Signature highlights
Tauck’s Inspiration Class riverboat with a relatively low guest count, spacious public areas, a Sun Deck Jacuzzi, putting green, fitness center, and bicycles for shore use.
Ms Inspire
Ms Inspire is a 130-guest Tauck cruise ship, in service since 2013. This page lists 34 upcoming departures across 12 itineraries, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
✓ Couples wanting spacious river-cruise accommodations
✓ Travelers who value included dining and beverages
✓ Guests who enjoy relaxed lounge and sun-deck spaces
Ms Inspire at a glance
Best for
- Couples wanting spacious river-cruise accommodations
- Travelers who value included dining and beverages
- Guests who enjoy relaxed lounge and sun-deck spaces
- Passengers seeking a small ship with a fitness and spa area
Think twice if you want
- Travelers wanting dedicated kids facilities
- Guests seeking multiple specialty restaurants
- Passengers requiring sun-deck elevator access
- Travelers who prefer large entertainment venues
Live Position ● 40 minutes ago
Heading to: AmsterdamCurrently on: Rhine Enchantment, Milan to Amsterdam (7 nights)
Full port route isn't linked for this sailing yet.
2.0 knots
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About Ms Inspire
ms Inspire is a 135-meter Tauck riverboat designed for intimate European cruising, with space for up to 130 guests and 67 cabins. Its layout emphasizes spacious accommodations, including 22 Tauck Suites and eight loft cabins with two-level windows. Guests can use the Sun Deck Jacuzzi and putting green, fitness facilities, onboard bicycles, and multiple dining and entertainment venues. The ship cruises exclusively for Tauck and was renovated in 2020.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Tauck
- Builder / shipyard
- Vahali Shipyard, Belgrade, Serbia; completed by Da-Capo, Hardinxveld-Giessendam, Netherlands
- Registry / flag
- Switzerland (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- HE7571
- MMSI
- 269057571
- Draft
- 1.2 m
- Previous names
- VIVA Inspire (marketing name used during a 2021 VIVA Cruises charter)
Onboard Experience
For families
The ship accommodates families but is primarily designed around upscale small-group river cruising. Some Category 7 suites can sleep three guests using a pull-out couch.
Pools, spa & wellness
Facilities include a fitness center, Sun Deck Jacuzzi, putting green, and massage services.
Accessibility
An elevator serves the passenger decks but not the Sun Deck. Accessibility details should be confirmed with Tauck before booking because the ship is a river vessel with varied deck access.
Environmental features
No specific ship-level sustainability certification or emissions specification was identified in the reviewed sources.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 4 · Sun Deck
Putting Green Sun DeckDeck 3 · Diamond Deck
Arthur's Panorama Lounge & Bar Bar Balcony Stateroom, 190-225 sq ft Tauck SuiteDeck 2 · Ruby Deck
The Compass Rose Kitchen Balcony Stateroom, 150 sq ft Loft Balcony Stateroom Balcony Stateroom, 190 sq ft Balcony Stateroom, 190-225 sq ft Balcony Stateroom, 225 sq ftDeck 1 · Emerald Deck
Riverview Stateroom Loft Balcony StateroomCabins & suites
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverview StateroomTauck Category 1; two fixed windows; no balcony. | Oceanview | 6 | 150 sq ft | 2 | 1 |
| Balcony Stateroom, 150 sq ftTauck Category 2. | Balcony | 3 | 150 sq ft | 2 | 2 |
| Loft Balcony StateroomTauck Category 3; split-level cabins extending from Emerald Deck to Ruby Deck. | Balcony | 8 | 225 sq ft | 2 | 1, 2 |
| Balcony Stateroom, 190 sq ftTauck Category 4. | Balcony | — | 190 sq ft | 2 | 2 |
Dining, bars & venues
6 included 3 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
The Compass Rose
Included
The main dining room offers open seating and flexible dining times.
Arthur's
Included
The casual dining venue serves lighter breakfast and classic lunch and dinner dishes.
Bars & lounges
Panorama Lounge & Bar
Included
The lounge provides seating, evening drinks and nightly piano music.
History & sister ships
- 2013Entered service, built by Vahali Shipyard, Belgrade, Serbia; completed by Da-Capo, Hardinxveld-Giessendam, Netherlands.
