What new ships is Tauck introducing for 2026 European river cruising?

Tauck is debuting two new riverboats in France for 2026: ms Serene on the River Seine and ms Lumiere on the River Rhone. These ships feature fresh enhancements based on guest feedback, including an expanded wellness area, inviting social spaces, and spacious accommodations.

What European rivers and regions does Tauck cover in its 2026 river cruise collection?

Tauck's 2026 collection covers the Seine (5 cruises), the Rhone & Saone (3 cruises), Belgian & Dutch Waterways (3 cruises), the Rhine (7 cruises), the Danube (4 cruises), Cross-Continent journeys (3 cruises), and the Douro River (2 cruises), spanning multiple countries across Europe.

What recognition has Tauck received for its river cruises?

Tauck has been named to Travel + Leisure's 'World's Best Awards' River Cruise Lines list for 16 consecutive years. The company is family-owned for four generations and entering its second century of travel, with a 'small is big' philosophy focused on personal connections and little details.

What is new for Tauck's Seine cruises in 2026?

New for 2026, Tauck introduces a 'Bordeaux, Paris & The Seine' itinerary. The Seine collection includes five cruises: Bordeaux, Paris & The Seine; Impressions from the Seine: Paris to Normandy; Rendezvous on the Seine; Cruising the Seine plus Paris & London; and The Seine: Holiday Magic.

What is included in a Tauck river cruise?

Tauck river cruises are virtually all-inclusive, covering shore excursions led by expert local guides, exclusive experiences (such as private dinners in family-owned palaces, after-hours museum visits, early-entry to iconic sites like Monet's gardens at Giverny), stays in landmark city-center hotels that bookend the cruise, and all onboard amenities on custom-crafted riverboats designed with more space for fewer guests.

Lupus Mare — Tauck

Staterooms & Suites

Category A Lower Deck

Outside

129–183 sq ftUp to 2 guests

**Suite Dimensions:** - 12 - 17 sq. m. **Private Balcony:** - No **Beds:** - Double/Twin **Stateroom Furnishings:** - TV, wardrobe, en-suite controllable air conditioning, electronic safe **Private Bathroom:** - Yes, with shower **Bathroom Amenities:** - Walk-in shower, en-suite toiletries, hair dryer

Air ConditioningDouble or Twin ConfigurationHair DryerSafeShowerToiletries Provided+1

Category B Lower Deck

Outside

129–183 sq ftUp to 2 guests

Air ConditioningDouble or Twin ConfigurationHair DryerSafeShowerToiletries Provided+1

Category C Main Deck

Outside

140–150 sq ftUp to 2 guests

**Suite Dimensions:** - 13 - 14 sq. m. **Private Balcony:** - No **Beds:** - Double/Twin **Stateroom Furnishings:** - TV, wardrobe, en-suite controllable air conditioning, electronic safe **Private Bathroom:** Yes, with shower **Bathroom Amenities:** - Walk-in shower, en-suite toiletries, hair dryer

Air ConditioningDouble or Twin ConfigurationHair DryerSafeShowerToiletries Provided+1

Category D Main Deck

Outside

140–150 sq ftUp to 2 guests

**Suite Dimensions:** - 13 - 14 sq. m. **Private Balcony:** - No **Beds:** - Double/Twin **Stateroom Furnishings:** - TV, wardrobe, en-suite controllable air conditioning, electronic safe **Private Bathroom:** - Yes, with shower **Bathroom Amenities:** - Walk-in shower, en-suite toiletries, hair dryer

Air ConditioningDouble or Twin ConfigurationHair DryerSafeShowerToiletries Provided+1

Entertainment

**Stunning From All Angles** Relaxation is the watchword in the outdoor living spaces, where multiple al fresco lounges, and a jacuzzi on the open sun deck, cater to warm weather delights and camaraderie in comfort and style. Take in the passing scenery – and the waterside fun – as you wish, and make yourself at home wherever the ship takes you.

Sun Deck

Relaxation is the watchword in the outdoor living spaces, where multiple al fresco lounges, and a jacuzzi on the open sun deck, cater to warm weather delights and camaraderie in comfort and style. Take in the passing scenery – and the waterside fun – as you wish, and make yourself at home wherever the ship takes you.

Health & Fitness

**Fun both on and off the ship** Enjoy a boatload of onboard amenities and water toys that whet everyone's appetite for seafaring activities. They include a 19-foot-high waterslide that plunges into the sea and is fun for everyone; fishing gear, paddle boards, inflatables, and more, along with a swim platform for daily dips in the warm summer waters of the Adriatic Sea.

Water Activities

Water Toys

Enjoy a boatload of onboard amenities and water toys that whet everyone's appetite for seafaring activities. They include a 19-foot-high waterslide that plunges into the sea and is fun for everyone; fishing gear, paddle boards, inflatables, and more, along with a swim platform for daily dips in the warm summer waters of the Adriatic Sea.

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Staterooms & Suites