Step Aboard Stylish River Ships
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The river cruise ships chosen by A&K for our Connections European River Cruise Journeys are spacious yet intimate, stylish yet inviting and complete with both modern amenities and legendary hospitality. Selected by the experts at A&K, each vessel is also the perfect complement to a complete itinerary that carries you into the heart of your destination via Europe’s greatest waterways. An A&K Resident Tour Director accompanies your journey from start to finish, serving on board as your group’s private concierge, and on shore, joining your local guide to lead enriching excursions exclusive to Connections guests. The result is an unforgettable adventure that reveals local people, culture and cuisine at their most authentic and intimate. It’s simply the finest small-group boutique river cruise experience in Europe.
Relaxing Atmosphere and Modern Amenities
Each vessel selected for Connections cruises features a welcoming, casual atmosphere and cutting-edge amenities. Enjoy massage facilities and a fitness room on board, a sun deck for relaxation and classic games such as chess, pickleball or shuffleboard to pass the time.
Preferred Cabins and Suites with Balconies
On every Connections boutique river cruise journey, A&K offers only the cabins and suites most preferred by our guests, including suites with full, walk-out balconies or cabins featuring drop-down windows, which offer unrestricted views through wide glass panoramas.
Exclusive Meals Aboard and Ashore
Prepared fresh on board by a master chef and his team, every course features locally inspired delicacies as well as included wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner. Always dine with your Connections group at tables reserved exclusively for you and experience culinary adventures ashore at carefully selected restaurants — an exclusive affair just for your small group.
Service that Goes the Extra Mile
While cruising Europe, your needs are attended to by a seasoned crew that works on the river year in and year out, making them experts at anticipating requests before you even have to make them. The crews serving on every Connections European River Cruise Journey boast years of experience, turning your river ship into an inviting home away from home.
River Cruise Fleet at a Glance
A&K’s vessels for Connections European River Cruise Journeys offer hotel-style amenities, such as a hairdresser, fitness room and ship-wide Wi-Fi. Each also features Panorama Restaurant and Bar, Amadeus Club, lido bar and an outdoor, glass-shielded "River Terrace." Below are other individual specifications.
'Amadeus Riva'
- 67 cabins and 12 suites
- Launched in 2023
- Approximately 46 Crew Members
- Amenities include hairdresser, massage room fitness room, walking track and shuffleboard
'Amadeus Cara'
- 71 cabins and 10 suites
- Launched in 2022
- Approximately 46 crew members
- Amenities include a hairdresser, massage room, panoramic bar, shuffleboard and fitness room
'Amadeus Imperial'
- 72 cabins and 12 suites
- Launched in 2020
- Approximately 44 crew members
- Amenities include a hairdresser, massage room, panoramic bar, shuffleboard and fitness room
'Amadeus Star'
- 70 cabins and 12 suites
- Launched in 2019
- 46 crew members
- Amenities include a hairdresser, massage room, fitness room and shuffleboard
'Amadeus Queen'
- 69 cabins and 12 suites
- Launched in 2018
- 46 crew members
- Amenities include a hairdresser, massage room, fitness room, shuffleboard and retractable-roof pool deck
'Amadeus Silver III'
- 72 cabins and 12 suites
- Launched in 2016
- 46 crew members
- Amenities include a hairdresser, massage room, fitness room, shuffleboard and pickleball