If today’s release of the detailed design plans and luxury amenities set to sail aboard Crystal River Cruises’ four brand new river yachts next year didn’t fully illustrate the extent to which Crystal is upping the river cruising ante, look no further. Nothing really paints a picture like, well, a picture, so we’re thrilled to share with you an insider’s glimpse into our artist’s concepts for the new river yachts, as imagined by our design partners at AD Associates, II BY IV DESIGN, and KNA Design. Crystal Bach, Crystal Ravel, Crystal Debussy and Crystal Mahler will embark on their maiden journeys next spring and summer, beautifully appointed with Crystal’s signature touches that make our ships your favorite home away from home.

We can’t wait to welcome you on board to enjoy these plush spaces and extraordinary itineraries for yourself. Until then, enjoy the tour…

Like the river yachts themselves, each vessel will have a namesake Bistro Café, designed to welcome guests any time of day for homemade pastries, snacks, espresso, tea and wine.

The Waterside Restaurant will be the most elegant eatery on board, offering regionally inspired classic and modern fare for quiet dinners for two, or elaborate feasts with your new best friends.

Due to their larger size, Crystal Bach and Crystal Mahler will feature an indoor pool with retractable roof – almost unheard of in river cruising and able to accommodate swimming and soaking in any weather conditions.

The penthouses aboard the river yachts boast Crystal’s signature expansive space, including a posh living room with seating for guests of guests to enjoy conversation and a glass of champagne as you sail past Europe’s stunning shorelines.

The king-sized beds in the suites on board face the floor-to-ceiling Panoramic Balcony-Windows™, ensuring you’ll never miss a view, even if you choose to take breakfast in bed.

A favorite on every Crystal vessel, the Palm Court will certainly be the heart of the river yachts for evening music, dancing and cocktails, as well as the perfect daytime spot to take in the scenery.

An exclusive Vintage Room for just 12 guests to indulge in extravagant wine pairing dining experiences as they sail through the most spectacular locales in Europe? Cheers to that!