NEW FOR 2020! A World of Luxury Awaits - 12 Days Baden-Baden to Frankfurt Luxury River Cruise (includes flights)
Discover Baden-Baden, a city so stunning that they named it twice. Nestled in the Black Forest, the same forest that inspired the tales of Hansel and Gretel and Snow White, Baden-Baden was once a meeting place for Europe’s rich and famous because of its stunning natural wonders and the healing qualities of the thermal waters there. Established over 2,000 years ago as a place for relaxation, the city’s curative waters help you strike the perfect balance—with thermal waters that bubble upward from 12 natural springs sitting about 6,561 feet under the earth. Experience it for yourself with a trip to the famed Caracalla Spa or Sea Salt Grotto. Or get out, get going and take in Baden-Baden’s enchanting rose gardens, parks, fountains and bridges, and the placid Oos River, on one of many active excursions.
Strasbourg, a dynamic city that has changed its nationality four times, has a lot to offer. With a UNESCO-designated City Centre, over 248 miles of biking trails, and hundreds of bakeries, breweries and cafes, you won’t have a shortage of ways to explore the town’s undeniable charm. Savour a one-of-a-kind experience in historic Speyer, where you’ll be treated to a private vinegar tasting at a captivating estate. Explore Cochem’s castle-dotted hillsides with a nighttime visit to Cochem Castle, where you’ll get an unmatched look at the history of the area over hundreds of years. See Germany’s oldest town, Trier, and learn about its rich Roman history on a panoramic walking tour that includes the Emperor Bath, Constantine Basilica, and Karl Marx’s birthplace. Embark on a tour of the neighbouring country of Luxembourg and get a feel for its warm, welcoming atmosphere on a tour of its capital. And revel in the picture-perfect wine making villages of Bernkastel and Boppard. Along the way, you’ll enjoy countless wellness opportunities and excursions, and can enjoy our Travelling Lite menu onboard, featuring dishes with fewer calories as well as vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options. Let the enthralling Moselle and Rhine captivate you.
ACCOMMODATION:
- 12 day cruise in a riverview stateroom on the River Queen
- 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 Internet and Wi-Fi access
DINING:
- All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
- 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
Note: The itineraries presented are subject to modification due to water levels, closures because of public holidays or other uncontrollable factors. Every effort will be made to operate programs as planned, but changes may still be necessary throughout the cruise. This day-to-day schedule is subject to change. Your final day-to-day schedule will be provided onboard on the first day of your cruise. This cruise also operates in reverse.
The following itinerary is for the Baden-Baden to Frankfurt cruise.
DAY 1: Arrive Baden-Baden
Arrive at Frankfurt Airport. If your cruise package includes a group arrival transfer or you have purchased a private arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the Hotel Dorint in Baden-Baden for the start of your tour.
DAY 2: Baden-Baden
Baden-Baden is known as a spa town, and appropriately so. The city’s contemporary flair meshes with hot springs, spas and unspoiled nature, offering a wonderfully diverse collection of relaxing and invigorating experiences. Whether you embark on a tour of the city with a visit to the Festspielhaus or take full advantage of Baden-Baden’s curative powers at the Caracalla Thermal Bath or Sea Salt Grotto, you’ll leave feeling relaxed, rejuvenated and ready for everything else that’s in store.
Choice of Baden-Baden city tour with casino or Festspielhaus guided visit or Caracalla Thermal Bath or Sea Salt Grotto
DAY 3: Baden-Baden, Strasbourg
Today, you’ll check out of your hotel in Baden-Baden and head to Strasbourg to board the River Queen, one of our most unique ships on Europe’s waterways, for the cruise portion of your tour.
DAY 4: Strasbourg
Strasbourg is invariably described as quaint, a rather overused word that in this case is perfectly apropos. This historic town with its cobbled lanes, half-timbered homes, giant stork nests and impossible-to-resist pastry shops will win your heart. You may choose to see Strasbourg via a panoramic tour, which would give you an enlightening and relaxing overview of this historically important city. Or you may experience the historic core as the locals do, with a walking tour.
