Sofia

Sofia

Sofia is a 1983-built river cruise ship with ENI number 47000013. It was part of the fleet of Dunav Tours in Ruse (Rousse), Bulgaria, and was chartered to Phoenix Reisen.

Cabins and decks

The ship’s historical profile in the CruiseMapper ship directory describes 101 outside cabins across four passenger decks: 93 cabins for two guests and eight for three. Amenities included individually controlled air conditioning, a shower and toilet, a television, a telephone, and a hairdryer.

Public areas

For onboard relaxation, the profile lists a 190-seat restaurant and a 120-seat panoramic bar. Another piano bar was connected to a reading nook. The interiors also included a reception area, kiosk, hair salon, massage room, and sauna. The sun deck had sun loungers, shade, and garden furniture; covered promenade decks offered seating.

Meals and onboard program

The described dining plan included a buffet breakfast and multi-course lunches and dinners. Tea and coffee were served in the afternoon, followed later by a midnight snack. According to the profile, house wine, beer, soft drinks, tea, and coffee were included daily from 8 a.m. to midnight. A welcome reception and the captain’s dinner marked special evenings. Entertainment options listed included dancing to live music, quiz and themed evenings, folk performances, language courses, and lectures. Wi-Fi and laundry service were available for an extra charge.