Castles along the Rhine & Amsterdam
Castles along the Rhine & Amsterdam
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About Basel
Basel is a city in northwestern Switzerland on the Swiss, French and German borders. It is located on the bend of the River Rhine and benefits from a Mediterranean climate. It is the third most populated city in Switzerland and has been the commercial hub for Swiss arts and culture since the Renaissance. In 1967 the people of Basel voted to acquire two paintings by Picasso, who was so moved by the Basel people that he donated 3 paintings and a study to the city's Kunstmuseum (Museum of Fine Arts). Visit the Augusta Raurica, one of the largest Roman archaeology parks in Switzerland, and enjoy a river crossings over the River Rhine by non-motorised ferries. During the summer months, time is spent outdoors, either swimming in the River Rhine, dining al fresco, enjoying open air concerts, cinema, street parties and festivals. Basel is home to over 20 restaurants that have won GaultMillau or Michelin awards, and boasts Switzerland's largest collection of theatre shows, including modern contemporary dance, touring and puppetry theatre.
About Breisach
Breisach is a town located in Southwest Germany on the French border. The town is situated in the Rhine Valley on the banks of the river Rhine and dates back over four thousand years. Breisach and its history can be experienced through the City History Museum, which houses a permanent exhibition taking you from Stone Age through the Celtic, to the Romans and Middle Ages, right up to modern day. St Stephen's Cathedral is home to the city’s famous art treasures, the wheel wells, which are housed in the neighbouring Radbrunnenturm with the forty one metre deep water well. The cathedral is also home to many other treasures including the High Altar of Master HL and wall paintings by Martin Schongauer as well as High Gothic and Roman architecture. A visit to the Blue House, the former Jewish Community Centre, is highly recommended. Now owned by the Friends of Former Jewish Community House Breisach it exhibits memorials to Breisach’s Jewish heritage.
About Strasbourg
About Mannheim
Mannheim, Germany, is a dynamic city known for its distinctive grid layout and vibrant cultural scene. Located at the confluence of the Rhine and Neckar rivers, it features the impressive Mannheim Palace and the lush Luisenpark. The city's modern architecture contrasts with its historical roots, while its thriving arts scene includes theaters, museums, and music festivals. Mannheim is also a key industrial and commercial hub, making it a blend of cultural richness and economic vitality.
About Rüdesheim
About Koblenz
Located in the West of the country, Koblenz is one of the oldest cities in Germany. It is situated on both banks of the river Rhine, at its confluence with the Moselle River. The beginnings of Koblenz can be traced back to its military beginnings around 8 BC. The city is rich in its history and heritage and is easily explored on foot. Take the cable car crossing over the river Rhine for spectacular aerial views or enjoy the city from the one thousand year old fortress, Ehrenbreitstein. The upper middle Rhine Valley is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and its unique landscape can be enjoyed and discovered through the interactive multimedia journey at the Romanticum. Historical and architectural sites of interest include Stolzenfels Castle, the Electoral Palace of Koblenz and Old Town. From the romantic winding streets and small squares of Old Town, stroll through the alleyways from the Church of the Holy Virgin to the St Kastor Basilica and enjoy the picturesque buildings and squares along the way. Koblenz is also very popular for its Riesling and strong Spatburgunder wines since the Romans introduced it two thousand years ago.
About Cologne
Cologne is a city in western Germany located across the Rhine river. It is the oldest in Germany, dating back 2000 years and is considered the region’s cultural hub. The city is known for its iconic landmark of the twin-spired Cologne Cathedral set against the reconstructed Old Town buildings. When in Old Town, visit the historic Old Town Hall and the Roman Church Great St Martin, or take time out and sit at one of the traditional breweries and enjoy the scenery around you. Historical sites such as the Roman Dionysus mosaic and the medieval Overstolzenhaus are worth a visit too. Another iconic sight in Cologne is at Hohenzollern Bridge. Here, local and tourist couples affix padlocks to the railings of the bridge and swear their loyalty to each other, they then throw the key into the Rhein to ensure everlasting love. Cologne is home to over 30 stages providing cabaret, free ensembles, theatre and dance and also celebrates its openly gay culture.
