Riverside Ravel
Riverside Ravel

His music was known for its elegance, exquisite detail and exemplary finish. No wonder the Riverside Ravel bears his name. Sail the Rhône and Saone rivers aboard a ship that is bespoke. The design, the details, the sweet service, it all adds up to a perfectly honed experience that will make you smile for many years to come. We are meticulously crafting cruises that will match the splendor of the landscapes through which you will sail.

Fine Dining, Excursions, Onboard Spa, Fitness Center, Gratuities Included

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What to expect from Riverside Ravel

Overview

There is a photograph of the famous French composer Ravel in a casual pose in a leather armchair, looking dapper in a fine suit with waistcoat and silk tie. This photograph symbolises the Riverside Ravel. Travelling on this ship means enjoying comfort and culinary delights, experiencing pure relaxation, and enjoying an unforgettable luxury river cruise in France. As in Ravel's famous Boléro, she glides slowly and steadily along the Rhône and Saône - and is an attraction in herself.

Accommodation

OUR SUITES ON THE RAVEL

Our suites will guarantee you plenty of space, privacy and superlative comfort. They are equipped with luxurious materials, fine fabrics, velvet and leather. All of them have elegant bathrooms and King size beds. Their colours are soft and match the tones of nature. Panoramic windows blur the boundaries between inside and outside. There are only differences in the nuances and sizes. But no matter which suite you decide on, it will be the right one!

ELEGANCE AND SPACE - OUR SUITES

There are some things in life that you can rely on. French cuisine, for example, with its fine products and ingredients. Tarte Tatin, boeuf bourguignon or crêpe suzette? Then there are the exquisite wines of the southern Rhône - with the fruit of Grenache, the flavour of Syrah or the power of Mourvèdre. Luxury river cruises on the Riverside Ravel are culinary voyages of discovery. Our chefs create exquisite dishes based on the themes of the region the boat is travelling through, using local produce. From jam to bread and rolls, everything on board is homemade. Convenience is a foreign word in the galleys of Riverside Luxury Cruises.

Owner's Suite

The very name of the Owner's Suite makes a promise. You won’t live here, you’ll reside! You can even see the countryside from the bath (marble!). A chat at your own fireside? A short nap on the sofa or spending a very private evening in front of the TV? All inclusive. A butler will collect your clothes and bring them back washed and ironed. Pure luxury.

LIVING AREA
  • Spacious living area with sofa (with pullout bed) and two armchairs

  • Fireplace with ambient fire effect
  • 40" flat screen HD TV
  • Dining table
  • Espresso coffee machine
  • Writing desk
  • Minibar
  • Panoramic Balcony-Window
  • 220V/110V as well as USB port charger
MAIN BEDROOM
  • King size bed (convertible to two twin beds) facing Panoramic Balcony-Window
  • King size pillows
  • Bed linen made of finest cotton
  • 220 volt electricity and USB sockets
  • Walk-in closet
  • 40" flat screen HD TV
  • In-suite Safe
  • Paonoramic Balcony-Window
SECOND BEDROOM WITH CONNECTING DOOR
  • King size bed (convertible into two single beds) facing Panoramic Balcony-Window
  • King size pillows
  • Bed linen made of finest cotton
  • 220 volt electricity and USB sockets
  • Walk-in closet
  • Armchair
  • Height adjustable dining/coffee table
  • Desk/bar area with refrigerator and integrated 220V/110V/USB power
  • Espresso coffee machine
  • 40" flat screen HD TV
  • In-Suite Safe
  • Panoramic Balcony-Window
MAIN BATHROOM
  • Double vanity with generous storage space

  • Separate toilet with sink
  • Glass enclosed rain shower
  • Luxurious bathrobes
  • Slippers
  • High quality personal care products
  • Hair dryer
  • 220V/110V electricity
SECOND BATHROOM
  • Double vanity

