CELEBRATING THE 50 TH ANNIVERSARY OF UNIWORLD IN 2026
ULTRA-LUXURIOUS FESTIVE RIVER CRUISES
Discover Europe at its most enchanting as the season transforms cities, towns and riverbanks into scenes of twinkling lights, festive markets and timeless traditions. A Uniworld festive sailing invites you to experience the holidays in a way that feels both effortless and unforgettable. Explore destinations dressed in holiday finery, wander through atmospheric markets, and return each evening to the warmth and elegance of your beautifully decorated Super Ship.
Whether you’re drawn to traditional Christmas markets, wish to celebrate Christmas and New Year in complete luxury, or dream of a far-flung festive escape, Uniworld offers a journey for every style of celebration.
EUROPEAN CHRISTMAS MARKET SAILINGS
Departing throughout late November and December, these itineraries immerse you in Europe’s most iconic Christmas markets. Spend your days discovering centuries-old traditions, browsing handcrafted treasures and sampling festive treats such as mulled wine, spiced pastries and roasted nuts. After a day of exploring, return to your Christmas-inspired Super Ship, where seasonal décor, regional delicacies and cosy onboard celebrations create the perfect winter retreat.
CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR SAILINGS
For a truly unforgettable way to celebrate Christmas and New Year, there is no finer choice than an ultra-luxurious Uniworld voyage. Enjoy the very best of the festive season surrounded by elegant décor, exceptional cuisine and warm hospitality, all without the pressures of planning or preparation. Spend Christmas in beautiful European settings and ring in the New Year in Vienna, where celebrations along the Danube create a spectacular start to the year ahead.
LUXURIOUS LONG-HAUL SAILINGS OVER CHRISTMAS
For a completely unique festive escape, our Spectacular Journeys of the World Collection offers a selection of long-haul departures during the holiday season. Embrace the warmth of winter sun and experience Christmas in extraordinary destinations such as India or Egypt, where ancient wonders provide an unforgettable backdrop to your celebrations. Sail the Nile or the Ganges in boutique luxury, enjoy exceptional hotels, and immerse yourself in vibrant cultures as you celebrate the season in a truly remarkable way.
8 Days
RHINE HOLIDAY MARKETS
Basel to Cologne
Onboard River Duchess, S.S. Antoinette or S.S. Victoria
Discover the roots of our Christmas traditions as you explore some of Europe’s most charming towns. This journey down the Rhine showcases some of the most popular festive market towns, from Basel, Koblenz, Strasbourg and Cologne.
Guide Price from £3,285 per person
Price is a guide based on two guests sharing a Classic cabin on the best available lead-in date at time of print. Includes flights from London. All details must be checked before booking. For up-to-date prices, availability, cabin types and deck plans, visit Uniworld.com.
8 Days
DANUBE HOLIDAY MARKETS
Budapest to Passau
Onboard S.S. Maria Theresa
This cruise showcases enchanting Christmas markets and festive music. Tour Dürnstein Abbey and enjoy an organ concert. Savor Hungarian sweets in Budapest, then warm up with hot honey wine in Bratislava’s Old Town as carolers fill the air.
Guide Price from £3,555 per person
Price is a guide based on two guests sharing a Classic cabin on the best available lead-in date at time of print. Includes flights from London. All details must be checked before booking. For up-to-date prices, availability, cabin types and deck plans, visit Uniworld.com.
Unforgettable Moments Await
• Explore the finest Christmas markets and discover the beautiful handmade gifts on each stall.
• Wake up in Germany for a candlelit tasting in through the vineyard of Weinessiggut’s estate.
• Experience the picturesque views of the Upper Middle Rhine Valley as you cruise along the Moselle and into the German Corner, Koblenz.
• Experience Strasbourg’s enchanting Christmas Market by night, where glittering lights, a towering tree and centuriesold festive traditions.
• Savour the flavours of Alsace on a festive Strasbourg walk, sampling traditional bredele cookies and mulled wine as you wander Petite France and the twinkling Christmas Market.
Unforgettable Moments Await
• Explore the largest Christmas Market in all of Germany as you wander around its impressive two hundred stalls!
• Join a special “Taste of Christmas” tour to discover the best markets Europe has to offer.
• Experience an exclusive “Morning with the Master,” stepping inside Vienna’s iconic Kunsthistorisches Museum before it opens to the public - only available to Uniworld guests!
• Explore Linz’s charming Old Town before venturing to a family-run cider farm for regional tastings and rounding off your day with the festive delights of the city’s Christmas markets.
• Discover the storybook charm of Dürnstein as you wander its cobbled lanes, sip saffronspiced mulled wine, and enjoy a beautiful organ performance in its historic rococo monastery.
