Tauck | 2026 New River Ships
Experience France in unparalleled luxury aboard Tauck’s brand-new riverboats, the ms Serene and ms Lumière, launching in 2026. Thoughtfully designed to immerse guests in the beauty and culture of their destinations, these custom-built ships will redefine river cruising on the Seine and Rhône. Named from over 1,000 guest and advisor submissions, the ms Serene embodies the tranquility of the Seine, echoing the spirit of Impressionist masterpieces, while the ms Lumière captures the warmth and radiance of the Rhône. With elegant accommodations—just 124 guests on the 410-ft. ms Serene and 130 guests on the 443-ft. ms Lumière—Tauck’s new riverboats promise an intimate, sophisticated journey through France’s most scenic waterways.
AAA Member Benefits and Special Offers:
Features of ms Serene & ms Lumiere
Small is big aboard Tauck's new ships, with more space per guest on Europe's rivers
A new wellness retreat for onboard relaxation and rejuvenation
A new swimming pool and full-service bar and dining on the Sun Deck
Introducing Tauck's reimagined bistro, Arthur's
Experience Tauck's New Ships on the Following River Cruises:
Bordeaux, Paris & The Seine
11 Days | April - November | Bordeaux to Paris
Rendezvous on the Seine
10 Days | May - October | Roundtrip Paris
Cruising the Seine, plus Paris & London
12 Days | April - May, July - October | London to Paris
Savoring France: Paris, Lyon & Provence
10 Days | March, May - October | Paris to Lyon
French Escapade: Paris to the Riviera
14 Days | April, May, July - October | Paris to Nice
La Belle Vie: The Rhone, Geneva & the Riviera
14 Days | April, May, July - October | Marseilles to Geneva
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