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Castles Along The Rhine

Explore the renowned Rhine River and its many magnificent attractions via your luxury boutique cruise.

Visit some of Europe’s most iconic landmarks and immerse yourself in the cultures and adventures you’ll discover along the scenic Rhine.

Experience your surroundings with dedicated tours or explore the fascinating nooks and crannies of Europe’s vineyards, towns and cathedrals independently. Make the Rhine your holiday home with our Castles Along The Rhine Cruise.

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  • Cruise Line: Uniworld
  • Ship: S.S. Antoinette, River Queen & River Empress
  • Duration: 7 Nights
  • Departure: Sep - Nov & Mar - Nov
£2,399pp
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Castles Along The Rhine Cruise Itinerary

Our 7-night Castles Along The Rhine Cruise delivers an exciting blend of European sceneries and splendour both on-board and off-board your luxury ship. From Switzerland to the Netherlands, enjoy the cultural and architectural glories of each region in peak style and comfort.

Day 1

Basel

Arrive at EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg. 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

Breisach

Enjoy your leisure time before arriving at Breisach, where you can go on a guided tour of an Alsatian wine village and get to taste Kugelhopf, an Alsatian speciality.

A special Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening.

Day 3

Kehl

Embark on a walking tour through the streets of Strasbourg.

Visit the Black Forest or use your free afternoon to explore Strasbourg independently.

Day 4

Mannheim

Experience the Speyer’s Climbing Forest. Or, visit the Technik Museum and its many thousands of exhibits. Visit the Weinessiggut Doktorenhof estate for a vinegar tasting.

Enjoy a drive to Hockenheim. Or, experience a masterful culinary experience with a class taught by an experienced chef. Alternatively, tour Heidelberg.

Day 5

Rüdesheim / Boppard

Visit the Castle Vollrads and sample exquisite wines.

Visit the Niederwald Monument before taking a half-hour hike through the vineyards. Or, take a trip into town.

Stroll through Boppard with a stop for ice cream. Or, cycle along the Rhine promenade.

Hike up to the Gedeonseck.

Day 6

Boppard / Koblenz

Go on a bike tour. Or, visit the Marksburg Castle. Alternatively, visit the Old Town.

Day 7

Cologne

Tour Cologne and its Old Town. Have some delicious treats while you visit the local chocolate museum.

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

Day 8

Amsterdam

Disembark the ship and go to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. If a group departure transfer is included with your cruise package, or if you purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.

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

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

Breisach

Enjoy your leisure time before arriving at Breisach, where you can go on a guided tour of an Alsatian wine village and get to taste Kugelhopf, an Alsatian speciality.

A special Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening.

Day 3

Kehl

Embark on a walking tour through the streets of Strasbourg.

Visit the Black Forest or use your free afternoon to explore Strasbourg independently.

Day 4

Mannheim

Experience the Speyer’s Climbing Forest. Or, visit the Technik Museum and its many thousands of exhibits. Visit the Weinessiggut Doktorenhof estate for a vinegar tasting.

Enjoy a drive to Hockenheim. Or, experience a masterful culinary experience with a class taught by an experienced chef. Alternatively, tour Heidelberg.

Day 5

Rüdesheim / Boppard

Visit the Castle Vollrads and sample exquisite wines.

Visit the Niederwald Monument before taking a half-hour hike through the vineyards. Or, take a trip into town.

Stroll through Boppard with a stop for ice cream. Or, cycle along the Rhine promenade.

Hike up to the Gedeonseck.

Day 6

Boppard / Koblenz

Go on a bike tour. Or, visit the Marksburg Castle. Alternatively, visit the Old Town.

Day 7

Cologne

Tour Cologne and its Old Town. Have some delicious treats while you visit the local chocolate museum.

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

Day 8

Basel

Disembark the ship. If a group departure transfer is included with your cruise package, or if you purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg.

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

About The S.S. Antoinette

Named after an unmistakable icon of splendour, the S.S. Antoinette delivers no less than perfection as Uniworld’s first Super Ship. While you visit historic and breathtaking landmarks, enjoy the world of wonders that await you on your ship. From an on-board cinema to a spa, your ship delivers all you could want and more as you sail across the Rhine.