8 Days
CLASSIC CHRISTMAS MARKETS
Nuremberg to Frankfurt
Onboard S.S. Elisabeth or S.S. Emilie (Brand New for 2026)
Step into the heart of Christmas in Germany, where cherished traditions began. Wander fairytale villages, savour gingerbread and apple cider, and warm your hands with glühwein as you explore centuries-old markets filled with twinkling stalls and festive magic.
Guide Price from £3,915 per person
Price is a guide based on two guests sharing a Classic cabin on the best available lead-in date at time of print. Includes flights from London. All details must be checked before booking. For up-to-date prices, availability, cabin types and deck plans, visit Uniworld.com.
8 Days
MAGICAL PARISIAN HOLIDAY
Paris to Paris
Onboard S.S. Joie de Vivre
Discover Paris at its most enchanting on a luxury Seine sailing. The City of Lights dazzles with festive markets and celebrations, while exclusive château visits and the timeless charm of the French countryside create a truly unforgettable holiday experience.
Guide Price from £2,845 per person
Price is a guide based on two guests sharing a Classic cabin on the best available lead-in date at time of print. Includes flights from London. All details must be checked before booking. For up-to-date prices, availability, cabin types and deck plans, visit Uniworld.com.
Unforgettable Moments Await
• Discover Nuremberg’s Old Town and world-famous Christmas Market by day, before returning in the evening to see the stalls aglow with lights, festive cheer and steaming mulled wine.
• Explore Bamberg’s UNESCOlisted Old Town, home to the Imperial Cathedral and a charming Christmas Market.
• Step into the fairytale streets of Rothenburg, with medieval walls, timberframed houses and a magical Christmas Market.
• Wander Würzburg’s Christmas Market at dusk, where the glow of decorated wooden stalls fills the air with festive warmth.
• Enjoy mulled wine and a stollen baking demonstration in Wertheim before exploring the town and its castle ruins.
Unforgettable Moments Await
• Discover the finest Christmas markets of Paris, with vin chaud, festive decorations and artisanal treasures from across France.
• Browse delicacies and seasonal treats at the Rouen Christmas Market, set against the backdrop of the city’s grand cathedral.
• Enjoy a private performance by a children’s choir inside Rouen Cathedral – a moving and atmospheric evening you’ll never forget.
• Step into the splendour of Château de Vaux le Vicomte for an exclusive reception inside this magnificent château that once inspired Versailles.
• Experience Parisian artistry at its finest, from the Palais Garnier opera house to the enchanting Christmas window displays along the Haussmann fashion district.
SuperBrand-New
13 Days
GRAND CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR’S
Nuremberg to Budapest
Onboard S.S. Emilie (Brand New for 2026)
Celebrate the holidays and welcome the New Year in incredible style with Uniworld. Sail aboard your festive boutique hotel, where exceptional holiday-inspired cuisine and warm hospitality set the scene for a memorable journey. On Christmas Eve, stroll through the quiet, medieval streets of Regensburg to the magnificent Gothic cathedral for Midnight Mass – a truly magical moment. Then, as the year draws to a close, raise a glass in Vienna and ring in the New Year on board the S.S. Emilie, surrounded by fine dining, world-class service and unforgettable celebrations.
DAY 1: Nuremberg (Embark)
Welcome to Nuremberg. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative to be transferred directly to board the Super Ship Emilie to begin your luxury river cruise.
DAY 2: Nuremberg
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. A special Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening.
Featured Excursions: Nuremberg City Tour with Christmas Market.
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.
DAY 4: Regensburg
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.
Featured Excursion: Regensburg Walking Tour.
Introducing S.S. Emilie, our newest Super Ship launched in celebration of Uniworld’s 50th anniversary. Named in honour of Emilie Flöge, Gustav Klimt’s muse and a visionary of Viennese style, the ship features elegantly curated interiors, refined craftsmanship and a fresh, artistic expression of early 20th-century design.
DAY 5: Cruising The Danube River, Deggendorf (Theresienthal)
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.
Featured Excursion: Bavarian Forest Adventure.
DAY 6: Cruising The Danube River, Passau
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 colourful (and ancient) past.
Featured Excursion: Passau Walking Tour.
Grand Suite - S.S. Emilie
Regensburg, Germany
DAY 7: Linz (Salzburg)
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.
Featured Excursions: Full-Day Salzburg or Linz Walking Tour with Linzertorte.
DAY 8: Cruising The Wachau Valley, Dürnstein
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).
Featured Excursions: Dürnstein Village Stroll with Spiced Wine Tasting and Organ Concert in a Monastery and Private Visit to Stetteldorf Castle.
DAY 9: Vienna
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.”
Featured Excursions: “Morning with the Masters” at the Vienna Art History Museum. Choose between Vienna - Imperial City Highlights or Vienna’s Historic Trails and Local Treats.
