Castles Along the Rhine with Uniworld

Find Inspiration in the Romantic, Soul-Stirring Beauty of the Fabled Rhine
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Find inspiration in the romantic, soul-stirring beauty of the fabled Rhine

Flowers tumble from baskets lining streets of half-timbered houses, and lights glint off quiet canals. A mighty river carries ships and cargo through a landscape shaped by time and history. The spires of medieval churches and castles appear around each bend in the river, and vineyards climb the verdant hillsides.

Cruise along the Rhine—Germany on one side, France on the other. Discover Alsace, whose dual French and German heritage has given it fabulous food and a winemaking tradition that goes back to the Romans. Marvel at castles that were once mighty fortresses and get an insider’s look at one of the only castles on the Rhine that has never been destroyed, Marksburg Castle. Visit historic cities, including ancient Cologne and picturesque Strasbourg; stroll through the fairytale towns of Riquewihr, Kaysersberg and Rüdesheim; and taste delightful white wines in the villages where the grapes are grown. Beethoven and Byron loved the romantic landscapes of the Rhine River, and the beauty that inspired them is still yours to experience.

2020 cruises will be on the S.S. Antoinette
The luxurious décor of the 443-foot, 152-passenger S.S. Antoinette—Uniworld’s first Super Ship—features fine Brazilian marble on the walls and floors, a 19th-century Venetian glass mirror, a stylish Bar du Leopard with full-service bar, and an onboard cinema. The two-story foyer boasts a 10-foot blue Strauss Baccarat chandelier with huge sapphires—a stunning piece that once hung in New York’s famous Tavern on the Green—and a collection of original artwork is displayed throughout the ship.

  • 12233
  • Ocean
  • 01 Jan 24
  • Europe
  • From 05 Jul 20 to 24 Oct 21
  • From 12Jul20 to 31Oct21
  • 7 nights
  • Uniworld
  • Multiple Cruiseships 5.5 stars
  • Cruise Only

Inclusions

  • 100th Anniversary Celebration Event: Save Up To 30% on Select 2020 Voyages
  • 2021 Early Payment Savings: SAVE 5% on all Suite category staterooms; SAVE 10% on all other stateroom categories. Book by 30 June 2020 and pay in full at time of booking to be eligible for this offer.
  • Fly free to Europe or upgrade to business class from $3,999pp* or save $1,000pp on your cruise. Offer is combinable with Uniworld's 2021 Early Payment Discount offer.

Important Terms

  • * Rates quoted are in Australian dollars.
  • Book by 31Mar20
  • Prices shown are fully inclusive of taxes unless otherwise stated.
  • Advertised price includes any bonus nights, special offers or discounts listed in the inclusions.
  • Surcharges may apply due to demand, Christmas & New Year's Eve, school or public holidays, trade shows, special events & other unforeseen circumstances.
  • Prices may be based on Dynamic Rates and as such, may fluctuate at anytime without notice, due to matters outside our control, such as adverse currency fluctuations, fuel surcharges, taxes and airfare increases, or at the property's discretion.
 
Cabin Name/Category From Price/person  
Classic $3,999 Book Now
French Balcony $5,039 Book Now
Deluxe Balcony $5,679 Book Now
Suite $8,399 Book Now
Grand Suite $10,639 Book Now
* All prices quoted are PER PERSON based on twin share in Australian Dollars and include taxes, fees and port expenses (if applicable). All prices quoted are for the cruise departing on 30Aug20. Reverse direction also available. Certain departure dates and embarkation points may be at an additional supplement. For more information please contact one of our Travel Specialists.

 

100th Anniversary Celebration Event


Uniworld is proud to be a part of The Travel Corporation's family of brands, which is why they are thrilled to announce the 100th Anniversary Celebration Event! Join Uniworld in celebrating TTC's 100 years of excellence in hospitality in 2020 with savings of up to 30% on select 2020 voyages.


Celebrate with the most all-inclusive amenities finely tailored to your tastes.


• Intimate, beautifully designed ships
• Outstanding service
• Delicious farm to five-star dining onboard
• Elegant riverview staterooms and suites
• All scheduled airport transfers
• Unlimited premium wine and spirits
• Onboard fitness including yoga, bicycles & Nordic walking sticks




 

2021 Early Payment Savings


SAVE 5% on all Suite category staterooms or
SAVE 10% on all other stateroom categories.
Book by 30 June 2020 and pay in full at time of booking to be eligible for this offer.