Choice of "Do as the Locals Do" Strasbourg walking tour or Strasbourg panoramic tour with Cathedral and Old Town walk
In the evening, a special Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you.
DAY 5: Speyer
Expect the unexpected in Speyer, where ancient treasures harmoniously coexist with modern day innovation. For something really unexpected, venture into a mysterious, candlelit tasting room to sample flavorful elixirs made from wine vinegars. Utterly unique and surprisingly delicious. The ship docks in Speyer, where you’ll have to choose between boarding a motor-coach for a guided walking tour or taking in a private tasting at a local vinegar estate.
Choice of Private Doktorenhof Vinegar Estate visit and tasting or Speyer Walking Tour
DAY 6: Cochem
Perhaps one of Germany’s most colourful cities, Cochem feels just like a storybook with its dramatic castle, impressive landscapes and pastel-coloured shops, restaurants and buildings lining the banks of the Moselle. Perched high above on a cliff, the brilliant Cochem Castle, or Reichsburg Cochem, brings German history and culture to life and provides panoramic views of the Moselle and Cochem below, which you’ll have the chance to see during the nighttime glow.
Featured Excursion: Evening visit to Cochem Castle
DAY 7: Cochem
The picturesque town of Cochem is nestled in a particularly scenic area of the Moselle Valley. The Moselle River cuts through the town, leaving Cochem in two distinct halves on two steep hills, one on the left side of the river and one on the right. Discover Cochem’s perfect quaintness on foot, with stops along the city wall’s medieval gates and Marktplatz. Uncover Cold War secrets in the quiet residential area of Cochem-Cond, the location of a bunker that held replacement currency during the Cold War. Or opt for an active jaunt along the Moselle with a bike tour, mountain golfing or hike.
Choice of Cochem walking tour or The Secrets of the Cold War or "Let's Go" Active on the Moselle
DAY 8: Trier
Trier has no shortage of famous landmarks, stunning cathedrals, natural beauty, UNESCO World Heritage Sites and architectural treasures. See Trier’s Roman heritage and Gallic charm as you stroll to some of the city’s most notable spots. Marvel at the stone Roman gate, the Porta Nigra, the Karl Marx house, the Imperial Baths and more.
Featured Excursion: Trier panoramic walking tour
DAY 9: Trier
Trier is a city surrounded by stunning ruins and remnants of the Roman Empire, and not to mention, neighbour to the small country of Luxembourg. Experience a healthy dose of historical novelties with a visit to the expansive Luxembourg American War Cemetery and Memorial of General Patton, one of the heroes of World War II.
Featured Excursion: Luxembourg with WWII Cemetery
DAY 10: Bernkastel
Bernkastel sits peacefully in the Moselle Valley and is as romantic and picture-perfect as it gets. Explore by foot its scenic streets, taverns and vineyards, and enjoy a tasting of exceptional regional Rieslings. Aside from the medieval marketplace, a must-see is the Graach Gate, the last remaining town gate of Bernkastel-Kues. Its original purpose was that of protection, hoping to ward off foreign aggression in the 1300s, but now it’s a museum of local history and a beloved landmark. If a bike is your transportation of choice, cycle along the dreamy paths of the middle Moselle.
Choice of Bernkastel village walk with Riesling tasting or "Let's Go" biking the scenic Middle Moselle
A special Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening.
DAY 11: Boppard, Rüdesheim
Boppard is as picture-perfect as it gets. Wander through its stone-laden streets, riverside walking paths and historic centre, stopping in for wine at the half-timbered taverns serving up exceptional Riesling from grapes grown on nearby vineyards. In Rüdesheim, make your way up to arguably the best view in the entire region, Rhine Bend, by scenic chairlift ride. See the Rhine River at its most astonishing point and stroll through its vineyard-dotted hillsides before heading back down to its waterfront streets. Enjoy a visit to Rheinstein Castle and learn the history of this long-standing medieval castle or embark on a walk around town, complete with local treats.
