Uniworld Boutique River Cruises is encouraging travel agents to inspire clients to plan ahead for the festive season, with a collection of ultra-luxury Christmas and New Year sailings across Europe’s most enchanting winter destinations.
*All details correct at time of publish (14 July 2026)
The ultra-luxury river cruise line is offering a 13-day All Inclusive Christmas and New Year’s sailing from just £3,999 per person.
A range of eight- to 13-day itineraries are available, sailing through destinations such as France, Germany, Austria, Belgium, the Netherlands and Hungary. Festive highlights include private access to the Palace of Versailles, an exclusive choral performance at Rouen Cathedral, Christmas markets in Strasbourg, Vienna and Brussels, and VIP brewery experiences in Germany.
Customers can experience the magic of the season from their own floating boutique hotel with signature service, immersive excursions and all-inclusive elegance included. With the cruise line’s New Year’s cruises, customers can ring in 2027 with champagne in hand, music in the air and fireworks lighting up the skies over Europe’s grandest cities.
Featured Christmas Market Sailings
8-day festive sailings through the heart of Europe. From the twinkling Christmas markets of Strasbourg to the storybook charm of Vienna and beyond, from the comfort of a luxurious floating boutique hotel.
8 Days | Paris Return
Super Ship Joie de Vivre
From £2,399pp (2 December 2026 departures)
Highlights include:
- Exclusive access to the private rooms of the Palace of Versailles
- Private evening choral performance inside Rouen Cathedral
- Explore Paris’ famous Christmas markets
- Exclusive reception at Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte
11 Days | Brussels to Amsterdam
Super Ship Victoria
From £5,649pp (23 December 2026)
Highlights include:
- Visit Brussels’ Christmas market with more than 200 festive stalls
- Discover the unique underground Christmas market in Valkenburg
- Celebrate New Year with a festive brunch and private Amsterdam canal cruise
8 Days | Basel to Cologne
River Duchess
From £2,999pp (25 November 2026 departures)
Highlights include:
- Experience Strasbourg’s famous Christmas Market by night
- Excursion to picturesque Lake Lucerne
- Wine tasting at Rheinweinwelten in Rüdesheim
8 Days | Nuremberg to Frankfurt
River Duchess
From £3,499pp (16 December 2026 departures)
Highlights include:
- Evening stroll through Würzburg Christmas Market
- Festive food experiences in Frankfurt
- VIP brewery tour at Kundmüller Brewery in Bamberg
Christmas & New Year Sailings
For clients looking to spend Christmas and welcome 2027 on the river, Uniworld is also offering festive holiday departures featuring gourmet dining, champagne celebrations and exclusive experiences.
Enchanting Christmas & New Year’s | 11 Days | Passau to Budapest
Super Ship Maria Theresa
From £2,999pp (23 December 2026)
Highlights include:
- Visit the birthplace of Silent Night
- Private Mozart & Strauss concert in a 12th-century monastery
- Explore Bratislava’s Christmas Market
Grand Christmas & New Year’s | 13 Days | Nuremberg to Budapest
Brand-new Super Ship Emilie
From £3,999pp (22 December 2026)
Highlights include:
- New Year’s Concert at Vienna’s Gartenpalais Liechtenstein
- Exclusive visit and tasting at Schloss Stetteldorf
- Celebrate the New Year aboard Uniworld’s newest Super Ship
Several departures have limited availability, with some festive itineraries offering only a single departure date. Agents are encouraged to book early to secure their clients’ preferred festive sailing.
Many departures have limited availability, with several festive sailings offering just one remaining departure date. Agents are encouraged to book early to secure their clients’ preferred itinerary.
For more information, visit www.uniworld.com.
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