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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.

Douro PrinceDouro Prince

Douro River Cruise

  • A friendly and intimate river cruise ship with spacious public areas.
  • Accommodating a maximum of 45 passengers.
  • Panoramic dining room, a relaxing sundeck and comfortable bar and lounge.
  • 24 stylishly decorated, outside-facing cabins.
    • 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.
    • 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.
    • Sultan Sunworld VIII

    Lycian Cruise and Ephesus & Cities of The Aegean

  • Old-fashioned Turkish gulet.
  • Private motor yacht with 600 square yards of sail.
  • Small enough to visit secluded inlets.
  • Occupied exclusively by ACE with a maximum of 17 passengers.
    • 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.