ms Serene
Our new 125m riverboat in Tauck's Destination Fleet, this newly redesigned riverboat debuts in 2026, optimized for the utmost in spaciousness. A reimagined deck plan is purpose built for the Seine, with 80% of cabins 225 sq ft or larger. There are 20 300-square-foot spacious Tauck suites; 30 225-square-foot cabins and 12 180-square-foot cabins.
Good for
Dining Options, Unlimited Premium Drinks, Enrichment Lectures, Themed Entertainment, Bicycles Available
What to expect from ms Serene
Overview
A new 125m riverboat in Tauck's Destination Fleet, this ships debuts in 2026 with a new deck plan optimized for the utmost in spaciousness – with 80% of her cabins measuring 225 square feet or larger – and accommodating no more than 124 guests. Guest amenities inside her 20 300-square-foot Tauck Suites include spacious bathrooms with separate showers and walk in closets. She also sports 30 roomy 225-square-foot cabins, and 12 180-square-foot cabins. Two decks have floor-to-ceiling windows with real French balconies that open on to a balcony in the fresh air and idyllic riverscapes; all have in-room minibar, adjustable heating and cooling, private bathroom and shower with pampering toiletries. Onboard entertainment includes enrichment lectures, piano music nightly, in-room movies, culinary demos, local entertainment and "themed" fun.
Accommodation
A new 125m riverboat in Tauck's Destination Fleet, this ships debuts in 2026 with a new deck plan optimized for the utmost in spaciousness – with 80% of her cabins measuring 225 square feet or larger – and accommodating no more than 124 guests. Guest amenities inside her 20 300-square-foot Tauck Suites include spacious bathrooms with separate showers and walk in closets. She also sports 30 roomy 225-square-foot cabins, and 12 180-square-foot cabins. Two decks have floor-to-ceiling windows with real French balconies that open on to a balcony in the fresh air and idyllic riverscapes; all have in-room minibar, adjustable heating and cooling, private bathroom and shower with pampering toiletries.
Category 5 Diamond Deck
2 European twin beds that can slide together; sofa bed
Stateroom Furnishings:
Elegantly designed cabins
Private Bathroom:
Yes, with shower
Bathroom Amenities:
Bathrobes & Slippers (2 per suite), One Sink, Outlet for Electric Shaver - 220 v only in bathroom, Shower Cap, Soap, Lotion, Shower Gel, Conditioner
Stateroom Amenities:
Elegantly designed cabins, 2 French balconies, cabin windows are floor to ceiling, open as sliding door, in-room movies, minibar, adjustable climate control, private bathroom with shower and pampering toiletries, more information to come
Category 4 Diamond Deck
2 European twin beds that can slide together
Stateroom Furnishings:
Elegantly designed cabins
Private Bathroom:
Yes, with shower
Bathroom Amenities:
Bathrobes & Slippers (2 per cabin), One Sink, Outlet for Electric Shaver - 220 v only in bathroom, Shower Cap, Soap, Lotion, Shower Gel, Conditioner, Towels & Washcloths
Stateroom Amenities:
Elegantly designed cabins, cabin windows are floor to ceiling and open as sliding door, in-room movies, minibar, adjustable climate control, private bathroom with shower and pampering toiletries, more information to come
Category 3 Ruby Deck
2 European twin beds that can slide together
Stateroom Furnishings:
Elegantly designed cabins
Private Bathroom:
Yes, with shower
Bathroom Amenities:
Bathrobes & Slippers (2 per cabin), One Sink, Outlet for Electric Shaver - 220 v only in bathroom, Shower Cap, Soap, Lotion, Shower Gel, Conditioner, Towels & Washcloths
Stateroom Amenities:
Elegantly designed cabins, cabin windows are floor to ceiling, open as sliding door, in-room movies, minibar, adjustable climate control, private bathroom with shower and pampering toiletries, more information to come
Category 2 Emerald Deck
2 European twin beds that can slide together
Stateroom Furnishings:
Elegantly designed cabins
Private Bathroom:
Yes, with shower
Bathroom Amenities:
Bathrobes & Slippers (2 per cabin), One Sink, Outlet for Electric Shaver - 220 v only in bathroom, Shower Cap, Soap, Lotion, Shower Gel, Conditioner
Stateroom Amenities:
Elegantly designed cabins, two small windows in the cabin that do not open; in-room movies, minibar, adjustable climate control, private bathroom with shower and pampering toiletries, more information to come
Category 1 Emerald Deck
2 European twin beds
Stateroom Furnishings:
Elegantly designed cabins
Private Bathroom:
Yes, with shower
Bathroom Amenities:
Towels, Washcloths, Bathrobes & Slippers (2 per cabin), One Sink, Outlet for Electric Shaver (220v only in bathroom), Shower Cap, Soap, lotion, shower gel, conditioner
Stateroom Amenities:
