Rolling down the river with TUI

This next week will see the Launch of TUI’s new River Cruise Programme.

Due to start in Summer 2020, TUI is launching three ships, Tui Maya, Tui Isla and Tui Skyla, named after their close association with water and rivers. Each ship will offer between 75 & 80 cabins, ranging from standard, superior and suite class, featuring a private balcony. The ships will also have single cabins for any solo travellers.

TUI River Cruises will take delivery of the three 155-passenger vessels in October this year. They will offer seven-night adult-only itineraries along the Main, Moselle, Danube and the Rhine.

Going on sale on April 25th, passengers will be offered a choice of 19 itineraries, with a seven-night sailing starting from only £1099 per person. As with Marella Cruises, passengers will not be expected to pay Gratuities, only tipping who & when they choose to.

These sailings will be exclusively sold to the British market and depending on how successful they are, more ships may be added.

Every guest will receive a £120 credit for excursions including bike tours, cookery classes and sightseeing tours.

Each of the 3 ships will undergo a facelift before going live with TUI. Highlights include the addition of a 2nd bar,  serving coffee by day & cocktails by night. Also three restaurants including the main dining room, a lighter dining area and an alfresco bbq restaurant.  All ships will also offer an outdoor area for relaxing through the day but becoming a light entertainment venue in the evening. They will also feature Spa facilities & a  whirlpool.

Tui have said life onboard will be all about flexibility and their friendly and personal service that they’re well known for. With two packages for customers to choose from, you can go a la carte or completely casual.

Dining options are set to include al fresco dining on the top deck – as long as weather allows, along with romantic table for two or more casual dining perfect for large groups of friends and optimum socialisation.

Marella Cruises are known to mainly sail at night meaning more time to explore each port during the day and Tui River Cruises are on the same wave length. The benefit here, you’ll be able to dock in more central locations, meaning even less travel time to discover the delights of some of the world’s best cities.

Will this be on your to do list in 2020?