Tauck is introducing wellness-focused programming on two special departures of its ‘Rendezvous on the Seine’ river cruise in 2027.
The move adds 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 on 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, Savour 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 Jennifer Tombaugh, Tauck CEO.
“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.”
Both Wellness Departures will be hosted by fitness entrepreneur and wellness coach Nikki Polos (left), founder of Workout Worthy, a fitness and coaching platform.
Ms 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,” Ms 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.”
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 $11,390 per person double occupancy, plus airfare, while the October 11 departure is priced from $13,940 per person double occupancy, plus airfare.
Tauck has also confirmed plans for five additional Wellness Departures in 2028 with additional details to be announced at a later date.
