1-800-342-0019 Speak to a River Cruise Expert

MS Esplanade

Built-in 2003, the MS Esplanade is a 5-star accommodation. With a maximum capacity of 145 passengers, this ship features 55 Deluxe cabins, 15 Executive cabins, and 2 Presidential suites that are fitted with panoramic windows.
    • 2003

    • Built Year
    • 145

    • Pax Capacity
    • 15

    • Suites

Sailings

Ship Information


  • Maiden Voyage: 2003
  • Passenger Capacity: 145
  • Staterooms: 55
  • Suites: 15

Dining

As specified in each itinerary. Meals are based on the hotel's or restaurant's buffet or set menu. In general, beverages are not included, unless specifically stated. Although Gate 1 cannot make guarantees, every effort will be made to honor special dietary requests submitted in writing at least 72 hours prior to departure.

Age Restrictions

All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age for children on escorted tours is 8. Minimum age on Discovery Tours is 12. Minimum age for European River Cruise programs is 16. Minimum age for game drives in Kruger National Park (South Africa) is 12. Minimum age for Uganda programs is 15. Minimum age for Norwegian Cruise Line® is 6 months old and to sail unaccompanied by an adult is 21 years of age. There is no minimum age on independent packages except for the Beijing & Shanghai special programs which have a minimum age of 5. Discounts for children sharing a room as third may apply to children under 12. Most hotels do not permit children under 18 to occupy a room without an adult. Accompanying adults are responsible for the safety of their children including to provide any necessary safety equipment (such as infant/child seats) where appropriate. Please note that many countries have adopted practices to prevent international abductions of children. If a person under the age of 18 years will be travelling with an adult other than his/her parents, or with only one parent, a notarized letter written by the parents, or non-travelling parent, granting authorization to travel, including the dates of travel should be carried.

Tipping

Complete tipping guidelines are provided with final travel documents and on each program's website presentation, Trip Preparation/At Your Destination section.

Cabins

Category E
Square Footage: 215

Category E

Outside Deluxe Cabin that included LED TV set with satellite channels, safe, mini bar, individually controlled air conditioning and internet connection. Located on the Main Deck.




Category D
Square Footage: 215

Category D

Outside Deluxe Cabin that included LED TV set with satellite channels, safe, mini bar, individually controlled air conditioning and internet connection. Located on the Nostalgie Deck.




Category C
Square Footage: 215

Category C

Outside Deluxe Cabin that included LED TV set with satellite channels, safe, mini bar, individually controlled air conditioning and internet connection. Located on the Nostalgie Deck.




Category B
Square Footage: 215

Category B

Outside Deluxe Cabin that included LED TV set with satellite channels, safe, mini bar, individually controlled air conditioning and internet connection. Located on the Upper Deck.




Category A
Square Footage: 215

Category A

Outside Deluxe Cabin that included LED TV set with satellite channels, safe, mini bar, individually controlled air conditioning and internet connection. Located on the Upper Cabin.




Category X
Square Footage: 215

Category X

Outside Executive Cabin that included LED TV set with satellite channels, safe, mini bar, individually controlled air conditioning and internet connection. Located on the Upper Deck.




Life on Board

Recreation

Restaurant

The Belle Vue Restaurant is located on the Nile Deck.

Recreation

Plaisir Lounge

The lounge is located on the Main Deck.

Recreation

Pool

The pool is located on the Sun Deck.

Recreation

Spa

The spa is located on the Nile Deck.


AffordableTours.com BBB Business Review

Better Business Bureau

AffordableTours.com is a proud recipient of the Better Business Bureau (BBB) awards 2006-2022 with A+ Rating.

It Pays To Refer! Earn Up To $200!

It's simple: Sign up your friends, family, and anyone to us and when they book you will receive an American Express gift card worth up to $200 in the mail for simply referring.

Read More

Get discounts by Email!