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Category 5 Diamond Deck
Cat 5
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.
Purposefully-built for cruising to historic quintas and picturesque villages along Portugal's golden Douro River, our newly constructed custom riverboat will cruise from coastal Porto to the Spanish border with Tauck in 2027 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 maximize 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 color 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 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!
Suites
2
1
Category 4 Diamond Deck
Cat 4
2
Category 3 Ruby Deck
Cat 3
2
Category 2 Emerald Deck
Cat 2
2
Category 1 Emerald Deck
Cat 1
Dining
1
Arthur's Bistro
Casual
1
The Compass Rose
Regional
2
Top Deck Bar
Casual
Arthur's Bistro
Casual
The Compass Rose
Regional
Top Deck Bar
Casual
Life on board
Lido Bar
Bar
Unlimited complimentary beverages aboard ship include regional wine, beer and premium spirits in addition to specialty coffee, water and soft drinks
Pool
Pool Deck
Small Swimming Pool on Sun Deck
Panorama Lounge
Lounge
Located on the Diamond Deck
Roam By Tauck
Excursions
Roam by Tauck reimagines what group travel can be – expertly guided, thoughtfully designed, and flexible enough to feel personal. Our journeys are filled with moments that are curated, not choreographed, giving you the freedom to follow your own rhythm, without going it alone. Our Tour Architects are the creative minds who craft each journey from the ground up. Drawing on deep destination knowledge and our trusted global partnerships, they thou …
Roam By Tauck
Roam by Tauck reimagines what group travel can be – expertly guided, thoughtfully designed, and flexible enough to feel personal. Our journeys are filled with moments that are curated, not choreographed, giving you the freedom to follow your own rhythm, without going it alone.
Our Tour Architects are the creative minds who craft each journey from the ground up. Drawing on deep destination knowledge and our trusted global partnerships, they thoughtfully curate what's guided, what's open, and what simply can't be found on your own.
At the heart of every Roam by Tauck journey is a Roam Director who knows how to bring a destination to life. With deep local expertise and genuine care, they help you experience more – without ever feeling over-planned.
Roam by Tauck is guided by the same values that have defined Tauck for over 100 years – thoughtful planning, deep destination knowledge, and an uncompromising commitment to the guest experience. Because when your journey is built on a foundation of trust, you're free to focus on what matters most.
Expeditions
Excursions
Whether you're experiencing the Rhine or the Danube, the Douro, the Rhône, Seine, Maas or Moselle... the magic of our award-winning European river cruises goes far beyond the riverboat you're aboard or the landmarks you'll visit. It's in the intimate ambiance and personalized service... the places you'll discover off the beaten path... and in the uncommon access to local culture and exclusive destination driven experiences you can't get on your …
Expeditions
Whether you're experiencing the Rhine or the Danube, the Douro, the Rhône, Seine, Maas or Moselle... the magic of our award-winning European river cruises goes far beyond the riverboat you're aboard or the landmarks you'll visit. It's in the intimate ambiance and personalized service... the places you'll discover off the beaten path... and in the uncommon access to local culture and exclusive destination driven experiences you can't get on your own, as you experience a true slice of European life and return home transformed.
Welcome to the Douro River
A 2,000-year legacy of winemaking awaits you throughout Portugal's lush Douro River Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site… including the city of Porto, famous as the home of Port wine, carried in barrels along the golden Douro River aboard traditional rabelo boats, sailing past whitewashed quintas surrounded by vineyards…
Handpicked local guides & experts
Tour
Travel like a local – with one by your side. Our local guides are chosen for their deep knowledge, storytelling ability, and passion for sharing the places they call home. They open doors to hidden corners, offer rich cultural context, and help you skip the lines, avoid the crowds, and see Europe's icons – and its secrets – in a way that guidebooks never could. With small groups averaging just 15 guests per guide, you'll enjoy more personal …
Handpicked local guides & experts
Travel like a local – with one by your side. Our local guides are chosen for their deep knowledge, storytelling ability, and passion for sharing the places they call home. They open doors to hidden corners, offer rich cultural context, and help you skip the lines, avoid the crowds, and see Europe's icons – and its secrets – in a way that guidebooks never could. With small groups averaging just 15 guests per guide, you'll enjoy more personalized attention and deeper engagement – especially in museums and cities where space, pace, and insight matter most.
Tauck Bridges
Children's Activity
As a family-owned company, we understand the joy of discovering the world together. With Tauck Bridges, every detail is thoughtfully handled, bringing families closer through shared, memorable experiences. Going beyond ordinary A hot air balloon over the Serengeti or zip lining through a tropical rainforest is just the beginning. We make possible what families couldn't easily do on their own – then handle every detail, from logistics and planni …
Tauck Bridges
As a family-owned company, we understand the joy of discovering the world together. With Tauck Bridges, every detail is thoughtfully handled, bringing families closer through shared, memorable experiences.
Going beyond ordinary
A hot air balloon over the Serengeti or zip lining through a tropical rainforest is just the beginning. We make possible what families couldn't easily do on their own – then handle every detail, from logistics and planning to free-time suggestion, so every family member, parents included, can be fully present and simply enjoy the moment together.
Leave the worries behind
Family time is precious – and it should feel easy. With Tauck Bridges, we handle the logistics, manage the unexpected, and design experiences that engage every age, so your time together is stress-free and well spent.
One Upfront Price
Yes, it's true – everything is included. The price you pay upfront is the price you can count on.
With excursions, hotel accommodations, select meals, gratuities for drivers and all guides, airport transfers, on-tour transportation, and entertainment included, you can simply relax and enjoy the journey without pulling out your wallet.
No surprise fees. No last-minute upcharges. That's not how we travel.
Travel in Good Company
Our trusted Tauck Directors guide you and your family from point A to point B – but it's everything in between where they truly shine. From sharing the stories behind each destination to offering thoughtful recommendations during free time, they are the heart of every Tauck journey.
Deck plans
Sun Deck
- Arthur's
- Bar
- Pool
Diamond Deck
- Panorama Lounge
- Bar
- Category 4 Staterooms
- Category 5 Staterooms
Ruby Deck
- The Compass Rose
- Kitchen
- Category 3 Staterooms
Emerald Deck
- Category 1 Cabin
- Category 2 Cabins
Cruises on ms Saudade
Cruising the Douro River Valley
From £4,540 pp
Douro Discovery: A Family River Cruise in Portugal plus Madrid
From £5,490 pp
Essence of the Douro
From £2,290 pp
Iberian Capitals: Lisbon, Madrid & the Douro - Eastbound
From £6,390 pp
Iberian Capitals: Lisbon, Madrid & the Douro - Westbound
From £6,390 pp
Porto & the Douro Valley
From £5,440 pp
Porto Prelude: Cruising the Douro
From £5,290 pp