About the Douro class
Generic naming for purpose-built Portuguese Douro hulls. Maximum length 80 metres to fit the river's locks, three guest decks, and shallow draft for the river's variable summer levels.
The Douro hull is operated by 2 operators in the river-cruise market. Across the class, 3 vessels have been delivered, the first in 2013 and the most recent in 2019. Each ship in the list below has its own profile page with deck plan, cabin categories and current itineraries.
Operators of the Douro class
Founded 2002
AmaWaterways
Boutique river ships with twin balconies and onboard bicycles.
Founded 1925
Tauck
Family-owned American operator with multi-generational departures.
Full fleet — every Douro in service
| Ship | Cruise line | Launched |
|---|---|---|
| AmaVida | AmaWaterways | 2013 |
| ms Andorinha | Tauck | 2018 |
| AmaDouro | AmaWaterways | 2019 |