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Amadeus Star: ship guide
Glass-walled River Terrace at the bow, drop-down windows and a 16-day Danube Delta run.
Best for: Couples and small groups who want a modern, inclusive river ship with window-wall views and the choice of Rhine, Danube or the long Danube Delta voyage. Sails from Amsterdam, Basel, Passau, Budapest, Nuremberg, Vienna in 2026 and 2027.
About Amadeus Star
Amadeus Star joined the Lueftner family fleet in 2019 as the newest 135-meter ship of its generation, carrying 164 guests in 70 staterooms and 12 suites with a crew of about 45. Its signature is the River Terrace at the bow, an open-air lounge wrapped in glass so you can sit outside in the scenery whatever the weather, paired with the Amadeus Club wine bar and library at the stern.
Nearly every stateroom faces the river. Mozart and Strauss Deck cabins measure 188 square feet with panoramic windows that lower at the push of a button, Haydn Deck cabins are 172 square feet behind fixed picture windows, and the 12 Amadeus Suites add a walk-out balcony, a walk-in wardrobe and an espresso machine. The Panorama Restaurant serves a four-course dinner each evening with wine, beer and soft drinks included at lunch and dinner.
In 2026 and 2027 Amadeus Star splits its year between the Rhine and the Danube: the eight-day Classical Rhine Cruise between Amsterdam and Basel, Danube Rhapsody round trips from Passau, Classical Danube Cruises between Passau and Budapest, the spring Tulip Serenade from Amsterdam, a 16-day Beautiful Blue Danube and Danube Delta voyage, and Advent cruises between Nuremberg and Vienna. It suits couples who want a quiet, adult-oriented ship with an inclusive fare and e-bikes for independent exploring.
- River Terrace at the bow, a glass-shielded open-air lounge for scenery in any weather
- Amadeus Club at the stern with a wine bar and library, coffee and tea around the clock
- Drop-down panoramic windows in every Mozart and Strauss Deck stateroom
- 12 Amadeus Suites of 284 square feet with walk-out exterior balconies
- Wine, draft beer, soft drinks, coffee and tea included with every lunch and dinner
- Complimentary Wi-Fi, gratuities and four e-bikes for shore days
- 24-hour fitness room and a massage room on board
- 16-day Beautiful Blue Danube and Danube Delta round trip from Passau in 2027
Staterooms and suites
Haydn Deck Cabins (C-1, C-4)
172 square feet on the lowest guest deck with a fixed panoramic window, double or twin beds, walk-in shower, wardrobe, flat-screen TV and in-room safe; the best-value way aboard, and the deck is served by the guest elevator.
Strauss Deck Cabins (B-1, B-4)
188 square feet on the middle deck with a drop-down panoramic window that lowers at the push of a button to create an open-air feel, Amadeus Signature Bed, walk-in wardrobe, walk-in shower and minibar.
Mozart Deck Cabins (A-1)
The same 188-square-foot layout and drop-down panoramic window on the top accommodation deck, closest to the Panorama Restaurant, Panorama Bar and sun deck stairs.
Amadeus Suites
Twelve 284-square-foot suites on the Mozart Deck with a walk-out exterior balcony, separate living and sleeping areas, walk-in wardrobe, espresso machine, minibar, bathrobes and slippers, plus early check-in from 2 pm and late check-out.
Single Cabins (C-SNG)
Two 108-square-foot single cabins on the Haydn Deck with a panoramic window and a single bed, sold for solo travelers.
Amadeus Star deck plans
Deck by deck, straight from our booking engine: the plan, the stateroom categories on that deck and the public rooms. Pick a deck.
Sun Deck
Stern Terrace, Chess Board, Lido Bar.
Plans are the cruise line’s current drawings as supplied to our booking engine. Layouts change with refurbishments; your SmartCruiser advisor confirms the exact stateroom when you book.
On board Amadeus Star
Dining on Amadeus Star
Panorama RestaurantIncluded
Floor-to-ceiling windows and one open seating for buffet breakfast, served lunch with regional specialties and a four-course dinner with a choice of courses each night.
Panorama BarIncluded
Early-riser breakfast and a light lunch buffet by day, then cocktails, live music and themed evenings after dinner.
Amadeus ClubIncluded
Stern lounge with a wine bar and library, jazz and classical music in the evening and complimentary coffee and tea 24 hours a day.
River TerraceIncluded
Glass-enclosed open-air lounge at the bow for a drink in the fresh air with the river rolling past.
Afternoon tea and late-night snacksIncluded
Daily finger sandwiches and cakes, late-night bites, and picnic lunch boxes on request for a day ashore.
Drinks policyIncluded
Hand-selected wines, draft beer, soda, coffee and tea are included with every lunch and dinner, plus a welcome cocktail reception and gala dinner; bar drinks outside meals and minibar items are charged to your onboard account.
Entertainment and activities
- Sun deck with loungers and open-air lunches and cocktails in fine weather
- River Terrace at the bow and the Amadeus Club wine bar and library
- Evening live music, cocktails and themed nights in the Panorama Bar
- Lectures, cooking demonstrations and local folklore performances brought on board
- 24-hour fitness room, morning exercise sessions and a massage room
- Four complimentary e-bikes with helmets for independent riding in port
- Guided excursions in Active, Taste, Classic and Experience themes, sold as discounted packages
- Wireless audio system for every guided tour
Families and who it suits
Amadeus ships carry no facilities or programs for children. Guests 14 and under may sail only with the line’s prior consent, and anyone 17 or under must share a stateroom with a parent, guardian or responsible adult over 21 who signs a liability waiver.
Best for: Couples and small groups who want a modern, inclusive river ship with window-wall views and the choice of Rhine, Danube or the long Danube Delta voyage.
Sails from: Amsterdam, Basel, Passau, Budapest, Nuremberg, Vienna · Regions: Rhine, Danube, Lower Danube and Danube Delta, Dutch and Belgian waterways
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Facts checked against Amadeus River Cruises: Amadeus Star, Amadeus River Cruises: Suites and staterooms, Amadeus River Cruises: Amenities and inclusions, Amadeus River Cruises: Terms and conditions (children policy) on October 14, 2026. Ship details change with refurbishments; your SmartCruiser advisor confirms the current layout when you book.
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