Every season holds special delights for world travelers, but fall and winter sailing season holds a special place in our hearts. It’s pure magic, and especially suited to travel with family and friends. Europe’s holiday market season, in particular, is the perfect crowd-pleaser, delighting travelers of all ages in equal measure.
Join Uniworld for our fall and winter sailings aboard our floating boutique hotels to discover what it’s like to travel through Europe in all-inclusive luxury:
• Outstanding service from our crew who live by the motto, “No request is too large, No detail too small”
• The highest quality of all-inclusive amenities, including free-flowing premium wines, beers, spirits and cocktails
• Riverview staterooms with handmade Savoir® beds and marble bathrooms
• Suites with butler service, stocked bars, bathtubs and sitting areas (amenities vary by suite)
• Multiple dining venues serving delicious, farm-to-table cuisine
• Destination-inspired décor emphasized with thoughtful touches from local artisans
8 Days • Basel to Amsterdam
• S.S. Antoinette, River Queen or River Empress
Experience fall in four different countries as you sail by dozens of German castles nestled into the hillsides along the Rhine on one of our most popular classic itineraries.
Port Highlights: Amsterdam, Cologne, Koblenz, Boppard, Rüdesheim, Breisach, Basel
11 Days
• Amsterdam to Basel
• River Empress
This itinerary features our Jewish Heritage Program on every sailing, with one special departure on September 2nd for a “Letters From Brno” screening and a Q&A with the creator.
Port Highlights: Amsterdam, Harlingen, Cologne, Frankfurt, Speyer, Strasbourg, Basel
Zurich, Switzerland
10 Days
• Nuremberg to Zurich
• River Princess
Immerse in some of the most scenic locales in Europe, from the lakeside city of Zurich to the river valleys of Germany. Quaint medieval towns and wine regions await on this journey by cruise and land.
Port Highlights: Nuremberg, Bamberg, Volkach, Würzburg, Frankfurt, Strasbourg, Basel, Zurich
10 Days
• Frankfurt to Frankfurt
Frankfurt, Germany
• River Queen
Serenity is the standout theme. Visit this gorgeous destination in the fall for crisp autumn air and enjoy the opportunity to sample local wines during harvest season in Rüdesheim.
Port Highlights: Frankfurt, Cochem, Trier, Luxembourg, Bernkastel, Rüdesheim, Speyer, Rastatt
10 Days
• Budapest to Prague
Vienna, Austria
• S.S. Beatrice or River Duchess
The bohemian cities of Budapest and Prague take center stage on this journey through European history, art, cuisine and culture. Includes Jewish Heritage Program excursions.
Port Highlights: Budapest, Vienna, Engelhartszell, Passau, Regensburg, Nuremberg, Prague
8 Days
• Budapest to Passau
10 Days
• Vienna to Prague
• River Princess
Prague, Czech Republic
From the mesmerizing imperial cities of Vienna and Prague to the golden slopes of the Wachau Valley, this fall voyage on the Danube inspires awe at every step. Experience this region to the fullest.
Port Highlights: Vienna, Engelhartszell, Passau, Vilshofen, Regensburg, Nuremberg, Prague
Dürnstein, Austria
• S.S. Maria Theresa or S.S. Beatrice
The true quintessential Danube River cruise, this trip is our top recommendation for first-time visitors to the region. This journey in Central Europe provides the perfect tasting menu of four countries.
Port Highlights: Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Dürnstein, Melk, Linz, Salzburg, Passau
10 Days
• Budapest to Bucharest
Budapest, Hungary
• River Duchess or S.S. Beatrice
Few travelers can say they’ve been to the lesser-visited European destinations of Bulgaria, Croatia, Hungary, Romania, and Serbia, but you can cross all of these off your list on one incredible journey.
Port Highlights: Budapest, Osijek, Belgrade, Golubac, Vidin, Veliko Tarnovo, Ruse, Bucharest
8 Days
• Paris to Paris
• S.S. Joie de Vivre
Did you know that Normandy is full of apple orchards? Visit northern France during apple harvest season and see one of the world’s most popular destinations during a less busy time of year.
Port Highlights: Paris, Vernon, Giverny, Rouen, Caudebec-en-Caux, Normandy Beaches, Versailles
8 Days • Bordeaux to Bordeaux
• S.S. Bon Voyage
Bordeaux, France
Bike, sail or drive by rows upon rows of auburn-tinged vines, sip your way through some of the best vineyards France has to offer and stroll the stalls of farmers markets on this indulgent river cruise.
Port Highlights: Bordeaux, Cadillac, Cussac-Fort-Médoc, Blaye, Libourne, Saint-Émilion
Venice, Italy
10 Days • Milan to Venice • S.S. La Venezia
September and October are popular favorites for travelers looking to see Venice at its best, but few will enjoy the privileged access to top sites and unique experiences that you will have with Uniworld.
