Amadeus River Cruises offers five-star luxury tailored to British travellers, with flights, transfers, onboard credit, and land-based extensions included for a seamless and indulgent journey.
Elegant 5-Star Ships
Amadeus vessels are known for their timeless European design, spacious cabins and a refined onboard atmosphere.
Gastronomic Excellence
Amadeus places strong emphasis on high-quality dining, with locally inspired menus, multi-course dinners, and included drinks with lunch and dinner.
A Five-Star Cruise Experience Designed for British Travellers
Amadeus River Cruises blends luxury, heritage, and ease into every river cruise that they offer. Their elegant ships glide along Europe’s most iconic rivers, offering five-star comfort, gourmet dining, and a laid-back onboard atmosphere. With UK-exclusive packages that include flights, transfers, onboard credit, and even optional land extensions, Amadeus takes the stress out of river cruising, so that you can simply enjoy the view and absorb the culture.
Why We Recommend Amadeus River Cruises
Uncrowded Boutique Ships
With fewer passengers on board, you’ll enjoy a more intimate, relaxed, and personalised cruise experience.
Family-Run Heritage
Part of the Lüftner family business, Amadeus brings +40 years of expertise with a personal touch.
Environmentally Conscious
Their ships are built with sustainability in mind, using fuel-efficient technology to reduce emissions.
Built for British Travellers
UK packages include return flights, transfers, and generous onboard credit.
Meet The Fleet
Get to know all 12 ships in the Amadeus fleet — elegant, spacious, and designed for effortless river cruising. Find the one that fits your perfect journey.
AMADEUS River Cruises
AMADEUS Riva: A River Ship That Gets It Right in Just About Every Way
Sailing from Budapest to Passau, this quietly confident river cruise ship surprised us at every turn, with standout service, clever design, and a welcome lack of cruise clichés which tend to drive us mad. If you think river cruising isn’t for you, this might change your mind.
What’s Included on an Amadeus River Cruise
- Return Flights from the UK
- Spacious Accommodation
- Gourmet Dining
- Drinks at Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- Onboard Credit
- Daily Entertainment
- Cultural Immersive Entertainment
- Premium WIFI
- Transfers
- Daily Afternoon Tea
- 5-Star Service
- Stocked Stateroom Mini Bar
- Luxury Rituals Stateroom Toiletries
- Tea, Coffee and Filtered Water Included
- Bicycle Hire
- Crew Gratuities
- Evening Snacks and Canapes (Select Evenings)
- Port Taxes and Charges
Amadeus River Cruise Articles
Our take on Amadeus: reviews, features, and destination deep-dives.
Our Favourite AMADEUS Itineraries
From the romantic bends of the Rhine to the grand capitals along the Danube, these are the Amadeus sailings that capture the very best of Europe’s rivers. Each one combines unforgettable scenery, expertly curated shore excursions, and the five-star service AMADEUS is known for.
AMADEUS River Ships: Officially Reviewed by Sail Away Magazine
We’ve stepped aboard, explored every deck, and tested every detail, so you don’t have to guess what life is really like on an AMADEUS ship. Our official reviews cover everything from stateroom comfort and dining quality to service, entertainment, and those small touches that make a cruise memorable. Honest, independent, and written by travellers who know their ships, these reviews give you the full picture before you book.
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