Geoffrey Chaucer

The German tour operator Phoenix Reisen was founded in 1973. In 1988 they started cruising the oceans with the charter of the ship Maxim Gorki. Starting as a pure ocean shipping company, Phoenix Reisen expanded its range in 1993 to include the popular river cruises. The four well-known ocean liners are now joined by more than 30 river ships as well as a few smaller ships for exceptional destinations. The shipping company is still in family hands and attaches great importance to a friendly and pleasant atmosphere aboard their ships. Language on board of all ships is German.

The luxurious new building MS Geoffrey Chaucer convinces with elegance and luxurious style. In the spacious, tastefully furnished cabins you can enjoy a good time even on rainy days. On four passenger decks, 88 spacious cabins with double occupancy can accommodate up to 176 guests.

• Inaugural cruise: 2020
• Length: 135 m
• Width: 11.45 m
• Depth: 1.50 m
• Language: German
• Currency: Euro
• Internet: Wi-Fi (for a fee)
• Smoking: Permitted in designated areas

All staterooms of the MS Geoffrey Chaucer are outside staterooms and are as you would expect from a river cruise ship of the premium class: elegant and comfortable. Some staterooms have a French balcony, the suites convince with their own balcony. Depending on the category, the stateroom size varies; the outside staterooms (windows cannot be opened for safety reasons) as well as the staterooms with French balconies are approx. 16-16.5 sqm, the suites are approx. 23-24.5 sqm. The staterooms have their own bathroom with shower/WC and hairdryer, individually adjustable air conditioning, TV, radio, minibar, Nespresso coffee machine, safe and telephone.

The on-board atmosphere is relaxed and comfortable despite the high-quality ambience. The dress code on board is casual, more elegant wardrobe is expected for the traditional captain's dinner, but evening dress is not necessary. On theme and quiz evenings you can end your exciting day with excitement and with live entertainment you have the opportunity to dance. If you prefer to have a relaxing evening, you can either pick up a nice book or decide to play a board game and then retire to one of the elegant rooms, such as the stylish Panorama Lounge. The language on board is German, the currency on board is Euro.

Already at the hearty breakfast you can convince yourself of the high quality of the meals - at the multi-course lunch and dinner further culinary surprises are waiting for you. At the Captain's Reception and Captain's Dinner with a festive menu you will experience another highlight on your floating hotel. During the afternoon coffee time you can get in touch with other passengers. On request, meals can also be prepared gluten-free, lactose-free or suitable for diabetics.

In addition to the various employment opportunities, a small boutique for shopping, a hairdresser and an internet corner are available. To make sure that sport is not neglected, there is a small fitness area on the MS Geoffrey Chaucer where you can work out. The large sun deck with small pool, deck chairs, seating groups, shaded areas and a seating terrace at the front as well as bar service and a small viewing terrace at the bow invite you to linger.

Through a variety of shore excursions, you have the opportunity to get to know the country and its people along the route. The excursion program is adapted to the length of stay of the ship and is accompanied by qualified tour guides. The excursions are usually in German language. The shore excursions can be booked directly on board or partly in advance online at the cruise company. Girocard and VISA/MasterCard are accepted on board. At some cruises a variety of shore excursions is already included.

If you would like to discover the beauty of the Rhine and Main in an elegant and luxurious way, but don't want to miss out on the culinary delights, the MS Geoffrey Chaucer is the right ship for you.