Embarkation: Check-in

Upon arrival, please feel free to wait comfortably in the Lounge until you can be checked in at Reception. Afterwards, the crew will escort you to your cabin.

Embarkation: Safety Briefing, Welcome and Orientation

Gather for a mandatory safety briefing with your Captain and meet your Cruise Director and Tauck team for an introduction to the ship, its facilities, and life aboard.

Embarkation: Dietary Meeting with the Maître D'

Meet our Maître D', Tauck Director and Chef for your dietary concerns and food allergies. Also let us know if you are celebrating a special event.

Dining: à la carte Dinner

Open-seating, à la carte dinner is served in the Compass Rose.

BASEL, SWITZERLAND

DOCKING LOCATION

Entre os Rios, Portugal (AM)

Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal (PM)

WEATHER

Precip: 20 %
Low: 47 °F I 8 °C High: 67 °F I 16 °C

ALL ABOARD!

The ship will remain docked overnight.

YELLOW GUEST INFORMATION FORMS

Please return your completed yellow Guest Information Form to the basket on Tea's Cruise Director Travel Desk, before bed tonight.

Please double check your departure details and confirm they are correct as your post tour transfers will be based on this information.

 Thank you!!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

These are kept to a minimum, especially in the afternoons and evenings, so that we do not disturb you while resting. Please refer to your daily program for events. Feel free to arrange a wake up call!

ARTHUR’S BISTRO

Here you will find 24-hour tea, hot chocolate and coffee, delicious cookies, and healthy snacks. In the morning, enjoy a light continental breakfast offering, and during the day, enjoy casual a la carte dining. In the evening between 6:00 pm and 10:00 pm, Arthur's is available for a sharing-style dining experience or a la carte service. Bar service is available on request. No reservations are required in Arthur's.

BICYCLES / GOLF PUTTERS

See the Reception Desk to use. We have a fleet of low-step-through,21-gear bicycles with handbrakes. Please note a waiver must be signed for the bikes and the provided helmets must be worn.

FITNESS ROOM

Open 24/7, Deck 1. Out of respect for your fellow guests, please refrain from walking or jogging on the Sun Deck after 9:00pm and before 9:00am. Guests must be over the age of 18 or accompanied by an adult to use the fitness center. 

IN-CABIN SAFE

There are instructions for programming your cabin safe located IN the safe itself. Call the Reception Desk (dial 9) for further assistance.

LAUNDRY

Find the services list and laundry bag in the bottom drawer in your cabin closet. Call the Reception Desk or ask your room attendant about pick-up.

LISTENING DEVICES

Please make sure your “VOX” – personal audio device – is placed in the charger in your cabin. Make sure it remains in the charger overnight throughout the tour.  Earpieces are available at the Tauck Travel Desk. Please bring your listening device - "VOX" - every day for the tour, unless we tell you not to.  

LUGGAGE STORAGE

There is space to store your luggage under your bed. Ask your cabin attendant if you require assistance.

MASSAGE 

See the Reception Desk for details and appointments.

ONBOARD SAFETY VIDEO

While unpacking your belongings please be sure to view our Safety Video on your cabin television - Channel 4. We will play the video continuously throughout the cruise. If you have any further questions regarding safety procedures please see the Reception Desk.

RECEPTION

The Reception Desk is open everyday from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Please dial 9 in order to contact the night watch outside of these hours. Wake-up calls are available upon request. 

REFRESHMENTS

A cold-water dispenser is located on the Deck 2, foyer, beside the public washrooms. Tauck provides a reusable water bottle in your cabin for use throughout the tour and to take home with you. Snacks are available at anytime, anywhere on the ship, via our "Bite to Eat" menu which can be found in the black folder in your cabin. Order at the bar or by dialing the Reception (dial 9. Available until 11:00 pm.

SHIP SECURITY

All exterior ship doors are locked at all times when docked. Place your cabin keycard against the black sensor pad beside the jamb to open. Please always swipe your keycard on the Tauck Sensor Stand by the doors so that we know who is on and offboard at all times. Additionally, for your stateroom security, ensure that your balcony doors are shut and locked at all times when you leave your stateroom.

TELEPHONE

Room to room – simply dial the cabin number. For an international line please contact the Reception Desk (dial 9) for an outside line. 1,00 euro/minute.