The ship traverses from 125 to 160 miles on the cruises and goes through 19 to 37 locks, including hydraulic lift locks built at the turn of the century. A bus takes you back to the start of your itinerary. Cabins are all outside. They are small and basic, with open shelves, pipe racks for hanging clothes and a curtained-off sink and toilet. Showers with dressing rooms are down the passageway.
Most cabins have twin beds.
There are single cabins and one wheelchair-accessible cabin. There are large screened widows that open. Passengers care for their own cabins. Bran muffins, banana bread, lemon meringue pie and English trifle are all baked on board. Non-alcoholic drinks are complimentary.