Shriners Enchanting Rhine Charter
May 5 - 12, 2027
May 5–12, 2027 | Basel to Amsterdam | AmaWaterways
With Special Day Trip to Emirat Shriners in Heidelberg – 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 Heidelberg 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 | Heidelberg, Germany
Board an exclusive coach to join the Emirat Shriners Spring Ceremonial in Heidelberg. Ladies will enjoy shopping and a visit to the Heidelberg Castle while Nobles attend the Ceremonial. 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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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
$7,440
$7,690
$8,440
$8,840
$9,190
$9,440
$9,690
$9,940
$11,440
Savings
21%
19%
28%
30%
33%
34%
34%
34%
36%
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
