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Sail with Uniworld, as seen on Channel 5's Cruising with Jane McDonald

Included shore excursions & free wi-fi*

6★ All-Inclusive boutique river cruising*

Cruise Overview

  • Duration 9 nights
  • Departs 11 Sep 2024
  • Sails from Bucharest, Romania
  • Ship River Duchess
  • Flights and transfersYes
  • Cruise code ‍2003967

Your Itinerary

Bucharest, Romania

Bucharest, Romania Wed 11 Sep 2024

Bucharest, Romania

Upon arrival, transfer to a hotel for your two night stay

Bucharest, Romania

Bucharest, Romania Thu 12 Sep 2024

Bucharest, Romania

Enjoy a full day of exploring the bustling heart of Romania's capital city at your leisure

Bucharest, Romania

Bucharest, Romania Fri 13 Sep 2024

Bucharest, Romania

Bucharest is a fascinating combination of Communist grandiosity, elegant French-influenced 19th-century buildings and surprising survivors dating from the 1500s. Today in Bucharest you’ll enjoy a panoramic city tour or a walking tour in the old Lipscani district

Giurgiu, Romania

Giurgiu, Romania *Embark the Ship* Fri 13 Sep 2024

Giurgiu, Romania

Transfer to the port to embark your 5★ Uniworld ship

Cruises around Europe

Rousse, Bulgaria Sat 14 Sep 2024

Cruises around Europe

Bulgaria’s foremost Danube port, Rousse is sometimes called “Little Vienna” for its elegant 19th-century mansions and public buildings.

★Excursion★ Choice of Veliko Tarnovo & Arbanassi with authentic Bulgarian lunch OR Rousse walking tour with Ivanovo and Basarbovo Monasteries

Aerial view of Baba Vida fortress in Vidin

Vidin, Bulgaria Sun 15 Sep 2024

Aerial view of Baba Vida fortress in Vidin

Vidin is a port town on the Danube that once played an important role in medieval Bulgarian politics, as the great fortress Baba Vida attests. It’s your base for an unusual excursion today—a visit to the fascinating Belogradchik rock formations. Or you can head to a local’s home to bake a traditional Bulgarian dish called banitza.

★Excursion★ Choice of Belogradchik red rock valley OR Banitza home baking experience

River Duchess, Uniworld River Cruises

Cruising the Iron Gates Mon 16 Sep 2024

River Duchess, Uniworld River Cruises

Cruise a stretch of gorges known as the Iron Gates. Later, explore a Paleolithic site and an extraordinary well-preserved medieval fortress. Look for Trajan’s Plaque, and Golubac Castle as you cruise the Danube river

★ Featured Excursions ★ Lepenski Vir archaeological park and Golubac Castle

A panoramic view of Donji Milanovac at sunset

Donji Milanovac, Serbia Mon 16 Sep 2024

A panoramic view of Donji Milanovac at sunset

Cruise a stretch of gorges known as the Iron Gates. Later, explore a Paleolithic site and an extraordinary wellpreserved medieval fortress. Look for Trajan’s Plaque, and Golubac Castle as you cruise the Danube river

★ Featured Excursions ★ Lepenski Vir archaeological park and Golubac Castle

Golubac

Golubac, Serbia Mon 16 Sep 2024

Golubac

Cruise a stretch of gorges known as the Iron Gates. Later, explore a Paleolithic site and an extraordinary wellpreserved medieval fortress. Look for Trajan’s Plaque, and Golubac Castle as you cruise the Danube river

★ Featured Excursions ★ Lepenski Vir archaeological park and Golubac Castle

Danube River Cruises

Belgrade, Serbia Tue 17 Sep 2024

Danube River Cruises

Belgrade, the modern-day capital of Serbia, is one of Europe’s oldest cities, dating back some 7,000 years. Signs of its tumultuous history are visible everywhere, juxtaposed with the city’s vibrant modern-day present.

★Excursion★ Choice of Belgrade city tour with visit to Royal Grounds of Karadjordjevic Dynasty Palace OR "Let's Go" I Bike Belgrade Tour

Old City Wall and Church in the center of Vukovar

Vukovar, Croatia Wed 18 Sep 2024

Old City Wall and Church in the center of Vukovar

Welcome to Croatia! This ancient country, which has made a remarkable recovery from a brutal civil war, is noted for its beautiful countryside and thriving folk traditions, as well as simple, delicious local rustic food. You’ll dock in Vukovar, Croatia’s biggest port, at the confluence of the Danube and Vuka rivers.

