Tauck Introduces Wellness-Focused River Cruise Departures for 2027 and 2028

WILTON, CT (October 14, 2026) – Tauck is introducing wellness-focused programming on two special departures of its Rendezvous on the Seine river cruise in 2027, adding a selection of optional fitness, nutrition and mindfulness experiences to the company's existing 10-day itinerary through Paris and Normandy. Tauck has also confirmed plans to expand the concept in 2028 with five Wellness Departures across a broader range of itineraries.

The inaugural Wellness Departures will operate July 28 and October 11, 2027 aboard Tauck's ms Serene. Guests will experience the same sightseeing, exclusive access and cultural experiences featured on Rendezvous on the Seine, with additional opportunities throughout the journey to participate in wellness activities built around three themes: Move, Savor and Restore. Participation will be entirely optional, allowing guests to engage as much or as little as they choose.

"We're always listening to our guests and advisors, and we know that wellness has become an increasingly important part of how people want to travel and spend their time," said Tauck CEO Jennifer Tombaugh. "What we love about these departures is that they give guests even more choice without changing the Tauck experience they already value. They can explore France, connect with the people and places along the Seine and, if they choose, make time to move, recharge or learn something they can bring home with them."

NIKKI POLOS TO HOST 2027 AND 2028 DEPARTURES
Both Wellness Departures will be hosted by fitness entrepreneur and wellness coach Nikki Polos, founder of Workout Worthy, a fitness and coaching platform. Polos brings nearly three decades of experience in the fitness industry, beginning as a group fitness instructor and personal trainer before helping build and operate a health club business that grew to five locations. Over the course of her career, she has worked in fitness settings serving people with a wide range of goals, abilities and experience levels, giving her a broad perspective on how movement and healthy habits can fit into different lives.

"There's something powerful about creating time to focus on your own well-being while also experiencing a new part of the world," Polos said. "My hope is that guests use these days to try something new, reconnect with habits that make them feel good and find ideas they can realistically bring home with them. It's not about following a rigid program. It's about finding what works for you."

MOVE, SAVOR AND RESTORE
The added programming will complement the daily itinerary of Tauck's planned sightseeing and activities. Move will incorporate opportunities for physical activity, Savor will explore nutrition and the connection between food and well-being and Restore will focus on mindfulness, recovery and relaxation. Wellness elements will be offered before and during the cruise, with resources guests can also use after returning home.

Activities may include guided movement and fitness sessions, mindfulness practices, wellness discussions and programming focused on nutrition and healthy habits. The schedule will be integrated around the existing itinerary to preserve guests' ability to take part in Tauck's included sightseeing and destination experiences.

The setting is particularly well suited to the new programming. Introduced in 2026, the 124-guest ms Serene features The Retreat, a dedicated wellness area on the ship's upper Diamond Deck with a river-view fitness center, massage treatment room and lounge, as well as a Sun Deck with a swimming pool, bar and areas for relaxing outdoors.

WELLNESS ALONG THE SEINE
Tauck's 10-day Rendezvous on the Seine itinerary travels round trip from Paris, combining time in the French capital with cruising through Normandy. The journey showcases the history, art, cuisine and landscapes of the region through Tauck-guided sightseeing and exclusive experiences, while the Wellness Departures will layer the added programming into available periods throughout the itinerary.

The July 28 Wellness Departure is priced from $7,490 per person, double occupancy, plus airfare, while the October 11 departure is priced from $9,190 per person, double occupancy, plus airfare. Both departures are currently open for booking. As with all Tauck journeys, the 2027 river cruises are fully inclusive, covering shore excursions, gratuities, onboard beverages (including premium wines and spirits), airport transfers, luggage handling, taxes, and more.

Tauck has also confirmed plans for five additional Wellness Departures in 2028 with additional details to be announced at a later date. Tauck will be opening its 2028 river cruises for preliminary bookings later this month, and guests are now able to reserve space on the 2028 itinerary and departure date of their choosing.

Those interested in more information can contact their local travel professional, call Tauck at 800 468 2825, or visit the company's website at www.tauck.com (www.tauck.ca in Canada, www.tauck.co.uk in the UK, www.tauck.com.au in Australia/New Zealand).

About Tauck: Founded in 1925, Tauck has been family owned for four generations. The company is a world leader in upscale guided travel, with more than 170 land tours, safaris, river cruises, small ship ocean cruises and family travel adventures to 65+ countries and all seven continents. Tauck was named "Best Tour Operator" in Virtuoso's 2026 Global Awards, and in each of the last 29 years, has been honored in Travel + Leisure magazine's annual "World's Best Awards," and has been named to the Best River Cruise Lines list by Condé Nast Traveler for 13 consecutive years.

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