MS Amadeus Cara is a refined river cruiser launched in 2022, offering a generous 1,770 gross tonnage and a comfortable 135-meter length across four decks, with 81 cabins accommodating up to 162 guests and a dedicated crew of 46 delivering warm, personalized Austrian hospitality. The ship’s elegant interior concept blends classic charm with contemporary comfort, creating generous accommodations and intimate niches for quiet moments. Guests enjoy a seamless blend of social spaces and outdoor vistas: the open-air River Terrace for al fresco moments, the Panorama Bar and Lounge for sweeping river panoramas, Café Vienna for light bites and refined coffee culture, and a lower sun deck lounge to bask in the sunshine. This vessel is built for flexible itineraries—from week-long cruises to immersive 15-day journeys—where you are the architect of your own time, whether you’re drifting through Austria’s Wachau region with tulip fields and vineyards or visiting historic villages and castles along rivers in Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, and Croatia. With careful attention to guest comfort, the Amadeus Cara provides electrical plugs of EU 2-pin 220V (adapters are not provided), ensuring easy charging for devices as you reconnect with the river horizon. The ship’s refined ambience, attentive service, and well-crafted itineraries invite guests to slow down, savor the moment, and discover the Old World through the lens of graceful navigation and genuine Austrian hospitality.
Ship Specifications
Complimentary Bike Rental
You can enjoy complete independence on your excursions with our free on-board bicycle hire. Of course, we will also equip you with the appropriate accessories, such as bicycle helmets and more.
Bike Rentals Onboard:
- 3 e-Bikes & 2 Standard Bikes
- Complimentary Rental including accessories (bike helmets)
- Available on all ships (except on trips to Southern France)
Amadeus Active
These excursions give you the freedom to actively discover Europe. Cycle through the historic streets of Vienna, the magnificent mountain town of Bamberg, or along the charming canals of Amsterdam. Or follow your wanderlust in Linz, Oberwesel in the Middle Rhine Valley, or between the vineyards of Bernkastel-Kues.
Amadeus Taste
Experience culinary highlights across Europe: Discover Passau on a delicious tour, raise your glass with wine and sparkling wine in Koblenz, and taste exquisite Mosel wines in Cochem and Rüdesheim. Enjoy Haute Cuisine at the fa-mous Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse and explore the flavors of France on a truffle farm in Grignan.
Amadeus Classic
With our classic excursions, you'll experience Europe's cul-tural and historical treasures up close. Famous buildings. and squares, which you know from films and books, come to life on guided city tours. Experienced guides reveal the secrets of these places, taking you into the great stories of humanity.
Amadeus Experience
With our classic excursions, you'll experience Europe's cul-tural and historical treasures up close. Famous buildings. and squares, which you know from films and books, come to life on guided city tours. Experienced guides reveal the secrets of these places, taking you into the great stories of humanity.
Amadeus Audio-Guides
Included for all guided excursions: our wireless AMADEUS audio system, which supports you in a relaxed and uncomplicated way during your discovery tours. This gives you more freedom of movement - without missing anything moving.
Panorama Restaurant
The name says it all. With sweeping views of timeless landscapes, the Panorama Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Start the day with our boundless breakfast buffet or a simple cup of coffee. Order a favorite specialty from the lunch menu before heading out for the afternoon. As the sun sets, sit back and enjoy a four-course gourmet dinner.
Would you like to reserve a specific seat in the Panorama Restaurant? Then please contact our restaurant manager/maître d'hôtel on the first day of your cruise and let him know where you would like to sit. We will do our best to accommodate your wishes.
There is always a vegetarian option for all meals on board AMADEUS ships. Our chefs and restaurant staff do all they can to ensure that all other dietary requirements are met wherever possible. Such requirements of individual passengers can, however, only be fulfilled if service fulfilment for all passengers on board can also be ensured. In all cases, passengers are obliged to control the food which has been served to them in so far as it is possible. Passengers must inform us of any food intolerances or dietary requirements as soon as possible (at least 60 days prior to departure). If we are not informed in good time, passengers cannot expect their dietary requirements to be considered. We reserve the right to not permit a passenger on board if the fulfilment of their dietary requirements would pose too great a challenge for the on-board organisation.
