Signature highlights
The ship’s 82-metre length and shallow 1.30-metre draft allow access to smaller European rivers and canals. Its compact scale creates an intimate atmosphere, with 41 cabins and a maximum of 82 guests.
Excellence Pearl
Excellence Pearl is an 82-guest Excellence River Cruises river cruise ship, in service since 2003. This page lists 39 upcoming departures across 22 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 preferring an intimate river ship
✓ Guests seeking a small, quiet venue mix
✓ Couples wanting French-balcony cabins
Excellence Pearl at a glance
Best for
- Travelers preferring an intimate river ship
- Guests seeking a small, quiet venue mix
- Couples wanting French-balcony cabins
- Passengers exploring smaller waterways and canals
Think twice if you want
- Travelers wanting pools, spas or fitness facilities
- Families seeking dedicated kids amenities
- Passengers needing fully accessible ship facilities
- Guests wanting multiple specialty restaurants
Live Position ● 1 hour ago
Heading to: MannheimCurrently on: Flussfahrt durch Deutschland im April und September (11 nights) — Underway from Basel
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Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About Excellence Pearl
Excellence Pearl is a compact Swiss river cruise ship designed for waterways, canals and locks that larger vessels cannot reach. Built in 2003 as Rembrandt and extensively rebuilt before entering Excellence service in May 2017, the ship carries up to 82 guests in 41 cabins. Its intimate layout includes a restaurant, Riverlounge, sun deck and three passenger decks. French-balcony cabins are available on the upper deck, while main-deck cabins have panoramic windows. The ship operates in service under the Swiss flag.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Swiss Excellence River Cruise, operated for Excellence Cruises by Reisebüro Mittelthurgau AG
- Builder / shipyard
- Grave BV, Grave, Netherlands
- Registry / flag
- Switzerland (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- HE7195
- MMSI
- 269057195
- Draft
- 1.3 m
- Previous names
- Rembrandt
Onboard Experience
For families
No dedicated children's facilities or family programming are listed.
Pools, spa & wellness
The sun deck provides loungers, seating groups and shade sails. No spa, pool or dedicated fitness facility is listed.
Accessibility
The ship has no lift, according to published passenger information. Guests with limited mobility should confirm stair access and cabin suitability with the operator before booking.
Environmental features
Excellence Pearl carries Green Award certification, recognizing reported standards related to safety, environmental performance and social responsibility.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 3
Sonnendeck Sitzgruppen SchattensegelDeck 2
Riverlounge mit Bar 24h-Wasser/Kaffee/Tee Foyer mit Rezeption KFL-Desk 2-Bett Kabine OberdeckDeck 1
Restaurant Excellence Bordshop 2-Bett Kabine HauptdeckView the official Excellence Pearl deck plans from Excellence River Cruises →
Cabins & suites
Balcony 49%
Oceanview 51%
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-Bett Kabine OberdeckFrench balcony; operator booking codes not published. | Balcony | 20 | 130 sq ft | 2 | 2 |
| 2-Bett Kabine HauptdeckTwo non-opening porthole-style windows; operator booking codes not published. | Oceanview | 21 | 130 sq ft | 2 | 1 |
Dining, bars & venues
2 included 1 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Restaurant Excellence
Included
The main dining room serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, with buffet and table-service formats.
Bars & lounges
Riverlounge mit Bar
Varies
Panoramic lounge with a bar; coffee, tea and water are available without charge, while other drinks are offered à la carte.
History & sister ships
- 2003Entered service, built by Grave BV, Grave, Netherlands.
- 2017The former Rembrandt underwent a comprehensive rebuild and renovation, was renamed Excellence Pearl and entered service with Excellence Cruises.
Where Excellence Pearl sails, month by month
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| European River Cruises | 0 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 |
| Northern Europe | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
All 22 itineraries and their departure dates
- Amsterdam - Hamburg 13 Jun 2027
- Auf der Ems und Weser von Berlin nach Amsterdam 11 May 2027
- City Cruise: Holland trifft Flandern 6 Apr 2027
- City Cruise: Holland trifft Flandern 30 Mar 2027, 13 Apr 2027
- Excellence Pearl: Nancy-Metz-Trier-Saarbrücken 26 Nov 2026, 2 Dec 2026, 25 Nov 2027, 1 Dec 2027
- Excellence Pearl: Saarbrücken-Trier-Metz-Nancy 29 Nov 2026, 5 Dec 2026, 28 Nov 2027, 4 Dec 2027
- Flussfahrt durch Deutschland im April und September 5 Aug 2027
- Flusskreuzfahrt: Berlin, Hamburg, Dresden – Exklusive Ausflüge 1 May 2027
- Grand Tour Amsterdam - Berlin 20 Apr 2027, 25 Jul 2027
- Grand Tour Flandern & Die Wallonie 2 Jun 2027
- Grand Tour Flandern & Die Wallonie 22 May 2027
- Hamburg - Amsterdam 24 Jun 2027
- Krimi Dinner auf dem Rhein: Mittendrin auf der Excellence Pearl 7 Nov 2026, 6 Nov 2027
- Krimi Dinner auf dem Rhein: Mittendrin auf der Excellence Pearl 6 Nov 2026, 5 Nov 2027
- Lauffen - Saarbrücken 9 Sep 2027, 5 Oct 2027
- Lebensträume der Zukunft 16 Aug 2027, 26 Aug 2027
- Maritime Sommerfrische - Ijsselmeer & Friesland 5 Jul 2027, 15 Jul 2027
- Nancy - Saarbrücken 22 Sep 2027
- Saarbrücken - Lauffen 28 Sep 2027, 12 Oct 2027
- Saarbrücken - Nancy 16 Sep 2027
- Schiffkreuzfahrt von Amsterdam nach Nancy Sommer 2024 5 Sep 2027, 24 Oct 2027
- Schiffkreuzfahrt von Amsterdam nach Nancy Sommer 2024 2 Nov 2026, 19 Oct 2027, 28 Oct 2027
All Upcoming Departures
Excellence Pearl FAQ
What flag does Excellence Pearl sail under?
Excellence Pearl is registered in Switzerland.
How many passengers does Excellence Pearl hold?
Excellence Pearl carries about 82 guests with roughly 24 crew.
How old is Excellence Pearl?
Excellence Pearl entered service in 2003 and was last refurbished in 2017.
What is the dress code on Excellence Pearl?
Daytime dress is casual. Smart casual clothing is recommended in the evening, with more elegant clothing requested for gala evenings; swimwear is not permitted in public indoor areas.
Is dining included on Excellence Pearl?
Premium full board is included, covering breakfast, lunch and dinner in Restaurant Excellence, along with scheduled snacks and pastries. Coffee, tea and drinking water are also available without charge.
Is Wi-Fi included?
Yes. Wi-Fi is available without an additional charge in the cabins and public areas, although service can be interrupted in locks and on some river sections.
How does tipping work?
Tipping is voluntary. Excellence considers 8 to 10 euros per guest per day an appropriate guideline and asks guests to give the combined crew gratuity at reception before the end of the cruise.
Is Excellence Pearl accessible for wheelchair users?
The ship is not fully accessible, and not all areas are connected by lifts. Manual wheelchairs and rollators may be accepted by prior arrangement, but guests must be able to manage short sections independently; electric wheelchairs and mobility scooters are not carried.
Are children catered for onboard?
Children up to age 12 receive a reduced fare when sharing a cabin with an accompanying adult. The ship does not provide children's or baby menus, high chairs or baby cots.