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Spirit of the Lorelei
One year to go! Our newest river ship launches in July 2027
The countdown has started! Our fourth purpose-built river ship, Spirit of the Lorelei, will join our boutique Spirit fleet in July 2027. Carefully designed with our guests in mind, she will offer the same high standards of bespoke design as her boutique sister ships Spirit of the Rhine, Spirit of the Danube and Spirit of the Moselle. Why not sail in her inaugural season, and be one of the first guests to step on board?
The next chapter in our journey
We’re thrilled to welcome our newest ship Spirit of the Lorelei to the Saga fleet – a milestone that reflects our continued commitment to European river cruising and memorable guest experiences. This new addition represents the next chapter in our journey and it’s incredibly exciting to see our fleet grow in such a meaningful way.
– Horst Pint, Hotel Operations Director, Saga Cruises
Inspired by legend
Spirit of the Lorelei takes her name from the famous Lorelei rock formation, located in the UNESCO-recognised Upper Middle Rhine Valley.
Inspired by the myths and romantic legends that surround the Rhine, Spirit of the Lorelei will also draw on the heritage of the Grand Tour to influence her design.
The Grand Tour was undertaken by young aristocratic Europeans, as a way to round off their classical education, with travellers often sailing up the Rhine towards Basel.
Contemporary interiors
Spirit of the Lorelei’s library will feature an attractive botanical theme shaped by the works of 19th-century artist, Marianne North. Marianne travelled the world, painting the exotic plant life she encountered – a wide selection of which is now on permanent display in Kew Gardens.
Look forward to unwinding in the North Lounge which will be accented with earthy oranges and warm greens, before enjoying dinner in either the main Panorama restaurant or The Laurel, the ship’s speciality restaurant.
Spirit of the Lorelei river cruises
Discover the delights of Europe
Take a look at some of the highlights you can look forward to when sailing on Spirit of the Lorelei.
Enjoy a Prague city break
Our very popular cruise and stay itineraries will be expanding in 2027 with the addition of Prague. Enjoy a short break in the cultural Czech capital, taking time to stroll along cobbled streets and admire historic architecture, before joining Spirit of the Lorelei for your all-inclusive river cruise.
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Cruise along the Rhine and the Danube
This brand-new 14-night sailing connects beautiful riverside towns and cities, from the charm of Rüdesheim and elegance of Würzburg to the historic streets of Regensburg and the grandeur of Vienna and Budapest. Each stop feels like stepping into a different chapter of Europe’s story.
View cruiseHer construction is underway
Spirit of the Lorelei’s construction has begun in Serbia. Watch her keel laying ceremony take place, a long tradition that involves placing a coin under her keel, and which marks the first milestone in the story of her construction.
135 metresLength
11.4 metresBreadth
2027Maiden voyage
172Passenger capacity
40Officers & crew
4Passenger decks
Lift*between the Middle and Upper decks
Upper and Middle Deck cabinsApprox. twin cabin size: 17 square metres
Lower Deck cabinsApprox. twin cabin size: 14 square metres
*Please note: the lift runs between the Middle and Upper Decks. It does not serve the sundeck which is accessed via 14 steps and the Lower Deck which is 13 steps down from the Middle Deck.
Deck plan
Deck plan key
| Cabin Code | Cabin Description | Deck |
| F | Standard Outside Cabin | Lower |
| E | Standard Outside Cabin | Lower |
| D | Deluxe Cabin with French Balcony | Middle |
| C | Deluxe Cabin with French Balcony | Middle |
| B | Deluxe Cabin with French Balcony | Upper |
| A | Deluxe Cabin with French Balcony | Upper |
| KS | Single Standard Outside Cabin | Lower |
| IS | Single Deluxe Cabin with French Balcony | Middle |
| GS | Single Deluxe Cabin with French Balcony | Upper |
Please note: For safety reasons, it is sometimes necessary to close the outside deck when cruising through sections of river with very low bridges.
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