 

2021 Air Offer


Fly free to Europe or upgrade to business class from $3,999pp* or save $1,000pp on your cruise.
Offer is combinable with Uniworld's 2021 Early Payment Discount offer.


 

*Rates are based on per person for two adults sharing. For solo travellers or single person occupancy rates, or other cabin types not listed, please contact our Travel Specialists for a quote.

 


Grand Suite

Luxurious riverview grand (royal) suite (391 sq ft – 36.3 sq m) with open-air balcony, and a spacious living room

Handcrafted Savoir® of England beds, built-in closets, hair dryer, safe, individual climate-control thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center

Marble bathroom with Hermès bath and body products, plush towels, special towel warmers, backlit magnifying mirror, heated mirrors, cozy bathrobes and slippers, separate rain shower and tub, and a secluded toilet and bidet area

Additional amenities and service include: in-suite butler service; packing and unpacking assistance; in-room breakfast; daily fruit and cookie plate, and an elegant evening snack; iPod dock; Nespresso coffee machine and fine teas; fully stocked mini bar; bottle of wine upon arrival; shoe shine; free laundry service; and a special dinner in L’Orangerie Sky Lounge



Suites

Luxurious riverview suite (294 sq ft – 27.3 sq m) with open-air balcony

Handcrafted Savoir® of England beds, built-in closets, hair dryer, safe, individual climate-control thermostat, direct-dial telephone, flat-screen TV with infotainment center

Marble bathroom with Hermès bath and body products, plush towels, special towel warmers, backlit magnifying mirror, heated mirrors, cozy bathrobes and slippers

Additional amenities and services, including: in-suite butler service; packing and unpacking assistance; in-room breakfast; daily fruit and cookie plate, and an elegant evening snack; iPod dock; Nespresso coffee machine and fine teas; fully stocked mini bar; bottle of wine upon arrival; shoe shine; free laundry service; and a special dinner in L’Orangerie Sky Lounge



Deluxe Balcony

Luxurious riverview stateroom (196 sq ft – 18.2 sq m) with open-air balcony

Handcrafted Savoir® of England bed, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite, and bottled water

Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, waffle bathrobes, and slippers



French Balcony

Luxurious riverview stateroom (196 sq ft – 18.2 sq m) with a French balcony

Handcrafted Savoir® of England bed, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite, and bottled water

Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, waffle bathrobes, and slippers



Classic

Luxurious riverview stateroom (163 sq ft – 15 sq m)

Handcrafted Savoir® of England bed, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite, and bottled water

Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, waffle bathrobes, and slippers

 
DAY 1: Basel (Embark)

Arrive at EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg, where you will be transferred to the ship.

 

DAY 2: Breisach (Kaysersberg and Riquewihr or Colmar)

Look up “charming and “picturesque” in the dictionary and it could very well show images of today’s choice of destinations—two of Alsace’s best-known wine villages or a town some have hailed as the prettiest in the world. Is it really? See for yourself from our uniquely Uniworld perspective. A charming town dominated by a 17th-century hilltop cathedral, Breisach is your gateway to the Alsatian wine road. This is your launching point for one of two excursions along the celebrated route des vins, which hugs the foothills of the Vosges mountain range. You can visit Kaysersberg and Riquewihr, two of the most picturesque villages in the region, or take a tour of the larger town of Colmar, considered one of the most beautiful destinations along the wine road and the capital of Alsatian wines. If you’re interested in doing something a bit more physically challenging, you could stay in Breisach and walk or bike through the surrounding vineyards.

Choice of Alsatian “Village Day” or Colmar city tour

Spend the afternoon onboard, simply enjoying the views from the ship’s lounges or decks and sampling some of the ship’s amenities. Sip a cocktail on the Sun Deck or relax with a massage. A special Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening.

DAY 3: Kehl (Strasbourg)
Strasbourg is invariably described as quaint, a rather overused word that in this case is perfectly apropos. Whether you see it via a canal boat or on foot with an insightful local expert, this historic town with its cobbled lanes, half-timbered homes, giant stork nests and impossible-to-resist pastry shops will win your heart. Kehl, directly across the river from Strasbourg, will be your ship’s base while you explore the Alsatian capital, which is known as the “Crossroads of Europe” for its strategic location halfway between Paris and Prague. You may choose to see Strasbourg via its historic canals (the way Strasbourg has been seen by its visitors through the centuries), which would give you an enlightening and relaxing overview of this historically important city. Or you may experience the historic core as the locals do, with an exclusive walking tour. If you’re feeling adventurous, take advantage of Uniworld’s bicycles or Nordic walking sticks and explore the banks of the river.
Choice of Strasbourg panoramic tour with cathedral and Old Town visit or “Do as the Locals Do” Strasbourg walking tour
You have the entire afternoon to see more of Strasbourg on your own. Note: Shuttle service will be provided to and from the center of Strasbourg in the afternoon.

