UNIWORLD Boutique River Cruises
On every Uniworld boutique river cruise there's a moment when it becomes clear. Perhaps that moment comes when you are relaxing in the luxurious comfort of your well-appointed stateroom or suite.
Perhaps it comes when you savour another culinary masterpiece prepared by a Master Chef. Maybe it comes when you're discovering the jewels of Europe. It is the moment when you realise that this journey is not like anything you have experienced before - and beyond anything you could have expected.
River cruising with Unworld is one of the most luxurious ways to travel and experience the world. Enjoy the convenience of a traditional cruise, combined with the charm and intimacy of exploring destinations by river. Uniworld believe to offer a true luxury experience, everything you should ever need has to be included. The luxury and convenience of an all-inclusive river cruise is unmatched, and no one does all-inclusive luxury like Uniworld..
Fine Dining
River Views
Suite Life
Friendly Service
What to expect onboard a Uniworld River Cruise with The Cruise Specialists
All tips, both onboard and ashore
Scheduled airport transfers
In-suite butler service
All meals and unlimited beverages
Personalised shore excursions
Internet & WiFi access On Board
The Most Personal Service
Compliments of the most tenured crew on the rivers.
Service is at the heart of everything Uniworld do. They treat guests like family–a philosophy instilled in their company culture as a family-owned business with 100 years in the hospitality industry. It’s the driving force behind their guest-centric atmosphere and the reason you leave your cruise feeling like part of the family.
The Most All-Inclusive Amenities
Finely tailored to your tastes
There’s all-inclusive, and then there’s the unmatched level of inclusive luxurious amenities that only Uniworld provide. To ensure truly carefree and effortless travel, Uniworld has gone ahead and included it all–so the only thing you have to do is sit back, relax and enjoy your holiday.
Wanderlust Meets Wellness
Onboard and onshore
All Uniworld cruises feature several options to get up, get going and stay fit, both onboard and onshore. Uniworld’s seasoned wellness experts have an average tenure of ten years with Uniworld and continuously hone their craft with annual Ayurveda yoga and other trainings. They are there to lend their expertise to you.
Luxury Floating Boutique Hotels
That brings your destinations onboard
Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection is modelled after their sister company, the five-star Red Carnation Hotel Collection. Their collection of boutique hotels is known for destination-inspired interior décor, gracious service and carefully selected amenities—all of which provide an intimate, elegant and relaxed experience.
Likewise, Uniworld’s boutique river cruise ships are stylish floating hotels with inviting spaces, exquisite antiques, custom fabrics and original works of art.
European River Cruises
7 night river cruise
Douro River Valley
Roundtrip Porto | 2024 and 2025 departures
As you follow the Douro River through Portugal and into Spain, you’ll cruise past steeply terraced hillsides, quaint villages and acres of ripe vineyards. Enjoy private tastings of Port. Explore Porto’s historic Ribeira district, home to iconic rabelo boats, cutting-edge cuisine and a thriving art scene. Wind your way through the dramatic landscapes of the UNESCO-designated Douro Valley, heading ashore to visit charming quintas and meet the winemakers who operate them. See the famous university of Salamanca, Spain, visit the mountaintop village of Castelo Rodrigo, and discover historic Guimarães. There’s no better way to discover Europe’s best-kept secret than this scenic and all-inclusive river cruise!
7 night river cruise
Delightful Danube
Budapest to Nuremberg | 2024 and 2025 departures
Experience dynamic Budapest and imperial Vienna. Marvel at ravishing scenery as your luxurious ship glides through the Wachau Valley, celebrated as one of the world’s most beautiful landscapes, into Germany and past charming Bavarian villages. Exclusive treasures are plentiful on this delightful journey. This enchanting voyage provides a variety of ways to enjoy captivating destinations as well as plenty of time to relax onboard as you sail from Budapest to Nuremberg.
7 night river cruise
Paris and Normandy
Roundtrip Paris | 2024 and 2025 departures
Cruise from Paris through Normandy’s countryside, uncovering its many charms: Château de La Roche-Guyon, the medieval capital of Rouen, Monet’s beloved home in Giverny and the famed Normandy beaches.
Experience a different side of Northern France’s history with a tour of the majestic palace of Versailles, once home to Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette.
See the best of Paris in one of three ways: via panoramic tour, a bicycle ride along the Seine, or a walk through the Latin Quarter with a local guide. There are plenty of opportunities to take part in more active experiences, such as golfing atop the cliffs of Étretat, perched on the cliff high above the sea, making playing golf here a memorable experience and visual feast.
15 night river cruise
European Jewels
Budapest to Amsterdam | 2024 departures
From exotic Budapest, “Queen of the Danube,” to imperial Vienna, “City of Waltzes,” to the sky-high spires of Cologne’s Gothic cathedral—centuries of intriguing history and culture unfold before your eyes. The Melk Abbey’s great library overlooking the Danube and the Würzburg Residence’s soaring ceiling fresco by Tiepolo will leave you mesmerized. And throughout your journey, tantalize your senses with exclusive wine, apricot brandy and beer tastings, along with regional culinary delicacies. Discover the grand sweep of history and the dynamic present along legendary rivers on a magnificent journey that gives you the best of Europe’s great treasures as well as off-the-beaten-path gems.
7 night river cruise
Castles Along The Rhine
Basel to Amsterdam | 2024 and 2025 departures
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 the impressive Rheinstein Castle. Visit historic cities, including ancient Cologne and picturesque Strasbourg; stroll through the fairytale town of Rüdesheim; and taste delightful white wines in the villages where the grapes are grown.
9 night river cruise
Highlights of Eastern Europe
Budapest to Bucharest | 2024 and 2025 departures
Immerse yourself in new cultures as you travel from splendid Budapest to dynamic Bucharest, discovering the best that the revitalized nations of Eastern Europe have to offer along the way.
Gaze in wonder at the lofty spires of Hungary’s Parliament Building as it rises majestically above the Danube in Budapest. Sit down for friendly, intimate meals with farmers in Croatia and enthusiastic locals in Bulgaria. Uncover scores of little-known treasures and step back in time to investigate the history and legends along the Danube.
Who will love this cruise? Explorers wishing to discover ancient lands and modern multicultural cities. Photographers, amateur archaeologists, connoisseurs of regional cuisines, and anyone who loves beautiful and mysterious locales.