About Arnhem
About Amsterdam
Amsterdam combines the unrivaled beauty of the 17th-century Golden Age city center with plenty of museums and art of the highest order, not to mention a remarkably laid-back atmosphere. It all comes together to make this one of the world's most appealing and offbeat metropolises in the world. Built on a latticework of concentric canals like an aquatic rainbow, Amsterdam is known as the City of Canals—but it's no Venice, content to live on moonlight serenades and former glory. Quite the contrary: on nearly every street here you'll find old and new side by side—quiet corners where time seems to be holding its breath next to streets like neon-lit Kalverstraat, and Red Light ladies strutting by the city's oldest church. Indeed, Amsterdam has as many lovely facets as a 40-carat diamond polished by one of the city's gem cutters. It's certainly a metropolis, but a rather small and very accessible one. Locals tend to refer to it as a big village, albeit one that happens to pack the cultural wallop of a major world destination. There are scores of concerts every day, numerous museums, summertime festivals, and, of course, a legendary year-round party scene. It's pretty much impossible to resist Amsterdam's charms. With 7,000 registered monuments, most of which began as the residences and warehouses of humble merchants, set on 160 man-made canals, and traversed by 1,500 or so bridges, Amsterdam has the largest historical inner city in Europe. Its famous circle of waterways, the grachtengordel, was a 17th-century urban expansion plan for the rich and is a lasting testament to the city’s Golden Age. This town is endearing because of its kinder, gentler nature—but a reputation for championing sex, drugs, and rock ’n’ roll does not alone account for Amsterdam's being one of the most popular destinations in Europe: consider that within a single square mile the city harbors some of the greatest achievements in Western art, from Rembrandt to Van Gogh. Not to mention that this is one of Europe's great walking cities, with so many of its treasures in the untouted details: tiny alleyways barely visible on the map, hidden garden courtyards, shop windows, floating houseboats, hidden hofjes(courtyards with almshouses), sudden vistas of church spires, and gabled roofs that look like so many unframed paintings. And don’t forget that the joy lies in details: elaborate gables and witty gable stones denoting the trade of a previous owner. Keep in mind that those XXX symbols you see all over town are not a mark of the city's triple-X reputation. They're part of Amsterdam's official coat of arms—three St. Andrew's crosses, believed to represent the three dangers that have traditionally plagued the city: flood, fire, and pestilence. The coat's motto ("Valiant, determined, compassionate") was introduced in 1947 by Queen Wilhelmina in remembrance of the 1941 February Strike in Amsterdam—the first time in Europe that non-Jewish people protested against the persecution of Jews by the Nazi regime.
About Amsterdam
Amsterdam combines the unrivaled beauty of the 17th-century Golden Age city center with plenty of museums and art of the highest order, not to mention a remarkably laid-back atmosphere. It all comes together to make this one of the world's most appealing and offbeat metropolises in the world. Built on a latticework of concentric canals like an aquatic rainbow, Amsterdam is known as the City of Canals—but it's no Venice, content to live on moonlight serenades and former glory. Quite the contrary: on nearly every street here you'll find old and new side by side—quiet corners where time seems to be holding its breath next to streets like neon-lit Kalverstraat, and Red Light ladies strutting by the city's oldest church. Indeed, Amsterdam has as many lovely facets as a 40-carat diamond polished by one of the city's gem cutters. It's certainly a metropolis, but a rather small and very accessible one. Locals tend to refer to it as a big village, albeit one that happens to pack the cultural wallop of a major world destination. There are scores of concerts every day, numerous museums, summertime festivals, and, of course, a legendary year-round party scene. It's pretty much impossible to resist Amsterdam's charms. With 7,000 registered monuments, most of which began as the residences and warehouses of humble merchants, set on 160 man-made canals, and traversed by 1,500 or so bridges, Amsterdam has the largest historical inner city in Europe. Its famous circle of waterways, the grachtengordel, was a 17th-century urban expansion plan for the rich and is a lasting testament to the city’s Golden Age. This town is endearing because of its kinder, gentler nature—but a reputation for championing sex, drugs, and rock ’n’ roll does not alone account for Amsterdam's being one of the most popular destinations in Europe: consider that within a single square mile the city harbors some of the greatest achievements in Western art, from Rembrandt to Van Gogh. Not to mention that this is one of Europe's great walking cities, with so many of its treasures in the untouted details: tiny alleyways barely visible on the map, hidden garden courtyards, shop windows, floating houseboats, hidden hofjes(courtyards with almshouses), sudden vistas of church spires, and gabled roofs that look like so many unframed paintings. And don’t forget that the joy lies in details: elaborate gables and witty gable stones denoting the trade of a previous owner. Keep in mind that those XXX symbols you see all over town are not a mark of the city's triple-X reputation. They're part of Amsterdam's official coat of arms—three St. Andrew's crosses, believed to represent the three dangers that have traditionally plagued the city: flood, fire, and pestilence. The coat's motto ("Valiant, determined, compassionate") was introduced in 1947 by Queen Wilhelmina in remembrance of the 1941 February Strike in Amsterdam—the first time in Europe that non-Jewish people protested against the persecution of Jews by the Nazi regime.
