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Thursday OCT 2, 2025
Dining: Light Breakfast
Arthur's
6:00 AM - 10:00 AM
For early risers, light continental breakfast at Arthur's Bistro.
Dining: Full Breakfast
The Compass Rose
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Enjoy a full breakfast service in the Compass Rose dining room.
Visit the Melk Abbey
Tour
9:30 AM
Tour one of the world's most famous monasteries with our onsite guides. Photograpphy is not permitted inside the abbey. You may take a shuttle back to the ship or return on foot. Allow about 30 minutes for the walk through the quaint village of Melk to the ship. Ask your Tauck Team for easy directions.
Shuttle to Back to Ship
Transportation
11:30 AM
Dining: Lunch Onboard
The Compass Rose
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Ship Leaves Melk
Ship
1:15 PM
River Commentary: Wachau Valley
Ship
1:15 PM - 2:00 PM
Join your Tauck Directors on the sundeck for informative commentary and stories as we sail through the scenic fruit-tree and grape-vine lined Wachau Valley. We will also broadcast in the lounge and over the info channel.
Ship Arrives Dürnstein
Ship
2:45 PM
Excursion Choice: Dürnstein Walking Tour
Tour
3:00 PM
Participate in a guided walking tour of scenic Dürnstein, medieval town famed for the capture and imprisonment of Richard the Lionhart in 1192.
Optional Excursion: Tauck Fit Hike to Kuenringerburg Ruins
Tour
4:15 PM
Join your Tauck Director for this optional hike to Kuenringerburg ruins where Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned. This is a vigorous uphill climb of approximately 30 minutes on a dirt trail. Steep and often slippery terrain with loose gravel. Sturdy shoes are required.
Excursion: Wachau Wine Tasting
Tour
4:30 PM
Join us at a local winery to sample the famous wines of the Wachau. Please bring your voxes.
Social Hour
Panorama Lounge
6:00 PM
Join your fellow travelers in the Panorama lounge for our daily social hour.
Discovery Briefing
Panorama Lounge
6:45 PM
Each day your Tauck Directors will cover the following day's program in detail and be available to answer questions.
Ship Leaves Durnstein
Ship
7:00 PM
Dining: Open-Seating Dinner
The Compass Rose
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Come and dine at your leisure any time during the hours specified. Dress is resort casual.
1920's theme Dance Party
Panorama Lounge
9:00 PM
1920's theme dance party with MS Joy Crew
Important Info
Thursday OCT 2, 2025

Excursion: Wachau Wine Tasting

Join us at a local winery to sample the famous wines of the Wachau. Please bring your voxes.

DAY 1

WACHAU VALLEY, AUSTRIA

DOCKING LOCATION

Entre os Rios, Portugal (AM)

Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal (PM)

WEATHER

 

Chance of Rain

 

Precipitation: 30 %

High of 50 °F // 10 °C 

 

 

IMPORTANT DETAILS:
Ship: MS Joy

Phone: +31 655 453 853

Cruise Director: Abraham Haq

Hotel Manager:Nebojsa Milosevic

Captain: Alexandru Morinecu

ALL  ABOARD!

12:45pm

EXCURSION CHOICE: DURNSTEIN WALKING TOUR

Join us in a guided walking tour of scenic Durnstein. A medieval town famed for the capture and imprisonment of Richard the Lionheart in 1192.

KUENRINGERN CASTLE RUINS HIKE

Join you Tauck Director on a hike to the Castle ruins above the town of Dürnstein. This rigorous hike required participants to be in good physical condition. Allow approximately 30minutes for the hike up. You shall be rewarded with commanding views of the Wachau Valley. Please wear appropriate athletic shoe wear. This hike is weather dependant.

ONBOARD ACTIVITY: 1920's DANCE PARTY

Come and taste one of our prohibition cocktails, and dance the night away to your favorite tunes, starting from the roaring 20's. Our MS Joy and Tauck Team will join in for this fantastic night, celebrating Tauck's centennial.

 

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.

 

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. Bar service is available on request. 