Port Highlights: Milan, Verona, Venice, Mazzorbo, Burano, Torcello, Padua, Chioggia
Porto, Portugal
11 Days
• Porto to Lisbon • S.S. São Gabriel
Sail by the stepped hillsides of the Douro Valley when they are painted in vibrant greens, rusty reds and golden yellow leaves, and watch as misty fog drapes the mountains rising from either side of the river.
Port Highlights: Porto, Entre-os-Rios, Régua, Pinhão, Castelo Rodrigo, Salamanca, Lisbon
8 Days
• Brussels to Brussels
Brussels, Belgium
• River Empress
Indulge in all of the classic delights of a European Christmas with unique Belgian charm.
2023 & 2024 Departures: 11/25, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16
Port Highlights: Brussels, Ghent, Antwerp, Hasselt, Maastricht
8 Days
• Nuremberg to Vienna
8 Days
• Basel to Cologne
• S.S. Antoinette
Basel, Switzerland
Three countries provide the perfect backdrop for this true connoisseur’s Christmas market cruise.
2023 & 2024 Departures: 11/25, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16
Port Highlights: Cologne, Koblenz, Rüdesheim, Mannheim, Baden-Baden, Strasbourg, Kehl, Basel
Vienna, Austria
• S.S. Beatrice or River Princess
Explore famous Christmas markets in Europe, with an emphasis on the flavors of Germany and Austria.
2023 & 2024 Departures: 12/1, 12/8, 12/9, 12/15, 12/16
Port Highlights: Nuremberg, Roth, Regensburg, Deggendorf, Passau, Linz, Dürnstein, Vienna
8 Days
• Nuremberg to Frankfurt
Nuremberg, Germany
• River Queen or River Princess
Visit the storybook villages and markets of Germany, sampling festive gingerbread and hot mulled wine.
2023 & 2024 Departures: 12/1, 12/2, 12/8, 12/15, 12/22, 12/23
Port Highlights: Frankfurt, Wertheim, Würzburg, Kitzingen, Rothenburg, Bamberg, Nuremberg
8 Days
• Budapest to Passau
• S.S. Maria Theresa
Sail along the Danube to uncover the crafts, festivities and seasonal cuisines of four different countries.
2023 & 2024 Departures: 12/2, 12/9, 12/16
Port Highlights: Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Krems, Melk, Linz, Salzburg, Passau
13 Days • Nuremberg to Budapest • S.S. Beatrice
The mighty Danube takes you through three nations decked in all their holiday finery.
2023 & 2024 Departures: 12/22
Port Highlights: Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Linz, Salzburg, Dürnstein, Vienna, Budapest
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Bratislava, Slovakia
11 Days
• Passau to Budapest
• S.S. Maria Theresa
Join a festive extravaganza celebrating two holidays in a truly extraordinary fashion across four countries.
2023 & 2024 Departures: 12/23
Port Highlights: Passau, Linz, Oberndorf, Salzburg, Melk, Dürnstein, Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest
There’s no winter wonderland quite like Scandinavia, where travelers can experience aurora borealis sightings, some of the shortest periods of daylight on earth, breathtaking fjords and “North Pole” Santa villages in the Arctic Circle.
9 Days • Norway Departures: Nov 2023 - Mar 2024
9 Days • Finland & Sweden Departures: Nov 2023 - Apr 2024
6 Days • Finland Departures: Nov 2023 - Apr 2024
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Typically three-day hotel stays in one city, Uniworld’s fall and winter land extensions allow you to really indulge in seasonal traditions like the incredible holiday markets of Budapest and Vienna or snow-capped Alpine peaks. Featured destinations include:
• Amsterdam
• Budapest
• Interlaken
• Lugano & Lake Como
• Paris
• Prague
• Vienna
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In partnership with Golden Eagle Danube Express , our Rail Extensions combine the best of luxury travel by river cruise, land, and train. Guests can also elect to book a Rail itinerary without a cruise or combine our Rail itineraries with select European cruises.
Between eerie castles and a mysterious history surrounding the legend of Europe’s most infamous vampire, our 13-day Cruise & Rail: Castles of Transylvania & the Enchanting Danube journey is perfect for those who enjoy the Halloween season.
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CASTLES OF TRANSYLVANIA
3 Nights by Train
1-2 Nights Budapest Hotels
Train: Golden Eagle Danube Express 2023 Departure: October
Port Highlights: Lajosmizse, Kecskemet, Sibiu, Sighișoara, Sinaia, Brasov, Cluj-Napoca
Northern Lights In Scandinavia
Paris, France