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Vienna Pride 2025 Danube River Gay & Bears Cruise
7 nights from Passau, Germany to Budapest, Hungary
June 11 – 18, 2025
Amadeus River Cruises Amadeus Nova
 Join us on this uniquely beautiful bears, gay, admirers & friends cruise along the Danube river as we sail from Passau, Germany to Vienna Gay Pride 2025, and Budapest, Hungary. This classic cruise brings together glorious cities along one of the world‘s most beautiful stretches of rivers on a trip through the heart of Old World Europe. This quintessential cruise along the beautiful Danube begins in the “Three Rivers City“ of Passau at the confluence of the Inn, Ilz and Danube rivers and takes you all the way to the “Queen of the Danube“ — the capital city of Budapest, which straddles the river with its hilly ‘Buda‘ featuring Fisherman‘s Bastion & castle district over to the flat ‘Pest‘ side with its iconic Parliament building.
Along the way travel through four of Europe‘s most important countries — Hungary, Slovakia, Austria & Germany. Explore years of history and culture in the Imperial cities of Budapest, Vienna & Bratislava as well as the UNESCO protected Austrian Wachau Valley — blanketed with rolling hills, flourishing vineyards and picturesque villages. Experience the beauty along the Danube River.
Vienna's gay Pride sure turns the heat up each year in June, with the city coming alive with plenty of pride-related events, including an incredible Pride Parade.
Along with an incredible parade which takes place on the city's most beautiful boulevard, Ringstrasse, you can look forward to a series of Pride Villages set up across the city, which will showcase live performers and DJs. In addition to this, the Pride Run has become a popular staple of Vienna Pride, first taking place in 2018 but set to remain a permanent fixture. While you may assume Vienna is relatively posh and orderly most of the time, the city rocks during its annual pride, with people flooding the streets with party spirits each year.
Your Ship - Brand New Amadeus Nova
The Amadeus Nova redefines the art of river cruising. Debuting in 2024, this ship not only features pioneering technical innovations – underlining Amadeus’ commitment to a green future – it revolutionizes comfort on board, offering more space, luxury, and modern design than ever before.
The AMADEUS Nova. Indulge your passion for luxurious, environmentally sustainable travel. With the AMADEUS Nova, your passion for luxury travel seamlessly blends with your love for nature. Join us on board in 2024 and explore the most captivating cities and landscapes along the Danube while embracing a cleaner future.
Featuring the latest in pioneering technical innovations, our latest AMADEUS ship underlines our commitment to the green future of river cruising. AMADEUS newest vessel features a hybrid diesel-electric engine, solar panels for clean energy, and a powerful system for efficient heat recovery. At the same time, we have also redefined comfort on board, offering more space, luxury, and modern design.
More Space for the Love of Luxury
If you have experienced the AMADEUS Cara or Riva, the Nova will feel remarkably familiar. The deck plan remains similar, yet everything exudes an unexpectedly spacious and refreshingly new ambiance. The Nova has earned her name for a reason, some key features makes her truly exceptional:
• Heated swimming pool on the sundeck and even more open-air areas
• Many open areas and far more space than ever before
• Every suite has floor-to-ceiling windows with a private balcony where you become one with nature
• 5-star amenities that meets your demands for luxury and comfort more than ever
A Wide Variety for Your Palate
Enjoy a light and airy lunch at the AMADEUS Lounge, sweeten your afternoon in the Café Vienna, savor each bite in while dining in the Panorama Restaurant, and enjoy a cocktail under the stars at the Lido Bar on the Sun Deck.
With numerous breathtaking spots on the AMADEUS Nova, you will always find a new favorite place to discover.
Inclusions
Suites & Staterooms
• Luxury river-view staterooms: Spacious Mozart Suites with walk-out balconies and stateroom cabins on Mozart and Strauss Decks with Panorama Retractable Windows.
• Individual climate control and in-room safe
• Choice of bed configuration in all categories (double or twin bedding)
• Bottled water in every stateroom
Gourmet Dining
• Gourmet dining featuring:
- Breakfast
- Multi-course lunches and
- Dinners with menu choices (including vegetarian options),
- Afternoon tea and late-night snacks.
• Free-flowing hand-selected wines from the best wine regions, draft beer, soda, as well as coffee and tea with every lunch and dinner
• Coffee and tea are available 24 hours a day in the Amadeus Club.
