Riviera Travel Launches Innovative New Five-Star Ship, Riviera Rose, on Portugal’s Douro River

Riviera Travel, the leader in ultra-premium river cruise, ocean yachts, and land global travel for more than 40 years, has welcomed the arrival of its newest five-star river cruise ship. Riviera Rose set sail today on her maiden voyage along Portugal’s enchanting Douro River, taking guests on the Highlights of the Douro Valley & Salamanca River Cruise itinerary. The innovative 114-passenger ship is the first to debut Riviera Travel’s new split-level design, marking the beginning of a new generation of Riviera river cruise ships.

“We are thrilled to welcome guests onboard our new Riviera Rose, offering an exceptional river cruise experience along the Douro,” said Stuart Milan, president of North America for Riviera Travel. “As the newest ship to join our feet, Riviera Rose represents an exciting new chapter for Riviera Travel, as we introduce contemporary new design elements and signature experiences that underscore our commitment to providing guests with memorable journeys through Europe’s most iconic waterways.”

Riviera Rose’s split-level design creates a bright, open atmosphere for guests, with skylights spanning the ceiling and filling the ship with natural light, complemented by a panoramic lounge overlooking the main restaurant. Guests can enjoy a tasteful culinary experience at the onboard restaurant, which comfortably accommodates all passengers in a single sitting. Breakfast in the main restaurant is available buffet-style or made to order, with more than 60 options, including new additions like pancakes and waffles. Dinner offers a three-course menu blending international favorites with regional specialties inspired by the Douro Valley, crafted with ingredients sourced from local markets.

The ship’s sun deck is the ideal setting to watch the riverbanks drift by en route to the next destination. Guests can relax in the pool or unwind in a lounge chair while sailing through the Douro Valley. Also located on the sun deck, the Sky Lounge features relaxed al fresco dining and a full bar. Guests can take advantage of Riviera Travel’s enhanced drinks package - now included on all 2025 departures - with unlimited beverages during lunch and from 6 p.m. to midnight.

Riviera Rose features 57 cabins spread across three decks, each designed for comfort and convenience. Every cabin includes convertible double-to-twin beds, a bathroom with a rain shower, a desk and chair, a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, a coffee machine and a tea kettle. Balcony suites offer 258-square-feet of space, complete with sliding glass doors leading to an outdoor seating area. The ship’s standard cabins are 172-square-feet and include a French balcony and an indoor seating area. Cabins on the lower deck have fixed windows.

Riviera Rose will sail two distinctive itineraries, the seven-night Highlights of the Douro Valley & Salamanca River Cruise and the 10-night Highlights of the Douro Valley & Salamanca with Lisbon Extension. The latter includes the addition of a fully escorted three-night extension in Lisbon following the cruise. In addition to discovering the highlights of Lisbon, the itinerary includes a day trip to the ancient city of Coimbra and to Fátima, which was an unremarkable small town until 1917 when it emerged as an important Catholic pilgrimage site. The extension concludes with a visit to the romantic 19th-century Pena Palace and other iconic landmarks in Sintra.

For information or to book a river cruise, call 888-838-8820, email info@rivieratravel.com,

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