Choice of Boppard village stroll or Rheinstein visit or "Let's Go" hike from Rüdesheim to Assmanshausen or Rüdesheim walk with local treats or "Let's Go" Rhine biking
DAY 12: Depart Frankfurt
Disembark the ship. If your cruise package includes a group purchase or transfer, you will be transferred to Frankfurt airport for your flight home.
2020 Air Offer - A World of Luxury Awaits offer - book a 2020 voyage by 31 Oct 2019 and choose from the following:
- Fly Free to Europe in Economy* plus private chauffeur transfers
OR
- Fly Business Class to Europe from $3,999 pp*plus private chauffeur transfers
OR
- Save $1,500 pp on cruises 11 days or more* plus private chauffeur transfers
PLUS
- SAVE 5% on all Suite category staterooms; SAVE 10% on all other stateroom categories. Book by 30 September 2019 and pay in full at time of booking to be eligible for this offer.
Departing 25 Oct 2020:
- Classic Stateroom from $7,599pp twin share
- Deluxe Stateroom from $8,499 pp twin share
- French Balcony Stateroom from $9,099 pp twin share
- Suite usually from $12,699 pp twin share
For prices and live availability on alternative departure dates between April and September 2020, please call our friendly travel team on freecall 1300 414 198 today to secure this great deal!
Please note prices are subject to availability at time of booking. Fares are capacity controlled and are subject to change at any time without notice. Advertised price inclusive of Pay in Full discount.
River Queen is one of the most unique ships cruising Europe’s waterways and has an exterior resembling the steamships of the 1930s and an elegant Art Deco interior. Decorated in richly textured blue and white fabrics—with marble bathrooms and inspiring artwork—River Queen is a sublime floating hotel designed with your every comfort in mind. River Queen was rated the #1 ship in the entire cruise industry (both river and ocean) in the 2012 Condé Nast Traveller Readers' Cruise Poll.
Classic Stateroom:
- 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, waffle bathrobes, and slippers
Deluxe Stateroom:
- 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, waffle bathrobes, and slippers
French Balcony Stateroom:
- 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, waffle bathrobes, and slippers
Suite:
- Lavishly appointed riverview suite (215 sq ft - 20 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 Hermès bath and body products, plush towels, waffle bathrobes, and slippers
- Additional special amenities and services
Travel at 60 booking conditions apply
2020 AIR OFFER - A WORLD OF LUXURY AWAITS
TERMS & CONDITIONS: *Flight offers are valid for new bookings made between 04 Sep & 31 Oct 2019. Prices are per person (adult fares) including any applicable taxes & fuel surcharges. Offer is based on fares to the nearest available online European city to the cruise embarkation point or an available alternative as advised at time of booking. Air carriers are selected at the discretion of Uniworld, based on available fare classes at the time of booking & must be purchased in conjunction with applicable 2020 Uniworld Europe departure. Departure from Australia can be taken when convenient for the guest and not prior to 1 Mar 2020, subject to availability. These airfares are based on a maximum 90 day stay in Europe.The airfare can’t be sold in isolation & is subject to availability. Uniworld reserves the right to correct errors or omissions & to change all fares, fees & surcharges at any time. Airfares are valid departing from SYD/MEL/ADL/PER/BNE/CBR & arriving into AMS, ATH, BCN, BER, BRU, BUD, BUH, CPH, DUB, EDI,FRA,GOT, IST, LON, MAD, MAN, MIL, MLA, MOW, MUC, NCE, OSL, PAR, PRG, PSA, ROM, STO, VCE, VIE, WAW, ZAG & ZRH, subject to selected carrier and routing. Surcharges apply if the required booking class is not available & a higher booking class is required & for select arrival cities. Payment terms Economy & Business Class Airfares: 10% cruise deposit & a non-refundable $1,500 per person additional deposit is due within 5 days of booking. Final payment of cruise fare & balance of any airfare is due 120 days prior to cruise departure. Guests who do not wish to book airfares under this air offer, may receive a $1,000pp (cruises 10 days or less) or $1,500pp (cruises 11 days or more) discount off their cruise fare. In this case, standard Uniworld booking conditions apply. By paying