Castles Along the Rhine with Uniworld

8 days

02 Nov 25 to 09 Nov 25

Book by 31 May 25

Explore the enchanting beauty of the legendary Rhine River. Cruise along its banks, where Germany and France meet, and uncover the rich heritage of Alsace, known for its exquisite cuisine and ancient winemaking traditions. Marvel at well-preserved castles, with a special visit to the never-destroyed Marksburg Castle, and enjoy historical cities like Cologne and Strasbourg. Wander through the charming Rüdesheim, and savor white wines in the vineyard villages.

Includes

8 Day Uniworld Boutique River Cruise
7-night cruise in a classic riverview stateroom on S.S. Elisabeth
Delicious, five-star, farm-to-table cuisine: 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 7 dinners
Captain’s Welcome and Farewell Receptions
Welcome and Farewell Gala Dinners
Unlimited premium spirits and wines on-board, including fine wine, beer, spirits, soft drinks, specialty coffee and tea, and mineral water
6 days of excursions, including "Choice Is Yours" options, all fully hosted by English-speaking local experts
Onboard entertainment and enrichment
All gratuities on-board
Onboard fitness centre and wellness classes with a certified wellness instructor
Use of bicycles and Nordic walking sticks for onshore use
Shipwide internet and wi-fi access
Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager
State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio- headset system on all shore excursions
Mandatory port charges of R4,000 per person

Excludes

Flights
Arrival / departure transfers
Visas
Travel Insurance
Items of a personal nature

Extras

Note
The itineraries presented are subject to modification due to water levels, closures because of public holidays or other uncontrollable factors. Every effort will be made to operate programs as planned, but changes may still be necessary throughout the cruise. This day-to-day schedule is subject to change. Your final day-to-day schedule will be provided onboard on the first day of your cruise.

Highlights

7-night cruise onboard S.S. Elisabeth
All meals onboard
Unlimited premium spirits and wines on-board
Carefully curated excursions

Itinerary

Day 1: Amsterdam, Embark

Arrive at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. If your cruise package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the ship.

Day 2: Cologne

History buffs will enjoy an expertly led tour through Cologne’s Old Town, where three medieval gates remain standing, as does the old city hall with its Renaissance façade. Wander through the city’s historical center and take in its charming atmosphere, narrow alleyways flanked by old houses, and countless breweries. No matter how you choose to explore Old Town, you’ll also have ample free time to explore on your own. A special Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening.

Day 3: Koblenz, Boppard

Get to know Koblenz, a historic town with a colorful past and eclectic architecture, and enjoy a visit to the stunningly medieval Marksburg Castle.

Day 4: Boppard, Rüdesheim

Experience Germany’s fabled Rhine River in beautiful Rüdesheim. Enjoy a private tasting of estate-grown Rieslings at Castle Vollrads or explore Rüdesheim and the impressive Niederwald monument.

Day 5: Germersheim

Speyer—“spire” in English—is well named, since the four red towers of the Romanesque cathedral dominate the Old Town.

Day 6: Kehl (Strasbourg)

See Strasbourg on foot with an insightful local expert, where 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. If you’re feeling adventurous, take advantage of Uniworld’s bicycles or Nordic walking sticks and explore the banks of the river. You have the entire afternoon to see more of Strasbourg on your own.

Day 7: Breisach

Breisach is your gateway to the Alsatian wine road and your launching point for an excursion along the celebrated Route des Vins, which hugs the foothills of the Vosges mountain range. A special Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening.

Day 8: Basel, Disembark

Disembark the ship. If your cruise package includes a group departure transfer or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg for your flight home (unless, of course, you’ve decided to extend your trip with the post-cruise extension to lovely Lake Lucerne).

Ship info

S.S. Elisabeth

Joining the Uniworld fleet in 2025, the S.S. Elisabeth is designed as a luxurious sister ship to the S.S. Victoria.

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Terms & conditions

Prices are per person twin share, include discounts, and are subject to availability and rate of exchange changes. Offers above are a guide only and will vary depending on departure date, our guide price is based on the cheapest departure within the stipulated season and availability is correct at time of loading. Visas may be necessary and insurance is essential. Pentravel and Tour Operator terms and conditions apply, and can be requested. Excludes flights, transfers, visas, travel insurance and anything not mentioned. Savings are not valid on all itineraries and/or departure dates, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. High season supplements and block out dates may apply, pricing varies pending departure date. Package excludes flights. You can do optional free-time add-on experiences in your free time and pay for them as you travel (additional costs apply). Uniworld reserves the right to withdraw promotional offers and adjust savings anytime. All savings / discounts mentioned have already been included in the advertised price. Savings featured are for cruise or cruise/tour only and is not applicable to airfare, extensions or other optional vacation add-ons. Savings are not combinable with other public offers. Offer is capacity controlled and may be modified or withdrawn at any time. Other restrictions may apply. SAVE 40% per person. Book by 31 May 2025 to be eligible for this offer. Note: Reduced pricing shown above is inclusive of The Great River Cruise Sale discount. Pentravel and Tour Operator reserves the right to withdraw or amend promotional offers at any time. Offer requires payment in full at time of booking and is valid for new, individual bookings on select 2024 itineraries, departure dates, and stateroom categories only. These packages are based on CASH price. E&OE;.

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