Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Uniworld's 13 Day Grand Christmas and New Year's Cruise. Celebrate the holidays and welcome the New Year in incredible style across 3 countries. You’ll sail through Germany, Austria, and Hungary along the shimmering Danube and past incredible sights on this unique itinerary. Explore charming old-world villages and Gothic cathedrals and escape the hurry and hassle of the holidays as you relax onboard a luxurious ship and cruise through the ravishing landscapes of the Danube.
Celebrate Christmas Eve in medieval Regensburg and ring in the New Year...read more in Vienna. Shop the stalls of the Nuremberg Christmas Market, famous for its gingerbread. Wander through locations from The Sound of Music in beautiful Salzburg and then warm up with rum-laced coffee.
The mighty Danube takes you through three nations decked in all their holiday finery at this most delightful time of year.
Celebrate Christmas Eve in medieval Regensburg and ring in the New Year...read more in Vienna. Shop the stalls of the Nuremberg Christmas Market, famous for its gingerbread. Wander through locations from The Sound of Music in beautiful Salzburg and then warm up with rum-laced coffee.
The mighty Danube takes you through three nations decked in all their holiday finery at this most delightful time of year.
Itinerary
Arrive at Nuremberg Airport. 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. (D)
You could not ask for a more perfect place to begin a celebration of the holiday season than Nuremberg. The historic Old Town is an archetypal German medieval city and is home to a world-renowned gingerbread called lebkuchen. (B/L/WD)
Featured Excursions: Choice of Nights Out: Christmas Market Illuminations OR Nuremberg City Tour with Christmas Market OR Nuremberg WWII Historical Tour
Note: A special Captain's Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening.
Featured Excursions: Choice of Nights Out: Christmas Market Illuminations OR Nuremberg City Tour with Christmas Market OR Nuremberg WWII Historical Tour
Note: A special Captain's Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening.
Spend a leisurely day onboard as you cruise along a marvel of modern engineering, the 106-mile-long Main-Danube Canal.
Tonight, celebrate Christmas Eve in the enchanting town of Regensburg, known for its stunningly preserved medieval quarter. (B/L/D)
The Old Town of Regensburg sparkles with holiday lights and decorations this time of year, adding to its already considerable charms and captivating architectural style. Check out the best and brightest cultural sights and plunge into the town's ancient past. (B/L/D)
Featured Excursion: Regensburg Walking Tour
Featured Excursion: Regensburg Walking Tour
Take some time today to explore the beautifully expansive and heavily wooded Bavarian Forest. As the largest continuous forested region in Europe, there's plenty to uncover—like unspoiled landscapes, abundant wildlife, and idyllic atmosphere. (B/L/D)
Featured Excursion: Bavarian Forest Adventure
Featured Excursion: Bavarian Forest Adventure
Located at the confluence of three rivers, Passau is a lovely place to take a stroll with a local expert who will regale you with stories about the town's colorful (and ancient) past. (B/L/D)
Featured Excursion: Passau Walking Tour
Featured Excursion: Passau Walking Tour
Mozart's birthplace of Salzburg is nestled in a glorious alpine setting that sparkles like a winter wonderland. You definitely chose the perfect time of year to explore this refined and much-loved city. If you're a fan of “The Sound of Music,” all the better—you will recognize locations from the Oscar-winning film in the city's Old Town. (B/L/D)
Featured Excursions: Choice of Full-Day Salzburg OR Linz Walking Tour with Linzertorte
Featured Excursions: Choice of Full-Day Salzburg OR Linz Walking Tour with Linzertorte
After a scenic cruise through the Wachau Valley, we'll reach the village of Dürnstein. Walk along the cobbled streets, browse the shops selling apricot schnapps, and maybe take a quick jaunt up to a ruined castle (with an intriguing tale all its own). (B/L/D)
Featured Excursions: Choice of Dürnstein Village Stroll with Spiced Wine Tasting and Organ Concert in a Monastery OR Private Visit to Stetteldorf Castle
Featured Excursions: Choice of Dürnstein Village Stroll with Spiced Wine Tasting and Organ Concert in a Monastery OR Private Visit to Stetteldorf Castle
Vienna is a city steeped in history, music, and elegant architecture. Mozart, Austria's most famous citizen, was at the height of his creative powers when he lived here, writing perhaps his best-known works, including “The Marriage of Figaro,” “Don Giovanni,” and “Eine Kleine Nachtmusik.” (B/L/D)
Featured Excursions: Choice of “Morning with the Masters” at the Vienna Art History Museum OR Vienna - Imperial City Highlights OR Vienna's Historic Trails and Local Treats OR Nights Out: Private Mozart and Strauss Concert
Featured Excursions: Choice of “Morning with the Masters” at the Vienna Art History Museum OR Vienna - Imperial City Highlights OR Vienna's Historic Trails and Local Treats OR Nights Out: Private Mozart and Strauss Concert
Begin the day with a visit to a palace that pays tribute to the taste and wealth of the Habsburg emperors, spend some time exploring Vienna on your own, and then ring in the New Year in style. (B/L/D)
Featured Excursion: Schönbrunn Palace with Puppet Theatre
Featured Excursion: Schönbrunn Palace with Puppet Theatre
After enjoying some extra free time to explore Vienna on your own, relax onboard as the ship cruises to Budapest. You have the morning at leisure. You could relax onboard or ramble through glorious Vienna. (B/L/FD)
Featured Excursion: Imperial Vienna New Year´s Concert
Note: This evening, celebrate the new year with a festive Captain's Farewell Reception and Dinner, and join us in the lounge after for a night of music and dancing.
