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MS Andorinha

MS Andorinha has been specifically designed for cruising Portugal’s golden Douro River; the newly built 80-meter (263-foot) custom Douro riverboat sports a deck plan optimized…

About MS Andorinha

MS Andorinha has been specifically designed for cruising Portugal’s golden Douro River; the newly built 80-meter (263-foot) custom Douro riverboat sports a deck plan optimized for the utmost in spaciousness. The ship boasts 12 spacious 300-square-foot Tauck Suites, 20 225-square-foot cabins, six 200-square-foot cabins, and four 150-square foot cabins.

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Ship Facts

Launch yearLanguageLengthWidthCurrencySpeedCapacityCrew countDeck countCabin countElectrical plugs
2020en80 meters12 metersEUR11 knots8436442 types:
US 2 Pin 110v
EU 2 Pin 220v
adapters provided:
false

Accommodation

Category 3, 4 & 5 cabins have floor-to-ceiling windows with real French balconies. All cabins are equipped with in-room movies, minibar, adjustable climate control, private bathroom with pampering toiletries.

Cabin beds are fitted with 400-thread satin bed linen, mako cotton pillows, 100% cotton blankets and thick pillow top mattresses. A variety of custom bath products are provided along with terry cloth robes, towels and hair dryers.

  • 110-volt and 220-volt outlets included in every cabin for small electronics; minibar stocked with complimentary water and soft drinks
  • All bathrooms feature amenities from the renowned Portuguese soap manufacturer Portus Castelbel.
  • Complimentary Internet & Email available 
  • American breakfast room service available in Category 5 Tauck Suites

Category 5 Diamond Deck

2 European twin beds that can slide together; 200 cm x 180 cm (two beds 200 cm x 90 cm each when separate); 79" x 71" (two beds 79" x 35"); 4 pieces of luggage can be stored under beds

Stateroom Furnishings:

Pull-out sleeping sofa 190 cm x 110 cm – 75" x 43", 1 Armchair, 1 Stool, 1 Table, 2 Nightstands, Closet, Mirrors

Private Bathroom:

Yes, with shower

Bathroom Amenities:

Bathrobes & Slippers (2 per suite), One Sink, Outlet for Electric Shaver - 220 v only in bathroom, Shower Cap, Soap, Lotion, Shower Gel, Conditioner

Stateroom Amenities:

220v above nightstands and desk, 110V above dresser, Flat Screen TV with Remote Control, Hair dryer, Individually Controlled Heating and A/C, International Direct Dial Telephone, iPod Dock with Alarm Clock, Mini-Bar/Refrigerator, Nespresso machine, Safe, Shoe Polish Towels, Wine Glasses, Cat 5 ONLY: Room-service breakfast featuring continental breakfast with eggs, a shipboard credit (one per stateroom) is provided to be used onboard for spa services, gift shop purchases, etc

Facilities

  • Double or Twin Configuration
  • Shower
  • Toiletries Provided
  • Room Service Available
  • Mini Bar (Additional Cost)
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Sofa Bed
  • TV
  • Media/Entertainment Station
  • Coffee Machine
  • Air Conditioning

Category 4 Diamond Deck

2 European twin beds that can slide together; 200 cm x 160 cm (two beds 200 cm x 80 cm each when separate); 79" x 63" (two beds 79" x 31.5"); 4 pieces of luggage can be stored under beds

Stateroom Furnishings:

1 Table, 2 Armchairs, 2 Nightstands, Closet, Mirrors

Private Bathroom:

Yes, with shower

Bathroom Amenities:

Bathrobes & Slippers (2 per cabin), One Sink, Outlet for Electric Shaver - 220 v only in bathroom, Shower Cap, Soap, Lotion, Shower Gel, Conditioner, Towels & Washcloths

Stateroom Amenities:

Flat Screen TV with Remote Control, Hair dryer, Individually Controlled Heating and A/C, International Direct Dial Telephone, iPod Dock with Alarm Clock, Mini-Bar/Refrigerator, Nespresso machine, Outlets: 220v above nightstands and desk, 110V above dresser, Safe, Shoe Polish Towels, Wine Glasses

Facilities

  • Double or Twin Configuration
  • Shower
  • Toiletries Provided
  • Mini Bar (Additional Cost)
  • TV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Lounge Area
  • Media/Entertainment Station
  • Coffee Machine
  • Air Conditioning

Category 3 Ruby Deck

2 European twin beds that can slide together; 200 cm x 160 cm (two beds 200 cm x 80 cm each when separate); 79" x 63" (two beds 79" x 31.5"); 4 pieces of luggage can be stored under beds

Stateroom Furnishings:

1 Table, 2 Armchairs, 2 Nightstands, Closet, Mirrors

Private Bathroom:

Yes, with shower

Bathroom Amenities:

Bathrobes & Slippers (2 per cabin), One Sink, Outlet for Electric Shaver - 220 v only in bathroom, Shower Cap, Soap, Lotion, Shower Gel, Conditioner, Towels & Washcloths

