Introduction

Newly redesigned to accommodate no more than 98 guests within an innovative deck plan featuring 14 300-sq. ft. Tauck Suites and 20 225-sq. ft. cabins, this ship is the perfect riverboat to cruise the historic waters of the Rhine and Danube rivers.

One of the 361-foot (110-meter) riverboats in Tauck's Destination Fleet, the newly redesigned ms Esprit debuted in 2018 with a new deck plan optimized for the utmost in spaciousness – with 70% of her cabins measuring 225 square feet or larger – and accommodating no more than 98 guests, while similar-sized riverboats average about 160. Guest amenities inside her 14 lush 300-square-foot Tauck Suites include brocade upholstery, roomy walk-in closets with built-in drawers, spacious bathrooms with separate showers, and two French balconies with floor-to-ceiling windows that open to idyllic riverscapes. She also sports twenty roomy 225-square-foot cabins, four 183-square-foot cabins and one 182 square-foot cabin, similarly furnished. Eight 150-square-foot cabins are cozy and comfortable, and are similar in décor and style to our larger suites. 85% have floor-to-ceiling windows with real French balconies that open on to a balcony in the fresh air; all have in-room movies, minibar, adjustable heating and cooling, private bathroom and shower with pampering toiletries. In addition to our main dining room, The Compass Rose, the ship also features Arthur's, a second dining venue offering casual fare.

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Main Info
  • Children Not allowed
  • Nursery -
  • Smoking Some
  • Style Luxury
  • Decks4
  • Cabins49
  • Size Boutique
  • Ship Type River
  • Wheelchair Cabins-
  • Crew Members41
  • Refurbished2018
  • CurrencyEUR
Unique Features

  • Uncommon Access - Cruising with Tauck, you’ll enjoy exclusive access to behind-the-scenes cultural experiences on included shore excursions that immerse you in each destination, experiencing Europe as it was meant to be enjoyed… including private dining experiences in historic venues that go far beyond the ordinary.
  • All Inclusive - When you cruise with Tauck, virtually every river cruise expense is included in one upfront price… including all shore excursions and unlimited complimentary beverages onboard. There are no little extras to pay for, no hidden expenses, no options sold. You get what you pay for… and then some.
  • Intimate, Club-like Atmosphere - Aboard their spacious, custom-designed riverboats, you’ll find that the key to their intimate, club-like atmosphere is in the details. Luxurious cabins and suites… service rivaling that of a premium hotel… fine European-style shipboard dining, with a choice of dining venues… all the little touches.
  • Personalised Cruising - You’re traveling in good company when you cruise with Tauck… well-cared for with personalised, thoughtful service from at least four of their staff on every river cruise, plus an experienced ship’s crew… representing the highest tour director-to-guest ratio in the industry.

Disabled Facilities

Wheelchair & Motorised Scooter

Wheelchairs and certain types of motorised scooters can be accommodated on some Tauck journeys. It is best that you inquire for the specific journey you are interested in. As a general rule, wheelchairs and motorized scooters are not accepted for Tauck’s international and exotic destinations. The international community does not adhere to the same accessibility standards that hotels, restaurants and public buildings do in the United States. That combined with tour itineraries that might require a considerable bit of walking in old historic city sections, in and around attractions, over cobblestone streets, up hills and climbing staircases make wheelchairs impractical to bring.

Collapsible wheelchairs are more widely accepted for Tauck journeys within the United States and Canada. But even to this, there are exceptions so it always is best to inquire to be certain. Motor coach space limitations make motorized scooters harder to accommodate on journeys, but there are certain model collapsible motorized scooters that can be accommodated on many of Tauck’s North American journeys. Again, it is best to inquire.

Tauck cannot provide wheelchairs to guests or wheelchair assistance during the journey. Persons needing such assistance must be accompanied by an able companion.

Dietary Requirements

Many special dietary needs can be accommodated on Tauck journeys with advance notice, but cannot be guaranteed. Different destinations make some dietary needs harder to accommodate than others. Tauck will do everything possible in communicating your requests to hotels and restaurants. Common dietary requests like ‘low sodium’ or ‘vegetarian’ are likely to be accommodated much easier than very special or unique dietary needs. Meals that are full a la carte offer more flexibility for special dietary requests as do some limited a la carte meals. For the occasional ‘set menu’ or ‘buffet meals’ on Tauck journeys, unique dietary needs may prove a bit more challenging.

Dress Code

Typical dress for any Tauck journey is casual attire. Some journeys may include a specific dinner function or an event in which gentleman may be required to have, or feel more comfortable wearing, a sport jacket. But overall the rule of thumb is casual comfortable clothing. The final tour documentation will mention occasions (if any) on a journey in which a sport jacket or dressier clothing is suggested.

Age Restrictions

Regardless of destination, Tauck journeys are not appropriate for infants or children under 3 years of age.

Please note that guests must be 21 years of age and older in order to book their families' travel arrangements. Certain age recommendations and/or restrictions may apply to some of Tauck journeys. Please inquire at time of booking.

In compliance with their partner hotels and for the safety and security of our guests, children under 18 years of age must be booked into the same room as an accompanying adult.

