The only river cruise company to offer authentic “boutique cruising”
The unsurpassed style and elegance of Europe’s best river cruise ships
A $100,000,000-plus investment in five new ships and the remodeling of the entire existing European fleet between 2009–2010
An average ship capacity of just 130 guests
Luxuriously appointed riverview staterooms—many with French balconies and handcrafted Savoir® beds draped in fine linens
Bathrooms stocked with L’Occitane bath and body products and comfy robes
Exclusive services and amenities in all suites
A certified Global Master Chef leading a professional culinary team in the preparation of gourmet cuisine using the freshest ingredients, which are often brought onboard from local farmers markets
A distinctive wine program developed by Red Carnation Hotels’ renowned sommelier from their Relais & Châteaux member hotels
Complimentary fine European wines, choice of beer, and soft drinks during dinner onboard; bottled water in staterooms; and a 24-hour specialty coffee and tea bar
A variety of dining experiences: al fresco dining “under the stars” and light-lunch dining—both on the sun deck, Captain’s Welcome Gala and Farewell Dinners, early-riser breakfast, and afternoon tea
The best onboard and onshore staff in the industry, with decades of experience
Our very own dedicated European Operations Team, which controls all aspects of product delivery, including onboard nautical and hospitality programs and all onshore programs
Fastidious internal Quality Assurance programs with extensive training for all staff, along with ship inspections and third-party mystery shoppers, to ensure our guests always receive the highest-quality service
Captivating and always-included shore excursions—many exclusive to Uniworld—hosted by English-speaking local guides who use state-of-the-art Quietvox portable headset systems
Insightful onboard Signature Lectures
Exclusive Epicurean Adventurer Program on 16 itineraries