- 2020Tauck lists ms Inspire as renovated in 2020; the operator does not specify the individual changes.
Other Inspiration Class ships
Where Ms Inspire sails, month by month
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| Mediterranean | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Other / multi-region | 1 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
Explore This Ship
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Itineraries & Sailings
7 Nights
Autumn Along the Rhine: Munich's Oktoberfest
Next: Sep 15, 2027
1 upcoming departure
8 Nights
Belgium & Holland in Spring
Next: Mar 26, 2027
5 upcoming departures
7 Nights
Castles on the Rhine: Family Riverboat Adventure
Next: Jun 16, 2027
6 upcoming departures
7 Nights
Christmas Markets Along the Rhine
Next: Nov 24, 2027
4 upcoming departures
7 Nights
Christmas Markets Along the Rhine
Next: Nov 25, 2026
4 upcoming departures
7 Nights
Heart of Belgium & Holland
Next: Jun 2, 2027
2 upcoming departures
7 Nights
Rhine Connoisseur: Brussels to Montreux
Next: May 24, 2027
4 upcoming departures
Next: May 8, 2027
4 upcoming departures
Next: Oct 28, 2026
1 upcoming departure
All 12 itineraries and their departure dates
- Autumn Along the Rhine: Munich's Oktoberfest 15 Sep 2027
- Belgium & Holland in Spring 26 Mar 2027, 3 Apr 2027, 11 Apr 2027, 19 Apr 2027, 27 Apr 2027
- Castles on the Rhine: Family Riverboat Adventure 16 Jun 2027, 23 Jun 2027, 30 Jun 2027, 7 Jul 2027, 14 Jul 2027, 21 Jul 2027
- Christmas Markets Along the Rhine 24 Nov 2027, 1 Dec 2027, 8 Dec 2027, 15 Dec 2027
- Christmas Markets Along the Rhine 25 Nov 2026, 2 Dec 2026, 9 Dec 2026, 16 Dec 2026
- Heart of Belgium & Holland 2 Jun 2027, 20 Oct 2027
- Rhine Connoisseur: Brussels to Montreux 24 May 2027, 9 Aug 2027, 18 Aug 2027, 11 Oct 2027
- Rhine Enchantment, Milan to Amsterdam 8 May 2027, 22 May 2027, 7 Aug 2027, 4 Sep 2027
- Rhine Enchantment, Milan to Amsterdam 28 Oct 2026
- The Rhine and Moselle 29 Sep 2027
- The Romantic Rhine: Amsterdam to Basel 9 Jun 2027
- The Romantic Rhine: Amsterdam to Basel 21 Oct 2026
All Upcoming Departures
Ms Inspire FAQ
What flag does Ms Inspire sail under?
Ms Inspire is registered in Switzerland.
How many passengers does Ms Inspire hold?
Ms Inspire carries about 130 guests with roughly 50 crew.
How old is Ms Inspire?
Ms Inspire entered service in 2013 and was last refurbished in 2020.
What is the dress code on ms Inspire?
Evening dress is resort casual. Tauck advises slacks and collared shirts for men and slacks, a dress, or a skirt and blouse for women; shorts, T-shirts, flip-flops and sneakers are discouraged during dinner and evening hours.
What dining is included on ms Inspire?
The Compass Rose and Arthur's are included dining venues. Tauck also includes snacks and al fresco dining on the Sun Deck when weather permits.
Are gratuities included on ms Inspire?
Tauck includes customary gratuities for the ship staff, Tauck Cruise Director, Tauck Directors, local guides and motor-coach drivers on European river cruises.
Is Wi-Fi included on ms Inspire?
Complimentary Internet and email are available aboard the ship. Tauck notes that service levels may vary.
Is ms Inspire accessible for passengers with limited mobility?
An elevator serves the Emerald, Ruby and Diamond decks but not the Sun Deck. Tauck advises that riverboats may have mobility limitations, and standard cabins are not designed as barrier-free accessible cabins.
Does ms Inspire have kids facilities?
No dedicated kids facility is named in the ship materials reviewed. The ship does offer bicycles for use ashore and some Tauck itineraries are designed for families.