 

BICYCLES / GOLF PUTTERS

We have a fleet of low-step-through, 7-gear bicycles with handbrakes. Please note a waiver must be signed for the bikes and the provided helmets must be worn. There is a putting green on the Sun Deck, aft. See the Reception Desk to reserve a bike or collect golf putters and balls.

 

FITNESS ROOM

Open 6:00am - 10:00pm, Deck 1. Out of respect for your fellow guests, please refrain from jogging on the Sun Deck. 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 on the door of your safe. Call the Reception Desk (dial 9) for further assistance.

 

INTERNET

Please bring your devices to Reception to be connected to our complimentary internet service. Please connect to the TauckSpot_Savor wifi system and enter the code TauckSpot and when you have the page showing a QR code please bring your device to reception to be scanned and activated.

 

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

Be sure your “Vox” – personal audio device – is in the charger in your cabin. Please be sure it remains in the charger overnight throughout the tour.  Extra earpieces are available at the Travel Desk.  

 

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.

 

MEDICATION ONBOARD

Due to local laws, onboard staff are not permitted to provide/sell medication to passengers, even over-the-counter medication.  Your Tauck Team can assist you in locating a pharmacy.

ONBOARD INCIDENTALS

Please take a moment to register your credit card at the Reception Desk between 9am and 9pm to settle any onboard incidentals you may have incurred throughout the tour.

 

ONBOARD SAFETY VIDEO

Please 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 reception staff (or the night watch outside of these hours). Wake-up calls are available upon request. 

 

REFRESHMENTS

A water / ice 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. Additionally, snacks are available at any time, 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.

 

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 with the reception or the sensors 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 for an outside line (dial 9). 1.00€ per minute.

Opening Hours
Bar

Panorama Lounge
9:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Entertainment

Sun Deck
6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Tour
6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Guest Services

Reception Desk
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Main Venues

Arthur's
6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Panorama Lounge
9:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Ship
6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
The Compass Rose
6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Tour
6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Transportation
6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Restaurant

Arthur's
6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
The Compass Rose
6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Tauck Guest Services

Transportation
6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Thursday
OCT 2, 2025
Dining: Light Breakfast
Arthur's
6:00 AM - 10:00 AM
For early risers, light continental breakfast at Arthur's Bistro.
Dining: Full Breakfast
The Compass Rose
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Enjoy a full breakfast service in the Compass Rose dining room.
Visit the Melk Abbey
Tour
9:30 AM
Tour one of the world's most famous monasteries with our onsite guides. Photograpphy is not permitted inside the abbey. You may take a shuttle back to the ship or return on foot. Allow about 30 minutes for the walk through the quaint village of Melk to the ship. Ask your Tauck Team for easy directions.
Shuttle to Back to Ship
Transportation
11:30 AM
Dining: Lunch Onboard
The Compass Rose
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Ship Leaves Melk
Ship
1:15 PM
River Commentary: Wachau Valley
Ship
1:15 PM - 2:00 PM
Join your Tauck Directors on the sundeck for informative commentary and stories as we sail through the scenic fruit-tree and grape-vine lined Wachau Valley. We will also broadcast in the lounge and over the info channel.
Ship Arrives Dürnstein
Ship
2:45 PM
Excursion Choice: Dürnstein Walking Tour
Tour
3:00 PM
Participate in a guided walking tour of scenic Dürnstein, medieval town famed for the capture and imprisonment of Richard the Lionhart in 1192.
Optional Excursion: Tauck Fit Hike to Kuenringerburg Ruins
Tour
4:15 PM
Join your Tauck Director for this optional hike to Kuenringerburg ruins where Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned. This is a vigorous uphill climb of approximately 30 minutes on a dirt trail. Steep and often slippery terrain with loose gravel. Sturdy shoes are required.
Excursion: Wachau Wine Tasting
Tour
4:30 PM
Join us at a local winery to sample the famous wines of the Wachau. Please bring your voxes.
Social Hour
Panorama Lounge
6:00 PM
Join your fellow travelers in the Panorama lounge for our daily social hour.
Discovery Briefing
Panorama Lounge
6:45 PM
Each day your Tauck Directors will cover the following day's program in detail and be available to answer questions.
Ship Leaves Durnstein
Ship
7:00 PM
Dining: Open-Seating Dinner
The Compass Rose
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Come and dine at your leisure any time during the hours specified. Dress is resort casual.
1920's theme Dance Party
Panorama Lounge
9:00 PM
1920's theme dance party with MS Joy Crew
Thursday
OCT 2, 2025

Excursion: Wachau Wine Tasting

Join us at a local winery to sample the famous wines of the Wachau. Please bring your voxes.