• Welcome and Farewell Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner, and Captain’s Gala Dinner
An Array of Amenities
• An Array of Amenities
• Complimentary Wi-Fi onboard
• The onboard fitness center is open 24 hours a day
• All gratuities on board are included in your cruise fare
Voyage of Discovery
• Special Themed Parties and Entertainment
• AMADEUS digital audio system for all guided excursions
• Variety of enriching onboard programs, including fascinating lectures, cooking demonstrations, local cultural performances, and music by our onboard musicians
• Complimentary use of onboard bicycles for independent exploration
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Vienna Pride 2025
Danube River Gay Bears Cruise Itinerary
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Arrive |
Depart |
| 11 Jun |
Passau, Germany |
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| 12 Jun |
Passau, Germany |
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10 AM |
| 12 Jun |
Linz, Austria |
4:30 PM |
10 PM |
| 13 Jun |
Emmersdorf, Austria |
8 AM |
12 PM |
| 13 Jun |
Durnstein, Austria |
2 PM |
4:30 PM |
| 13 Jun |
Vienna, Austria |
9 PM |
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| 14 Jun |
Vienna, Austria |
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| 15 Jun |
Vienna, Austria |
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12 AM |
| 16 Jun |
Bratislava, Slovakia |
8 AM |
10 PM |
| 17 Jun |
Esztergom, Hungary |
7 AM |
8:30 AM |
| 17 Jun |
Budapest, Hungary |
1 PM |
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| 18 Jun |
Budapest, Hungary |
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Day 1 - Passau, Germany
Passau is notable for its gothic and baroque architecture. The city is dominated by the Veste Oberhaus and the Veste Niederhaus, both parts of the former fortress of the Bishop, on the mountain crest between the Danube and the Ilz.
This afternoon, embark and settle in your cabin. This evening, meet fellow travelers at a Welcome Cocktail, followed by a beautifully prepared Welcome Dinner.
The nearest airport to Passau is Linz (LNZ). However, there are better options for getting to Passau. You can take a train from Munich (MUC) to Passau via Landshut in around 2h 38m.
Day 2 - Linz, Austria
This afternoon we stop at the three-rivers city of Passau, lying at the confluence of the Danube, the Inn and the Ilz. Take a guided walking excursion. At St. Stephen’s Cathedral, see an organ with 17,774 pipes and 233 registers, the second largest in the world.
Linz is especially known for events such as the Bruckner Festival, the Cloud of Sound and the Ars Electronica Festival, a festival for art, technology and society. A large number of other festivals and events enrich the artistic life in Linz and its surroundings.
Day 3 - Emmersdorf, Austria
Set on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Danube, the Baroque Benedictine abbey of Melk awaits you this morning with its frescoes created by pre-eminent artists of the 18th century, and a magnificent library with priceless manuscripts. Located in Lower Austria, Austria, Emmersdorf an der Donau is home to an impressive selection of attractions and experiences, making it well worth a visit. Emmersdorf affords perhaps the most stunning view of Melk Abbey. The town also has an impressive historical center with Rothenhof Castle, vintner houses from the 16th c or the Romanesque-Gothic fortress chapel ruins in Gossam.
Day 3 - Dürnstein, Austria
During lunch on board, the ship continues to Dürnstein, a picturesque wine growers’ village located in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Wachau Valley. Explore the village with a local guide or choose an excursion to a local vineyard to sample some of the region’s famous Grüner Veltliner wines. The ship arrives in Vienna later this evening and remains overnight.
Day 4 - Vienna Gay Pride
Vienna Pride is one of the most colourful pride events in Europe featuring a festive gay village, huge circuit parties, camp Viennese balls, several cultural events all wrapped up with a fun, friendly and vibrant gay scene. Each day, from 11.00 am to 10.00 pm, visitors can relax on loungers, enjoy a drink, learn about the Viennese community and dance to party music in a purposely built raised sand beach, one of the many traditions of Vienna Pride.
Day 5 - Vienna, Austria
There is much to see in Vienna: its imperial palaces, the Museum Quarter displaying works by Egon Schiele, Gustav Klimt and other artists, the impressive buildings along the “Ringstrasse“, St. Stephen’s Cathedral and the famous Vienna State Opera among many others. This afternoon, perhaps venture to Schönbrunn Palace, the sumptuous summer palace and gardens of Empress Maria Theresia and the Habsburg Empire. Cap off your Vienna experience with a “Sound of Vienna“ concert in a local hall. Listen to the “Alt Vienna“ orchestra play popular pieces from Vienna’s classical era. The vessel remains in Vienna until late this evening when it departs for Bratislava.
