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Amsterdam Pride 2023 Rhine River Gay & Bears Cruise
7 nights from Basel, Switzerland to Amsterdam, The Netherlands
July 30 – August 06, 2023
Amadeus River Cruises Amadeus Imperial
 Join us on this uniquely beautiful bears, gay, admirers & friends cruise along the Rhine river as we sail to Amsterdam Gay Pride 2023. Discover the many beautiful facets of “Father Rhine” during this week long cruise along one of the most important and attractive rivers of Europe. Along the way you will pass the Dutch Ijsselmeer and take a detour along the winding Moselle river.
Delight in the panorama of the myth enshrouded Middle Rhine Valley with its winelands, the prominent Lorelei rock, and the highest density of castles in the world. Further highlights of this trip include visits to the very historic river cities of Basel, Strasbourg, Cologne & Amsterdam.
Pride Amsterdam remains one of the biggest and best celebrations of gay pride around the globe. It traditionally starts on the last Saturday of July and lasts until the first Sunday of August, attracting more than 350,000 participants and visitors who stay and play in Amsterdam.
Amsterdam Pride is one of the greatest gay events in the world. You will find all weekend long, the best massive with thousands of guys and of course the famous through the historic Amsterdam Unesco canals on.
The city is a vibrant rainbow of events in gay and straight venues alike, with dance parties, film screenings, sporting events, debates, exhibitions and much more. One of its most famous highlights is the spectacular Amsterdam Canal Pride Parade. There are also street parties in the streets where there's a concentration of gay bars.
Your Ship - Amadeus River Cruises Amadeus Imperial
Launched in 2020, the Amadeus Imperial is designed to offer guests an effortless combination of the vibrant energy of a river cruise day with an increasingly calm and intimate ship experience.
The ship offers 72 spacious deluxe cabins (17.5m2 / 188 sq.ft.) and 12 AMADEUS suites (26.4m² / 284 sq.ft.) in total. As on all ships built since 2011, the Amadeus Imperial cabins on the Mozart and Strauss decks also feature lowerable panoramic windows along the entire cabin width.
All deluxe cabins and suites are equipped with comfortable, spacious bathrooms, an infotainment system, a flat screen television, a telephone, a cabin safe, a minibar and individually adjustable air conditioning. The suites also have an accessible outdoor balcony with a seating area.
Panorama Restaurant
Savor exquisite cuisine at the Panorama Restaurant. The onboard menus are adjusted to reflect the flavors of the season and to take advantage of the best available market offerings.
River Terrace
The ship’s exclusive “River Terrace” open-air lounge is in the bow and its specially designed glazing provides an incomparable view of the passing riverside scenery along the way.
AMADEUS Club
The AMADEUS Club is the perfect place in which to share the pleasures of the day with a glass of wine in the evening and relax to the gentle sounds of jazz or classics.
Inclusions
• Fascinating river cruise in an outside river-view stateroom of your choice, most with French balcony or drop-down panoramic windows
• Walk-out balconies in suites
• Complimentary state-of-the-art audio headsets for all excursions
• Services of an experienced, multilingual Cruise Director
• Gourmet dining with all meals included (buffet breakfast, lunch, dinner and midnight snack) in the elegant Panorama-Restaurant, which accommodates all guests in one sitting
• Free-flowing quality red & white wines from Europe’s famous wine regions, draft beer and soft drinks as well as coffee and tea with every lunch and dinner on board
• 24-hour complimentary coffee and tea station
• Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner and Captain’s Gala Dinner
• Complimentary WIFI onboard
• Complimentary bottled water in cabins
• Special onboard entertainment including lectures, cooking demonstration, onboard music performances and nightly music by the AMADEUS Duo in the Panorama-Bar
• Complimentary use of onboard bicycles
• Non-smoking environment (smoking permitted on the Sun Deck)
• Gratuities included for ship’s staff and crew
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Amsterdam Pride 2023
Rhine River Gay Bears Cruise Itinerary
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Arrive |
Depart |
| 30 Jul |
Basel, Switzerland |
3 PM |
5 PM |
| 31 Jul |
Strasbourg, France |
9 AM |
11 PM |
| 01 Aug |
Speyer, Germany |
7 AM |
12 PM |
| 01 Aug |
Mannheim, Germany |
2 PM |
12 AM |
| 02 Aug |
Rudesheim, Germany |
7 AM |
12 PM |
| 02 Aug |
Koblenz, Germany |
3:30 AM |
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| 03 Aug |
Koblenz, Germany |
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6 AM |
| 03 Aug |
Cochem, Germany |
1:30 PM |
6 PM |
| 04 Aug |
Cologne, Germany |
7 AM |
1 PM |
| 05 Aug |
Amsterdam, Netherlands |
8 AM |
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| 06 Aug |
Amsterdam, Netherlands |
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Day 1 - Basel, Switzerland
Your journey begins in Basel , the third-largest city in Switzerland. After embarking, you can explore your AMADEUS ship and meet the cruise director on board at a Welcome Cocktail. Your floating hotel departs for Strasbourg shortly before the Welcome Dinner on board.
Welcome Dinner
Day 2 - Strasbourg, France
During the night, your ship left Switzerland and followed the Rhine into the Alsace region in the south of France. During breakfast, arrive in Strasbourg – a city known not only for its romantic old town, but also for the numerous important European institutions housed there. In the morning, explore the city independently, or as part of an organised tour. A detour to the countryside is highly recommended, particularly along the famous wine route, where the quaint wine-growing villages will delight wine-lovers and the general public alike. Late tonight, your ship departs for Germany.
