Signature highlights
Designed for low-clearance Rhône and Saône cruising, with a retractable wheelhouse and panoramic public spaces. The current operator lists 110 m length, 11.4 m beam, 138 passengers and 25 crew.
MS Rhone Princess
MS Rhone Princess is a 138-guest CroisiEurope river cruise ship, in service since 2001. This page lists 50 upcoming departures across 13 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.
✓ Travelers wanting a small river ship
✓ Couples seeking scenic dining
✓ Guests preferring a relaxed lounge atmosphere
MS Rhone Princess at a glance
Ship size
Bigger than 5%
A small expedition-size ship at 1,500 gross tons — #523 of 565 ships we track. 11 tons of ship per guest.
Best for
- Travelers wanting a small river ship
- Couples seeking scenic dining
- Guests preferring a relaxed lounge atmosphere
- Passengers who value French regional cruising
- Travelers comfortable with limited onboard facilities
Think twice if you want
- Travelers seeking pools or spa facilities
- Families wanting dedicated children’s facilities
- Guests needing extensive entertainment choices
- Passengers wanting balcony cabins
- Travelers preferring many dining venues
Live Position ● 5 hours ago
Heading to: LYON (GERLAND)Currently on: A trip to admire the beautiful scenery of the Rhône valley (port-to-port cruise) (5 nights) — En route to Viviers — last stop Arles
Coming up
- Viviers sur Rhone
- Lyon end of cruise
6.6 knots
Under Way Using Engine
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About MS Rhone Princess
MS Rhône Princess is an intimate CroisiEurope river ship operating on the Rhône and Saône between Burgundy and Provence. Built in 2001 and renovated in 2011, the two-deck vessel accommodates up to 138 guests in 69 cabins. Its upper deck contains the restaurant, reception and lounge-bar, while the open sun deck provides loungers and shaded seating. Warm orange, chocolate and golden-wood décor gives the ship a traditional, relaxed character suited to scenic French river cruising.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- CroisiEurope
- Builder / shipyard
- Meuse & Sambre shipyard, Beez-Namur, Belgium
- Registry / flag
- France (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- FM2462
- MMSI
- 227734030
- Previous names
- Princesse d’Aquitaine is reported as a former/current name by CruiseMapper, but CroisiEurope currently identifies the vessel as MS Rhône Princess; naming status is unresolved.
Onboard Experience
Pools, spa & wellness
The open sun deck provides loungers and a large shaded area for relaxing and sightseeing.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Main Deck · Main Deck
Double cabin Cat A Double cabin Cat B Double cabin Cat C Suite Cat BUpper Deck · Upper Deck
Restaurant Lounge/bar Reception Lounge/bar with dancefloor Double cabin Cat A Double cabin Cat BSun Deck · Sun Deck
Sun Loungers Large shaded areaView the official MS Rhone Princess deck plans from CroisiEurope →
Cabins & suites
Oceanview 99%
Suite 1%
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double cabin Cat A13 m²; 18 cabins on the Main Deck and 22 on the Upper Deck. Operator describes Cat. A as a premium-location category. | Oceanview | 40 | — | 2 | Main Deck, Upper Deck |
| Double cabin Cat B13 m²; 6 cabins on the Main Deck and 4 on the Upper Deck. Operator describes Cat. B as an intermediate-location category. | Oceanview | 10 | — | 2 | Main Deck, Upper Deck |
| Double cabin Cat C14 cabins are 13 m² and 4 cabins are 10 m². Operator describes Cat. C as a standard-location category or a slightly smaller cabin. | Oceanview | 18 | — | 2 | Main Deck |
| Suite Cat B20 m²; one suite with two separable beds. | Suite | 1 | — | 2 | Main Deck |
Dining, bars & venues
1 included 0 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Restaurant
Included
The restaurant is on the Upper Deck and serves all meals during the cruise.
Bars & lounges
Lounge/bar
Varies
The Upper Deck lounge/bar has a dance floor and serves as the ship’s principal social space.
History & sister ships
- 2001Entered service, built by Meuse & Sambre shipyard, Beez-Namur, Belgium.
- 2011The ship was renovated; the operator does not publish further details of the work.
