EUROPEAN RIVER CRUISES

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1 EUROPEAN RIVER CRUISES

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3 Welcome Aboard You are invited on a memorable voyage of discovery, traveling Europe s most beautiful waterways with the AMADEUS fleet of luxury cruisers. For decades, our vessels have traversed these waterways, introducing guests to the hidden best of Europe and to the privileged comforts of river cruising. It is the single most comfortable way to travel free from transfers and hassles, full of personal choice and freedom, and appointed with surprising luxury. And today, we are proud to introduce our newest vessels, the MS AMADEUS Brilliant and MS AMADEUS Silver, representing the state-of-the-art in craftsmanship, amenities, and spaciousness. So come aboard and experience Europe like never before! our points of distinction: Luxurious Appointments Exclusive furnishings and equipment on all AMADEUS vessels with particular attention paid to modern elegance, the generous use of space and the cultivation of a calm, inviting atmosphere. Austrian Hospitality Travel oriented to an awareness of culture and the local environment combined with Austrian hospitality, superb service and the highest quality standards. Wonderful Food Fine gourmet dining, with table-service menus and top quality fresh, regional produce. We provide a substantial breakfast buffet and offer several à la carte courses for lunch and dinner served at the table, with a light lunch alternative consisting of selected delicacies. High-quality regional wines are included at dinner on board. Flexible Sightseeing Experienced tour managers on board and experienced guides ashore, coupled with ingenious use of our cable-free AMADEUS audio system on all the excursions, enable you to absorb everything you see in a relaxed and individual way.

4 Category A-1, B-1 MS AMADEUS Brilliant

5 Your Boutique Hotel Afloat Arrive, unpack, and off we go! On an AMADEUS cruise, the traveling and the accommodations merge into a single experience. You meander through Europe while your every need is met. Watch the river from your window, taking you to new places, revealing charming landscapes and unfolding more and more unforgettable places. Meanwhile you just sit back in total relaxation. The elegant comforts and personal service aboard your AMADEUS ship create an oasis of inspiration and calm. All of the bright, spacious cabins have unrestricted views of the scenery through wide, glass panoramas. Many cabins feature a French balcony (sliding glass windows) that spans the width of the cabin. Others include a full outside balcony. Experience wonderfully relaxing European travel with the sheer ease of river transport.

6 CULINARY TEMPTATIONS Indulge in an adventure of the palate at our Panorama-Restaurant aptly named for its bright views to the outside, but it also speaks to the cuisine. Your master chef and his team take inspiration from the culture and produce of the places we visit, combining culinary discovery with familiar comforts in an elegant, friendly dining experience.

7 Your day aboard an AMADEUS vessel begins with a substantial breakfast buffet where you choose from your favorite fresh ingredients and premium products. Midday, you may enjoy selected specialities in the Panorama-Restaurant buffet or a light lunch in the AMADEUS Salon. The culinary highlight of your days on the river is the dinner every evening well-composed menus and fresh delicacies reflecting the countries you visit. It s a combination of modern cuisine vitale and classical cooking, on top of which we recommend and serve selected wines from regionally and internationally renowned wine growing areas. AMADEUS is committed to bringing you the very best cuisine that the world has to offer. The elegant comforts and personal service aboard turn your AMADEUS ship into an oasis of calm and inspiration. Experience the sheer ease of river travel.

8 TRULY UNIQUE Only river cruising offers the unique opportunity to visit historic landmarks, ancient castles, vibrant cities and charming, less travelled villages while sailing the world s most picturesque waterways. Come aboard the MS AMADEUS Brilliant and MS AMADEUS Silver to cruise in modern elegance along Dutch and Belgian rivers, and through the Rhine, Main & Danube. DANUBE Classical Danube 8-day cruise: Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Melk, Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest v.v. Prague & Danube 3-day land program: Prague 8-day cruise: Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Melk, Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest v.v. Best of Europe 5-day land program: Berlin, Dresden, Prague 8-day cruise: Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Melk, Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest v.v. HOLLAND & BELGIUM Tulip Cruise 8-day cruise: Amsterdam, Arnhem, Maastricht, Antwerp, Ghent (Bruges), Amsterdam Rhine, Main & Danube THREE RIVERS CRUISE 8-day cruise: Amsterdam, Nijmegen, Cologne, Koblenz, Wuerzburg, Bamberg, Nuremburg v.v. Across Europe 15-day cruise: Amsterdam, Cologne, Nuremberg, Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest v.v. WINTER CRUISES ON THE DANUBE Magic of Advent 7-day cruise: Vienna, Passau, Nuremberg Christmas Cruise 7-day cruise: Passau, Vienna, Bratislava, Passau New Year s Eve Cruise 7-day cruise: Passau, Vienna, Budapest, Passau

