7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the stunning S.S. Beatrice or the elegant S.S. MarleneLavishly appointed riverview staterooms and suites on the cruise have handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, custom cotton sateen sheets and European duvets, and a menu of pillow optionsFree Wi-Fi
Meals
All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinnersWelcome and Farewell Gala DinnersCaptain’s Welcome and Farewell ReceptionsUnlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks, and mineral water
Transport
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Excursions
6 days of excursions, all fully hosted by English-speaking local expertsGuided "Let's Go" programState-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio-headset system on all excursionsBrompton G-Line Bicycles and Nordic Walking sticks available for independent exploration
Experiences
3 countries: Austria, Germany, Hungary4 UNESCO World Heritage sitesGratuities for onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager) are included during the cruise/tourServices of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager
Itinerary
Experience dynamic Budapest and imperial Vienna. Marvel at ravishing scenery as your luxurious ship glides through the Wachau Valley, celebrated as one of the world’s most beautiful landscapes, into Germany and past charming Bavarian villages. Exclusive treasures are plentiful on this delightful journey.
This enchanting voyage provides a variety of ways to enjoy captivating destinations as well as plenty of time to relax onboard as you sail from Budapest to Regensburg.
Jewish Heritage Program (select sailings; Budapest to Regensburg direction only): Our Jewish Heritage Program is the only one of its kind on the rivers and allows you to dive into Central Europe's enduring Jewish legacy with visits to museums, memorials, synagogues and more. Due to capacity restrictions, we recommend Jewish Heritage excursions be reserved in advance. Please note: Tours that fall on Saturdays will not operate due to Shabbat, and some sites may be closed for inside viewing during the High Holidays, Passover, and other significant events.
day 1Regensburg (Embark)
Arrive at the airport. If you have arranged a Uniworld arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative at the Munich airport and transferred to the ship.
day 2Regensburg
day 3Passau
day 4Melk, Vienna
day 5Vienna
day 6Vienna, Bratislava
day 7Budapest
day 8Budapest (Disembark)
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8 daysDuration
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20 peopleMaximum group size
2 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
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Budapest, Hungary
Nuremberg, Germany
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