★Excursion★ Choice of Vucedol Culture Museum & lunch at a family winery OR Home-hosted lunch with Karanac Craft Museum visit

Batina, Croatia

Batina, Croatia Wed 18 Sep 2024

Batina, Croatia

Welcome to Croatia! This ancient country, which has made a remarkable recovery from a brutal civil war, is noted for its beautiful countryside and thriving folk traditions, as well as simple, delicious local rustic food. You’ll dock in Vukovar, Croatia’s biggest port, at the confluence of the Danube and Vuka rivers.

★Excursion★ Choice of Vucedol Culture Museum & lunch at a family winery OR Home-hosted lunch with Karanac Craft Museum visit

Mohacs

Mohacs, Hungary Wed 18 Sep 2024

Mohacs

Welcome to Croatia! This ancient country, which has made a remarkable recovery from a brutal civil war, is noted for its beautiful countryside and thriving folk traditions, as well as simple, delicious local rustic food. You’ll dock in Vukovar, Croatia’s biggest port, at the confluence of the Danube and Vuka rivers.

★Excursion★ Choice of Vucedol Culture Museum & lunch at a family winery OR Home-hosted lunch with Karanac Craft Museum visit

A panoramic view of Chain Bridge in Budapest

Budapest, Hungary Thu 19 Sep 2024

A panoramic view of Chain Bridge in Budapest

Located on opposite sides of the Danube, Buda and Pest each have their own distinctive character and allure. Explore this dynamic and multifaceted city with your choice of excursions—you can see it from a local’s perspective on our walking tour, cover more ground with a panoramic tour or “Let’s Go” with a guided bike ride. Vibrant Budapest, Hungary’s capital, offers an enchanting combination of East and West.

★Excursion★ Choice of Budapest Communist Tour OR Budapest panoramic highlights with synagogue visit

In the evening, a special Captain's farewell Reception & Dinner will be prepared for you

A panoramic view of Chain Bridge in Budapest

Budapest, Hungary *Disembark the Ship* Fri 20 Sep 2024

A panoramic view of Chain Bridge in Budapest

Budapest, Hungary's enchanting capital, is a city of contrasts and cultural richness.

What's included *

  • Elegantly appointed riverview staterooms and suites with luxurious amenities from Hermes and L’Occitane en Provence
  • In-suite butler service on all ships in Europe (not available in Russia & Portugal)
  • Stays at luxurious and centrally located five-star hotels where applicable
  • All gratuities on board and ashore including local guides and bus drivers (gratuities included vary in Russia and Asia)
  • All transportation throughout the trip
  • All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
  • Unlimited beverages on board including local wines, sparkling wines and champagne, craft beer and premium spirits (inclusions vary for Russia and Asia)
  • A variety of on board dining experiences with open seating and a casual-elegant dress code
  • Local entertainment & insightful lectures on board
  • Ship-wide Wi-Fi access (excludes Russia & Asia)
  • Fully escorted excursions with English-speaking local guides
  • Services of a dedicated Uniworld Cruise/Tour Manager
  • Health & Sanitation Protocols: - All guests must complete a health screening prior to embarkation. - Gloves, face masks and small bottles of hand sanitizer will be readily available for each guest. - All coffee table books, magazines and brochures have been removed from public use. Guests will be able to access these reading materials via a complimentary PressReader app on their mobile devices. For full details, please visit the Uniworld cruise line page. Health & Sanitation Protocol features may vary in Russia & Asia.
  • Book with ROL Cruise and earn exclusive Cruise Miles® + your River Heritage Club rewards with Uniworld
  • Plus, book an Ocean View Stateroom or above by 8pm 12th December 2023 and receive a FREE Champagne Gift Box

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Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom (151 sq ft - 14 sq m) Handcrafted Savoir Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment centre and satellite, and bottled water Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, heated mirrors, cosy bathrobes, and slippers

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Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom (151 sq ft - 14 sq m) Handcrafted Savoir of England bed, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment centre and satellite, and bottled water Marble bathroom with L’Occitane en Provence bath and body products, plush towels, heated mirrors, cosy bathrobes, and slippers

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Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom (151 sq ft - 14 sq m) with a French balcony Handcrafted Savoir of England bed, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment centre and satellite, and bottled water Marble bathroom with L’Occitane en Provence bath and body products, plush towels, heated mirrors, cosy bathrobes, and slippers

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Lavishly appointed riverview suite (214 sq ft - 20 sq m) with a French balcony Handcrafted Savoir Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment centre and satellite, and bottled water Marble bathroom with Hermès bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, waffle bathrobes, and slippers Additional special amenities and services

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The Ship - River Duchess

  • Occupancy130
  • Length361 ft (110.03 m)
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Decorated in soft hues of blue and green and complemented by soothing earth tones, River Duchess has a tranquil and elegant onboard ambience. Enjoy spectacular and ever-changing views of Europe’s most enchanting waterways in the ship’s stylish Blue Danube Lounge, Palace Restaurant or La Motte Sky Lounge.