Where MS Rhone Princess sails, month by month
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| European River Cruises | 2 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 |
| From / night | €231 | €131 | €199 | 0 | 0 | €248 | €265 | €256 | €256 | €236 | €254 | €277 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
From €795 · €199/night
Ports of CallNext: Dec 2, 2026
4 upcoming departures
5 Nights
A trip to admire the beautiful scenery of the Rhône valley (port-to-port cruise)
6 Nights
All the must-see sites on the Rhône between Lyon, Provence, and the Camargue with a dinner at Paul Bocuse's Abbaye de Collonges Restaurant OFFERED (port-to-port cruise)
4 Nights
Christmas along the Rhône - Between traditions, historical discoveries, and indulgent moments (port-to-port cruise)
From €908 · €227/night
Ports of CallNext: Dec 21, 2026
2 upcoming departures
7 Nights
Discover the fabulous world of vineyards and wine, exceptional terroirs of the Rhône and Saône (port-to-port cruise)
4 Nights
Exceptional Wine Tasting Cruise in Burgundy: Beaujolais Nouveau (port-to-port cruise)
From €962 · €241/night
Ports of CallNext: Nov 15, 2026
2 upcoming departures
5 Nights
Family Club - A trip to admire the beautiful scenery of the Rhône valley (port-to-port cruise)
All 13 itineraries and their departure dates
- A Christmas in Provence (port-to-port cruise) 2 Dec 2026, 10 Dec 2026, 2 Dec 2027, 10 Dec 2027
- A trip to admire the beautiful scenery of the Rhône valley (port-to-port cruise) 22 Mar 2027, 2 Jul 2027, 25 Aug 2027, 12 Sep 2027, 29 Oct 2027
- All the must-see sites on the Rhône between Lyon, Provence, and the Camargue with a dinner at Paul Bocuse's Abbaye de Collonges Restaurant OFFERED (port-to-port cruise) 26 Apr 2027, 1 Jun 2027, 19 Jun 2027, 7 Jul 2027, 25 Jul 2027, 12 Aug 2027, 30 Aug 2027, 5 Oct 2027, 23 Oct 2027
- Art and History along the Rhône (port-to-port cruise) 7 Jun 2027
- Christmas along the Rhône - Between traditions, historical discoveries, and indulgent moments (port-to-port cruise) 21 Dec 2026, 21 Dec 2027
- Discover the fabulous world of vineyards and wine, exceptional terroirs of the Rhône and Saône (port-to-port cruise) 11 Oct 2027
- Exceptional Wine Tasting Cruise in Burgundy: Beaujolais Nouveau (port-to-port cruise) 15 Nov 2026, 14 Nov 2027
- Family Club - A trip to admire the beautiful scenery of the Rhône valley (port-to-port cruise) 20 Jul 2027, 7 Aug 2027
- Festival Cruise : Local History and Traditions on the Rhône River 28 Oct 2026, 1 Nov 2026, 4 Nov 2026, 7 Nov 2026, 21 Mar 2027, 24 Mar 2027, 4 Nov 2027, 7 Nov 2027
- From Burgundy to the Camargue along the Saône and the Rhône Rivers (port-to-port cruise) 21 Oct 2026, 2 May 2027, 25 May 2027, 25 Jun 2027, 13 Jul 2027, 5 Sep 2027, 23 Sep 2027
- Lands of Provence, a sensory cruise through heritage and gourmet delights (port-to-port cruise) 1 Nov 2026, 6 Nov 2026, 20 Nov 2026, 19 Nov 2027, 25 Nov 2027
- Rhône River Cruise: Between Terroir, History and Local Traditions. (Port to port) 14 Apr 2027, 18 Apr 2027
- The Festival of Lights in Lyon (port-to-port cruise) 7 Dec 2026, 7 Dec 2027
All Upcoming Departures
MS Rhone Princess FAQ
What flag does MS Rhone Princess sail under?
MS Rhone Princess is registered in France.
How many passengers does MS Rhone Princess hold?
MS Rhone Princess carries about 138 guests with roughly 25 crew.
How old is MS Rhone Princess?
MS Rhone Princess entered service in 2001 and was last refurbished in 2011.
How big is MS Rhone Princess?
At 1,500 gross tons and 110 m long, MS Rhone Princess is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 5% of the 565 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
What is the dress code on MS Rhône Princess?
Daytime dress is casual. The operator recommends dressing somewhat more formally for dinners, cocktails and gala evenings, without requiring a jacket and tie.
Are meals included on MS Rhône Princess?
All meals during the cruise are served in the onboard restaurant. Standard CroisiEurope European cruises generally include selected drinks with meals and at the bar, while premium-brand drinks may cost extra.
Is Wi-Fi available on MS Rhône Princess?
Wi-Fi is listed among the ship’s cabin amenities. CroisiEurope states that Wi-Fi is free on its European fleet and is available in lounges, bars and receptions.
Are tips included on MS Rhône Princess?
Tipping is discretionary. CroisiEurope states that passengers may decide whether and how much to tip.
Is MS Rhône Princess accessible for passengers with reduced mobility?
The operator advises passengers with mobility needs to disclose them before booking so the most suitable ship and arrangements can be assessed. No ship-specific accessible cabin is identified in the available Rhône Princess materials.
Does MS Rhône Princess have children’s facilities?
No dedicated children’s facility is named in the ship’s onboard information. The ship may operate on family-designated itineraries, but family programming is itinerary-dependent rather than a listed permanent onboard venue.