Elegantly designed cabins, 2-small windows in the cabin that do not open; in-room movies, minibar, adjustable climate control, private bathroom with shower and pampering toiletries, more information to come
Decks
Sun Deck
- Sun Deck
Diamond Deck
- Category 5 Cabins
- Category 4 Cabins
Ruby Deck
- Category 3 Cabins
Emerald Deck
- Category 2 Cabins
- Category 1 Cabins
Kids and Teens
Tauck Bridges on the river offers family bonding, adventure, exploration and FUN... in Paris during a scavenger hunt in the Louvre, listening to stories of WW II in Normandy, discovering castles on the Rhine, ascending Mt. Pilatus in Lucerne for breathtaking views of the Swiss Alps, on a canal boat cruise in Amsterdam discovering the Netherland's capital city, aboard a Douro River cruise in Portugal – or aboard a fabulous expeditionary ship in the Galápagos Islands. These are the memories that last lifetimes.Gratuities
With Tauck, all-inclusive isn't a promise – it's a practice. From gratuities and shore excursions to airport transfers, premium drinks, and daily meals, virtually every detail is included. No surprise charges, no fine print – just a seamless experience from start to finish.
Entertainment
Your day starts with breakfast onboard… sharing your favorite table by the window with the couple you became friends with at your welcome dinner… enjoying your favorite buffet selections just the way you like them… The riverboat docks right around the time you're finished with breakfast; you couldn't have asked for better timing… As you step off the ship, our local experts eagerly await to show you the places they call home on memorable all-included shore excursions. Back aboard, you'll have some time to explore your "floating hotel." Or decide to relax and chat with friends as you bask in the sun, sipping a cool drink. Refreshed, you head into the lobby just in time to watch the riverboat dock. Aboard the riverboat, you notice the lights reflecting on the river, and engage in a few moments' reflection of your own… taking in the magic of the riverscape one last time. After dinner, you meet your companions for a little more camaraderie around the piano in the lounge before calling it a night. Drifting off to sleep, you smile… realizing that you'll soon be waking up in another magical town… to embark on another perfect day of your Tauck river cruise…
Sun Deck
A new swimming pool, deck seating, a full bar with dining service for al fresco meals on the Sun Deck.
Enrichment
On a Tauck river cruise, fewer guests means more of everything else. More space to stretch out. More time to soak it in. More quiet moments – and more meaningful ones, too. Smaller ships mean more space to call your own, fewer lines to navigate, and a front-row seat to everything – onboard and ashore.Fully Guided
Our Tauck Directors and handpicked local guides are more than experts – they're the heart of your journey, offering thoughtful service and deep knowledge that bring each destination to life.Exclusive Access
From after-hours museum visits to private palace tours, Tauck opens doors that others can't. These behind-the-scenes experiences give you a unique view of Europe's cultural treasures, away from the crowds.Small Group Excursions
On land, the experience stays personal. Our guests explore in smaller groups, with a thoughtful guest-to-guide ratio of just 15 to 1. Each excursion is carefully timed and orchestrated to avoid the crowds – so you can enjoy Europe's cultural treasures with space to truly appreciate them.Bicycles
Bicycles available aboard for use ashore.Dining
Open seating in main dining room, The Compass Rose; flexible dining times; vegetarian meals always available
Alternate dining venue, Arthur's, offering classic favorites at lunch and dinner and lighter breakfasts in the morning
Al fresco dining on Sun Deck, weather permitting
Unlimited complimentary beverages aboard ship include regional wine, beer and premium spirits in addition to specialty coffee, water and soft drinks
The Compass Rose
Wine and dine at The Compass Rose
Dine on fine, freshly prepared cuisine with regional wines and beer included at lunch and dinner onboard, with attentive, friendly service - plus regional treats and tastings - as you enjoy great views of the passing scenery in our panoramic main dining room The Compass Rose.
Arthur's
Enjoy casual dining offerings at Arthur's
Casual dining venue, Arthur's, serves guests lighter breakfasts in the morning and offers classic favourites for lunch and dinner.
Other Cruise Information
ClassCruise Type: river
Class:
Ship Size: boutique
Style:
Operator Reference: tauck
Nursery: none
Child Facilities: none
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