Tui to deploy first new build river ship in Portugal

Tui River Cruises’ first new-build ship is to be deployed in Portugal.

 

The 111-passenger Tui Luzia will sail on the River Douro in summer 2027 as part of the company’s largest programme.

 

The itineraries, including new ports of call in Croatia and The Netherlands, go on sale from October 16. Pre-registration is available from today (Thursday).

 

The schedule covers 35 sailings across the entire European fleet between March and October 2027.  

 

Tui Luzia, which will become the fifth ship in the company’s European fleet, will run seven-night itineraries to five destinations from Porto.

 

Accommodation of the ship will include 56 cabins including ‘Super French balcony’ cabins, balcony cabins, French balcony suites and a single cabin.

 

Meanwhile, Tui Aria will make debut calls into Zaandam while sailing on Dutch and Belgian waterways.

 

Tui Maya will visit Aljmas in Croatia as part of an ‘East Danube Delights’ itinerary.

 

A range of durations will be on offer, including short cruises tailored for first time cruisers including three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine, 11, 14 and 15 night sailings. 

 

Prices start at £899 per person for a three-night sailing on Tui Maya.

 

Head of river cruises Katy Berzins said: “We’re thrilled to introduce Tui Luzia, our first new-build ship, which will sail the stunning River Douro in Portugal – a brand-new destination for TUI River Cruises.  

 

“This marks a major milestone as we launch our biggest summer programme to date, with more itineraries, more durations, and exciting new ports of call across Europe. 

 

“From the charming villages of Croatia and The Netherlands, we’re giving guests the opportunity to explore Europe’s rivers in a way that’s more flexible, immersive and exciting than ever before.”