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Portraits of Eastern Europe
A combination of two Uniworld River Cruises, Delightful Danube & Prague and Highlights of Eastern Europe, this 18-night cruise visits eight countries and takes an in-depth look at the Old World of Eastern Europe hidden for decades by the Communist regime.
Explore five capital cities in Central and Eastern Europe on this Danube River Cruise. Discover historic towns, quaint villages, stunning Baroque abbeys, and mediaeval cathedrals. Enjoy picture-perfect scenery, witness regional crafts and traditions, and spend time with local families.
Enjoy your time on the water just as much as on land and luxuriate in the elegant interiors of the River Duchess, a Uniworld Super Ship. Enjoy award-winning gourmet cuisine in the Palace Restaurant, and a Fitness Suite, Spa, and library for leisure time.
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Cruise Line: Uniworld -
Ship: River Duchess, S.S. Beatrice -
Duration: 18 Nights
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Departure: Apr - Oct
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Portraits of Eastern Europe Cruise Itinerary
Discover Old Europe on this 18-night cruise, which travels the majestic Danube River through eight countries and five capital cities. Discover historic towns, quaint villages, and ancient archaeological sites with a chance to savour regional culture and traditions and meet local families. Enjoy luxury and comfort on board two Uniworld Super Ships with spacious suites and staterooms, international dining, and modern leisure facilities to suit every traveller’s needs.
Day 1
Prague, Czech Republic
Arrive at Prague Václav Havel Airport. Meet your Uniworld representative and transfer to a hotel in the city.
Day 2
Prague, Czech Republic
The historical capital of Bohemia, Prague, has always been a melting pot of artists, writers, scientists, and composers. Guests enjoy a panoramic city tour and visit St. Vitus Cathedral, the iconic Golden Lane, and historic Wenceslas Square.
Day 3
Prague, Czech Republic – Nuremberg, Germany
Leave Prague and travel by coach to Nuremberg where your luxury cruise ship awaits moored in the heart of the city.
Day 4
Regensburg, Germany
Take a three-hour tour of Bavaria’s first capital, a treasure trove of history and architecture. Visit the Old Town with the Porta Praetoria Roman ruins, Old Stone Bridge, and St. Peter’s Cathedral. Tonight, enjoy the Captain’s Welcome Dinner.
Day 5
Passau, Germany
Known as the City of Three Rivers, Passau is a compact yet vibrant city with all the charm of a traditional Bavarian village. Guests visit a local berry farm or meet a Passau family and share a meal at home. There is also a hike to the Veste Oberhaus.
Day 6
Passau, Germany – Engelhartszell, Grein, Austria
Enjoy a scenic highlight on the Danube, the Schlögener Schlinge, a famous hairpin loop with serene river views. Choose a bike ride through Passau and Engelhartszell amongst the stunning countryside of the picturesque Danube Valley.
Day 7
Grein, Emmersdorf (Spitz), Tulln, Vienna, Austria
Dock in Emmersdorf and travel to the charming town of Spitz, famous for its grapes and wine. Enjoy a tasting with a local wine expert at Spitz’s shipping and maritime museum. Later, cruise the beautiful Wachau Valley, a World Heritage Landscape.
Day 8
Vienna, Austria
The heart of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, Vienna has much to offer the art lover and gourmand. Take a walking tour showcasing both aspects of this beautiful city, including the Kinsky Palace and St. Stephen’s Cathedral, plus a stop for coffee and strudel.
Day 9
Budapest, Hungary
Buda and Pest each have distinctive characters and flavours, located on opposite sides of the Danube. There’s a choice of excursions, including a city walk through the eyes of a local, a Jewish Heritage excursion, or a panoramic driving tour.
Day 10
Budapest, Hungary
Say goodbye to some of your fellow passengers who are heading home and spend another day exploring historic Budapest. There is a special visit to the Unicum Distillery, producing a unique tonic containing more than 40 herbs.
