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MS Andorinha
Overview
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.
Discover what makes traveling with Tauck along the European rivers such a unique experience. Learn about our exclusive access… from after-hours tours to private performances to lunch in castles whose corridors teem with history in every nook and cranny. Learn firsthand the all inclusivity of our cruises… all covered in one upfront price and no options sold, ever. Learn why small is the new big and how Tauck river cruises are bringing families closer together than ever before.
A Cruise for Every Guest
Indulge in your favourite hobby or interest with like-minded people… on the Danube, Rhine, Rhône, Seine and Douro River.
All Inclusive
Virtually every expense is included; you get what you pay for and then some.
Exclusive Access
On a Tauck river cruise, we invite you to slow down and savour the experiences and connections that give you a taste of local life on Europe's great waterways including the Danube, Rhine, Rhône, Seine and Douro.
Family Relationships
River cruising is an extraordinary way to see Europe with your family, making history come alive in the places they've read about, introducing them to new cultures, traditions and food, and creating shared memories that last lifetimes.
Fully Guided
Personal, thoughtful service is the hallmark of our Tauck Directors and local guides – together, they provide a deeper, authentic travel experience.
Small is Big
A river cruise experience that truly goes beyond the ordinary on Europe's great waterways, from the Rhine and Danube to the Rhône, Seine and Douro.
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.
Purposefully-built for cruising to historic quintas and picturesque villages along Portugal's golden Douro River, our newly constructed custom riverboat. ms Andorinha, will cruise from coastal Porto to the Spanish border with Tauck in 2020 and offers spacious accommodations for just 84 guests. The ship is outfitted with 12 300-sq.-ft. Tauck Suites and more 225-sq.-ft. cabins, to maximise the onboard experience in every way and features beautiful Portuguese craftsmanship from local companies, which can be found in some of the furniture and lighting fixtures. The ship's colour scheme as well as patterns used in the artwork, carpets and fencing are inspired by the typical decorative tiles which can be found throughout Portugal and the various lighting fixtures on board are custom made for Andorinha and resemble vines in the many vineyards along the Douro river. Add a small swimming pool atop the Sun Deck that refreshes the body and spirit as you drink in the background of the passing UNESCO World Heritage Site scenery, onboard dining venues, and built-in amenities custom-designed to delight, and you'll experience a riverboat truly inspired by the destination. We look forward to welcoming you aboard!
Ship Statistics
Ship Statistics
Year Built
2020
Refurbished
Length
262
ft
Width
39
ft
Tonnage
0
Speed
11
Passenger Capacity
84
Crew Size
36
No. of Deck
4
No. of Cabin
42
No. of large Cabin
0
No. of wheelchair Cabin
0
Services & Amenities
Services & Amenities
Bar
YES
Pool Deck
YES
Lounge
YES
Facilities
Facilities
Double or Twin Configuration
YES
Shower
YES
Toiletries Provided
YES
Room Service Available
YES
Mini Bar (Additional Cost)
YES
Free Wi-Fi
YES
Safe
YES
Hair Dryer
YES
Telephone
YES
Desk
YES
Sofa Bed
YES
TV
YES
Media/Entertainment Station
YES
Coffee Machine
YES
Air Conditioning
YES
Lounge Area
YES
Arthur's
Bar
Pool
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Panorama Lounge
Bar
Category 4 Staterooms
Category 5 Staterooms
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The Compass Rose
Kitchen
Category 3 Staterooms
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Category 1 Cabin
Category 2 Cabins
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Arthur's Bistro (complimentary)
casual
The Compass Rose (complimentary)
regional
Category 3, 4 & 5 cabins have floor-to-ceiling windows with real French balconies. All cabins are equipped with in-room movies, minibar, adjustable climate control, private bathroom with pampering toiletries.
Cabin beds are fitted with 400-thread satin bed linen, mako cotton pillows, 100% cotton blankets and thick pillow top mattresses. A variety of custom bath products are provided along with terry cloth robes, towels and hair dryers.
110-volt and 220-volt outlets included in every cabin for small electronics; minibar stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks
All bathrooms feature amenities from the renowned Portuguese soap manufacturer Portus Castelbel.
Complimentary Internet & Email available
American breakfast room service available in Category 5 Tauck Suites
Category 5 Diamond Deck
Category 4 Diamond Deck
Category 3 Ruby Deck
Category 2 Emerald Deck
Category 1 Emerald Deck
Children's Activities
Unlimited complimentary beverages aboard ship include regional wine, beer and premium spirits in addition to specialty coffee, water and soft drinks
Onboard entertainment includes enrichment lectures, piano music nightly, in-room movies, culinary demos, local entertainment and "themed" fun
Small Swimming Pool on Sun Deck
Bar
Top Deck Bar
Pool
Panorama Lounge
No health and fitness options available at the
moment.