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2014
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Netherlands
Bijlsma Shipyard
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361 feet
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MS William Shakespeare

Wine tastings in the Burgundy wine region. Guided tours of Lyon and Arles. Roman ruins and spectacular gorges. These are just some of the wonders you can witness when you sail onboard an MS William Shakespeare The staff onboard <em>MS William Shakespeare</em> is happy to help you with anything you need during your cruise.river cruise! Part of Riviera River Cruises’ luxury fleet, MS William Shakespeare is an amazing way to experience to stunning Rhone Valley. With such an intimate ship size, you can count on the finest personal service and most curated cultural experience on the European waterways with MS William Shakespeare.

MS William Shakespeare Itinerary

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A journey onboard MS William Shakespeare means that you’ll experience some of the most incredible ports of France, including Chalon, Beaune, Vienne, Tournon, Avignon, and more. Some of the things you might get to do include city tours where you can learn fascinating history, village visits, and routes where the ship cruises through spectacular gorges. When the ship is anchored in port, you have the choice of taking an included tour or exploring each city on your own. Either way, you are destined to have an unforgettable adventure.

MS William Shakespeare Dining Room

Dining onboard MS William Shakespeare is second to none. During the day, a full breakfast and lunch buffet keeps you satisfied until it’s time for the sumptuous four-course dinner each night. Early risers can enjoy breakfast in the lounge. Guests can also opt to enjoy breakfast room service. The ship has several 24-hour coffee and tea stations where you can refuel yourself with your favorite caffeine boost throughout the day. All dining onboard MS William Shakespeare is open, so you can always choose when to come and where to sit.

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Solo Traveler Itineraries

With more and more travelers opting for solo travel, MS William Shakespeare makes it easy to bring your solo travel goals to life. Select itineraries offered on this ship are designed for solo travel, eliminating the need for the single supplement, which is usually required. When you’re ready to take on the exploration of France on your own, MS William Shakespeare awaits!

Ship Amenities

MS William Shakespeare provides you with everything you need for comfort and satisfaction. You will discover a panoramic lounge and bar, a small library, wellness options, and a sun deck onboard. Another unique feature of MS William Shakespeare is that you can visit the bridge (unless the ship is berthing or navigating locks). Here, you can discuss topics in navigation, adventuring, and more with the captain and crew.

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Accommodations

MS William Shakespeare Staterooms

Stateroom Guide at a Glance

Every type of stateroom on MS William Shakespeare, with its booking categories, size and where it is on the ship. Select a deck number to open that deck plan.

Stateroom types on MS William Shakespeare
Stateroom type Categories Approx. size Where on the ship
Deluxe Suite DS 245 sq. ft. including balcony Mid-ship, deck 3
Upper Deck Standard TBA 161 sq. ft. including balcony Mid-ship and aft, deck 3
Middle Deck Standard TBA 161 sq. ft. including balcony Mid-ship and aft, deck 2
Lower Deck Standard TBA 151 sq. ft. Mid-ship, deck 1

Sizes are approximate, and some staterooms in a category differ in size or layout.

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All accommodations include the following:
  • Hotel-Style Beds.
  • Private Marble Bathroom.
  • Flat-Screen High-Definition Satellite TV.
  • Individual Climate Control.
  • Coffee and Tea-Making Facilities.
  • Hair Dryer.
  • Safe.
  • Telephone.

Suite

If you’re a traveler who wants the best of the best, then booking a Suite is the way to go. From the most living and storage space to extra perks, larger bathrooms, and faster, more personalized service, Suites have everything you need for an unforgettable experience. They are an especially great value during longer cruises when you can enjoy the space and amenities for longer.

Deluxe Suite

Category Approx. size Location
DS 245 sq. ft. Upper (Deck 3) (mid-ship)

Sizes include the balcony.

