert team at Fred.\ River Cruises to create your perfect holiday.

The Amadeus fleet features some of the largest cabins available on European waterways. All cabins include a modern en-suite bathroom with shower and w/c, a walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, mini bar, individual climate control, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.

D E LUXE SUI TE – UPPER DECK 26.4 m 2, w a l k - o u t b a l c o n y Our suites, situated on the upper deck also include a comfortable corner sofa and walk-out exterior balcony.

BALCO NY CABI N MI D D LE O R UP P E R DECK 17.5 m 2 w i t h f r e n c h b a l c o n y Our Balcony cabins, situated on the middle and upper decks also include an electronic dropdown panoramic window which transforms into a French balcony.

STAND ARD CABI N LO W E R D E CK 16 m 2 w i t h pa n o r a m i c

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Our standard cabins, situated on the lower deck feature all amenities required to ensure you enjoy a comfortable stay on board.

YOUR AMADEUS RIVER CRUISE INCLUDES: 3 large, outside riverview stateroom with picture window, French balcony, or walkout balcony.

3 Free-flowing red & white wines from Europe’s famous wine regions, beer & soft drinks with every lunch and dinner onboard.

3 Gourmet dining onboard with regional specialities 3 Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner and Captain’s Gala Dinner.

3 Services of an experienced Englishspeaking onboard Cruise Director.

3 24 hour coffee station.

3 All onboard entertainment including talks, musical performances and nightly piano music.

3 Bottled water in every stateroom.

3 In-stateroom infotainment centre.

3 Complimentary Wi-Fi onboard.

3 Complimentary use of onboard bicycles.

3 Complimentary state-of-the-art audio headsets for optional excursions.

3 All local taxes & port charges included.

3 International flights or rail 3 Ship transfers 3 23kg per person luggage concierge service (Rail only) *Amadeus Diamond standard and balcony cabins are 15m2, suites are 22m2 and do not feature a walk-in wardrobe.

Classical Rhine CLASSICAL RHINE

Tulip Serenade TULIP SERENADE

Experience Holland in the most beautiful way, by cruising along its waterways, past tulip fields and picturesque villages. Take the opportunity to visit stunning Keukenhof Gardens or Amsterdam “The Venice of The North” on an optional excursion. Other highlights of this trip include the medieval cities of Ghent & Bruges, Rotterdam, the diamond city of Antwerp and Brussels, the capital of the European Union.

ITINERARY DAY 1

Amsterdam

DAY 2

Arnhem

DAY 3

Middleburg

DAY 4

Ghent

DAY 5

Antwerp

DAY 6

Rotterdam

DAY 7

Amsterdam

DAY 8

Amsterdam

E X T E N D Y O U R S TAY AMSTERDAM - 2 NIGHTS 4* FROM £245PP TULIP SERENADE Departing 08.04.2023 · On-board 5* Amadeus Star

FROM £1,495 BY AIR FROM £1,695 BY RAIL

With so much to offer, why not explore Amsterdam further – visit Anne Frank’s House or the Rijksmuseum from your centrally located hotel.

Discover the many beautiful facets of “Father Rhine” during this week long cruise along one of the most important and attractive rivers of Europe.

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Along the way you will pass the beautiful city of Strasbourg and take a detour along the winding Moselle river. Delight in the panorama of the myth enshrouded Middle Rhine Valley with its winelands, the prominent Lorelei rock, and the highest density of castles in the world.

DAY 3 Cologne

DAY 1 Amsterdam DAY 2 Amsterdam

DAY 4 Cochem DAY 5 Koblenz > Rüdesheim DAY 6 Mannheim > Speyer DAY 7 Strasbourg DAY 8 Basel

Further highlights of this trip include visits to the very historic river cities of Speyer, Koblenz, Cologne and Amsterdam.

CLASSICAL RHINE CRUISE Departing 03.09.2023 · On-board 5* Amadeus Imperial

FROM £1,995 BY AIR FROM £2,295 BY RAIL

E X T E N D Y O U R S TAY GLACIER EXPRESS - 4 NIGHTS 4* FROM £895PP Travel on the world famous Glacier Express. Includes 1 night Geneva, 2 nights Zermatt, 1 night Chur, Swiss rail, Glacier Express and Gornergrat railways.