Featured Excursion: Imperial Vienna New Year´s Concert
Note: This evening, celebrate the new year with a festive Captain's Farewell Reception and Dinner, and join us in the lounge after for a night of music and dancing.
Located on opposite sides of the Danube, Buda and Pest each have their own distinctive character and allure. You'll get a taste of this dynamic capital with a city tour that will show you all the highlights. (B/L/D)
Featured Excursion: Budapest Panoramic Highlights with Parliament Visit
Featured Excursion: Budapest Panoramic Highlights with Parliament Visit
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 the Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport for your flight home. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- 3 countries: Austria, Germany, Hungary
- 6 UNESCO World Heritage sites
- Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager
- Group Transfers are included on arrival and departure days (please see terms and conditions for transfer guidelines)
- Gratuities for onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager) are included during the cruise/tour
- Cultural enrichment, including captivating onboard local entertainment
- 9 days of excursions, all fully hosted by English-speaking local experts
- State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio-headset system on all excursions
- Use of Nordic walking sticks
- All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
- 12 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 12 dinners
- Captain's Welcome and Farewell Receptions
- Welcome and Farewell Gala Dinners
- Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks, and mineral water
- 12-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the majestic S.S. Beatrice
- Lavishly appointed riverview staterooms and suites have handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, high thread count 100% Egyptian cotton sheets and European duvets, and a menu of pillow options
- Free Wi-Fi
- Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
- Please note that most Christmas Markets in Europe end their season on the 23rd of December and will not be available after that date.
All-Inclusive Luxury
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Floating Boutique Hotels
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Curated Experiences
Shore excursions for every traveler type. Select whichever included excursions interest you the most. Read more
Wellness
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Outstanding Service
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Culinary Excellence
Be treated to world-class cuisine made from fresh ingredients, locally sourced from the destinations you visit. Read more
Deck Plans
Classic
French Balcony
Deluxe French Balcony
Grand Suite
Royal Suite
Suite
Cabins
Classic Stateroom
- Luxurious riverview stateroom (150 sq ft - 14 sq m)
- Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closets, hair dryer, safe, individual climate-controlled thermostat, direct-dial telephone, and flat-screen TV with infotainment center
- Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, backlit magnifying mirror, cozy bathrobes and slippers
French Balcony Stateroom
- Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom 150 sq ft/ 14 sq m with a French balcony
- Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closets, hair dryer, safe, individual climate-controlled thermostat, direct-dial telephone, and flat-screen TV with infotainment center
- Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, backlit magnifying mirror, cozy bathrobes and slippers
Deluxe French Balcony Stateroom
- Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom 150 sq ft - 15 sq m with French balcony
- Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closets, hair dryer, safe, individual climate-controlled thermostat, direct-dial telephone, and flat-screen TV with infotainment center
- Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, backlit magnifying mirror, cozy bathrobes and slippers
Suite
- Luxurious riverview suite (225 sq ft - 21 sq m)
- Suites include handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closets, hair dryer, safe, direct-dial telephone, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center
- Marble bathroom with Hermès bath and body products, plush towels, backlit magnifying mirror, cozy bathrobes and slippers
Grand Suite
- Luxurious riverview grand suite (310 sq ft - 28.8 sq m)
- Grand suites include handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closets, hair dryer, safe, individual climate-controlled thermostat, direct-dial telephone, flat-screen TV with infotainment center
- Marble bathroom with Hermès bath and body products, plush towels, backlit magnifying mirror, cozy bathrobes and slippers, a rain shower and tub, and a secluded toilet area
Royal Suite
- Luxurious riverview royal suite (390 sq ft - 36.2 sq m) with spacious living room
- Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closets, hair dryer, safe, individual climate-control thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center
- Marble bathroom with Hermès bath and body products, plush towels, special towel warmers, backlit magnifying mirror, heated mirrors, cozy bathrobes and slippers, separate rain shower and tub, and a secluded toilet area
Brochure
Uniworld River Cruises (2024-25)
Sailing by river means enjoying all the conveniences of a traditional cruise, along with all the benefits of land travel. Stopping in multiple destinations on every trip, you’ll visit bustling cities and hidden gem villages, unpacking only once. River cruising is the best way to cruise, and the best and most luxurious river cruises are with Uniworl...mored.
Availability
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Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you enquire. Additional savings may apply. We guarantee the lowest price in Australia. T&C’s apply.
Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you enquire. Additional savings may apply. We guarantee the lowest price in Australia. T&C’s apply.
Cabin Upgrades Optional cabin upgrades. Upgrades priced per person
| Classic (Prices Shown) | From $ 0 |
| French Balcony | From $ 1,800 |
| Deluxe French Balcony | From $ 2,600 |
| Suite | From $ 8,900 |
| Grand Suite | From $ 12,200 |
Note
Upgrade prices shown are per person. Your Global Journeys Cruise Travel Advisor will confirm and include the upgrade price in your quote.
Upgrade prices shown are per person. Your Global Journeys Cruise Travel Advisor will confirm and include the upgrade price in your quote.
Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Uniworld. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Uniworld. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Uniworld. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Uniworld. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
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