Day 11
Budapest, Hungary
Discover Communist Budapest, 40 years under the Soviet-backed Hungarian People’s Republic, a one-party Socialist state. Go back in time with a history tour at the Retro Interactive Museum, drive by Heroes’ Square, and visit Gellért Hill.
Day 12
Mohacs, Batina, Vukovar, Croatia
Head to Karanac, a rural village where guests learn about traditional Croatian crafts. Later, visit the Vučedol Museum, home to archaeological treasures, and then travel to historic Vukovar. Lunch is either at a local restaurant or in a Croatian family home.
Day 13
Belgrade, Serbia
Belgrade is one of Europe’s oldest cities. Choose a city tour by coach or bike, both of which reveal varied architectural styles. Visit the Karadjordjevic Dynasty Palace. There is a private evening visit and concert at the National Museum of Serbia.
Day 14
Golubac, The Iron Gates, Serbia
Cruise the breathtaking Iron Gates, a series of scenic gorges through the Carpathian and Balkan Mountains. Later, head ashore to the beautifully preserved and medieval Golubac Castle and then visit Lepenski Vir, a prehistoric archaeological site.
Day 15
Vidin, Bulgaria
Arrive at the medieval port of Vidin. There is an excursion to the fascinating Belogradchik rock formations, over 200 million years old, or guests can opt to visit the Dos Alamos Winery in Negovanovtsi, with a chance to sample the local vintages.
Day 16
Ruse, Bulgaria
Ruse is known as ‘Little Vienna’ due to its elegant 19th-century architecture. Choose a walking tour of Ruse or visit historic Veliko Tarnovo, twice the capital of Bulgaria, with its beautiful Nativity Church. Tonight, enjoy the Captain’s Farewell Dinner.
Day 17
Giurgiu (Disembark), Transfer to Bucharest, Romania
Disembark your luxury ship in Giurgiu and take a scenic drive through the countryside to Bucharest with a panoramic city tour and visit the People’s Palace. Check into a five-star hotel in the heart of Romania’s capital.
Day 18
Bucharest, Romania
Enjoy a free day to explore in Bucharest. There is a Masterpiece Collection excursion to the Ceausescu Mansion, home of the Communist leader, or visit the tomb of Vlad the Impaler on an island in the lake at the 1930s Snagov Palace.
Day 19
Bucharest, Romania
Today, check out of your hotel and transfer to Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport for return flights to the UK.
Day 1
Bucharest, Romania
Arrive at Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport. Meet your Uniworld representative and transfer to a hotel in the city.
Day 2
Bucharest, Romania
Enjoy a free day to explore in Bucharest. There is a Masterpiece Collection excursion to the Ceausescu Mansion, home of the Communist leader, or visit the tomb of Vlad the Impaler on an island in the lake at the 1930s Snagov Palace.
Day 3
Giurgiu (Disembark), Transfer to Bucharest, Romania
Disembark your luxury ship in Giurgiu and take a scenic drive through the countryside to Bucharest with a panoramic city tour and visit the People’s Palace. Check into a five-star hotel in the heart of Romania’s capital.
Day 4
Ruse, Bulgaria
Ruse is known as ‘Little Vienna’ due to its elegant 19th-century architecture. Choose a walking tour of Ruse or visit historic Veliko Tarnovo, twice the capital of Bulgaria, with its beautiful Nativity Church. Tonight, enjoy the Captain’s Farewell Dinner.
Day 5
Vidin, Bulgaria
Arrive at the medieval port of Vidin. There is an excursion to the fascinating Belogradchik rock formations, over 200 million years old, or guests can opt to visit the Dos Alamos Winery in Negovanovtsi, with a chance to sample the local vintages.
Day 6
Golubac, The Iron Gates, Serbia
Cruise the breathtaking Iron Gates, a series of scenic gorges through the Carpathian and Balkan Mountains. Later, head ashore to the beautifully preserved and medieval Golubac Castle and then visit Lepenski Vir, a prehistoric archaeological site.