the applicable deposits you accept the Terms & Conditions of the Uniworld Air Offer, & tickets will be issued. Our partner airlines reserve the right to advise an earlier airfare Ticketing Time Limit date, subject to booking conditions and restrictions. Stopovers are subject to additional surcharge & flight restrictions apply. After ticket issuance, date changes & cancellation fees apply. The promotion is capacity controlled, & may not be combined with any other offer, except for River Heritage Club savings. This offer is valid on all available cabin categories on all 2020 departures across Europe (excluding Holiday Season) sailings from 1 Mar to 15 Nov 2020. For cruise departures where flights are out of date range at time of booking, we will issue tickets only when the return date is within range, approximately 331 days prior to the selected return date. Tickets will only be issued when proposed flights have been confirmed by you or your travel advisor, & must be ticketed by 15 Nov 2019, unless out of date range, at which point tickets must strictly be issued 3 days after flight confirmation from Uniworld. We will do everything reasonably possible to fulfil the air offer. However, if we are unable to fulfil the flights for any reason, we will revert your booking to the cruise only early booking promotion available at the time your booking was made. The private chauffeur transfer service is available for all guests travelling in a party of three or less, from one address within a 50 km radius of major Australian international airports: Adelaide, Brisbane, Cairns, Canberra, Darwin, Hobart, Melbourne, Perth & Sydney. Transfer service is provided from and to one location. No additional stops are permitted. If your pick up / drop off address is more than 50km from one of the permitted airports you can still take advantage of the transfers, however you will be charged a surcharge payable directly to Brunel Chauffeur Drive at the point of reservation or to the driver. Mileage is strictly based on journey information calculated by inputting start and end addresses into Google Maps. Guests must contact Brunel Worldwide Chauffeur Drive to book the transfer. Transfers can only be booked 30 days prior to the departure from Australia, and no later than 72 hours prior to the departure. Guests and their travel advisors will be responsible for re-confirming any flight changes with Brunel directly. Guests who receive a solo supplement discount or waiver will be required to pay a $100 surcharge for the return chauffeur transfers. Guests outside of the 50km range will instead receive a $200 per booking Accor Hotels gift voucher. Guests can choose to receive their hotel voucher at the time they deposit by paying an additional $200 non-refundable deposit towards the total cost of their cruise, or they can opt to receive the hotel voucher with their documents once paid in full. The Accor Hotels gift voucher is non-transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Offers may be withdrawn or amended at any time. Please contact Uniworld for details.
EARLY PAYMENT SAVINGS TERMS & CONDITIONS: ^Early Payment Savings require payment in full within three days of booking and is valid for new, individual bookings on 2020 itineraries and departure dates only. Offer applies to full cruise fare bookings only, including those bookings on the air offer. The business class airfare must also be paid in full within three days to qualify for the Early Payment Savings on the cruise fare. All fares and savings listed are in AUD. Rates and savings vary by itinerary, departure date and category of accommodations. Savings for eligible Europe and Russia voyages are: 5% for all Suite Category staterooms; 10% for all other stateroom categories. Discounted savings amounts are based on the cruise-tour portion of bookings (including category upgrades and single supplements), after other applicable discounts are applied and do not apply to the purchase of air tickets, optional pre and post extensions or Uniworld Gold Seal Protection. All applicable discounts are applied sequentially; fixed savings amounts are deducted prior to applying any percentage-based discounts. Offer is capacity controlled and may be modified or withdrawn at any time. Other restrictions may apply. 10% Early Payment Savings expires 30 September 2019.
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