Deluxe Suite stateroom on MS William Shakespeare Deluxe Suite stateroom on MS William Shakespeare

You can take your cruise to the next level with these opulent suites (the most premium accommodations found onboard). There are four Deluxe Suites available to book, each one offering over 200 square feet of luxurious comfort. Additional amenities in these suites include:

  • Spacious living room area with a comfortable sofa or armchair
  • Large walk-in wardrobe
  • Extra large bathroom
  • Private, furnished open-air balcony with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors

Balcony

Balcony staterooms are more expensive than Oceanviews, but provide a much more elevated experience. In some cases (depending on the ship and category) you’ll get extra living and storage space, plus amenities that may not fit in smaller accommodations. Balcony staterooms are perfect for travelers who wish to spend a decent amount of time relaxing in privacy. Balconies bring you closer to the passing scenery and wildlife, providing an up close and personal view.

They also tend to be closer to public areas, which means you won’t need to go far to change or drop something to your room.

Upper Deck Standard

Category Approx. size Location
TBA 161 sq. ft. Upper (Deck 3) (mid-ship and aft)

Sizes include the balcony.

Upper Deck Standard stateroom on MS William Shakespeare Upper Deck Standard stateroom on MS William Shakespeare

These exceptional accommodations offer over 100 square feet of tasteful living, and are among some of the largest staterooms in the river cruising industry. You can enjoy:

  • Polished hardwood floors
  • Fine furniture
  • Large floor-to-ceiling glass windows that slide halfway down so you can invite the fresh river air into your stateroom whenever you wish

Middle Deck Standard

Category Approx. size Location
TBA 161 sq. ft. Main (Deck 2) (mid-ship and aft)

Sizes include the balcony.

Middle Deck Standard stateroom on MS William Shakespeare Middle Deck Standard stateroom on MS William Shakespeare

These exceptional accommodations offer over 100 square feet of tasteful living, and are among some of the largest staterooms in the river cruising industry. You can enjoy:

  • Polished hardwood floors
  • Fine furniture
  • Large floor-to-ceiling glass windows that slide halfway down so you can invite the fresh river air into your stateroom whenever you wish

Oceanview

For a budget-friendly stateroom that still provides a view of the outside, you might consider booking an Oceanview stateroom. These staterooms are generally similar in size to balcony staterooms.

Lower Deck Standard

Category Approx. size Location
TBA 151 sq. ft. Lower (Deck 1) (mid-ship)
Lower Deck Standard stateroom on MS William Shakespeare

These modern accommodations offer over 100 square feet of tasteful living, and are among some of the largest staterooms in the river cruising industry. You can enjoy:

  • Polished hardwood floors
  • Fine furniture
  • Fixed window

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Deck Plans

MS William Shakespeare Deck Plans

Lower (Deck 1)

Where Lower (Deck 1) is on MS William Shakespeare

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Public Areas

Lower (Deck 1) deck plan for MS William Shakespeare
Lower (Deck 1), MS William Shakespeare
FAQs

MS William Shakespeare FAQs

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When was MS William Shakespeare built?

MS William Shakespeare entered service in 2014, built by Bijlsma Shipyard.

How many passengers does MS William Shakespeare carry?

MS William Shakespeare carries 152 guests at double occupancy. A crew of 35 looks after them, about one crew member for every 4.3 guests.

How big is MS William Shakespeare?

MS William Shakespeare measures 361 feet long and 38 feet wide. Its deck plans show 3 passenger decks.

What kinds of staterooms are on MS William Shakespeare?

MS William Shakespeare has 77 staterooms in 4 booking categories, grouped into three types: Suite, Balcony and Oceanview. The Accommodations tab lists every category with its size and the decks it is on.

Which staterooms on MS William Shakespeare have a balcony?

4 staterooms on MS William Shakespeare have a private balcony. Every stateroom in the Suite and Balcony types has one.

How many decks does MS William Shakespeare have?

MS William Shakespeare has 3 passenger decks, numbered 1 to 3. Staterooms are on decks 1 to 3.

What dining times does MS William Shakespeare offer?

MS William Shakespeare offers Open dining in its main dining room.

Where is MS William Shakespeare registered?

MS William Shakespeare sails under the flag of Netherlands.

Photos provided are not guaranteed to accurately represent the room or space listed, and may be of a similar ship. All stateroom descriptions are subject to change. Some staterooms in the same category may have different furniture arrangements or be a different size than listed. Deck plans are subject to change. Please verify all information directly with the cruise line. We reserve the right to correct errors.