TUI River Cruises Announces New Douro Ship
TUI Luzia 0n the Douro images: Tui Cruises
A New Way to Cruise the Douro
TUI River Cruises has revealed plans for its largest summer programme ever, with 35 sailings across Europe in 2027. Leading the news is the arrival of T UI Luzia,the line’s first-ever purpose-built ship, which will debut on the River Douro in Portugal.
At Cruise Addicted, we think it’s great to see another line offering Douro itineraries – especially one that will likely come at a more accessible price point compared to some of the ultra-luxury lines already on the river.
Cinder Rooftop Venue images: Tui Cruises
Vinha, Portuguese dining onboard image: Tui Cruises
Meet TUI Luzia
Meaning “light” in Portuguese, TUI Luzia will carry just 111 guests across four decks.
Highlights include:
• Top deck pool & loungers for relaxed sailing days
• Novo lounge bar and new Cinder dining area for casual drinks and bites
• Wellness space with yoga by day, intimate lounge by night
• Portuguese-inspired dining at Vinha
The ship will offer seven-night round-trip sailings from Porto, with stops at UNESCO-listed towns such as Peso de Regua and Barca d’Alva, as well as a call at Vega de Terron for the Spanish city of Salamanca.
New Destinations for 2027
Novo lounge onboard TUI Luzia images: Tui Cruises
Alongside TUI Luzia, TUI River Cruises will also add new ports of call:
• Zaandam, Netherlands (on TUI Aria’s Dutch Delta Discovery)
• Aljmas, Croatia (on TUI Maya’s East Danube Delights)
And with cruises ranging from three to fifteen nights, there’s plenty of flexibility for first-timers and seasoned river cruisers alike.
The vineyards of the Douro images: Tui Cruises
When to Book
The 2027 itineraries go on sale 16 October 2025, with pre-registration available now. Prices start from £899 per person for a three-night Grand Capitals sailing.
Cruise Addicted’s Take
We love the Douro – it’s one of Europe’s most beautiful river valleys. And while the luxury lines already offer some incredible itineraries here, it’s exciting to see TUI stepping in with a fresh, good-value option. For many cruisers, this could open up the Douro experience in a way that feels more accessible without losing the magic of the destination. Can’t wait to see the light!!
If we’ve encouraged you to cruise to the Douro with Tui search for your own adventure here.
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