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European Jewels

Sail across the famed Danube River and experience the many marvels situated along her shores.

Immerse yourself in fairytale European landscapes as you take to the Danube, from the Schönbrunn Palace to the many vineyards of Europe.

Sample local delicacies; taste exclusive wines; see history first-hand with the European Jewels Cruise. No wish is too grand when you’re sailing in the lap of luxury!

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  • Cruise Line: Uniworld
  • Ship: River Duchess & S.S. Beatrice
  • Duration: 15 Nights
  • Departure: Sep - Oct & Apr - Oct
£5,699pp
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European Jewels River Cruise Itinerary

Tour the many fascinating sites and locations of your European Jewels Cruise. Visit the masterfully opulent Schönbrunn Palace, or hike through the scenic European countryside and view nature in its purest form. Spend your leisure time relaxing on your ship or exploring your surroundings: you’ll never be short of exceptional locations and activities on your cruise.

Day 1

Budapest

Arrive at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. You will be met by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the ship if your cruise package includes a group arrival transfer or if you bought a private arrival transfer.

Day 2

Budapest

Enjoy a tour of Andrassy Avenue, Gellért Hill and the Parliament building. Or, tour Budapest and enjoy delicious refreshments along the way.

Alternatively, tour the Jewish Quarter of Budapest with a stop for treats. Or, tour Erzsebet Square and the surrounding town with the opportunity to taste delectable food and beverages.

Enjoy a Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner in the evening.

Day 3

Vienna

Join an exclusive tour of the Schönbrunn Palace after closing time.

Day 4

Vienna

Tour the Habsburg’s collection of exquisite art at the Vienna Art History Museum. Or, see the most prominent landmarks of Vienna with an extensive tour.

Enjoy a private Mozart and Strauss concert. Or, sample Vienna’s delicacies with a culinary walking tour.

Day 5

Weissenkirchen

Go on a group hike through the vineyards. Alternatively, tour the village of Weissenkirchen before indulging in a wine tasting. Or, visit Melk Abbey and its stunning library.

Day 6

Passau

Enjoy a walking tour of Passau. Or, cycle along the Inn River.

Day 7

Regensburg

Delight in a walking tour of Regensburg. Or, visit a hops field and enjoy a beer tasting.

Day 8

Nuremberg

Tour the Faber-Castell headquarters. Or, tour Nuremberg and its WWII rally grounds and the Documentation Centre.

Day 9

Bamberg

Marvel at landmarks and monuments with a walking tour of Bamberg. Or, enjoy a day in a quaint Franconian village complete with a wine tasting.

Day 10

Würzburg

Tour the mediaeval fairytale landscapes of Rothenburg with a chance to sample German cuisine. Or, tour the Würzburg Residence and its Court Gardens.

Enjoy an active, scenic walk through Rothenburg.

Day 11

Wertheim

Enjoy a walk through Wertheim with the promise of delicious local treats. Or, go on a bike tour through Wertheim.

Day 12

Frankfurt

Delight in a walking tour of Frankfurt with stops for treats along the way. Or, visit Heidelberg Castle.

Day 13

Rüdesheim

Explore the wine village of Rüdesheim and the Niederwald Monument. Or, enjoy a guided tour of the Eberbach Abbey followed by a wine tasting.

Day 14

Cologne

See the magnificent sights of Cologne with a walking tour of the city.

Enjoy a Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner in the evening.

Day 15

Amsterdam

Visit the historic Zaanse Schans, where land was reclaimed from the sea via windmills pumping water away.

Day 16

Amsterdam

Disembark your ship. You will be transferred to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol for your flight if your cruise package includes a group departure transfer or if you bought a private departure transfer.

Day 1

Amsterdam

Arrive at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. You will be met by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the ship if your cruise package includes a group arrival transfer or if you bought a private arrival transfer.

Day 2

Amsterdam

Visit the historic Zaanse Schans, where land was reclaimed from the sea via windmills pumping water away.

Day 3

Cologne

See the magnificent sights of Cologne with a walking tour of the city.

Enjoy a Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner in the evening.

Day 4

Rüdesheim

Explore the wine village of Rüdesheim and the Niederwald Monument. Or, enjoy a guided tour of the Eberbach Abbey followed by a wine tasting.

Day 5

Frankfurt

Delight in a walking tour of Frankfurt with stops for treats along the way. Or, visit Heidelberg Castle.

Day 6

Wertheim

Enjoy a walk through Wertheim with the promise of delicious local treats. Or, go on a bike tour through Wertheim.

Day 7

Würzburg

Tour the mediaeval fairytale landscapes of Rothenburg with a chance to sample German cuisine. Or, tour the Würzburg Residence and its Court Gardens.

Enjoy an active, scenic walk through Rothenburg.

Day 8

Bamberg

Marvel at landmarks and monuments with a walking tour of Bamberg. Or, enjoy a day in a quaint Franconian village complete with a wine tasting.

Day 9

Nuremberg

Tour the Faber-Castell headquarters. Or, tour Nuremberg and its WWII rally grounds and the Documentation Centre.

Day 10

Regensburg

Delight in a walking tour of Regensburg. Or, visit a hops field and enjoy a beer tasting.

