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BOATS WITH CHARACTER

Whether it's navigating the Nile or gliding along the tranquil waterways of Provence, our vessels are chosen for their comfort and character.

The single most defining feature of our boats is their size. They’re small – catering for as few as 16 passengers – and a maximum of 40.

The modest size of our vessels means we are able to navigate shallow waters, visit secluded bays and moor at quays inaccessible to larger vessels.

It also means we can maintain the ACE ethos of visiting sites and museums in a relaxed and flexible fashion.

And everyone – including the lecturer - knows everyone else. By name.

Nile LilyNile Lily

Ancient Egypt & The Nile

  • Traditional two-masted sailing yacht.
  • Small enough to tie up at private moorings.
  • Fitted in traditional timber and furnished with period pieces.
  • Occupied exclusively by ACE, with 20 passengers and 16 crew.
    • Lord-of-the-GlensLord of the Glens

    Highlands & Islands of Scotland

  • Sumptuous classic luxury yacht.
  • 27 luxurious outside-facing cabins.
  • All-round teak decks.
  • Maximum of 40 passengers.
    • Phenicien Phénicien

    Provence River Cruise

  • One of Provence's most stylish river barges.
  • Serene, light and spacious with a beautiful teak sun-deck.
  • Renowned across the Rhône for its excellent cuisine.
  • Occupied exclusively by ACE with a maximum of 16 passengers.
    • Sea BirdNational Geographic Sea Bird

    Alaska Cruise

  • Offering guests the true adventure of expedition travel.
  • Expedition ship with the ambiance of a large private yacht.
  • Compact size allows her to negotiate shallow waters.
  • 31 comfortable outside-facing cabins with private facilities.
    • Spirit of Chartwell The Spirit of Chartwell

    London & The River Thames Cruise

  • The sumptuousness of a classic luxury yacht
  • Unique design capable of navigating the upper courses of the Thames and the open sea.
  • Newly configured in 2009.
  • Only 18 luxury cabins or 36 guests.
    • Sultan Sultan

    Lycian Cruise and Ephesus & Cities of The Aegean

  • Old-fashioned Turkish gulet.
  • Private motor yacht with 570 square yards of sail.
  • Small enough to visit secluded inlets.
  • Occupied exclusively by ACE with a maximum of 17 passengers.