Uniworld Boutique River Cruises new collection of “Cruise & Tour” itineraries for 2027 will partner with Luxury Gold that blends luxury river cruising with small-group land travel.
The itineraries showcase iconic European destinations, pairing multi-night journeys on land with award-winning, all-inclusive river cruises.
“At Uniworld, our focus is always on creating travel experiences that feel intentional and immersive,” Uniworld president and 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 expansive way to explore Europe – one that feels seamless and never asks them to compromise on service, comfort or ease.”
“What we know is that Aussies and Kiwis tend to travel for longer and enjoy boutique hotels, excellent food and they love travelling in small groups of like-minded people,” Uniworld in Australia and New Zealand managing director Alice Ager said.
“Luxury Gold is a trusted leader in providing the best accommodation with that priceless ‘jumping the queues to get behind the scenes’ access which we love. Both Luxury Gold and Uniworld offer access to moments that aren’t your everyday experience with before and after-hours visits so I am confident our agents and our guests are going to love these combinations.”
Debuting in 2027, each ‘Cruise & Tour’ itinerary is purposefully crafted to maximise destination immersion, offering the ease of a single booking and a consistent luxury standard throughout. Before and/or after each cruise, guests enjoy elevated hotel stays paired with a 24/7 Travel Concierge, expertly guided sightseeing, exceptional dining and exclusive experiences ashore.
Onboard, Uniworld’s signature elegance, standout service and thoughtfully curated river excursions take centre stage, resulting in a journey that perfectly blends cultural discovery with effortless indulgence from beginning to end.
New 2027 Cruise & Tour itineraries
Revel in Switzerland & the Danube
This 17-day journey from Geneva to Budapest combines a luxurious land tour of Switzerland with an all-inclusive Danube River cruise. Highlights include a panoramic ride aboard the Glacier Express, a private after-hours visit to Lucerne’s Rosengart Collection, alpine hikes with a Swiss mountain guide, and Michelin-starred dining before sailing through Central Europe’s storybook cities and cultural capitals.
Indulge in France & Britain
Spanning 17 days from Edinburgh to Paris, the itinerary blends a regal land journey through Scotland and England with a Seine River cruise through Normandy. Guests enjoy exclusive experiences such as a private high tea at Castle Howard, the Ceremony of the Keys at the Tower of London, visits to iconic castles and Roman cities, and a river cruise featuring Giverny, Rouen, the Normandy beaches and a behind-the-scenes tour of Versailles.
Experience the Best of Italy
This indulgent 19-day round-trip journey from Venice combines a Venetian lagoon cruise with an immersive small-group land tour across Italy’s most iconic regions. From private cruises along Capri’s coastline and truffle hunting in Tuscany to Michelangelo’s David in Florence, Pompeii’s ancient ruins and after-hours access to the Doge’s Palace, the itinerary perfectly showcases Italy’s art, cuisine and history.
Discover Portugal & Spain
Travel from Madrid to Porto on this 20-day exploration of Iberia, blending a culturally rich land tour with a scenic Douro River cruise. Highlights include Michelin-starred dining, hands-on cooking classes, a private flamenco experience in Seville, visits to the Alhambra and Portugal’s royal palaces, and wine tastings in the terraced vineyards of the UNESCO-listed Douro Valley.
Delight in Switzerland & the Rhine
This 19-day journey from Geneva to Amsterdam pairs Switzerland’s alpine grandeur with a Rhine River cruise through France, Germany and the Netherlands. Guests experience the Glacier Express and a private after-hours museum visit in Lucerne before cruising past medieval castles, vineyard-lined hills, and historic cities such as Strasbourg, Cologne and Amsterdam.
