MS Porto Mirante christened ahead of Riviera Travel debut
The latest addition to Riviera Travel’s river cruise fleet has been christened in Dusseldorf.
Representatives from Riviera were at the ceremony, along with primary shipping partner Scylla to see MS Porto Mirante named.
The 118-guest MS Porto Mirante will depart on its maiden river cruise on July 11, 2024.
It features 59 cabins, a sun deck with splash pool, atrium bar and lounge area with floor-to-ceiling windows,
There is also on-board fitness centre.
The ship will sail a seven-night ‘Highlights of the Douro Valley & Salamanca’ itinerary.
This includes a guided tour of Porto’s Old Town, and visits to the Mateus Palace gardens, Castelo Rodrigo and Lamego.
There is a choice of a tour to Guimarães or a port wine cellar visit in Porto.
Also included is a tour to Salamanca with lunch and flamenco show, a wine-tasting with dinner, as well as a rustic lunch and tasting at a Quinta.
Ten departures are available from July to October.
Prices start from £2199pp.
MS Porto Mirante is the sister ship to the forthcoming Riviera Rose, one of two new vessels launching in 2025.
The 114-guest Riviera Rose and 178-guest Riviera Radiance will feature several firsts, including bearing the Riviera name on their bows.
Riviera Rose will offer 57 cabins across three decks, including four Balcony Suites with outside seating.
On Riviera Radiance, the 32sqm Grand Suites will be the largest offered by the operator.
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