Amadeus River Cruises has unveiled a comprehensive range of European itineraries for 2025, spanning 19 unique journeys across 10 ships.
- These itineraries, ranging from five to 16 days, encompass travel through 13 diverse countries, showcasing significant flexibility and choice for travellers.
- Exciting new categories, ‘Amadeus Active’ and ‘Amadeus Taste’, introduce a variety of active and culinary experiences to enhance passenger engagement.
- The programme includes seasonal highlights, such as the ‘Magic of Advent on the Rhine’ and the ‘Treasures of Burgundy & Provence’, offering rich cultural exploration.
- A special promotion allows travel agents to earn a free European cruise by booking multiple trips, encouraging broader participation from the travel industry.
Amadeus River Cruises has delineated an extensive array of itineraries for their 2025 European season, offering 19 distinct journeys that will be executed across a fleet of 10 ships. With trips varying from five to 16 days, these cruises offer passengers the opportunity to explore 13 countries in depth. The itineraries are designed to appeal to a wide range of preferences, ensuring a comprehensive exploration of Europe’s rivers.
Among the notable offerings is the ‘Magic of Advent on the Rhine,’ a four-night journey between Cologne and Strasbourg, priced from £626 with a departure on December 11, 2025. This particular cruise is planned to capture the festive atmosphere prevalent along the Rhine during the Christmas season, offering guests a unique holiday experience.
The ‘Treasures of Burgundy & Provence’ cruise is a seven-night round-trip from Lyon, stopping at charming locales such as Macon, Chalon-Sur-Saone, Tournus, Avignon, and Arles. Priced from £1,060 for a March 26, 2025 departure, this itinerary is designed to showcase the rich heritage and breathtaking landscapes of France’s most celebrated wine-producing regions.
Further enriching the 2025 programme, the ‘Danube Rhapsody’ offers a seven-night round-trip sailing from Passau. Priced at £1,415 with an April 4, 2025 departure, it includes stops at renowned cities such as Vienna, Budapest, and Bratislava, delivering an immersive itinerary through some of Europe’s most iconic cultural capitals.
Amadeus introduces two innovative excursion categories—’Amadeus Active’ for those seeking adventure, including cycling and hiking options, and ‘Amadeus Taste’, which focuses on culinary explorations. These initiatives aim to provide passengers with diverse experiences that go beyond the traditional river cruise.
Enhancing its customer engagement strategy, the cruise line has launched a ‘Book Five, Cruise Free’ promotion for travel agents. By garnering five new bookings for 2024 or 2025 departures, agents can earn a complimentary seven-night European cruise for 2025 or 2026, thus incentivising increased bookings and deeper partnerships with travel professionals.
The 2025 programme by Amadeus River Cruises represents a multifaceted approach to European travel, integrating immersive itineraries with innovative excursion options.