9 WACHAU, austria Vienna, austria Bruges, BELGIUM Prague, Czech Republic Melk, AUSTRiA Keukenhof, Holland Dürnstein, Austria berlin, germany

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11 Esztergom, Hungary

12 Bamberg, Germany VIENNA, AUSTRIA

13 Inspiration While the riverbanks keep on revealing constantly changing landscapes, there s always more waiting to be discovered ashore. The places we visit on land unfold for you many chapters in Europe s fascinating history, highlighting new and exciting facets of our Western culture. You ll be delighted by the sheer variety of your adventures. The AMADEUS Philosophy combines relaxing hours on the river with interesting day excursions into Europe s artistic and cultural treasures. Organized day trips include strolls through romantic villages, wine tasting excursions to select vineyards, visits to places of natural beauty, and tours into the historic centers of world-famous European cities. Each journey leaves you with the stories of a lifetime and vivid impressions of these incredible places. For those seeking an alternate plan or to experience a destination on your own, our well-connected concierge is on hand to provide recommendations and assistance for private touring, restaurants, special events, museum exhibitions, church services or other independent pursuits. You may also enhance your river cruise experience by exploring the scenic landscape on your own with our complimentary bicycles. Find the right balance between cruising and exploration while cycling along the enchanting riversides of the Rhine and Danube. Or, you may resolve to share a varied day aboard the ship with friends, attending fascinating lectures, eating fabulous food, and learning more about the people, places, and cultures you visit.

14 Category A-1, B-1 Category Suite fitness room MS Amadeus SILVER YOUR FACILITIES ON BOARD: SUN DECK TECHNICAL DATA: Built: 2013 Draft: 4 ft Length: 443 ft Breadth: 37 ft Speed: 13 knots Cabin/ Suites: 77/12 MOZART-DECK Mozart-Suite SUITE 259 Sq. ft. (Outside Balcony) STRAUSS-DECK HAYDN-DECK Category A-1, B-1 MS Amadeus Brilliant 89 staterooms, thereof 12 Suites (all outside) Sun deck with deck-chairs Lido-Bar Golf putting green Panorama-Restaurant and -Bar/-Lounge River Terrace Cafe Vienna Chess board Massage room Hairdresser Fitness room AMADEUS-Club Ship-wide internet WI-FI Elevator MS AMADEUS SILVER - (Profile View) Category Suite Mozart-Deck A Sq. ft. (French Balcony) Strauss-Deck B Sq. ft. (French Balcony) Strauss-Deck B Sq. ft. (Fixed Window) Haydn-Deck C Sq. ft. (Fixed Window) Haydn-Deck C Sq. ft. (Fixed Window) RESTAURANT AMADEUS CLUB YOUR FACILITIES ON BOARD: 76 staterooms, thereof 9 Suites (all outside) Sun deck with deck-chairs Lido-Bar Golf putting green Panorama-Restaurant and -Bar Chess board Shuffle board Massage room Hairdresser Fitness room AMADEUSClub Ship-wide internet WI-FI Elevator TECHNICAL DATA: MS AMADEUS BRILLIANT - (Profile View) SUN DECK Built: 2011 Draft: 4 ft Length: 361 ft Breadth: 37 ft Speed: 13 knots Tonnage: 1,556 t Crew members: approx. 40 Cabins/Suites: 67/9 MOZART-DECK Mozart-Suite SUITE 236 Sq. ft (French Balcony) Mozart-Deck A Sq. ft (French Balcony) Strauss-Deck B Sq. ft (French Balcony) Haydn-Deck C Sq. ft. (Fixed Window) Haydn-Deck C Sq. ft. (Fixed Window) Haydn-Deck C-EK 108 Sq. ft. (Single Cabin/ Fixed Window) STRAUSS-DECK HAYDN-DECK

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