 

DAY 4: Mannheim (Speyer)

Expect the unexpected in Speyer, where ancient treasures harmoniously co-exist with modern day innovation. For something really unexpected, venture into a spooky, candlelit tasting room to sample flavorful elixirs made from wine vinegars. Utterly unique and surprisingly delicious, and something you’ll experience with no other river cruise line. The ship docks in Mannheim, where you’ll have to choose between boarding a motorcoach to the nearby town of Speyer for a guided walking tour or taking in an exclusive tasting at a local vinegar estate.

Choice of Speyer walking discovery tour or Exclusive Doktorenhof vinegar estate visit and tasting

A shuttle is available to take you to and from Speyer if you wish to explore it on your own. Romans founded the city, and the Historical Museum of the Palatinate has an interesting collection of Roman antiquities (as well as Celtic and early German objects) you might enjoy investigating.

 

DAY 5: Rüdesheim, Boppard
Experience Germany’s fabled Rhine River in one of two ways—an exclusive tasting of estate-grown Rieslings at Castle Vollards or an invigorating vineyard hike. Later, join your Cruise Manager for a village stroll highlighting stately riverfront homes and the lingering traces of Boppard’s fascinating Roman past. Your floating hotel arrives in Rüdesheim, one of the most charming ports of call in the Rhine Valley. This city has a long history going back to Roman times and is famous for the Drosselgasse, a narrow, bustling lane of shops and wine bars, as well as its impressive Niederwald Monument, built to celebrate the re-establishment of the German empire in the late 19th century. You may opt to visit a renowned vineyard or, for a more active jaunt, take the long way shoreward from Niederwald with a vineyard hike that includes a stop at a unique museum.
Choice of Castle Vollrads wine tasting or “Let’s Go” hike from Rüdesheim to Assmanshausen
Cruising out of Rüdesheim you’ll enter the sublimely beautiful Upper Middle Rhine Valley. Byron described it as “a work divine, a blending of all beauties.” Turner painted it. Wagner used it as inspiration for his opera Götterdämmerung. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this scenic 40-mile (65-kilometer) stretch of the Rhine features a stunning, castle-dotted landscape that many 19th-century composers, painters and poets considered the embodiment of an ideal romantic spirit. Each bend and twist of the river affords new delights: Steep riverbanks are graced with sloping vineyards and picturesque towns, and hilltops are crowned by fairytale castles. Each one of those castles tells a tale: of great families raising fortresses against each other, of warfare and ruin and rebuilding through the centuries. Some castles have been entirely reconstructed; others tower above the water in majestic ruin, still an inspiration for romantics. You won’t want to miss the scenery as you sail into Boppard.

 

DAY 6: Cruising the Romantic Rhine River, Koblenz
No other river valley on earth boasts more castles than the Rhine, and today you’ll have an opportunity to experience real-life “Game of Thrones” ambience deep within the medieval walls of Marksburg Castle. Not into dungeons and dragons? Get to know Koblenz, a historic town with a colorful past and eclectic architecture, and enjoy a scenic bike ride. As you come upon Koblenz, you’ll sail past Deutsches Eck (German Corner) with its historic monument to Kaiser Wilhelm I, at the confluence of the Moselle and Rhine rivers. You have wonderful tours from which to choose today.
Choice of Koblenz walking discovery tour or Marksburg Castle visit

 

DAY 7: Cologne

You simply cannot visit Cologne without paying homage to its most notorious site, the Gothic masterpiece that serves as the city’s cathedral. A local expert will show you favorite haunts around the Old Town and share some of the cathedral’s most intriguing and Magi-cal secrets with you. Cologne is the largest and oldest city of the Rhineland and a cultural mecca, with more than 30 museums and hundreds of art galleries. A congenial atmosphere and a mix of ancient, modern and reconstructed buildings characterize the heart of the city.

