Signature highlights
The ship offers four decks, a sun deck with loungers, shaded seating and a splash pool, plus a panoramic lounge and bar. Its compact 80-metre profile is suited to the Douro’s bridges and locks.
MS Riviera Rose
MS Riviera Rose is an 116-guest Riviera Travel river cruise ship, in service since 2025. This page lists 58 upcoming departures across 1 itinerary in Mediterranean, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
✓ Couples wanting a small Douro river ship
✓ Travelers who prefer balcony or French-balcony cabins
✓ Guests seeking a compact fitness and pool offering
MS Riviera Rose at a glance
Best for
- Couples wanting a small Douro river ship
- Travelers who prefer balcony or French-balcony cabins
- Guests seeking a compact fitness and pool offering
- Adults who enjoy relaxed dining and lounge spaces
Think twice if you want
- Families needing children's facilities
- Wheelchair users requiring an accessible cabin
- Travelers wanting a theatre or extensive nightlife
- Guests who avoid stairs to outdoor areas
Live Position ● 3 days ago
8.6 knots
Under Way Using Engine
Position data may be outdated.
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About MS Riviera Rose
MS Riviera Rose is a compact luxury river ship designed for Douro cruises between Portugal and Spain. Launched into Riviera Travel service in April 2025, the 80-metre vessel combines 57 cabins with four passenger decks, a panoramic lounge and bar, two dining venues, a fitness centre and a sun deck with splash pool. Most accommodations offer French balconies or larger balcony-suite layouts, while the ship’s intimate scale supports a relaxed, boutique-hotel atmosphere between shore excursions.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Riviera Travel
- Builder / shipyard
- Kladovo Shipyard, Kladovo, Serbia; final outfitting in the Netherlands
- Registry / flag
- Portugal (Madeira) (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- CQ2462
- MMSI
- 255916033
- Draft
- 2.1 m
Onboard Experience
For families
The ship has a small splash pool, open deck space and informal dining, but Riviera Travel primarily presents it as a boutique river-cruise ship rather than a family-focused vessel.
Pools, spa & wellness
A fitness centre is located on the Emerald Deck. The sun deck provides loungers and shaded relaxation areas.
Accessibility
A lift connects the Upper, Middle and Lower accommodation decks. The Sun Deck is accessible only by stairs, so passengers with limited mobility should plan accordingly.
Environmental features
Riviera Travel states that the ship was designed with environmental technology and is on track to qualify for the Gold Standard under the Green Award programme.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 4 · Sun Deck
Sun deck bar Splash poolDeck 3 · Diamond (Upper) Deck
Atrium lounge & bar Rio restaurant Deluxe Balcony Suite Superior Suite Standard French BalconyDeck 2 · Ruby (Middle) Deck
Restaurant Superior Suite Standard French BalconyDeck 1 · Emerald (Lower) Deck
Fitness centre Standard SuiteView the official MS Riviera Rose deck plans from Riviera Travel →
Cabins & suites
Suite 69%
Balcony 11%
Oceanview 20%
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Balcony SuiteAlso described in Riviera Travel sales material as Balcony Suite; private balcony with outdoor seating. | Suite | 4 | 258 sq ft | 2 | 3 |
| Superior SuiteAlso described on the current ship page as Standard Cabin; French balcony with floor-to-ceiling glass doors. | Suite | 34 | 172 sq ft | 2 | 2, 3 |
| Standard French BalconyFrench balcony with floor-to-ceiling glass doors; the current ship page also uses Forward Cabin and Stern Cabin for positional variants. | Balcony | 6 | 172 sq ft | 2 | 2, 3 |
| Standard SuiteAlso described on the current ship page as Standard Cabin; fixed windows on the Emerald Deck. | Oceanview | 11 | 172 sq ft | 2 | 1 |
Dining, bars & venues
3 included 0 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Restaurant
Included
The main dining room serves breakfast, lunch and four-course dinner.
Rio restaurant
A smaller Portuguese-focused restaurant offering lunch and dinner, with an al fresco dining option.
Bars & lounges
Atrium lounge & bar
Varies
The principal indoor social area with seating, a bar and a pianist.
Sun deck bar
Varies
An outdoor bar serving drinks beside the sun-deck seating and pool.
History & sister ships
Other Douro river cruise ship ships
Where MS Riviera Rose sails, month by month
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| Mediterranean | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 4 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
All 1 itinerary and their departure dates
- Highlights of the Douro Valley & Salamanca River Cruise 20 Oct 2026, 5 Apr 2027, 12 Apr 2027, 19 Apr 2027, 26 Apr 2027, 10 May 2027, 17 May 2027, 24 May 2027, 31 May 2027, 14 Jun 2027, 21 Jun 2027, 28 Jun 2027, 12 Jul 2027, 19 Jul 2027, 26 Jul 2027, 2 Aug 2027, 9 Aug 2027, 16 Aug 2027, 23 Aug 2027, 30 Aug 2027, 6 Sep 2027, 13 Sep 2027, 20 Sep 2027, 27 Sep 2027, 4 Oct 2027, 11 Oct 2027, 18 Oct 2027, 25 Oct 2027, 3 Apr 2028, 10 Apr 2028, 17 Apr 2028, 24 Apr 2028, 1 May 2028, 8 May 2028, 15 May 2028, 22 May 2028, 29 May 2028, 5 Jun 2028, 12 Jun 2028, 19 Jun 2028, 26 Jun 2028, 3 Jul 2028, 10 Jul 2028, 17 Jul 2028, 24 Jul 2028, 31 Jul 2028, 7 Aug 2028, 14 Aug 2028, 21 Aug 2028, 28 Aug 2028, 4 Sep 2028, 11 Sep 2028, 18 Sep 2028, 25 Sep 2028, 2 Oct 2028, 9 Oct 2028, 16 Oct 2028, 23 Oct 2028
All Upcoming Departures
MS Riviera Rose FAQ
What flag does MS Riviera Rose sail under?
MS Riviera Rose is registered in Portugal (Madeira).
How many passengers does MS Riviera Rose hold?
MS Riviera Rose carries about 116 guests with roughly 38 crew.
How old is MS Riviera Rose?
MS Riviera Rose entered service in 2025.
What is the dress code on MS Riviera Rose?
There is no formal dress code; smart-casual clothing is acceptable. Shorts are not permitted at dinner, and vest tops are not permitted in the dining room.
Which dining is included on MS Riviera Rose?
Full board includes the main Restaurant's breakfast, lunch and dinner. Rio restaurant is the ship's specialty restaurant and requires a reservation; Riviera Travel does not state a separate charge on the ship page.
Are gratuities included?
Gratuities are discretionary and are not included in the holiday cost. Riviera Travel suggests approximately €8–12 per person per day if guests choose to tip the crew.
Is Wi-Fi available on MS Riviera Rose?
Complimentary Wi-Fi is provided on Riviera Travel river cruises, although connection speeds can vary while cruising.
Is MS Riviera Rose accessible for passengers with reduced mobility?
A lift connects the Emerald, Ruby and Diamond decks, but the Sun Deck is accessible only by stairs. Riviera Travel states that its ships do not have wheelchair-accessible cabins, so mobility requirements should be discussed before booking.
Can children travel on MS Riviera Rose?
Children must be at least 12 years old at departure, share a cabin with an adult aged 21 or over, and be accompanied by that adult. Riviera Travel may limit the number of children on a particular cruise.