Day 6 - Bratislava, Slovakia
Wake up this morning in Bratislava, a jewel on the Danube and the capital of Slovakia. Explore the city on your own or with a guided optional tour through the city. See the home of the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra, the old city walls, the summer residence of the archbishop and the current residence of the president of Slovakia. This afternoon you can choose to travel outside the city to the Schloss Hof Palace and Estate — the Imperial country estate of the Habsburgs acquired by the Empress Maria Theresa.
Day 7 - Esztergom, Hungary
It was the birth and coronation place of the first Hungarian king, St. Stephen, as well as the capital of Hungary until the 13th century. Esztergom is the seat of the Hungarian Catholic Church and home to the Basilica of Esztergom, a masterpiece of Classicism and the third largest church in Europe.
Day 7 - Budapest, Hungary
Straddling the Danube River, Budapest, Hungary's illustrious capital, is a treasure trove of history, culture, and natural beauty. Renowned for its remarkable architecture, relaxing thermal baths, and flavorful cuisine, Budapest never ceases to astonish visitors from all over the globe. This afternoon, explore the fantastic Hungarian capital of Budapest on a panoramic tour. The unique Chain Bridge straddles the Danube, connecting the Buda side and its Fisherman’s Bastion, with the Pest side and its iconic Hungarian Parliament building.
On your last evening on board, the festive Captain‘s Gala Dinner and a lights cruise through the magnificently illuminated metropolis.
Day 8 - Budapest, Hungary
After breakfast, the entire AMADEUS crew bids you farewell and wishes you a safe journey home. We hope to welcome you again soon! Disembarkation in Budapest, Hungary at 8 AM.
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Amadeus Nova
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Length: 135 m • Width: 11.4 m • Guests: 158 • Crew: 46 • Year Built: 2024 • Decks: 4 • Guest Cabins: 79
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Vienna Pride 2025 Danube River Gay & Bears Cruise Rates
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Mozart Deck (301 - 312). AMADEUS Suite (284.2ft²) 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.
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$ 5,925
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$ 11,850
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| Category A-1 |
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Mozart Deck (315 - 332). A-1 Cabin (188.4ft²) 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. |
$ 5,115
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$ 8,204
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| Category B-1 |
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Strauss Deck (201 - 232). B-1 Cabin (188.4ft²) 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. |
$ 4,755
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$ 7,182
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Strauss Deck (233 - 236). B-4 Cabin (188.4ft²) 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. |
$ 4,462
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$ 6,327
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Hayden Deck (101 - 115). C-1 Cabin (172.2ft²) with panoramic window:
Spacious bathroom, small panoramic window (cannot be opened), 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. Cabins with connecting doors are available on request. |
$ 3,996
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$ 5,305
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Hayden Deck (116 - 119). C-4 Cabin (172.2ft²) with panoramic window:
Spacious bathroom, panoramic window (cannot be opened), 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. Cabins with connecting doors are available on request. |
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Prices include almost everything: your berth and transportation from port to port, onboard entertainment and activities, free shore excursions in every port, all your meals and snacks including beer/wine/soft drinks with meals, free WiFi on board, all Bear Cruise extras, and much more!
Taxes & charges of $200 pp, and optional insurance are additional.
Current rates may be lower or higher than rates as listed above based on current promotions and availability of cabins at the time of booking. An agent will apprise you of any changes, available pricing promotions and cabin options specific to your interests before moving forward with any booking or charging of your credit card.
First deposit of 10% of cruise fare plus $500 per person ($700 for singles) is required upon booking.
Second deposit of 20% due on June 15, 2024.
Final payment is due on February 01, 2025.
Optional shore excursions will be offered.
Prices are cruise only and DO NOT INCLUDE return airfare! Please ask for airfare add-ons back to your home city.
Fares are subject to availability and may change without prior notice.
Cancellation Policy:
- 151 days or more prior to departure: 20%
- 150 - 120 days prior to departure: 60%
- 119 - 90 days prior to departure: 90%
- 89 days or less: 100%
Please ask for further details.
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