Café Vienna
Step inside Café Vienna and experience the legendary Viennese coffee traditions. How sweet can life be? As delectable as an authentic Austrian pastry or tart paired with a classic Austrian coffee drink. Choose an afternoon in the quiet calm of Café Vienna where guests gather to visit or read or… just indulge.
Panorama Bar and Lounge
After dinner why not take yourself to the Panorama Bar and Lounge. Entertainment from local musicians and a fully stocked bar where you will find your favourite tipple. With an elegant decor and floor to ceiling windows the Panorama bar and lounge allows you wonderful river views of the towns and cities of Europe.
Amadeus Club
Where style meets mood. Sink into a comfortable chair and listen to the cool sounds of jazz or drink a glass of wine and introduce yourself to a new friend. Do you like classical music? Could this be your new favorite club? Spend one more evening to decide.
Sun Deck
Enjoy your time on our spacious sun deck and have a good time. Whether with a glass of wine, a refreshing cocktail or a delicious al fresco lunch - experience unique views of the passing natural scenery.
River Terrace
Summertime is best enjoyed with a cool drink, which is why you will find a new form of open-air relaxation on our AMADEUS vessels: the elegant River Terrace generates a great holiday atmosphere and provides spectacular views of the river while its extensive glass panels protect you from the airstream and rain.
On-Board Musicians
Magical evenings and glamorous entertainment
In the evening, let our on-board musicians entertain you and perhaps take to the floor yourself and dance to some of your favourite tunes! Take time for something special – yourself!
Reception
Our reception is staffed around the clock during your journey and our team will be happy to help you in all matters. If you would prefer to explore the region on your own, our reception team will be on hand with advice! Whether you are planning a shopping trip, cultural trip or an individual city tour; we will be happy to help you with any planning and give you the best addresses.
Gift Shop
There is a gift shop onboard with a limited selection of toiletries, souvenirs, and other sundries. All purchases are charged to your shipboard account. The hours of operation are adjusted to each day’s program. Please enquire about shop opening times at the reception.
Please note: No over-the-counter medications are available, in accordance with European laws
Sun Deck
Facilities on this deck:
- Sun Deck Lounge
- Putting Green
- Chess Board
- Shuffleboard
Mozart Deck
Facilities on this deck:
- Elevator
- Amadeus Club
- Reception
- Café Vienna
- Panorama Bar
- River Terrace
- Suites
- A-1 Staterooms
Strauss Deck
Facilities on this deck:
- Elevator
- Shop
- Restaurant
- B-1 Staterooms
- B-4 Staterooms
Haydn Deck
Facilities on this deck:
- Elevator
- Fitness Room
- Hair/Massage Salon
- C-1 Staterooms
- C-4 Staterooms
Suite with Walk-Out Exterior Balcony
AMADEUS Suite (26.4m²) with walk-out exterior balcony:
Comfortable corner sofa, luxurious bathroom, walk-out exterior balcony, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, bathrobe, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
A-1 Cabin with Drop-Down Panoramic Window
A-1 Cabin (17.5m²) with drop-down panoramic window:
Spacious bathroom, drop-down panoramic window, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
B-1 Cabin with Drop-Down Panoramic Window
B-1 Cabin (17.5m²) with drop-down panoramic window:
Spacious bathroom, drop-down panoramic window, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
B-4 Cabin with Drop-Down Panoramic Window
B-4 Cabin (17.5m²) with drop-down panoramic window:
Spacious bathroom, drop-down panoramic window, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
C-1 Cabin with Panoramic Window
C-1 Cabin (16m²) with panoramic window:
Spacious bathroom, panoramic window (cannot be opened), mini-bar, spacious wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
C-4 Cabin with panoramic window
C-4 Cabin (16m²) with panoramic window:
Spacious bathroom, small panoramic window (cannot be opened), mini-bar, spacious wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Fitness
Relaxation and activity in equal measure. If you don't want to miss out on being active during your vacation, you can use the on-board gym free of charge, which is open 24 hours a day and is equipped with high-quality training equipment. The joint early morning sport on the sun deck is ideal for an active start to the day.
Hair/Massage Salon
The perfect day – as you like it
Why not chuck your usual routine overboard and start a feel-good programme of your very own! You could best do this by booking a relaxing massage in our Vital club or arranging for a beauty treatment with our onboard hairdresser. An excellent way to make an active start to the day would be to join the early morning exercise group on the sun deck or visit our well-equipped fitness room, which is open for you round the clock.
