
Tauck
What to expect from Tauck
River cruising offers something for everyone. Onboard Tauck riverboats, you'll find couples young and young at heart… groups of friends and groups who share interests and alma maters… solo travelers, who know they'll meet like-minded folks and experience genuine camaraderie in the friendly, casual atmosphere onboard… families with grown children celebrating special occasions in a fantastic way; and families with younger children traveling on Tauck Bridges family river cruises. From both the United States and other countries, our guests are fascinated by Europe from the Douro River running from Spain to Portugal, to the royally inspired Danube River and beyond, not to mention the arts, culture, food, and wine found throughout. Read on and be inspired… a river cruise experience with Tauck is impossible to resist.
1. Distinctively inclusive value. Shipboard accommodations and meals, shore excursions, and cultural entertainment onboard and ashore are all included without spending more on added fees or surprise expenses.
2. More active than you think. By day you can enjoy walking excursions or perhaps a bicycle ride or hiking, we are committed to maximizing your cruise experience by providing you with an opportunity to customize your journey with pace and activity levels that are just right for you.
3. Intimate travel. Riverboats carry far fewer passengers than ocean liners, enabling you to get to know one another without lines or crowds while spending more time exploring the sights you traveled so far to see.
4. Unpack once. Guests can experience a diversity of destinations without the hassle of having to change hotels… on a river cruise, you have the priceless convenience of your "hotel" traveling with you as you cruise from place to place.
5. A relaxing cruise without seasickness. No waves or rocking of the boat mean a stable cruise on calm waterways with ever-changing views along the way. Cabins are spacious, beautifully appointed, and carry on our tradition of providing more space per guest on Europe's rivers.
6. Choice of shore excursions. Shore excursions are included – in all destinations you have a choice of sightseeing or an active excursion such as bicycling. All of our shore excursions have been carefully designed to appeal to different interests, pace, and activity levels.
7. Destinations that are off the beaten path. Explore with a local viewpoint as you visit places less traveled, where daily life is rooted in traditions and cultures authentically rich and inviting.
8. Nonstop scenic sightseeing. No matter where you are onboard, from all-outside cabins to public spaces with panoramic windows, shore-side views are within sight.
9. Diversity of sights and experiences. Castles, wineries, abbeys, gourmet markets, picture-postcard villages, art centers and more, each distinctive to the destination bring to life each destination visited along the way.
10. Going inland. Discover the heart of Europe in a way that is uniquely Tauck as we bring you closer to the people, stories, and traditions across the rivers of Europe with more time for in-depth exploration and personal enjoyment.
Tauck Ships
MS Andorinha
Custom-designed by our long-time partner Scylla to accommodate no more than 84 guests within an innovative deck plan featuring 12 300-sq. ft. Tauck Suites and 20 225-sq. ft. cabins, this brand-new 80-meter (263-foot) riverboat was specifically built for cruising amidst the historic quintas and picturesque villages along Portugal's golden Douro River.
MS Emerald
Newly redesigned for a more intimate cruising experience, ms Emerald offers a seamless combination of luxury and comfort as you glide along France's Rhône and Saône rivers. Pass by colourful Provençal landscapes and villages dotting the lush Rhône valley wine country that inspired historic Impressionist painters and create on board relationships alongside memories to last a lifetime...
MS Esprit
Newly redesigned for a more intimate cruising experience, ms Esprit offers a seamless combination of luxury and comfort as you glide along the Danube and Rhine Rivers... enjoy views of fairy-tale castles that line the riverbanks from the Sun Deck... gaze at picture-book villages while you dine at Compass Rose, or simply enjoy the camaraderie of fellow passengers in the lounge before heading out, ready for the adventures that lie ahead...
MS Grace
When you make your way onto ms Grace, climb to the top deck and take a moment to look over the rails and glance out as the riverbanks pass you by. Then, turn around and join back into the festivities, grabbing a cool drink and enjoying the company of loved ones and new friends, ready for the adventures that await...
MS Inspire
When you make your way onto ms Inspire, climb to the top deck and take a moment to look over the rails and glance out as the riverbanks pass you by. Then, turn around and join back into the festivities, grabbing a cool drink and enjoying the company of loved ones and new friends, ready for the adventures that await...
MS Joy
When you make your way onto ms Joy, climb to the top deck and take a moment to look over the rails and glance out as the riverbanks pass you by. Then, turn around and join back into the festivities, grabbing a cool drink and enjoying the company of loved ones and new friends, ready for the adventures that await...
ms Lumière
Custom-designed by our long-time partner Scylla to accommodate no more than 130 guests within an innovative deck plan featuring 22 300-sq. ft. Tauck Suites and 34 225-sq. ft. cabins, this brand-new 135-meter riverboat was specifically built for cruising the magnificent landscapes along the Rhône.
MS Sapphire
ms Sapphire offers a seamless combination of luxury and comfort along the magnificent River Seine, revealing the greatness of Paris and the historic riches of Normandy... it tells tales of Paris and how one of the world's greatest cities made history along its banks... brings first-hand views of the painted Impressionist landscapes and light that inspired artists such as Claude Monet... and provides an authentic slice of northern France riverside life.
MS Savor
When you make your way onto ms Savor, climb to the top deck and take a moment to look over the rails and glance out as the riverbanks pass you by. Then, turn around and join back into the festivities, grabbing a cool drink and enjoying the company of loved ones and new friends, ready for the adventures that await...
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.
MS Treasures
Newly redesigned for a more intimate cruising experience, ms Treasures offers a seamless combination of luxury and comfort as you glide along the Danube and Rhine Rivers... enjoy views of fairy-tale castles that line the riverbanks from the Sun Deck... gaze at picture-book villages while you dine at Compass Rose, or simply enjoy the camaraderie of fellow passengers in the lounge before heading out, ready for the adventures that lie ahead...
Tauck Santa Cruz II
Recently upgraded, and built with Galápagos cruising in mind, Santa Cruz II takes passengers through the equatorial waters of South America to some of the most beautiful islands in the entire world... with spacious decks, luxurious staterooms and indulgent ocean views, Santa Cruz II's casual atmosphere offers an ideal setting for conversation and camaraderie with fellow explorers.