Deck Plans
Sun Deck

  • Putting Green
  • Whirlpool
  • Lounge Chairs

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Diamond Deck

  • Bistro
  • Category 7 Suites
  • Category 6 Cabins
  • Panorama Lounge
  • Bar
  • Boutique

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Ruby Deck

  • The Compass Rose
  • Kitchen
  • Engines
  • Category 5 Cabins
  • Category 4 Cabins
  • Category 3 Cabins

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Emerald Deck

  • Category 2 Cabin
  • Category 1 Cabins
  • Engines
  • Crew Quarters
  • Spa
  • Hairdresser
  • Massage
  • Fitness

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Accomodation
Category 7 Suites

These 14 luxurious Category 7 suites on the Diamond Deck feature a double bed with optional twin-bed configuration with 400 thread count cotton linens/white duvets and pillows of mako cotton with hypoallergenic 90% down filling. The large marble bathroom a separate shower and bathtub, as well as Molton Brown toiletries and a terry-cloth bathrobe plus slippers.

The suites also includes two floor-to-ceiling French Balconies with a sliding doors, a coffee maker and mini-bar stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks replenished daily. Amenities also include a 32” LED TV, a pull-out couch, two club chairs & coffee table, a desk, a TV credenza, a walk-in closet and dresser, as well as a telephone, safe, and individual climate control.

Each also benefit from quad cabin layout, made possible by pullout couch (only for children), breakfast room service, iron and ironing board and onboard Wi-Fi.

Category 6 Cabins

Situated in the fore and aft corners of the Diamond Deck, these four Category 6 cabins feature a double bed with optional twin-bed configuration with 400 thread count cotton linens/white duvets and pillows of mako cotton with hypoallergenic 90% down filling. The marble bathroom includes Molton Brown toiletries and a terry-cloth bathrobe plus slippers.

The room also includes a floor-to-ceiling French Balcony with a sliding door, a refrigerator stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks replenished daily. Amenities also include a 32” LED TV, two chairs plus a desk, a built-in closet with drawers, as well as a telephone, safe, and individual climate control. Wi-Fi is also available onboard.

Category 5 Cabins

Set forward on the Ruby Deck, these two Category 5 cabins feature a double bed with optional twin-bed configuration with 400 thread count cotton linens/white duvets and pillows of mako cotton with hypoallergenic 90% down filling. The marble bathroom includes Molton Brown toiletries and a terry-cloth bathrobe plus slippers.

The room also includes a floor-to-ceiling French Balcony with a sliding door, a refrigerator stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks replenished daily. Amenities also include a 32” LED TV, two chairs plus a desk, a built-in closet with drawers, as well as a telephone, safe, and individual climate control. Wi-Fi is also available onboard.

Category 4 Cabins

Located on the Ruby Deck, Category 4 cabins feature a double bed with optional twin-bed configuration with 400 thread count cotton linens/white duvets and pillows of mako cotton with hypoallergenic 90% down filling. The marble bathroom includes Molton Brown toiletries and a terry-cloth bathrobe plus slippers.

The room also includes a floor-to-ceiling French Balcony with a sliding door, a refrigerator stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks replenished daily. Amenities also include a 32” LED TV, two chairs plus a desk, a built-in closet with drawers, as well as a telephone, safe, and individual climate control. Wi-Fi is also available onboard.

Category 3 Cabins

Located on the Ruby deck, Category 3 cabins feature a double bed with optional twin-bed configuration with 400 thread count cotton linens/white duvets and pillows of mako cotton with hypoallergenic 90% down filling. The marble bathroom includes Molton Brown toiletries and a terry-cloth bathrobe plus slippers.

The room also includes a floor-to-ceiling French Balcony with a sliding door, a refrigerator stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks replenished daily. Amenities also include a 32” LED TV, two chairs plus a desk, a built-in closet with drawers, as well as a telephone, safe, and individual climate control. Wi-Fi is also available onboard.

Category 2 Cabins

Located forward on the Emerald deck, Category 2 cabins feature a double bed with optional twin-bed configuration with 400 thread count cotton linens/white duvets and pillows of mako cotton with hypoallergenic 90% down filling. The marble bathroom includes Molton Brown toiletries and a terry-cloth bathrobe plus slippers.

The room also includes a refrigerator stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks replenished daily. Amenities also include a 32” LED TV, two chairs plus a desk, a built-in closet with drawers, as well as a telephone, safe, and individual climate control. Wi-Fi is also available onboard.

Category 1 Cabins

Situated on the Emerald deck, eight Category 1 cabins each feature two 2’x3’ windows, a double bed with optional twin-bed configuration with 400 thread count cotton linens/white duvets and pillows of mako cotton with hypoallergenic 90% down filling. The marble bathroom includes Molton Brown toiletries and a terry-cloth bathrobe plus slippers.

The room also includes a refrigerator stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks replenished daily. Amenities also include a 32” LED TV, two chairs plus a desk, a built-in closet with drawers, as well as a telephone, safe, and individual climate control. Wi-Fi is also available onboard.

Entertainment

Onboard entertainment includes enrichment lectures, piano music nightly, in-room movies, culinary demos, local entertainment and “themed” fun.

Panorama Lounge

Whether you’re looking to make a gala night ashore last just a little longer after your return to the riverboat, swap stories of the day’s adventures, or enjoy a nightcap with new friends you just met at dinner, the lounge is a perfect place to kick back and relax.

Lido Bar

The gracious aft lounge in the stern of your riverboat sports an innovative 180° curved glass wall that opens to the fresh air (weather permitting).