Treasures of Burgundy & Provence RHÔNE & SAÔNE

Enjoy this uniquely beautiful cruise along the French rivers Rhône and Saône. Experience picturesque villages, world famous wine regions such as the Côte d’Or, unforgettable stretches of land in the regions of Provence and Burgundy, and impressive views of historic cities and monuments.

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Food, wine, art, architecture, scenery and history - it all comes together in glorious harmony in the South of France.

DAY 6 Arles

Traveling in comfort and style the Roman emperors would have envied, you’ll find yourself falling under the timeless spell of southern France on a journey that is nothing less than “magnifique”!

DAY 8 Lyon

DAY 1 Lyon DAY 2 Macon DAY 3 Chalon-Sur-Saône DAY 4 Lyon DAY 5 Avignon

DAY 7 Châteauneuf-DuRhône > Le Pouzin

TREASURES OF BURGUNDY & PROVENCE Departing 25.05.2023 · On-board 5* Amadeus Provence

FROM £2,195 BY AIR FROM £2,295 BY RAIL

E X T E N D Y O U R S TAY BURGUNDY WINE EXPERIENCE - 3 NIGHTS 4* FROM £695PP Taste wines from one of the World’s most famous wine regions. Includes 3 nights Dijon and a private full day guided wine tour of Burgundy.

La Belle France

PA R I S , N O R M A N D Y & THE RIVER SEINE

This week-long cruise aboard the AMADEUS Diamond, begins and ends in Paris — the city of light. Combine the most romantic city in the world with a fascinating journey into the past of the Impressionist masters.

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Follow the footsteps of Van Gogh, Cezanne and Gauguin while winding along the Seine River into the beautiful Normandy region to Le Havre on the rugged Atlantic Coast. Normandy was the stage of one of the most pivotal military operations in history: D-Day during World War II.

DAY 1

Paris

DAY 2

Conflans

DAY 3

Rouen

DAY 4

Le Harve

DAY 5

Caudebec

DAY 6

Les Andelys

DAY 7

Paris

DAY 8

Paris

Monet’s House and Garden, the “museum town” of Rouen and the picturesque harbor town of Honfleur are among the wonders to be explored during this cruise.

LA BELLE FRANCE Departing 31.05.2023 · On-board 5* Amadeus Diamond

FROM £2,295 BY AIR FROM £2,395 BY RAIL

E X T E N D Y O U R S TAY PARIS & VIP VERSAILLES - 2 NIGHTS 4* FROM £345PP Visit the stunning Palace of Versailles and enjoy free time in Paris. Includes 2 nights Paris and priority entrance to the Palace & Gardens of Versailles.

Classical Danube CLASSICAL DANUBE

This quintessential cruise along the beautiful Danube begins with an overnight in the “Queen of the Danube“ — Budapest, which straddles the river to the “Three Rivers City“ of Passau at the confluence of the Inn, Ilz and Danube rivers.

Along the way travel through four of Europe‘s most important countries — Hungary, Slovakia, Austria & Germany.

Explore years of history and culture in the Imperial cities of Budapest, Vienna & Bratislava as well as the UNESCO protected Austrian Wachau Valley — blanketed with rolling hills, flourishing vineyards and picturesque villages.

ITINERARY DAY 1 Budapest DAY 2 Budapest DAY 3 Bratislava DAY 4 Vienna DAY 5 Wachau Valley DAY 6 Linz > Passau DAY 7 Regensburg DAY 8 Passau

E X T E N D Y O U R S TAY IMPERIAL CITIES - 4 NIGHTS 4* FROM £595PP Explore the historic Imperial cities of Berlin and Prague with 2 nights in each city, complete with sightseeing and rail travel to join your cruise in Budapest.

CLASSICAL DANUBE CRUISE Departing 14.06.2023 · On-board 5* Amadeus Riva

FROM £2,095 BY AIR FROM £2,595 BY RAIL 09 44 09 44

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