5 Attributes of The Uniworld Difference

Couple Aboard Uniworld Cruise
Couple Aboard Uniworld Cruise

With such a vast selection of River Cruise lines to choose from you can easily be left to wonder
which one is right for me?

Most river cruise lines are all-inclusive and provide varying benefits, whether it be drinks with meals, free wifi, transfers or shore excursions (find out more from our useful what’s included guide).

If you’re looking for an extra special river cruise there are several luxury cruise lines available providing exceptional service. From in-suite butlers to expertly crafted cuisine and more. But for something completely unique that combines indulgent luxurious comforts with the characteristics of a beautiful boutique hotel, Uniworld are the unequivocal choice.

We break down what sets Uniworld apart from other luxury river cruise lines. Check out our top 5 things that make Uniworld unique.

Experience a ship like no other

Uniworld wow with their exquisite fleet of floating boutique hotels. Every ship is a unique work of art with grand décor, sumptuous amenities and signature details. Each ship in the Uniworld European fleet features a distinctive design and theme of its own, with original artwork from famous painters and antique furnishings. Impeccable attention to detail and opulent accents make Uniworld’s boutique river cruise ships a sensational home away from home.

Enjoy unrivalled expertise

With a sister company like the five star Red Carnation Hotel Collection, you can expect the service onboard a Uniworld cruise to emulate that of a top class luxury boutique hotel. Fewer staterooms and more staff than any other river cruise line mean that your every need is met to exceptional standards. Confident in their ability to please, Uniworld live by the belief- no request too large and no detail too small.

Choose personalised shore excursions

With their carefully curated and intriguing itineraries, Uniworld provide a unique and unforgettable experience for all their guests, with personalised options to suit even well-travelled cruisers.  Destinations visited include Europe, Russia, India, Egypt, Vietnam and Cambodia. With onboard experiences inspired by each captivating port along the journey.   Personalised ‘Choice is Yours’ excursions can be tailored to your tastes. Led by local experts, shore excursions can range from gentle walking to active adventures. Exclusive excursions can include an evening at a castle hosted by a real princess or classic concerts celebrating Mozart and Strauss.

Learn something new

Entertainment onboard a Uniworld cruise captivates and enchants whilst giving homage to local communities and destinations featured in your itinerary. Learn something new during your cruise with signature lectures onboard covering topics such as - Life and Art in the Golden Age of the Lowlands; Man Danube Canal: History of an engineering milestone; Russian Civilisation and History; The Sound of Christmas Music from Silent Night to Christmas Oratorio; and many more.

Cruise with a community conscience

With a mission statement that promises to passionately deliver unique and luxurious river cruises whilst respecting the communities of the destinations they visit, you know you can relax with this attentive and conscientious cruise line. Uniworld look to enhance the communities in which they live, work and play; and this is evident through their charity work and partnerships.

Materials no longer in use on Uniworld ships are donated to the Future of Khmer Children Charity, whilst an initiative born from Uniworld and the Travel Corporation known as the TreadRight Foundation encourages the sustainable development of tourism to benefit local cultures and communities.


Learn more and book your boutique Uniworld river cruise today. Alternatively, discover more luxury cruises here.