MS Douro Splendour is a 124-guest Riviera Travel river cruise ship, in service since 2018. This page lists 58 upcoming departures across 3 itineraries in Mediterranean, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
A small expedition-size ship at 1,734 gross tons — #518 of 565 ships we track. 14 tons of ship per guest.
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Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
MS Douro Splendour is a purpose-built Portuguese river ship operating on the Douro for Riviera Travel. Launched in 2018, it carries 124 guests in 63 cabins and combines a traditional, intimate atmosphere with a panoramic lounge, restaurant, spa, gym and sun deck with a splash pool. Its compact 80-metre design is tailored to the Douro’s locks, while cabins range from lower-deck rooms to balcony suites.
The ship offers four guest-accessible levels, including a sun deck with loungers, a splash pool and views of the Douro Valley. A lift connects the upper, middle and lower accommodation decks, while the forward lounge provides panoramic river views.
The ship provides a compact, sociable setting suited to adult river cruising, with a splash pool and spacious outdoor areas. Riviera Travel markets the vessel primarily as a refined small-ship experience rather than a family resort.
Facilities include a spa, gym and sun-deck splash pool. The ship also provides air conditioning and a relaxing lounge environment.
A lift connects the upper, middle and lower decks, but the sun deck is accessible only by stairs. Guests with specific mobility requirements should confirm suitability before booking.
The vessel was designed with environmental considerations in mind and was built for the operational constraints of the Douro’s locks. No current operator-published emissions or fuel-efficiency specification was identified.
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| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
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| Deluxe Balcony SuitePrivate step-out balcony; operator's largest suite category. | Suite | 2 | 312 sq ft | 2 | 3 |
| Superior Balcony SuitePrivate balcony and living area. | Suite | 6 | 205 sq ft | 2 | 3 |
| Standard Cabin (French Balcony)Operator lists this as Standard Cabin; the electronically lowered window opens to a French balcony. Category-level count is not published separately. | Balcony | — | 151 sq ft | 2 | 2, 3 |
| Stern Standard Cabin (French Balcony)Aft Standard Cabin with French balcony. Category-level count is not published separately. | Balcony | — | 151 sq ft | 2 | 2 |
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MS Douro Splendour is registered in Portugal.
MS Douro Splendour carries about 124 guests with roughly 36 crew.
MS Douro Splendour entered service in 2018.
At 1,734 gross tons and 80 m long, MS Douro Splendour is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 8% of the 565 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
Smart-casual clothing is acceptable and formalwear is not required. Shorts are not permitted at dinner, and vest tops are not permitted in the dining room.
Full-board dining is provided in the main restaurant, including breakfast, lunch and four-course dinner. Riviera Travel's European river cruises also include an all-inclusive drinks package with stated exclusions.
Gratuities are discretionary and are not included as a fixed charge. Riviera Travel gives a suggested guideline of 8 to 12 euros per person per day for crew gratuities.
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the ship, including the cabins, although connection quality can vary while cruising.
A lift serves the Upper, Middle and Lower decks, but the Sun Deck is accessible only by stairs. Passengers with mobility concerns should confirm suitability with Riviera Travel before booking.
Riviera Travel's minimum age for European river cruises is 12 at departure. Minors must travel with and share a cabin with an adult aged 21 or over.