DAY 1

WACHAU VALLEY, AUSTRIA

DOCKING LOCATION

Entre os Rios, Portugal (AM)

Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal (PM)

WEATHER

 

Chance of Rain

 

Precipitation: 30 %

High of 50 °F // 10 °C 

 

 

IMPORTANT DETAILS:
Ship: MS Joy

Phone: +31 655 453 853

Cruise Director: Abraham Haq

Hotel Manager:Nebojsa Milosevic

Captain: Alexandru Morinecu

ALL  ABOARD!

12:45pm

EXCURSION CHOICE: DURNSTEIN WALKING TOUR

Join us in a guided walking tour of scenic Durnstein. A medieval town famed for the capture and imprisonment of Richard the Lionheart in 1192.

KUENRINGERN CASTLE RUINS HIKE

Join you Tauck Director on a hike to the Castle ruins above the town of Dürnstein. This rigorous hike required participants to be in good physical condition. Allow approximately 30minutes for the hike up. You shall be rewarded with commanding views of the Wachau Valley. Please wear appropriate athletic shoe wear. This hike is weather dependant.

ONBOARD ACTIVITY: 1920's DANCE PARTY

Come and taste one of our prohibition cocktails, and dance the night away to your favorite tunes, starting from the roaring 20's. Our MS Joy and Tauck Team will join in for this fantastic night, celebrating Tauck's centennial.

 

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.

 

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. Bar service is available on request. 

 

BICYCLES / GOLF PUTTERS

We have a fleet of low-step-through, 7-gear bicycles with handbrakes. Please note a waiver must be signed for the bikes and the provided helmets must be worn. There is a putting green on the Sun Deck, aft. See the Reception Desk to reserve a bike or collect golf putters and balls.

 

FITNESS ROOM

Open 6:00am - 10:00pm, Deck 1. Out of respect for your fellow guests, please refrain from jogging on the Sun Deck. 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 on the door of your safe. Call the Reception Desk (dial 9) for further assistance.

 

INTERNET

Please bring your devices to Reception to be connected to our complimentary internet service. Please connect to the TauckSpot_Savor wifi system and enter the code TauckSpot and when you have the page showing a QR code please bring your device to reception to be scanned and activated.

 

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

Be sure your “Vox” – personal audio device – is in the charger in your cabin. Please be sure it remains in the charger overnight throughout the tour.  Extra earpieces are available at the Travel Desk.  

 

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.

 

MEDICATION ONBOARD

Due to local laws, onboard staff are not permitted to provide/sell medication to passengers, even over-the-counter medication.  Your Tauck Team can assist you in locating a pharmacy.

ONBOARD INCIDENTALS

Please take a moment to register your credit card at the Reception Desk between 9am and 9pm to settle any onboard incidentals you may have incurred throughout the tour.

 

ONBOARD SAFETY VIDEO

Please 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 reception staff (or the night watch outside of these hours). Wake-up calls are available upon request. 

 

REFRESHMENTS

A water / ice 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. Additionally, snacks are available at any time, 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.

 

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 with the reception or the sensors 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 for an outside line (dial 9). 1.00€ per minute.

Bar

Panorama Lounge
9:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Entertainment

Sun Deck
6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Tour
6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Guest Services

Reception Desk
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Main Venues

Arthur's
6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Panorama Lounge
9:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Ship
6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
The Compass Rose
6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Tour
6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Transportation
6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Restaurant

Arthur's
6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
The Compass Rose
6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Tauck Guest Services

Transportation
6:00 AM - 6:00 AM