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Dining

Enjoy the sophistication of fine dining with a trip to the S.S. Antoinette’s on-board restaurant, the Restaurant de Versailles. Sharing the same name as the renowned Palace of Versailles, the restaurant promises luxury and comfort during your mealtimes, as well as a delectable selection of dishes sure to have you coming back for more.

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Accommodation

Each room, from the Grand Suite to the Classic cabin, provides opulence and beauty, alongside 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, towel warmers, 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. Antoinette’s Serenity River Spa, or have a leisurely swim in La Princesse Deck’s swimming pool. Relax in the Salon du Grand Trianon: or, if exercise is your preference, try out the fitness suite’s facilities.

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Deck Plan

Each of the S.S. Antoinette’s four decks guarantee beauty and enjoyment at every turn. From the luxury bedrooms, to the on-board cinema, to the spa, pool and sun deck, you’ll never be left wanting aboard this wonderful vessel.

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About The River Queen

Monarch of the Rhine, the River Queen promises no less than the height of luxury and opulence during your Castles Along The Rhine Cruise. As you cruise through history and culture, spend your leisure time in the fitness suite, relax in the on-board spa, or enjoy reading in the library. However you spend your time, do so in the lap of luxury aboard the River Queen.

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Dining

In terms of dining, the River Queen’s restaurant is located towards the end of the Rhine deck, which should cover all your needs. However, we won't blame you if you fill yourself up on the local cuisine at many of our stops.

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Accommodation

Stateroom options include Suite (215 sq ft), French Balcony (151 sq ft), Deluxe (151 sq ft) and Classic (151 sq ft). Each of these options will include a built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV, heated mirror, plush towels, bathrobes, towels and slippers. Depending on your choice, other amenities may also be available to you.

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Health & Fitness

We get it, simply cruising down the river might not always be the action-packed experience you’re looking for. So for the times you’re unable to get off and explore, the Danube deck gives host to a fitness centre perfect to keep your body moving and the Serenity River Spa for when it's time to wind down after a long day.

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Deck Plan

With an elevator running down the centre, the River Queen has 3 accommodation decks, in order of ascension: Moselle, Danube and Rhine. Danube acts as the main deck, hosting spa and fitness amenities and the Rhine deck boasts the main lounge, bar, reception and restaurant. Higher still you can find the luxurious sun deck perfect for keeping watch on the magnificent views.

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About The River Empress

The matriarch of the cruise ship hierarchy, the River Empress’s name perfectly encapsulates the comfort and grandeur you’ll experience aboard her four decks. From her four lounges to her spa and fitness suite, your ship promises rest and relaxation for all, no matter your preferences.

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  • Accommodation
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  • Deck Plan

Dining

Delve into a delectable array of dishes in the Rhine Deck’s 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 Empress’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 four luxe lounges, a library, a bar, a spa and a fitness suite, there’s fun and relaxation to be had in every region of the glorious River Empress.

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Castles Along The Rhine Deals

Experience the Rhine in all her splendour with Crui.se

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Castles Along The Rhine

Enjoy 7 nights sailing across one of the most revered rivers in the world whilst soaking in the sights on Uniworld’s Castles Along The Rhine Cruise. We’re taking bookings for 2023 and 2024

  • Sep - Nov & Mar - Nov
  • 7 Nights
£2,399pp

Castles Along The Rhine Cruise Review

“I’ve voyaged the Rhine many times with many different cruise companies and I have to say that this cruise has been the best. My cabin was the most comfortable I’ve ever slept in because it had more amenities than any cruise has provided in the past. I made great use of the tea and coffee station as well as the library. I didn’t spend all my time on the ship, though. I thoroughly enjoyed the excursions into the countries we visited, I was a big fan of the Technik Museum. Will be booking a cruise with Uniworld again.”

Desmond Baker, Ely, Cambridgeshire

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Castles Along The Rhine FAQ

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

Can children attend the Castles Along The Rhine Cruise?

Yes, they can. We offer a vast array of excursions for the whole family to enjoy with the Generations Program, which provides fun activities for children and adults to experience during the cruise.

Which countries will we be visiting on this cruise?

The countries you’ll visit are Switzerland, Germany, France, and the Netherlands.

Will there be plenty to do off-ship as well as on-ship?

Yes, there will be! You have many amenities at your disposal aboard your ship. Furthermore, you have a colourful spectrum of excursions to choose from, as well as free time to explore your surroundings.

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