Find inspiration in the romantic, soul-stirring beauty of the fabled Rhine

Flowers tumble from baskets lining streets of half-timbered houses, and lights glint off quiet canals. A mighty river carries ships and cargo through a landscape shaped by time and history. The spires of medieval churches and castles appear around each bend in the river, and vineyards climb the verdant hillsides.

Cruise along the Rhine-Germany on one side, France on the other. Discover Alsace, whose dual French and German heritage has given it fabulous food and a winemaking tradition that goes back to the Romans. Marvel at castles that were once mighty fortresses and get an insider's look at one of the only castles on the Rhine that has never been destroyed, Marksburg Castle. Visit historic cities, including ancient Cologne and picturesque Strasbourg; stroll through the fairytale towns of Riquewihr, Kaysersberg and Rudesheim; and taste delightful white wines in the villages where the grapes are grown. Beethoven and Byron loved the romantic landscapes of the Rhine River, and the beauty that inspired them is still yours to experience.

Who will enjoy this cruise

Romantics who love the picturesque and the historic will find medieval castles, splendid cathedrals and scenes that have inspired great poets, painters and composers alike.

Generations Family Programme (select sailings)

Share the enchantment of this region with the special young people in your life. These cruises not only feature unique, fun-filled adventures for families to enjoy together, they're also packed with culturally and historically significant experiences designed to spark creativity and lifelong learning.

DINING

All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients

7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners

Captain's Welcome and Farewell Receptions

Welcome and Farewell Gala Dinners

Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, soft drinks, specialty coffee and tea, and mineral water

EXCURSIONS

6 days of excursions, including "Choice Is Yours" options, all fully hosted by English-speaking local experts

Guided "Go Active," "Do as the Locals Do," "Village Day" and "Gentle Walking" programs

State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audioheadset system on all excursions

Use of bicycles and Nordic walking sticks

ACCOMMODATIONS

7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the exquisite S.S. Antoinette or the elegant River Empress

Lavishly appointed riverview staterooms and suites have handcrafted Savoir® of England beds, high-thread count 100% Egyptian cotton sheets and European duvets, and a menu of pillow options

Free Internet and Wi-Fi access

EXPERIENCES

4 countries: France, Germany, The Netherlands, Switzerland

3 UNESCO World Heritage sites

Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager

Captivating onboard local entertainment

Cultural enrichment, including a Signature Lecture: "The Rhine River: Shaping European History from the Romans to the European Union"

All transfers on arrival and departure days

All gratuities, both onboard and onshore

Exclusive Generations Family Programme on select summer departures