What’s onboard: 24-Hour Coffee and Tea Station, Bar, Blue Danube Lounge, Bridge, Captain’s Lounge & Library, Fitness Center, Guest Laundry, Internet, La Motte Sky Lounge, Palace Restaurant, Patio Lounge, Reception, Serenity River Spa, Sun Deck and much, much more.

River Duchess

Experience the Difference

  • Our ABTA membership & ATOL license protects all our package or tailormade holidays booked through ROL Cruise so you can book with confidence knowing you are fully protected
  • Award winning Cruise Miles® loyalty programme; with over 400,000 UK members
  • Winners of more than 50 Cruise Awards over the last 5 years
  • The UK's No.1 Independent Cruise Specialist; delivering impartial advice
  • Customer satisfaction at 98% and a Feefo score of 4.9/5.
  • Expert staff with over 1,000 years of combined travel expertise offering 5★ service
  • Flexible Payment Options Available
  • Celebrating over 25 years as a cruise-only specialist
  • Insurance Guidance - ROL Cruise will assist you with obtaining insurance cover, including Covid-cover.
  • Key strategic partner with the major cruise lines
  • Ambassadors representing us and guiding our customers onboard and at key locations on their holidays

Uniworld River Cruises FAQs

Do I need a COVID-19 vaccine to travel aboard a Uniworld river cruise ship?

If travelling aboard one of Uniworld's sailings departing prior to 31st December 2022 all guests will be required to be fully vaccinated. Proof of vaccination will be required at the time of embarkation until further notice. Guests under 12 will be exempt but will need to provide a negative PCR or antigen test result taken within 72 hours of travel. 

What plug sockets are in my cabin?

Europe and Russia sailings: The European standard 220 volts with a 110v outlet in every stateroom and suite. ROL Cruise recommends taking an adapter plug with you.

Egypt and Peru sailings: Voltage is 220V/50HZ on board the ship and in hotels. You will need a three-pin adapter and possibly a voltage converter.

India sailings: Voltage is 220V/50HZ on board the ship and in hotels. On board the ship outlets that accommodate both 110V and 220V appliances are available in the suites. In the hotels you will need a three-pin adapter and possibly a voltage converter.

Vietnam and Cambodia: Voltage is 220V/50HZ on board the ship and in hotels. On board the ship outlets that accommodate both 110V and 220V appliances are available in the suites. In the hotels you will need a three-pin adapter and possibly a voltage converter. In Cambodia you will need a two-round-pin-type adapter plug and a three-flat-pin-type adaptor plug in Vietnam.

Is smoking permitted onboard Uniworld’s fleet?

Smoking is permitted in designated outdoor spaces. Smoking is not permitted in any inside space or in your stateroom/suite including E Cigarettes and Vapes.

What language is spoken on board?

The language spoken on board Uniworld’s fleet is English.

Is there a dress code onboard?

The dress code on board is smart casual.

On shore, comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended.

Clothing will be determined by the climate and shore excursions. Please be advised that some shore excursions will visit temples or holy sites – guests will need to cover their shoulders and knees.

When can I book my shore excursions?

Optional excursions are available to book once on board.

Are drinks included on board?

Europe: Complimentary house wine, local beer, soft drinks, tea, and coffee will be served throughout the cruise.

Egypt sailings: Complimentary house wine, local beer, soft drinks, tea, and coffee are served during lunch and dinner on board.

India sailings: Complimentary house wine, local beer, soft drinks, tea, and coffee will be served throughout the cruise.

Peru sailings: Complimentary house wine, local beer, soft drinks, tea, and coffee will be served on board between 6am and 11pm throughout the cruise.

Vietnam and Cambodia sailings: Complimentary house wine, local beer, soft drinks, tea, and coffee will be served throughout the cruise.

Are there accessible cabins?

There are no accessible cabins on board, however all stateroom/suites have showers with handrails.

Are Uniworld river cruises able to cater to dietary needs/intolerances?

Uniworld can cater for most dietary requirements, please inform your ROL Cruise consultant of any dietary needs or allergies in advance so Uniworld can accommodate your needs.

Is Wi-Fi included on my Uniworld cruise?

Wi-Fi is complimentary on most sailings to Europe but cannot be guaranteed. It is not available on select Europe sailings, Egypt, India, Russia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Mekong or Peru sailings.

What is the baggage allowance on board?

Due to limited space on board, guests are permitted to bring one suitcase and 1 carry on, excess luggage will be subject to an excess baggage charge. If you are flying, you will need to check with the airline as they will have their own luggage restrictions.

Are gratuities included?

Gratuities are included for on board personnel. You may wish to tip ground staff, this is at your discretion.

Last Updated: 17/08/2022

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