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MS Saudade

Cruising to historic quintas and picturesque villages along Portugal's golden Douro River, this riverboat sails from coastal Porto to the Spanish border with Tauck in 2027. Designed for just 84 guests, it features spacious accommodations and interiors inspired by Portugal's iconic decorative tiles, with custom lighting reminiscent of the region’s vineyard vines.
    • 263

    • Length
    • 2027

    • Built Year
    • 43

    • Crew
    • 84

    • Pax Capacity
    • 12

    • Suites

Sailings

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Sail Date Operator Ship Departs Returns Length Price
Apr 08, 2027TauckMS SaudadePortoPorto10$7,990
Apr 15, 2027TauckMS SaudadePortoMadrid12$9,790
Apr 22, 2027TauckMS SaudadeMadridLisbon12$9,790
Apr 29, 2027TauckMS SaudadePortoMadrid12$10,490
May 06, 2027TauckMS SaudadeMadridLisbon12$10,490
May 13, 2027TauckMS SaudadePortoMadrid12$10,490
May 27, 2027TauckMS SaudadePortoMadrid12$10,490
Jun 03, 2027TauckMS SaudadeMadridLisbon12$10,490
Jun 10, 2027TauckMS SaudadePortoMadrid12$10,490
Jun 17, 2027TauckMS SaudadeVega de TerronPorto10$7,290
Jun 24, 2027TauckMS SaudadePortoMadrid12$9,790
Jul 01, 2027TauckMS SaudadeVega de TerronPorto10$7,290
Jul 08, 2027TauckMS SaudadePortoMadrid12$8,490
Jul 15, 2027TauckMS SaudadeMadridLisbon12$8,490
Jul 22, 2027TauckMS SaudadePortoMadrid12$8,490
Aug 05, 2027TauckMS SaudadePortoMadrid12$8,490
Aug 12, 2027TauckMS SaudadeMadridLisbon12$8,490
Aug 19, 2027TauckMS SaudadePortoMadrid12$8,490
Aug 26, 2027TauckMS SaudadeMadridLisbon12$9,790
Sep 02, 2027TauckMS SaudadePortoMadrid12$10,490
Sep 09, 2027TauckMS SaudadeMadridLisbon12$10,490
Sep 16, 2027TauckMS SaudadePortoMadrid12$10,490
Sep 23, 2027TauckMS SaudadeMadridLisbon12$10,490
Sep 30, 2027TauckMS SaudadePortoMadrid12$10,490
Oct 07, 2027TauckMS SaudadeMadridLisbon12$10,490
Oct 14, 2027TauckMS SaudadePortoMadrid12$10,490
Oct 21, 2027TauckMS SaudadeMadridLisbon12$9,790
Nov 06, 2027TauckMS SaudadePortoPorto8$6,790

Ship Information


  • Maiden Voyage: 2027
  • Length: 263
  • Passenger Capacity: 84
  • Normal Crew Size: 43
  • Staterooms: 42
  • Suites: 12

Dining

Dining aboard each ship is a pleasure in the spacious Restaurant, offering an elegant dining experience and catering to all tastes with daily buffets, a choice of menus and special theme dinners. Vegetarian meals are available, and a selection of international wines is included with dinner; beer and soft drinks are also included with lunch and dinner.

Age Restrictions

Based upon Tauck's experience with family travelers, for each itinerary Tauck has a minimum recommended age to encourage comfort and enjoyment for all of their guests. Please ask the age restriction for your itinerary at the time of booking your Tauck journey. All children must be accompanied on activities by a parent or guardian. At least one guest in the traveling party must be 21 years of age or older in order to make a reservation. For safety and security purposes, children under 18 years of age must be booked into a room with at least one accompanying adult.

Tipping

All appropriate gratuities for luggage handling, bellmen, doormen, dining room server, ship staff, and drivers are included. Tauck Directors and Tauck Cruise Directors are included on all European riverboat cruises.

Cabins

Category 1
Square Footage: 150

Category 1

Category 1 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. Located on the Emerald Deck.




Category 2
Square Footage: 200

Category 2

Category 2 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. Located on the Emerald Deck.




Category 3
Square Footage: 225

Category 3

Category 3 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. Located on the Ruby Deck.




Category 4
Square Footage: 225

Category 4

Category 4 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. Located on the Diamond Deck.




Category 5
Square Footage: 300

Category 5

Category 5 suites 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. Located on the Diamond Deck.




Life on Board

Recreation

Arthur's Restaurant

Arthur's, the elegant aft lounge at the stern, features a 180° curved glass wall that opens to the fresh air (weather permitting) and doubles as a dining venue serving classic favorites, grilled entrées, and lighter fare.

Recreation

Pool

Take a stroll to the pool while enjoying the 360 degree view of the Douro River. Located on the Sun Deck.


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