Historic old town of Strasbourg
Day 3 - Speyer / Mannheim, Germany
Before breakfast, arrive in the Rhineland-Palatinate town of Speyer, which played an important role in the Holy Roman Empire during the Middle Ages. Your ship remains here until lunchtime, offering time to explore this historic destination. Your trip continues for roughly 25 kilometers towards Mannheim, our next stop along the picturesque Rhine for the remainder of the day. This young city is best explored with an extended walk, or alternatively you can take a trip to the nearby city of Heidelberg, which boasts a beautiful Baroque old town. Late at night, your ship continues in the direction of Rüdesheim.
Heidelberg Castle with view of the city and the Neckar River
Day 4 - Mannheim / Rüdesheim / Koblenz, Germany
Two charming stops await you today. In the morning, arrive in Rüdesheim, a town well known for its winemakng, especially Reisling wines. Nearby, Siegried's Mechanical Music Cabinet with its historic automated musical instruments is a delight. Your AMADEUS ship will depart punctually at lunchtime, to cruise the most beautiful section of the river – the legendary Upper Middle Rhine Valley. The view from the sun deck, of the myth-enshrouded Lorelei, is sure to be a highlight of your cruise. Shortly thereafter, we arrive in Koblenz, one of Germany’s oldest and most beautiful towns, where you can end the day with a leisurely stroll through the city.
Romantic cruise along the Upper Middle Rhine Valley
Day 5 - Koblenz / Cochem, Germany
The vessel departs Koblenz in the early hours, and makes a detour along the Mosel River to the most romantic part of the valley and the little town of Cochem. The magnificent Reichsburg castle is situated high above the town, dominating the landscape. Down below, the village with its narrow streets, half timbered houses, and numerous restaurants are an ideal setting to taste the wines of the region. Back on board dinner is served as the journey continues to Cologne.
Reichsburg Castle and Moselle wine tasting
Day 6 - Cologne, Germany
The morning is dedicated to the fascinating city of Cologne, which has over a million inhabitants. You can expect a young, vibrant metropolis with a rich cultural history and many world-famous sights, in particular the famous Cologne Cathedral. A city tour here is a must for everyone with a cultural bent. After lunch, your floating hotel departs Cologne. The afternoon is spent on board and in the evening, the captain invites you to a festive Gala Dinner, full of wonderful regional dishes.
Visit of Cologne Cathedral
Day 7 - Amsterdam Canal Pride
Amsterdam is one of the greatest gay cities in the world. From Amsterdam canals to world-famous Amsterdam museums and historical Amsterdam sights, it is one of the most romantic and beautiful cities in Europe. Canal cruises are a popular way to see the city from the perspective of its canals.
Dutch cheese tasting & canal boat tour in Amsterdam
Day 8 - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
After breakfast, your AMADEUS crew bids you “adieu” and we hope to see you again soon! Disembarkation in Amsterdam, The Netherlands at 8 AM.
Excursions & Excursion Packages
Cruise your way and choose from a carefully curated selection of immersive and inspiring excursions and adventures! Select one of our packages offered at a discounted rate when purchased in advance or book individual shore excursions at regular rates onboard your cruise.
Unlimited Shore Excursion Package | for only $428
Enjoy the flexibility to choose any shore excursion of the ones listed below for discounted rate when purchased in advance.
When booking our new ALL-IN excursion package prior to departure we offer you maximum flexibility at a great value. Create your personalized shore excursion program by choosing your favorite tours from our list of exciting options in each port.
• City Tour of Strasbourg
• Alsace and wine excursion
• Speyer walking tour
• Excursion to Heidelberg
• Rüdesheim walking tour incl. music cabinet museum
• Koblenz walking tour
• Cochem walking tour with wine tasting
• Cologne walking tour
• Excursion North Holland and city tour of Amsterdam with canal trip
Introductory Package | for only $299
Enjoy a package of six pre-selected excursions for a discounted rate when purchased in advance:
• Strasbourg with canal boat tour
• Heidelberg with visit to the castle
• Koblenz walking tour with Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
• Highlights of Cologne with Kölsch tasting
• Amsterdam with canal cruise and flower market
• Holland Waterland with Volendam, Edam and cheese tasting
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Amadeus Imperial
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Guests: 168 • Year Built: 2020• Length: 135 m • Width: 11.4 m • Decks: 4 • Staterooms: 72 • Suites: 12
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Amsterdam Pride 2023 Rhine River Gay & Bears Cruise Rates
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| Amadeus Suite |
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Mozart Deck (301 - 312). Suite (26.4 m² / 284 sq.ft.) with walk-out exterior balcony. Comfortable corner sofa, luxurious bathroom, walk-out exterior balcony, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, bathrobe, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
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$ 4,824
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$ 9,648
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| A1 Panoramic Stateroom |
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Mozart Deck (314 - 332). A-1 Cabin (17.5 m² / 188 sq.ft.) 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.
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$ 4,197
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$ 6,716
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| B1 Panoramic Stateroom |
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Strauss Deck (201 - 232). B-1 Cabin (17.5 m² / 188 sq.ft.) 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.
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$ 3,824
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$ 5,736
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| B4 Panoramic Stateroom |
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Strauss Deck (233 - 236). B-4 Cabin (17.5 m² / 188 sq.ft.) 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.
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| C1 Window Stateroom |
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Hayden Deck (101 - 115). C-1 Cabin (16 m² / 172 sq.ft.) 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.
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$ 3,101
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$ 3,567
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| C4 Window Stateroom |
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Hayden Deck (116 - 119). C-4 Cabin (16 m² / 172 sq.ft.) 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.
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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 $290 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 $290 per person is required upon booking. Final payment is due on or before February 01, 2023.
Deposit is Non-Refundable, but able to transfer for future credit on Amadeus River Cruises
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.
Please ask for further details.
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