Signature highlights
A relaxed, intimate ship with panoramic river views, a welcoming observation lounge and bar, a sun deck with loungers and splash pool, deck games, bicycles for ashore use and a small library.
MS Jane Austen
MS Jane Austen is a 140-guest Riviera Travel river cruise ship, in service since 2015. This page lists 63 upcoming departures across 4 itineraries in European River Cruises, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
✓ Intimate river cruising
✓ Travelers wanting spacious suite accommodation
✓ Scenery-focused passengers
MS Jane Austen at a glance
Best for
- Intimate river cruising
- Travelers wanting spacious suite accommodation
- Scenery-focused passengers
- Guests who enjoy included dining
- Passengers seeking a small wellness area
Think twice if you want
- Wheelchair users needing an accessible cabin
- Families with children under twelve
- Travelers wanting extensive nightlife
- Guests avoiding stairs to outdoor areas
- Passengers seeking many onboard activities
Live Position ● 3 hours ago
Heading to: Paris CityCurrently on: Paris, Normandy & Historic Treasures of the Seine River Cruise (10 nights) — Underway from Paris
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Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About MS Jane Austen
MS Jane Austen is a 2015-built river cruise ship operated by Riviera Travel and owned within the Scylla fleet. Designed for an intimate European river-cruise experience, she carries around 140 guests with a 36-person crew. The ship has four decks, 74 outward-facing cabins and suites, a panoramic lounge, restaurant, informal brasserie, wellness area and sun deck with a small splash pool. Following a refurbishment in late 2024, she primarily serves Riviera Travel’s French river-cruise program.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Riviera Travel
- Builder / shipyard
- Vahali Shipyards Zasavica and Gendt
- Registry / flag
- Switzerland (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- MMSI
- 269057512
Onboard Experience
For families
The ship is oriented toward adult river cruising and does not advertise dedicated children’s facilities or family activity areas.
Pools, spa & wellness
The wellness area includes a sauna and steam room and can be reserved for private use. A hair salon is also available on board.
Accessibility
A lift connects the upper and middle passenger decks. The sun deck and lower Emerald Deck are accessible only by stairs, so guests with reduced mobility should review the ship’s access arrangements before booking.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 4 · Sun Deck
Splash PoolDeck 3 · Diamond (Upper) Deck
Panoramic Observation Lounge and Bar La Brasserie Boutique Gift Shop Deluxe Suite Superior Suite Superior Stern Suite Standard CabinDeck 2 · Ruby (Middle) Deck
Main Restaurant Superior Suite Standard CabinDeck 1 · Emerald (Lower) Deck
Spa and Wellness Area Fitness Centre Superior Suite Standard CabinView the official MS Jane Austen deck plans from Riviera Travel →
Cabins & suites
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deluxe SuiteAlso described in the ship fact sheet as a Balcony Suite. | Suite | 4 | 242 sq ft | 3 |
| Superior SuitePublished as Standard French Balcony in the ship fact sheet; the fact sheet gives seven Standard French Balcony suites in total across the Diamond and Ruby decks, without separating this category from Superior Stern Suite. | Suite | — | 199 sq ft | 3, 2, 1 |
| Superior Stern SuitePublished within the Standard French Balcony grouping in the ship fact sheet; no separate count is given. | Suite | — | 199 sq ft | 3 |
| Standard CabinAlso described in the ship fact sheet as a Standard Suite. Diamond and Ruby Deck cabins have French balconies; Emerald Deck cabins have fixed windows. | Other | 63 | 161 sq ft | 3, 2, 1 |
Dining, bars & venues
3 included 1 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
La Brasserie
Included
An informal dining venue offering a smaller, more relaxed alternative to the main restaurant.
Main Restaurant
Included
The ship’s principal restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and four-course dinner.
Bars & lounges
Panoramic Observation Lounge and Bar
Varies
The main observation lounge and bar, with panoramic windows, seating and a terrace.
Where MS Jane Austen sails, month by month
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Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
All 4 itineraries and their departure dates
- Gastronomy of the Seine River Cruise 8 Apr 2027, 9 Jun 2027, 17 Jul 2027, 24 Aug 2027, 1 Oct 2027, 1 Apr 2028, 14 Jul 2028, 25 Aug 2028, 2 Oct 2028
- Magical Paris & Festive Seine River Cruise 1 Dec 2026, 5 Dec 2026, 9 Dec 2026, 13 Dec 2026, 17 Dec 2026, 2 Dec 2027, 6 Dec 2027, 10 Dec 2027, 14 Dec 2027, 18 Dec 2027
- Paris, Normandy & Historic Treasures of the Seine River Cruise 29 Apr 2027, 23 May 2027, 30 Jun 2027, 7 Aug 2027, 14 Sep 2027, 22 Apr 2028, 27 Jun 2028, 1 Sep 2028, 16 Oct 2028
- The Seine, Paris and Normandy River Cruise 1 Apr 2027, 15 Apr 2027, 22 Apr 2027, 9 May 2027, 16 May 2027, 2 Jun 2027, 16 Jun 2027, 23 Jun 2027, 24 Jul 2027, 31 Jul 2027, 31 Aug 2027, 7 Sep 2027, 24 Sep 2027, 8 Oct 2027, 15 Oct 2027, 22 Oct 2027, 8 Apr 2028, 15 Apr 2028, 2 May 2028, 9 May 2028, 16 May 2028, 23 May 2028, 30 May 2028, 6 Jun 2028, 13 Jun 2028, 20 Jun 2028, 21 Jul 2028, 28 Jul 2028, 4 Aug 2028, 18 Aug 2028, 11 Sep 2028, 18 Sep 2028, 25 Sep 2028, 9 Oct 2028, 2 Nov 2028
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MS Jane Austen FAQ
What flag does MS Jane Austen sail under?
MS Jane Austen is registered in Switzerland.
How many passengers does MS Jane Austen hold?
MS Jane Austen carries about 140 guests with roughly 36 crew.
How old is MS Jane Austen?
MS Jane Austen entered service in 2015 and was last refurbished in 2024.
What is the dress code on MS Jane Austen?
Smart-casual clothing is acceptable and formalwear is not required. Men are asked not to wear shorts at dinner or vest tops in the dining room.
What dining is included on MS Jane Austen?
Full-board dining is included, with breakfast, lunch and dinner in the Main Restaurant. La Brasserie provides an included informal dining option.
Is Wi-Fi included on MS Jane Austen?
Wi-Fi is complimentary onboard, although connection speeds may vary while cruising.
Are gratuities included?
No. Tipping is discretionary and is not included in the holiday cost; Riviera Travel provides a suggested daily guideline for crew gratuities.
Is MS Jane Austen suitable for passengers with limited mobility?
A lift serves the three accommodation decks, but the Sun Deck is stairs-only and the Emerald Deck is also accessed by stairs. Riviera Travel states that its ships do not have wheelchair-accessible cabins.
Can children sail on MS Jane Austen?
The minimum age is twelve at the date of departure. Minors must travel with and share a cabin with an adult aged twenty-one or over.