Day 11

Passau

Enjoy a walking tour of Passau. Or, cycle along the Inn River.

Day 12

Weissenkirchen

Go on a group hike through the vineyards. Alternatively, tour the village of Weissenkirchen before indulging in a wine tasting. Or, visit Melk Abbey and its stunning library.

Day 13

Vienna

Tour the Habsburg’s collection of exquisite art at the Vienna Art History Museum. Or, see the most prominent landmarks of Vienna with an extensive tour.

Enjoy a private Mozart and Strauss concert. Or, sample Vienna’s delicacies with a culinary walking tour.

Day 14

Vienna

Join an exclusive tour of the Schönbrunn Palace after closing time.

Day 15

Budapest

Enjoy a tour of Andrassy Avenue, Gellért Hill and the Parliament building. Or, tour Budapest and enjoy delicious refreshments along the way.

Alternatively, tour the Jewish Quarter of Budapest with a stop for treats. Or, tour Erzsebet Square and the surrounding town with the opportunity to taste delectable food and beverages.

Enjoy a Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner in the evening.

Day 16

Budapest

Disembark your ship. You will be transferred to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport for your flight if your cruise package includes a group departure transfer or if you bought a private departure transfer.

Or, if you bought the Budapest post-cruise extension, continue your voyage.

About The River Duchess

The River Duchess welcomes you aboard the cruise of a lifetime with her many wonders. Socialise in the lounges, relax at the spa, try out the fitness suite, or treat yourself to a drink at the bar and a sunset on the sun deck. No matter where you are on the ship, you’ll always be at the centre of style and comfort.

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Dining

Enjoy an exquisite array of dishes in the Rhine Deck’s Palace Restaurant.

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Accommodation

Each room provides a host of amenities. All rooms are equipped with handmade Savoir® Beds, a built-in closet, a hair dryer, a safe, a thermostat, and a flat-screen television with infotainment centre and satellite, as well as a marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, soft towels, a heated mirror, a backlit magnifying mirror, and luxury bathrobes and slippers.

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Health & Fitness

After a long day of adventure and enjoyment, pay a visit to the River Duchess’s Serenity River Spa. Or, if exercise is your preference, try out the fitness suite’s facilities.

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Deck Plan

With four decks filled with elegant lounges, a spa and a fitness suite, there’s fun and relaxation to be had in every region of the unrivalled River Duchess.

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About The S.S. Beatrice

Board the S.S. Beatrice and marvel at all her splendour from her hand-crafted upholstery to her masterful art pieces from Pablo Picasso, Alexander Calder, and Pino Signoretto. The S.S. Beatrice comes complete with a spa, fitness suite and bar, ensuring that you’ll always have something to look forward to aboard this elegant vessel.

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Dining

Enjoy an exquisite array of dishes in the ship’s main restaurant, Mozart’s. Or, for a lighter meal, try the café Schubert’s, or perhaps indulge in some local delicacies at Max’s restaurant. Max’s also offers cooking classes where guests will have the chance to create local European cuisines. Alternatively, try Wolfgang’s bar and lounge for a delicious place to socialise with other guests.

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Accommodation

Each room provides a host of amenities. All rooms are equipped with handmade Savoir® Beds, a built-in closet, a hair dryer, a safe, a thermostat, and a flat-screen television with infotainment centre and satellite, as well as a marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, soft towels, a heated mirror, a backlit magnifying mirror, and luxury bathrobes and slippers.

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Health & Fitness

After a long day of adventure and enjoyment, pay a visit to the S.S. Beatrice’s Serenity River Spa. Or, if exercise is your preference, try out the fitness suite’s facilities.

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Deck Plan

With luxury spanning four decks, the S.S. Beatrice offers comfort at every turn with her on-board spa, lounge, bar, four separate dining areas, and opulent cabins.

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European Jewels Deals

Discover the crowning glories of Europe with the European Jewels Cruise

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  • 16

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  • 4

    Countries Visited

  • Post & Pre-Cruise Extension Options

European Jewels

Embrace the opulent charm of some of Europe’s most architecturally and culturally significant regions on the European Jewels Cruise by Uniworld. We’re taking bookings for 2023 and 2024

  • Sep - Oct & Apr - Oct
  • 15 Nights
£5,699pp

European Jewels Cruise Review

“Me and my wife have never been cruising before, but we decided to treat ourselves with this European Jewels cruise and we are absolutely delighted. The cabin was superb as were the amenities onboard. Me and my wife loved the spa but I must admit we spent most of our time in the different eating areas. We even took part in a cooking class! The excursions were also very fun and I would recommend them to anyone looking to get to know Europe a bit more especially if you like architecture or history.”

Dominick and Samantha Howell, City of Westminster, London

European Jewels FAQ

Find answers to some of the most common questions about river cruising here.

Which countries will we be visiting on this cruise ?

You will be visiting The Netherlands, Germany, Austria and Hungary.

Will I get to sample local food during the cruise?

Yes, you will have ample opportunity to taste local delicacies during the European Jewels Cruise via a choice of excursions available to you on the itinerary.

Will we be visiting historical sites during the cruise?

If you choose to do so, yes. You can visit multiple sites of historical interest during the European Jewels Cruise, which will be listed on your itinerary.

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