Riverside Luxury Cruises expands its fleet with the acquisition of the MS Bach, MS Ravel, MS Mahler and MS Debussy, originally designed and operated by Crystal Cruises.
Starting in April 2023, the company will offer luxury cruises on the Danube aboard the Riverside Mozart; the Riverside Ravel will feature cruises on the Rhône and the Saône, offering guests the chance to experience all that the South of France has to offer by sailing from Burgundy to Provence; the Riverside Debussy will sail the Rhine, showcasing dramatic cliffs, fairytale castles, ancient principalities, and glittering cities from Amsterdam to Basel; the itineraries for the Riverside Bach and the Riverside Mahler are planned for 2024 and will be announced later this year.
“We are thrilled to expand our fleet by including these historic ships,” says Gregor Gerlach, founder of Riverside Luxury Cruises. “This acquisition allows us to broaden our itinerary offerings, showcasing a level of space, personalized service, and elegance unmatched by any other river cruise line.”
Riverside Luxury Cruises will be defined not only by its crew-guest relationship, but also by its service culture. The butlers are the best example of this, going above and beyond to assist guests with everything they need, from 24-hour room service to excursions and special requests for unique experiences.
Each excursion is meticulously planned and designed to offer guests a gateway to a world of exclusive experiences. Both on land and on board, wellness experiences will be arranged to encourage guests to fully engage with the river and surrounding landscape. From a culinary perspective, Riverside Luxury Cruises aims to offer the finest cuisine and wine cellar in the world, emphasizing the freshness and quality of all ingredients served on board. Each ship will feature a crew of highly trained sommeliers, with access to select regional and international wines, as well as some of the finest spirits available, boasting a wine cellar that rivals even the best restaurants on land.
