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MS Douro Elegance

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Overview


If cruising is an art, then the MS Douro Elegance has truly mastered it.


If cruising is an art, then the MS Douro Elegance has truly mastered it.

Constructed with the very latest technology and a strong environmental ethic in mind, yet simultaneously retaining a classic, refined elegance reminiscent of cruising from a bygone era, this five-star, fully-air-conditioned river cruiser has been purpose-built to fit the unique size limitations of the Douro’s five locks and features all the facilities you would expect in a top-class hotel and more so your cruise will be as relaxing as possible and your stay on board will be a uniquely memorable one.

Accommodating just 121 guests in the most exquisite of surroundings, the ship’s spectacular design and high specification ensures this vessel feels exceptionally light and airy. The generous ratio of 4:1 guests per crew member ensures a first-class personal service plus the friendly ‘small ship’ feel so beloved of Riviera Travel cruise aficionados, enables the ever attentive crew to revel in taking care of all those little things – leaving you to simply sit back, relax and enjoy every minute of your sensational Portugese river cruise experience.

Ship Statistics
Year Built 2017
Refurbished
Length 360 ft
Width 36 ft
Tonnage 0
Speed 12
Passenger Capacity 119
Crew Size 36
No. of Deck 3
No. of Cabin 88
No. of large Cabin 0
No. of wheelchair Cabin 0
Services & Amenities
Sun Deck YES
Shop YES
Bar YES
Lounge YES
Facilities
Queen or Twin Configuration YES
Lounge Area YES
Shower YES
Toiletries Provided YES
Room Service Available YES
Suite Benefits YES
TV YES
Free Wi-Fi YES
Safe YES
Hair Dryer YES
Desk YES
Coffee Machine YES
Telephone YES
Air Conditioning YES
Double or Twin Configuration YES
Double YES

  • Sun Terrace
  • Swimming Pool

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  • Main Bar
  • Main Lounge
  • Reception
  • Shop
  • Deluxe Suites
  • Superior Suites
  • Upper Deck Cabins

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  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Stern Cabins
  • Main Deck Cabins

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  • Gymnasium
  • Standard Lower Cabins Stern
  • Standard Lower Cabins Single Occupancy

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Main Restaurant (complimentary)

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All the outside facing cabins on the MS Douro Elegance are finished to an exceptionally high standard with superior quality fittings in the most refined taste. Chic styling is evident throughout from the moment you open your beautifully polished hardwood door and step inside your luxury home for the next 7 nights; polished wooden furniture is complemented by fine fabrics, in warm, relaxing colours, uniquely designed and created for the Ms Douro Elegance whilst ‘hotel style’ twin beds with individual bedding which can be moved together or separated accordingly, will ensure a good night’s sleep in the finest crisp linens.

The sparkling marble bathrooms, beautifully designed, all feature shower with fully glazed screen, WC plus fluffy towels and bathroom cosmetics. The living area has two comfortable chairs and a table plus a small desk. All cabins enjoy the benefit of individually controlled air-conditioning, flat screen high-definition satellite TV, hairdryer, safe, telephone, and tea and coffee making facilities.

Best of all the Standard Cabins on the Upper Deck and Main (middle) Deck as well as the Deluxe and Superior Suites on the Upper Deck have full floor to ceiling windows which slide down halfway so you can watch the stunning river scenery drifting past without leaving the comfort of your cabin!

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Deluxe Suites
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Superior Suites
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Standard Cabin - Upper Deck
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Standard Cabin - Middle Deck
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Stern Standard Cabin - Main Deck
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Standard Cabin - Lower Deck
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Stern Standard Cabin - Lower Deck

Forward of the ship you will find the magnificent lounge and bar, the very heart of the ship, styled by a leading Portuguese designer and sumptuously furnished with elegant settees and comfortable armchairs; plump cushions in smart complementary fabric invite you to sink in and relax – your holiday starts here! 

Enjoy a freshly made cup of tea whilst soaking up the refined ambience, complemented by high quality fittings, thoughtfully positioned lamps, a thick wool carpet, beautifully polished hardwoods and fabulous fresh-cut flowers. A well-stocked bar with friendly professional staff taking delight in attending to your every wish in sampling local wines or preparing whatever takes your fancy completes the convivial scene. 

So just sit back and enjoy the stunning view from the magnificent panoramic windows as the ever-changing river scenery slips effortlessly by. When evening falls, the subdued lighting creates the most gentile ambience so unwind over a digestif or perhaps take a turn on the dance floor to the soothing tones of the resident musician. There really can be few holidays quite as relaxing as this! All three air-conditioned accommodation decks are connected by a lift for your convenience and an elegant wide staircase with gleaming handrail.

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Sun Deck
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Shop
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Lounge/Bar
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Spa
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Swimming Pool
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Gymnasium