New Cruise & Tour Itineraries with Uniworld and Luxury Gold
Already a mainstay in the world of ultra-immersive travel, Uniworld last month announced that they will be taking this one step further, with a collection of exciting Cruise & Tour itineraries planned in partnership with sister brand Luxury Gold.
Luxury Gold is a high-end tour operator, focused on providing premium travel experiences to small groups of discerning travellers. Each journey is meticulously curated by travel experts—from fine dining to 5-star accommodation to private tours of bucket-list landmarks, every last detail is imbued with a sense of indulgence and discovery.
Launching in 2027, these five itineraries are the last word in all-encompassing exploration, seamlessly blending luxurious river voyages with unforgettable land tours. Michelin-star dining, a 24/7 travel concierge, sumptuous accommodation and exclusive sightseeing experiences—all of it is taken care of under a single booking, meaning guests don’t have to worry about juggling the finer details.
Speaking on this latest development, Uniworld CEO Ellen Bettridge said, “By pairing our boutique river cruises with some of Luxury Gold’s most popular land itineraries, we’re offering our guests a more expensive way to explore Europe—one that feels seamless and never asks them to compromise on service, comfort or ease.”
Keep reading to find out more about these once-in-a-lifetime itineraries…
Cruise & Tour: Revel in Switzerland and the Danube
This 17-day odyssey takes guests from the picturesque lakeside city of Geneva all the way to Budapest, combining an all-inclusive Danube River cruise aboard the S.S. Maria Theresa with an expansive land tour through Switzerland. Highlights of the trip include an after-hours tour of the Rosengart Collection in Lucerne, a private cheese fondue tasting and a ride aboard the iconic Glacier Express where guests will be treated to panoramic views of the Alps.
Cruise & Tour: Indulge in France and Britain
Kicking off in Edinburgh, this itinerary invites guests to spend 17 days uncovering the best that Scotland, England and France have to offer. The land tour portion of the trip includes a new bucket-list landmark every day—the Lake District, afternoon tea at Castle Howard, Stonehenge, Alnwick Castle, the Tower of London, to name a few. Guests will then take a high-speed train to Paris, where the S.S. Joie de Vivre awaits, ready for a memorable journey down the Seine, where stops include the Normandy Beaches, a cheese farm in Rouen and the secret rooms of Versailles.
Cruise & Tour: Experience the Best of Italy
Italy is high on the bucket list for many a traveller – for good reason – and there is truly no better way to explore the country’s treasures than this 19-day tour. Starting off strong with a Venetian Lagoon cruise aboard La Venezia, the second half of the trip keeps the momentum going with a jaunt around the most sought-after Italian hotspots, including the Vatican City, Tuscany, the ruins of Pompeii, Capri’s yacht-studded skyline and more!
Cruise & Tour: Delight in Switzerland and the Rhine
On this 19-day itinerary, guests will spend 10 days uncovering the hidden gems of Switzerland before hopping aboard the S.S. Elisabeth for a 7-day Rhine cruise, where highlights include a tasting at the Private Doktorenhof Vinegar Estate, a cable car ride up to Niederwald Heights and a tour of Cologne’s chocolate museum. Following disembarkation in Amsterdam, guests will have a few more days to soak in everything this breathtaking city has to offer.
Cruise & Tour: Discover Portugal and Spain
Imagine spending 20 days basking in the radiant splendour of Spain and Portugal…with this itinerary, you can. Guests will begin their journey in Spain, hitting hotspots like Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and Seville, before heading to Lisbon and boarding the S.S. São Gabriel. From there, it’s nothing but the sun-drenched Douro Valley stretching endlessly ahead, with days spent wandering golden streets, vineyard tours and of course, plenty of wine to look forward to.
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