  • Glass enclosed rain shower
  • Luxurious bathrobes
  • Slippers
  • High quality personal care products
  • Hair dryer
  • 220V/110V electricity
SPECIAL SERVICE
  • Complimentary ironing service
  • Complimentary laundry service
  • Complimentary Limousine transfer on Embarkation and Debarkation Day

Ravel Suite

Credit where credit is due. Ravel was a dandy. And if this suite was a person, it would be of his ilk. It’s a place for connoisseurs, with floor-to-ceiling windows. There is even a view of the landscape from the bed. Your clothing will find space in the walk-in closet, of course. And just like in the Owner’s Suite, we offer the guests in this suite an individual limousine transfer.

LIVING AREA

  • Spacious living area with sofa (with pullout bed) and two armchairs
  • Fireplace with ambient fire effect
  • 40" flat screen HD TV
  • Dining table
  • Espresso coffee machine
  • Writing desk
  • Minibar
  • Panoramic Balcony-Window
  • 220V/110V as well as USB port charger

BEDROOM
  • King size bed (convertible to two twin beds) facing Panoramic Balcony-Window

  • King size pillows
  • Bed linen made of finest cotton
  • 220 volt electricity and USB sockets
  • Walk-in closet
  • 40" flat screen HD TV
  • In-suite Safe
  • Paonoramic Balcony-Window
BATHROOM
  • Double vanity with generous storage space

  • Separate toilet with sink
  • Glass enclosed rain shower
  • Luxurious bathrobes
  • Slippers
  • High quality personal care products
  • Hair dryer
  • 220V/110V electricity
SPECIAL SERVICE
  • Complimentary ironing service
  • Complimentary laundry service
  • Complimentary Limousine transfer on Embarkation and Debarkation Day

Riverside Suite

The name says it all. The flow of the river can be admired through the panoramic window from the bed every morning. Enjoy style and comfort with a King size bed that can be transformed into twin beds on request. This is sheer luxury far away from everyday worries, for romanticism à deux or solo travelers alike.

BATHROOM
  • Double vanity
  • Glass enclosed rain shower
  • Luxurious bathrobes
  • Slippers
  • High quality personal care products
  • Hair dryer
  • 220V/110V electricity
BEDROOM
  • King size bed (convertible into two single beds) facing Panoramic Balcony-Window

  • King size pillows
  • Bed linen made of finest cotton
  • Walk-in closet
  • Armchair
  • Height adjustable dining/coffee table
  • Writing desk/bar area with refrigerator
  • Espresso coffee machine
  • 40" flat screen HD TV
  • In-Suite Safe
  • 220V/110V as well as USB port charger
  • Panoramic Balcony-Window

Seahorse Suite

Seahorses like peace and quiet and enjoy their seclusion. And that’s precisely what you can do in our eponymous suite. Even the bathroom tiled with marble and the double washbasins are wonderfully spacious. Perfect comfort in more than 258 square feet, with luxurious materials and art on the walls.

BEDROOM
  • King size bed (convertible into two single beds) facing Panoramic Balcony-Window

  • King size pillows
  • Bed linen made of finest cotton
  • Armchair
  • Height adjustable dining/coffee table
  • Writing desk/bar area with refrigerator
  • Espresso coffee machine
  • 40" flat screen HD TV
  • In-Suite Safe
  • 220V/110V as well as USB port charger
  • Panoramic Balcony-Window
BATHROOM
  • Vanity
  • Glass enclosed rain shower
  • Luxurious bathrobes
  • Slippers
  • High quality personal care products
  • Hair dryer
  • 220V/110V electricity

Symphony Suite

At nearly 18 square metres it’s a little smaller, but you’ll still enjoy great comfort in a Symphony Suite. Luxuriate in bed covers made of the finest cotton and start your day with a tea or coffee in bed with a view outdoors. The rain shower in the bathroom will revitalise you with energy for the day. A small desk offers you the opportunity to make some notes – after all, traveling with the Ravel is rich in experiences.