Luxurious riverview grand suite (412 sq ft - 38.25 sq m)
Grand suites include handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closets, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat and flat-screen TV with infotainment center
Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, comfortable bathrobes and slippers, a rain shower and tub, backlit magnifying mirror, heated mirror and a secluded toilet area
Additional amenities and service include: in-suite butler service; packing and unpacking assistance; in-room breakfast; daily fruit and cookie plate, and an elegant evening snack; Nespresso coffee machine and fine teas; fully stocked mini bar; bottle of wine upon arrival; shoe shine; and free laundry service
- Luxurious riverview suite (286 sq ft - 26.5 sq m)
- Built-in closets, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat and flat-screen TV with infotainment center
- Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, backlit magnifying mirror, comfortable bathrobes and slippers
- Additional amenities and services include in-suite butler service, packing and unpacking assistance, in-room breakfast, daily fruit and cookie plate and an elegant evening snack, Nespresso coffee machine and fine teas, fully stocked mini bar, bottle of wine upon request, shoeshine, and free laundry service
- Luxurious riverview stateroom (194 sq ft - 18 sq m) with a French balcony
- Built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center
- Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, backlit magnifying mirror, comfortable bathrobes and slippers
- Luxurious riverview stateroom (194 - 227 sq ft / 18 - 21 sq m) with a French balcony
- Built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center
- Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, backlit magnifying mirror, comfortable bathrobes and slippers
- Luxurious riverview stateroom (175 sq ft - 16.25 sq m)
- Built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center
- Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, backlit magnifying mirror, comfortable bathrobes and slippers
S.S. Emilie
Built in celebration of Uniworld’s 50th Anniversary, the S.S. Emilie is our newest member of our Super Ship fleet – and one of our most artistically expressive to date. Debuting on the Danube River in 2026 before expanding to other iconic European rivers from 2027, she marks a new chapter for Uniworld, where fine art, European heritage and contemporary river luxury come together effortlessly.
The story of the S.S. Emilie begins in Vienna at the turn of the 20th century, a time of artistic rebellion, decorative richness and modern thinking. Inspired by the work of Gustav Klimt, whose unmistakable style reshaped the art world, the ship is named in honour of his muse, Emilie Flöge. A pioneering designer in her own right, Flöge embodied creativity, confidence and individuality – qualities that feel intrinsically aligned with Uniworld’s design philosophy.
Throughout the ship, this inspiration is expressed through mood and detail rather than literal interpretation. Dramatic colour palettes, flowing Art Nouveau forms and luminous accents of gold subtly echo the visual language of Klimt’s most celebrated works. The result is an atmosphere that feels layered and expressive yet distinctly contemporary – elegant, immersive and unmistakably Uniworld.
When she begins sailing the Danube River in 2026, the S.S. Emilie will offer a refined perspective on some of Europe’s most enchanting destinations. Imperial cities reveal their grandeur from the water, storybook riverside towns unfold at a gentler pace, and ever-changing landscapes are framed like living works of art through expansive windows. From 2027, this experience will extend to other legendary European rivers, allowing guests to explore even more of the continent in the same artfully designed surroundings.
Ship Facts
| Launch Year | 2026 | ||||||
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| Language | en | ||||||
| Gross Tonnage | 1500 | ||||||
| Length | 135 | ||||||
| Width | 11.5 | ||||||
| Currency | EUR | ||||||
| Speed | 10 | ||||||
| Capacity | 154 | ||||||
| Crew Count | 57 | ||||||
| Deck Count | 4 | ||||||
| Cabin Count | 73 | ||||||
| Large Cabin Count | 0 | ||||||
| Wheelchair Cabin Count | 0 | ||||||
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Sun Deck
- Sun Deck
- Bridge
Adele Deck
- Fitness Center
- Serenity River Spa
- Brocade Bar
- Elevator
- Belvedere Lounge
- Grand Suite
- Suite
- Deluxe French Balcony
Athene Deck
- Lobby
- Reception
- Elevator
- Gustav's Restaurant
- French Balcony Stateroom (1x accessible)
Danae Deck
- Guest Laundry
- The Gold Room
- Classic Stateroom
- Elevator
Culinary Excellence
We treat cooking as an art form, a very delicious art form.
Enjoy an Unrivaled Taste of your Destinations
When dining onboard, you’ll be treated to world-class cuisine made from fresh ingredients, locally sourced from the destinations you visit.
From Farm to Ship
Farm-to-table isn’t just a trendy culinary buzzword around here. It’s a governing philosophy and commitment to serving you the very best local dishes created by our master chefs. When in Italy, dinner may consist of Prosciutto di Parma pizza and Osso Buco Milanese, prepared to your liking, with meats and vegetables sourced from just miles away. After a day immersed in Indian culture, your taste buds may do some immersing of their own with Gajar Shorba and Tandoori Chicken Tikka for lunch. Live brilliantly. Dine locally.
Creative Culinary Options
For those interested in healthier dining options, our Traveling Lite menu conveniently highlights the lightest dinner options every evening. We also offer a variety of vegetarian and vegan dishes, as well as gluten-free replacements upon request. If you have a specific meal preference, just ask. Our chefs will be happy to accommodate.
Gustav's Restaurant
Gustav's Restaurant can be located on the Athene Deck.
Private Dining
The Private Dining can be located on the Danae Deck
Life on board is equally considered. From beautifully composed public spaces to regionally inspired dining, every element reflects our belief that true luxury is found in the details. Evenings unfold softly, whether over a perfectly paired dinner, live music in elegant surroundings, or a quiet moment watching Europe shimmer past after dark.
Belvedere Lounge
The Belvedere Lounge can be located on the Adele Deck.
Aft Lounge
The Aft Lounge can be located on the Adele Deck.
Sun Deck
The Bridge and Loungers can be located on the Sun Deck.
Reception
The Reception is located on the Athene Deck.