Shriners Enchanting Rhine Charter
May 5 - 12, 2027
May 5–12, 2027 | Basel to Amsterdam | AmaWaterways
With Special Day Trip to Emirat Shriners in Stuttgart – May 8, 2027
A Fraternal Voyage of a Lifetime
Fraternal Luxury Cruise Through Europe
Itinerary
Your Ship:
AmaFiora
Pricing
Join your fellow Nobles, Ladies, and friends aboard the AmaFiora, a luxury AmaWaterways river ship, for a Shriners-only charter. Sail through Switzerland, France, Germany, and the Netherlands while enjoying unforgettable excursions, gourmet dining, and the fellowship of our fraternity. This exclusive voyage includes a special day trip to Stuttgart on Saturday, May 8, 2027, to join the Emirat Shriners Spring Ceremonial.
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Day 1 – May 5 | Basel, Switzerland
Embarkation begins at 3:00 PM. Welcome reception & dinner. -
Day 2 – May 6 | Breisach, Germany
Gateway to the Black Forest with its cuckoo clocks and cherry cake — or cross into Alsace, France, for vineyards and charming villages. -
Day 3 – May 7 | Strasbourg, France
Guided tour of Strasbourg, famous for half-timbered houses, canals, and the UNESCO-listed Strasbourg Cathedral. Overnight in port. -
Day 4 – May 8 | Stuttgart, Germany
Board an exclusive coach to join the Emirat Shriners Spring Ceremonial in Stuttgart. Enjoy a group photo in Schlossplatz, time at the Mercedes-Benz Museum (subject to final schedule), and free time for shopping along Königstrasse. Nobles will attend the Ceremonial; Ladies will have their own hosted options. In the evening, rejoin Emirat Shriners for the banquet and Potentate’s Ball, before returning by coach to the ship in Rüdesheim (overnight). -
Day 5 – May 9 | Rüdesheim & Lahnstein
Enjoy Rieslings, music museums, and the lively Drosselgasse lane in Rüdesheim. Visit Marksburg Castle in medieval Lahnstein. -
Day 6 – May 10 | Cologne/Düsseldorf, Germany
Marvel at Cologne Cathedral, Germany’s most visited landmark, or explore Düsseldorf’s Altstadt — known as ‘the longest bar in the world.’ -
Day 7 – May 11 | Utrecht, Netherlands
Discover Utrecht’s canals with unique wharf cellars and climb the Gothic Dom Tower for panoramic views. Overnight in Amsterdam. -
Day 8 – May 12 | Amsterdam, Netherlands
Farewell breakfast and disembarkation. Explore Amsterdam’s canals, tulips, windmills, and world-class art from Rembrandt to Van Gogh.
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Capacity: 152 guests | 76 cabins
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62% of cabins with twin balconies
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Gourmet dining including The Chef’s Table
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Sip & Sail cocktail hour each evening
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Wellness program with fitness classes
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Heated sun-deck pool & walking track
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Complimentary bicycles in every port
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Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout
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All prices are listed in U.S. Dollars (USD) per cabin, double occupancy.
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Book by January 31, 2026 to secure Early Bird savings of $500 per cabin off the suggested price. After this date, standard Shriners Charter Rates apply.
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Port taxes and gratuities due separately
Category
E (Fixed Window)
D (Fixed Window)
CB (French Balcony)
CA (French Balcony)
BB (Twin Balcony)
BA (Twin Balcony)
AB (Twin Balcony)
AA (Twin Balcony)
SS (Suite)
Retail
$9,398
$9,498
$11,796
$12,596
$13,796
$14,196
$14,596
$14,996
$17,796
Suggested
$8,500
$8,750
$9,500
$9,900
$10,250
$10,500
$10,750
$11,000
$12,500
Early Bird
$8,000
$8,250
$9,000
$9,400
$9,750
$10,000
$10,250
$10,500
$12,000
Savings
15%
13%
24%
25%
29%
30%
30%
30%
33%
Information Session Replay
Couldn’t join us live on November 17?
Watch the full recording of our November 19 information session.
In this session, AmaWaterways representative Fatima and Trevor:
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walk through the ship,
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itinerary,
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pricing,
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cabin options,
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the May 8 Emirat Shriners ceremonial,
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and the full booking process.
Frequently Asked Questions
A Break-Even Voyage
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This charter is being organized as a break-even trip. Our goal is not profit, but to create a memorable fraternal experience on the Rhine.
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Break-even trip: Fares are set to cover the full charter cost of the ship.
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Shriners-themed charter: To secure exclusivity and theming, we must reach 55 or more cabins sold.
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Value returned: If we achieve very strong participation, any additional savings will be returned to travelers — either as onboard enhancements (premium drink packages, Shriners events, branded gifts) or direct credits.
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Book with confidence — the more Nobles, Ladies, Masons, and Guests who join us, the greater the value for everyone.
Contact
Coordinated by Shriners For Shriners
Blue Skies Travel
Via:
Trevor Eliott
(780)964-9963
Al Shamal Shriners
14111 – 145 Ave NW