BEDROOM

  • King size bed (convertible into two single beds) facing Panoramic Balcony-Window

  • King size pillows
  • Bed linen made of finest cotton
  • Armchair
  • Height adjustable dining/coffee table
  • Writing desk/bar area with refrigerator
  • Espresso coffee machine
  • 40" flat screen HD TV
  • In-Suite Safe
  • 220V/110V as well as USB port charger
  • Panoramic Balcony-Window
BATHROOM
  • Vanity

  • Glass enclosed rain shower
  • Luxurious bathrobes
  • Slippers
  • High quality personal care products
  • Hair dryer
  • 220V/110V electricity

Melody Suite

Different tones in natural colours melodically coalesce to form a unity. Simply cozy, as the Americans would say. A King size bed and a walk-in rain shower make these suites charming places to stay. They are not called Melody Suites for nothing.

BEDROOM
  • King size bed (convertible into two single beds)
  • King size pillows
  • Bed linen made of finest cotton
  • Armchair
  • Adjustable dining/coffee table
  • Writing desk/bar area with refrigerator
  • Espresso coffee machine
  • 40" flat screen HD TV
  • In-Suite Safe
  • 220V/110V as well as USB port charger
  • Panoramic Balcony-Window
BATHROOM
  • Vanity

  • Glass enclosed rain shower
  • Luxurious bathrobes
  • Slippers
  • High quality personal care products
  • Hair dryer
  • 220V/110V electricity

Decks

Deck 4 | Vista

  • Canopied Seating Areas

  • Stairs
  • Glass Roof
  • Grill
  • Vista Bar

Deck 3 | Riverside

  • Wheelhouse

  • Stairs
  • Palm Court
  • Botanist Bar
  • Stage
  • Vintage Room
  • Atelier
  • Elevator
  • Entrance
  • Swimming Pool
  • WC
  • Owner's Suites
  • Debussy Suites
  • Riverside Suites
  • Symphony Suites

Deck 2 | Seahorse

  • Reception

  • Waterside Restaurant
  • Pantry
  • Entrance
  • Elevator & Stairs
  • Seahorse Suites
  • Sonata Suite
  • Melody Suites

Deck 1 | Harmony

  • Fitness Centre

  • Treatment Room
  • Guest Laundry
  • Stairs

Kids and Teens

Please note: There are no dedicated children's facilities on board.

Gratuities

Gratuities are included in your Riverside Luxury Cruises package. If you would like to provide additional gratuity for service beyond your expectations, please do so at the Reception desk.

Enrichment

Along the Rhône, dreamy cities, romantic places, beautiful nature and many unforgettable impressions await you on your luxury river cruise through France with Riverside Ravel.

Excursions

VARIATION OF EXCURSIONS

And there's something else that sets us apart: our itineraries can be extended and combined as desired. Our short routes are perfect for newcomers to the world of river cruising. A variation of excursions can be booked according to personal interest and preferance. We satisfy passions and also awaken them: architecture and design, art and cuisine, history and nature - these are our themes. And in addition we can also organize your vacation days before or after your Riverside Luxury Cruise.

Signature Events

These unforgettable shore experiences bear our unique signature, opening doors to hidden places and offering access to extraordinary occasions – sometimes culinary, sometimes artistic, sometimes in dialogue with nature. All Riverside Signature Events are complimentary for Riverside guests – and available exclusively to them.

Uniquely Riverside Events

With UNIQUELY RIVERSIDE, you can look forward to exclusive events that our team has planned for you with special care. Whether it's a private concert at a historic venue or a special wine tasting in an extraordinary setting, every trip is full of unique experiences that you can only enjoy with Riverside Luxury Cruises. Immerse yourself in unforgettable festivities, culinary highlights, and hand-picked moments that will make your trip truly special.

Let yourself be enchanted—your exclusive journey begins here!