Featured Excursion:
Cologne walking discovery tour with Cologne Cathedral

 

DAY 8: Amsterdam (Disembark)

Disembark the ship and transfer to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport for your flight home, or extend your stay in Amsterdam.

 

S.S. Antoinette

The luxurious décor of the 443-foot, 154-passenger S.S. Antoinette—Uniworld’s first Super Ship—features fine Brazilian marble on the walls and floors, a 19th-century Venetian glass mirror, a stylish Bar du Leopard with full-service bar, and an onboard cinema. The two-story foyer boasts a 10-foot blue Strauss Baccarat chandelier with huge sapphires—a stunning piece that once hung in New York’s famous Tavern on the Green—and a collection of original artwork is displayed throughout the ship.

 

Staterooms

Lavishly appointed riverview staterooms and suites have handcrafted Savoir® of England beds draped in high-thread-count 100% Egyptian cotton sheets and European duvets, along with a menu of pillow options.

 

Deck Plans

Uniworld’s meticulously designed ships feature enticing public areas and luxurious amenities, including a lounge with full-service bar, well-equipped fitness center, restaurant, Serenity River Spa, and a Sun Deck where you can relax and take in the ever-changing views.

 

Quick Facts

River Rhine River
Guests 154
Staff 57
Suites 9 (294-391 sq ft)
Staterooms 64 (163-196 sq ft)
Length 443 ft
Width 37.5 ft

 

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Accommodations

Staterooms offer beautiful river views, and luxury hotel-style beds. These lavish accommodations feature bespoke décor, plush bedding, and modern amenities. Each suite is a sanctuary of elegance, designed to provide ultimate relaxation and comfort during your journey.

Personalised Service

Our dedicated staff delivers exceptional personalised service, with one crew member for every three guests, we cater to your every need with warmth and professionalism. Professionally trained all English-speaking staff, Condé Nast ‘Gold List’ winners with highest honours in hospitality.

Ship Capacity and Regions Visited

Enjoy an intimate cruising experience aboard our boutique ships, each accommodating an average of 130 guests. Sail historic waterways through picturesque regions across Europe, Russia, Egypt, Asia, and beyond, exploring enchanting destinations.

Included Shore Excursions

Discover the hidden treasures of every port with our expertly curated shore excursions led by local English-speaking guides. Enjoy complimentary access to exclusive experiences, local tours, and cultural events designed to immerse you in the local culture.

Itineraries

With over 40 itineraries, 500 departure ports in over 20 countries, we sail 12 of the world’s most breathtaking rivers each offering unique experiences and insights. Whether you prefer a leisurely journey or an adventure-filled expedition, Uniworld Cruises have the perfect cruise for you.

All-inclusive Cruises

Uniworld allows you to experience the epitome of luxury with all-inclusive amenities, finely tailored to your tastes. Uniworld’s all-inclusive packages allow passengers to enjoy an unmatched level of inclusions to ensure their cruise is truly carefree and effortless.

Unlimited premium spirits and wines

Primary Inclusions:

  • Unlimited premium spirits and wines
  • Delicious, five-star, farm-to-table cuisine
  • Your choice of carefully curated excursions
  • Airport meet and greet
  • All onboard gratuities
  • Onboard fitness centre and wellness classes with a certified wellness instructor
  • All scheduled airport transfers
  • Bicycles and Nordic walking sticks for onshore use
  • Shipwide Internet and Wi-Fi access
  • Onboard entertainment and enrichment

Quality

  • Travel+Leisure’s “World’s Best Top 10 Small Cruise Lines"
  • Condé Nast Traveller’s “Gold List"
  • Condé Nast Reader’s Cruise Poll Winner for “Top Small Cruise Ships"
  • Condé Nast Reader’s Choice Award for “World’s Top 10 Small Cruise Lines

Hospitality

  • Over 98% guest service satisfaction rates
  • One crew member for every three guests
  • Professionally trained all English-speaking staff
  • Condé Nast “Gold List" winners with highest honours in hospitality
  • Meet and Greet transfers on arrival and departure days

Comfort

  • Staterooms offer beautiful river views, modern amenities and luxury hotel-style beds
  • Meals prepared with the regions’ freshest ingredients by a gourmet culinary staff
  • Intimate ambiance of 130 guests on average
  • Local English-speaking experts leading shore excursions to the hidden treasures of each port.

 
 

Call a Luxury Cruise Specialist on 1300 308 081 and Quote #12233

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