Day 7
Belgrade, Serbia
Belgrade is one of Europe’s oldest cities. Choose a city tour by coach or bike, both of which reveal varied architectural styles. Visit the Karadjordjevic Dynasty Palace. There is a private evening visit and concert at the National Museum of Serbia.
Day 8
Mohacs, Batina, Vukovar, Croatia
Head to Karanac, a rural village where guests learn about traditional Croatian crafts. Later, visit the Vučedol Museum, home to archaeological treasures, and then travel to historic Vukovar. Lunch is either at a local restaurant or in a Croatian family home.
Day 9
Budapest, Hungary
Discover Communist Budapest, 40 years under the Soviet-backed Hungarian People’s Republic, a one-party Socialist state. Go back in time with a history tour at the Retro Interactive Museum, drive by Heroes’ Square, and visit Gellért Hill.
Day 10
Budapest, Hungary
Say goodbye to some of your fellow passengers who are heading home and spend another day exploring historic Budapest. There is a special visit to the Unicum Distillery, producing a unique tonic containing more than 40 herbs.
Day 11
Budapest, Hungary
Buda and Pest each have distinctive characters and flavours, located on opposite sides of the Danube. There’s a choice of excursions, including a city walk through the eyes of a local, a Jewish Heritage excursion, or a panoramic driving tour.
Day 12
Vienna, Austria
The heart of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, Vienna has much to offer the art lover and gourmand. Take a walking tour showcasing both aspects of this beautiful city, including the Kinsky Palace and St. Stephen’s Cathedral, plus a stop for coffee and strudel.
Day 13
Grein, Emmersdorf (Spitz), Tulln, Vienna, Austria
Dock in Emmersdorf and travel to the charming town of Spitz, famous for its grapes and wine. Enjoy a tasting with a local wine expert at Spitz’s shipping and maritime museum. Later, cruise the beautiful Wachau Valley, a World Heritage Landscape.
Day 14
Passau, Germany – Engelhartszell, Grein, Austria
Enjoy a scenic highlight on the Danube, the Schlögener Schlinge, a famous hairpin loop with serene river views. Choose a bike ride through Passau and Engelhartszell amongst the stunning countryside of the picturesque Danube Valley.
Day 15
Passau, Germany
Known as the City of Three Rivers, Passau is a compact yet vibrant city with all the charm of a traditional Bavarian village. Guests visit a local berry farm or meet a Passau family and share a meal at home. There is also a hike to the Veste Oberhaus.
Day 16
Regensburg, Germany
Take a three-hour tour of Bavaria’s first capital, a treasure trove of history and architecture. Visit the Old Town with the Porta Praetoria Roman ruins, Old Stone Bridge, and St. Peter’s Cathedral. Tonight, enjoy the Captain’s Welcome Dinner.
Day 17
Prague, Czech Republic – Nuremberg, Germany
Leave Prague and travel by coach to Nuremberg where your luxury cruise ship awaits moored in the heart of the city.
Day 18
Prague, Czech Republic
The historical capital of Bohemia, Prague, has always been a melting pot of artists, writers, scientists, and composers. Guests enjoy a panoramic city tour and visit St. Vitus Cathedral, the iconic Golden Lane, and historic Wenceslas Square.
Day 19
Prague, Czech Republic
Today, check out of your hotel and transfer to Prague Václav Havel Airport for return flights to the UK.
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Portraits of Eastern Europe FAQ
Where will the ship dock?
Uniworld ships generally dock within easy walking distance of the town or city you are visiting. Docking is prescribed by the local harbour authorities, so Uniworld cannot choose the exact location.
Is there a laundry service available on board the ship?
Most of Uniworld’s vessels offer a self-service guest laundry with an ironing board or an in-suite laundry service for an extra charge. Our website has detailed listings for each ship so you can see the services available.
Can I smoke on board the River Duchess?
Smoking is allowed on the ship’s Sun Deck but nowhere else on the River Duchess; this includes other public areas, suites, and staterooms. The smoking ban includes e-cigarettes and vape devices as well as tobacco products. Smoking is also banned on coach tours and in many port destinations and tourist attractions.
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