Dining

FINE CUISINE ON THE RAVEL

There are some things in life you can simply rely on, such as French cuisine with its high-quality products and ingredients: tarte tatin, boeuf bourguignon and crêpe suzette. Then there are the exquisite wines of the southern Rhône – with the fruit of Grenache, the flavour of Syrah or the power of Mourvèdre. Luxury river cruises on the Riverside Ravel are culinary voyages of discovery. Our chefs create exquisite dishes using local produce, inspired by the region the boat is travelling through. From jam to bread and rolls, everything on board is homemade. Convenience is a foreign word in the galleys of Riverside Luxury Cruises.

Waterside

The oval marble counter at reception and the black wooden mosaic announces the elegant style of this restaurant. A delightful breakfast to start the day – with egg specialties, fine charcuterie, and freshly baked breads and rolls. At lunchtime, our marketplace offers an extensive buffet for lunch and then turns into a perfectly dimmed fine-dining world in the evenings. You sit on aqua-blue velvet armchairs at round tables here and can concentrate on one thing – enjoyment.

Vintage Room

A place for gourmets and fine wine enthusiasts. The Vintage Room aboard the Riverside Ravel offers an exclusive culinary experience. On selected evenings, our chefs present a refined 6- to 7-course menu, perfectly paired with exquisite wines carefully chosen by our Head Sommelier.

Up to 10 guests gather at the long table to indulge in the fine art of dining in an elegant and intimate atmosphere. For a lighter daytime option, the Champagne Vintage Room offers a thoughtfully composed 4-course lunch menu. Exceptional craftsmanship, elegant surroundings, and distinguished wines make the Vintage Room the perfect setting for unforgettable evenings. Additional charges apply.

Atelier

The Atelier is a haven for true connoisseurs: Regional ingredients, carefully selected, meet creative craftsmanship and a touch of finesse. Begin your day with a cozy breakfast featuring the finest coffee and homemade pastries. At lunchtime, we serve light, refined dishes, while in the evening, the Atelier truly comes into its own – with pure flavors, elegant presentation, and a focus on the essentials. Simple. Beautiful. Exceptional.

Additional charges may apply depending on the selected culinary package.

Vista Grill

Champagne is always welcome, especially if it’s enjoyed in the shadow of a sailcloth on the upper deck of the Ravel at midday. Enjoy your beverage with a bite of fresh grilled langoustines or steak at our Uniquely Riverside barbecue while admiring the landscape, which slowly and gently drifts by like a stage set. Return in the evening for a romantic French 75 at sunset. The Vista Deck is a laid-back lounge, a bar, a grill, and – above all – utterly unique.

Health and Fitness

ONBOARD FITNESS & WELLNESS

Dreaming of a soothing massage before dinner? Or a pampering facial treatment? Then our onboard spa is the place for you. A treatment room decorated in the vibrant colours of nature ensures relaxation in the truest sense of the word. Our spa therapist will tailor treatments to your individual needs and constitution.

On board the Riverside Ravel, you don't have to give up your daily exercise routine. Our gym is equipped with the latest Technogym machines, free weights, and Thera-Bands. Whether you work out in the morning before breakfast or in the evening before dinner, whether you want to tone your muscles or fit in a cardio session, this is the place to be.

Spa

Dreaming of a soothing massage before dinner? Or a pampering facial treatment? Then our onboard spa is the place for you. A treatment room decorated in the vibrant colours of nature ensures relaxation in the truest sense of the word. Our spa therapist will tailor treatments to your individual needs and constitution.

Swimming Pool

The Swimming Pool can be found on the Riverside Deck.

Fitness

On board the Riverside Ravel, you don't have to give up your daily exercise routine. Our gym is equipped with the latest Technogym machines, free weights, and Thera-Bands. Whether you work out in the morning before breakfast or in the evening before dinner, whether you want to tone your muscles or fit in a cardio session, this is the place to be.

Other Cruise Information

ClassCruise Type: river

Class:

Ship Size: boutique

Style: luxury

Operator Reference: riverside-luxury-cruises

Nursery: none

Child Facilities: none

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