Travelers planning two years ahead now have a concrete reason to look at Europe’s rivers. Tauck has opened its full 2028 river cruising lineup for booking, and a new riverboat, ms Harmonie, will join the Rhône that season. The lineup also adds new itineraries through southern France, Burgundy, and the Mediterranean, so guests will have more departures to choose from. ([1])
A Second Ship for the Rhône
In 2028, ms Harmonie will sail alongside her sister ship, ms Lumière, on the Rhône. Tauck says the pairing creates more departures and more ways to experience one of Europe’s best-loved river regions.
For travelers who have wanted this route but could not match their calendars to a sailing, a second ship on the same river may widen the options. The company presents the change as a way to find a journey that suits the pace and style each guest prefers in southern France.
Three New Rhône Itineraries
Tauck is offering three new Rhône journeys for 2028, ranging from a short escape to an extended trip that connects several regions. The table below summarizes their length and focus.
| Journey | Length and cruising nights | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Essence of the Rhône | 6 days, 5 cruising nights | A quick look at the river, with spring blooms and autumn colors |
| A Week… on the Rhône | 8 days, 5 cruising nights | A river-only journey through the heart of southern France |
| Barcelona, Burgundy & the Rhône | 13 days, 9 cruising nights | Links the Mediterranean with southern France and Burgundy |
The 13-day route is the most ambitious of the three, and it marks a new step for Tauck’s river program. Barcelona is now part of its river cruise destinations, which gives the longer journey a Mediterranean starting point before it reaches Burgundy and the Rhône.
Beyond the Rhône
The Rhône is not the only river where Tauck is changing its program. A guest favorite, Rhine Enchantment, Italian Lakes to Amsterdam, returns with a fresh itinerary. The company has added a three-night stay in lakeside Lugano, giving travelers more time to explore the Italian lakes before the journey continues north.
Wellness Features and Early Booking
Select 2028 departures will include new wellness offerings. Tauck describes them as a mix of expert guidance, optional movement experiences, balanced dining, and restorative moments designed to complement the rest of the trip.
Booking is already open for the full collection, and the company urges guests to act early to secure their preferred dates and cabins. A 2028 river cruising brochure is also expected, which should give travelers a fuller picture of the sailings ahead. For those who plan far in advance, the Rhône’s expanded schedule and the arrival of ms Harmonie make the coming season one to watch.
