Signature highlights
The ship features a heated indoor pool, yacht-style AMADEUS Club, glass-shielded River Terrace, panoramic public areas and a low-draft lightweight design intended to support reliable operation during fluctuating water levels.
AMADEUS Amara
AMADEUS Amara is a 164-guest Amadeus River Cruises river cruise ship, in service since 2025. This page lists 5 upcoming departures across 5 itineraries in European River Cruises, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
✓ Couples seeking a new-build river ship
✓ Travelers who value larger suites with walk-out balconies
✓ Guests wanting an indoor pool on a river vessel
AMADEUS Amara at a glance
Best for
- Couples seeking a new-build river ship
- Travelers who value larger suites with walk-out balconies
- Guests wanting an indoor pool on a river vessel
- Adults who enjoy a compact luxury venue mix
- Fitness-minded travelers needing a 24-hour gym
Think twice if you want
- Families seeking dedicated children’s facilities
- Travelers wanting extensive nightlife or theatre productions
- Guests requiring published accessibility specifications
- Passengers preferring many alternative restaurants
- Travelers seeking an outdoor swimming pool
Live Position ● 44 minutes ago
Heading to: Mainz
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Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About AMADEUS Amara
AMADEUS Amara is a German-flagged premium river cruise ship introduced in 2025 for voyages on the Rhine and Danube. The 135-meter vessel accommodates up to 164 guests in 70 cabins and 12 suites. Its design emphasizes light, open public spaces, low-draft operation and contemporary comfort, making it well suited to changing river conditions. Passenger amenities include an indoor pool, yacht-style club lounge, panorama restaurant, fitness room, massage facilities and a spacious sun deck.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Lüftner Cruises GmbH, operating as Amadeus River Cruises
- Builder / shipyard
- Den Breejen Shipyard, Hardinxveld-Giessendam; casco built by Zwijnenburg
- Registry / flag
- Germany (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- DC7188
- MMSI
- 211169450
- Draft
- 1.3 m
Onboard Experience
For families
The ship offers an indoor pool, complimentary bicycles and spacious outdoor areas, but is primarily designed as an upscale adult-oriented river cruise environment.
Pools, spa & wellness
Facilities include a heated indoor pool, fitness room with equipment available around the clock, massage room and opportunities for exercise on the sun deck.
Accessibility
An onboard elevator connects the principal passenger decks. Specific accessible-cabin and mobility arrangements should be confirmed with the operator before booking.
Environmental features
The ship uses lightweight construction and a shallow 1.3-meter draft to reduce water resistance and fuel consumption while improving operational flexibility at varying river levels.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 4
Lido-Bar Chess Board ShuffleboardDeck 3
Panorama-Bar and Lounge AMADEUS Club River Terrace Indoor Pool Bar AMADEUS Suite A-1 CabinDeck 2
Panorama-Restaurant Gift Shop Reception B-1 Cabin B-4 CabinDeck 1
Fitness Room Massage Room C-1 Cabin C-4 CabinView the official AMADEUS Amara deck plans from Amadeus River Cruises →
Cabins & suites
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMADEUS SuiteNamed category; 26.4 m² with a walk-out exterior balcony. | Suite | 12 | 284 sq ft | 3 |
| A-1 CabinOperator booking category A-1; 17.5 m² with a drop-down panoramic window. | Balcony | — | 188 sq ft | 3 |
| B-1 CabinOperator booking category B-1; 17.5 m² with a drop-down panoramic window. | Balcony | — | 188 sq ft | 2 |
| B-4 CabinOperator booking category B-4; 17.5 m² with a drop-down panoramic window. | Balcony | — | 188 sq ft | 2 |
Dining, bars & venues
5 included 2 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Panorama-Restaurant
Included
The main dining room serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, with afternoon tea and late-night snacks also offered.
Bars & lounges
Panorama-Bar and Lounge
Varies
A lounge and bar area for drinks and onboard social and entertainment activities.
AMADEUS Club
Varies
A club lounge with coffee and tea service, seating and access to the indoor pool.
River Terrace
Varies
A glass-shielded outdoor lounge at the forward end of the Mozart Deck.
Lido-Bar
Varies
The Sun Deck bar serves drinks and supports light outdoor refreshment service.
History & sister ships
Other Premium river cruise ship ships
Where AMADEUS Amara sails, month by month
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| European River Cruises | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
Ports of Call
Next: Aug 26, 2027
1 upcoming departure
All 5 itineraries and their departure dates
- Adventszauber am Rhein 28 Nov 2026
- Blaue Donau 26 Aug 2027
- Donau Rhapsody 9 Sep 2027
- Drei Flüsse Kreuzfahrt 19 Aug 2027
- Quer durch Europa - Amsterdam/Budapest 19 Aug 2027
All Upcoming Departures
| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 28, 2026 | Dec 2, 2026 | Adventszauber am Rhein | 4 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Aug 19, 2027 | Aug 26, 2027 | Drei Flüsse Kreuzfahrt | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Aug 19, 2027 | Sep 2, 2027 | Quer durch Europa - Amsterdam/Budapest | 14 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Aug 26, 2027 | Sep 2, 2027 | Blaue Donau | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Sep 9, 2027 | Sep 16, 2027 | Donau Rhapsody | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
AMADEUS Amara FAQ
What flag does AMADEUS Amara sail under?
AMADEUS Amara is registered in Germany.
How many passengers does AMADEUS Amara hold?
AMADEUS Amara carries about 164 guests with roughly 46 crew.
How old is AMADEUS Amara?
AMADEUS Amara entered service in 2025.
What is the dress code on AMADEUS Amara?
Smart-casual clothing is acceptable for meals. Jackets and ties are not required, and shorts are not suggested for dinner.
What dining is included?
The standard fare includes breakfast, multi-course lunches and dinners, afternoon tea and late-night snacks. Selected wine, beer, soft drinks, coffee and tea are included with lunch and dinner.
Are gratuities included?
Ship staff and crew gratuities are included in the standard cruise fare.
Is Wi-Fi available onboard?
Wi-Fi is available throughout the vessel, including staterooms. Connection quality can vary along the route and may be interrupted briefly.
Are children’s facilities available?
AMADEUS vessels do not maintain dedicated facilities or services for children. Children aged 14 and under require prior approval, and minors must travel with a responsible adult.
Is AMADEUS Amara wheelchair accessible?
The operator publishes a passenger lift, but the available ship materials do not provide complete accessibility specifications for cabins or public areas.