Stateroom Amenities:

Flat Screen TV with Remote Control, Hair dryer, Individually Controlled Heating and A/C, International Direct Dial Telephone, iPod Dock with Alarm Clock, Mini-Bar/Refrigerator, Nespresso machine, Outlets: 220v above nightstands and desk, 110V above dresser, Safe, Shoe Polish Towels, Wine Glasses

Facilities

  • Double or Twin Configuration
  • Shower
  • Toiletries Provided
  • Mini Bar (Additional Cost)
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Lounge Area
  • TV
  • Media/Entertainment Station
  • Coffee Machine
  • Air Conditioning

Category 2 Emerald Deck

2 European twin beds that can slide together; 200 cm x 156 cm (two beds 200 cm x 78 cm each when separate); 79" x 61" (two beds 79" x 31"); 4 pieces of luggage can be stored under beds

Stateroom Furnishings:

1 Side Table, 2 Chairs, 2 Nightstands, 1 Desk, 1 Stool, Mirrors

Private Bathroom:

Yes, with shower

Bathroom Amenities:

Bathrobes & Slippers (2 per cabin), One Sink, Outlet for Electric Shaver - 220 v only in bathroom, Shower Cap, Soap, Lotion, Shower Gel, Conditioner

Stateroom Amenities:

Flat Screen TV with Remote Control, Hair Dryer, Individually Controlled Heating and A/C, International Direct Dial Telephone, iPod Dock with Alarm Clock, Mini-Bar/Refrigerator, Nespresso machine, Outlets: 220v outlets above nightstands and desk, 110V above desk, Safe, Shoe Polish Towels, Wine Glasses

Facilities

  • Double or Twin Configuration
  • Shower
  • Toiletries Provided
  • Mini Bar (Additional Cost)
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Lounge Area
  • TV
  • Media/Entertainment Station
  • Coffee Machine
  • Air Conditioning

Category 1 Emerald Deck

2 European twin beds that can slide together; 200 cm x 150 cm (two beds 200 cm x 75 cm each when separate); 79" x 59" (two beds 79" x 29.5"); 4 pieces of luggage can be stored under beds

Stateroom Furnishings:

1 Chair, 2 Nightstands, 1 Desk, Closet, Mirrors

Private Bathroom:

Yes, with shower

Bathroom Amenities:

Towels, Washcloths, Bathrobes & Slippers (2 per cabin), One Sink, Outlet for Electric Shaver (220v only in bathroom), Shower Cap, Soap, lotion, shower gel, conditioner

Stateroom Amenities:

Flat Screen TV with Remote Control, Hair dryer, Individually Controlled Heating and A/C, International Direct Dial Telephone, iPod Dock with Alarm Clock, Mini-Bar/Refrigerator, Nespresso machine, Outlets: 220v above nightstands and desk, 110V above desk, Safe, Shoe Polish Towels, Wine Glasses

Facilities

  • Double or Twin Configuration
  • Shower
  • Toiletries Provided
  • Mini Bar (Additional Cost)
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Lounge Area
  • TV
  • Media/Entertainment Station
  • Coffee Machine
  • Air Conditioning

Entertainment

  • Unlimited complimentary beverages aboard ship include regional wine, beer and premium spirits in addition to specialty coffee, water and soft drinks
  • Onboard entertainment includes enrichment lectures, piano music nightly, in-room movies, culinary demos, local entertainment and "themed" fun
  • Small Swimming Pool on Sun Deck

Bar

The Bar can be found on the Diamond Deck.

Top Deck Bar

The Top Deck Bar can be found on the Sun Deck.

Pool

The Pool can be found on the Sun Deck.

Panorama Lounge

Located on the Diamond Deck

Dining

Arthur's Bistro

Located on the Sun Deck

The Compass Rose

Located on the Ruby Deck

Enrichment

Onboard entertainment includes enrichment lectures, piano music nightly, in-room movies, culinary demos, local entertainment and "themed" fun

Onboard Bicycles

Looking for something different during free time ashore? Your Tauck riverboat is equipped with bicycles that you and your companions can use for independent exploration along the riverside, past lush vineyards, through a historic village or wherever your heart takes you.

Health & Fitness

Fitness Centre

Stay in shape throughout your cruise by making workout sessions in our onboard fitness centre a regular part of your shipboard routine. The riverboat’s compact, efficient gym features treadmills, stationary bicycles, weights, stretch bands and yoga mats. 

Deckplans

Sun Deck

  • Arthur's
  • Bar
  • Pool

Diamond Deck

  • Panorama Lounge
  • Bar
  • Category 4 Staterooms
  • Category 5 Staterooms

Ruby Deck

  • The Compass Rose
  • Kitchen
  • Category 3 Staterooms

Emerald Deck

  • Category 1 Cabin
  • Category 2 Cabins

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