VIP Evening Experience: House of Strauss Concert.
DAY 10: Vienna
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.
Featured Excursions: Schönbrunn Palace with Puppet Theatre.
DAY 11: Vienna, Cruising
The Danube River
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. 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.
DAY 12: Budapest
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.
Featured Excursion: Budapest Panoramic Highlights with Parliament Visit.
DAY 13: Budapest (Disembark)
Disembark the ship and be transferred to the airport to begin your journey home.
Unforgettable Moments Await
• Celebrate Christmas Eve in the medieval town of Regensburg.
• Ring in the New Year with a spectacular celebration in Vienna.
• Explore charming cities, towns and villages adorned in holiday finery.
• Experience the magic of Nuremberg’s world-famous Christmas Market by night, with twinkling lights, seasonal treats and steaming mulled wine after dinner.
• Experience Salzburg’s timeless beauty, from baroque streets to The Sound of Music backdrop.
THE FINEST LUXURY INCLUSIONS
• Regionally inspired gourmet dining for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Unlimited premium beverages including fine-wines, locally sourced beers, handmade cocktails and top-shelf spirits.
• Your choice of culturally enriching shore excursions - many of which are VIP experiences unique to Uniworld guests.
• Personalised service from our dedicated and exceptional team.
• Culturally immersive entertainment.
• Free Wi-Fi Access.
• Complimentary flights from London included, with upgrade options and regional airports available upon request.
• Airport to ship transfers (only when you book included flights).
Guide Price from £6,999 per person Departing 22nd December 2026
Price is a guide based on two guests sharing a Classic cabin on the best available lead-in date at time of print. Includes flights from London. All details must be checked before booking. For up-to-date prices, availability, cabin types and deck plans, visit Uniworld.com.
Past guests of Uniworld will receive an additional £250pp off this itinerary
House of Strauss Concert, Vienna
Schönbrunn Palace with Puppet Theatre
Salzburg, Austria
LUXURIOUS LONG-HAUL DEPARTURES
Across the Festive Period in 2026 & 2027
INDIA’S GOLDEN TRIANGLE & THE SACRED GANGES AT CHRISTMAS
Experience a Christmas unlike any other as you journey through India’s vibrant landscapes and rich traditions. As you explore the Golden Triangle, you’ll enjoy stays in three exceptional Oberoi properties, renowned as some of the finest hotels in India, where warm hospitality and luxurious surroundings set the tone for a remarkable festive escape.
Celebrate Christmas aboard the Ganges Voyager II with thoughtful festive touches and a special menu blending holiday favourites with regional Indian flavours. For those travelling over New Year’s Eve, enjoy a lively gala in Kolkata, complete with music, dance and fireworks lighting the night sky – a truly unforgettable way to welcome the year ahead.
Guide price from £6,499 per person Departing 17th December 2026
Guide price from £7,999 per person
Departing 24th December 2026
SPLENDOURS OF EGYPT & THE NILE OVER THE FESTIVE PERIOD
Spend part of your festive season uncovering the wonders of Egypt, where warm winter sun and extraordinary ancient history create a truly memorable escape. Enjoy four-night stays in either the luxurious Four Seasons or the Nile Ritz-Carlton, offering an elegant base from which to explore Cairo’s treasures. Then sail the Nile aboard a luxurious vessel, travelling in comfort as you visit the country’s most iconic sites.
Wander through the monumental Temple of Karnak, admire the beauty of Luxor and venture into the Valley of the Kings, following the paths once taken by explorers and pharaohs alike. Your journey begins and ends in Cairo, gateway to Giza, where you’ll stand before the mighty pyramids, gaze upon the Great Sphinx and explore the world-renowned Grand Egyptian Museum. A spectacular way to experience Egypt at its finest.
Guide price from £6,499 per person Multiple departures throughout December 2026
Terms & Conditions: Prices shown throughout are guide prices, based on two guests sharing a lead in stateroom (unless otherwise stated) on a double occupancy basis. Prices include flights from London (unless otherwise stated). Depending on travel dates or chosen airlines, an additional supplement may be applied to your booking. Transfers are only included when air is booked through Uniworld. Inclusions, hotels, excursions and day-to-day details may vary to what is shown in the brochure. Lead-in prices fluctuate throughout the season; prices shown are guide prices only and must always be confirmed at the time of booking. All prices reflect the best current offer available at the time of print and are strictly subject to availability, any applicable offers excluding past guest savings are already applied to the guide price shown. Offers are capacity controlled and may sell out. Savings amount will differ per departure date and itinerary. Cabin restrictions may apply, with select cabins may being excluded from any promotion. See Uniworld.com for full terms and conditions.
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