River Duchess Review

-- / 5.0
Editor Rating
52 reviews
Palace restaurant on Uniworld's River Duchess (Photo: Uniworld)
Blue Danube Lounge on Uniworld's River Duchess (Photo: Uniworld)
French balcony cabin on Uniworld's River Duchess (Photo: Uniworld)
See all photos
Jana Jones
Contributor

River Duchess, part of a series of Uniworld ships that include River Queen, River Empress, and River Princess, features three passenger decks plus sun deck, an elevator and a launderette.

Unlike the earlier and later ships in the fleet, though , staterooms on these vessels, including the four suites, have no windows that open. Otherwise, the cabins are well-equipped, with flat-screen televisions, DVD players, international direct telephone service (outbound only), air conditioning, hotel-style beds, one armchair, a small settee and a coffee table. Standard staterooms measure 151 square ft.; suites have an additional 65 square ft. of living space, and suite guests get additional amenities such as an in-cabin fridge, slippers, sparkling wine and fresh fruit.

The onboard ambiance is casual, with guests congregating in the lounge or on the sun deck. There is a library for quiet time, a spa for facials and massages, a sauna, small gymnasium and a computer station.

Open-seating dining offers fresh regional cuisine, with unlimited pours of beer, wine and spirits. Dress is resort casual with option cocktail attire at the Captain's Welcome and Farewell dinners.

All interior space on the ship is smoke free; smoking is allowed on the sun deck only.

Fares are inclusive of gratuities for onboard services, including pre- and post-cruise extensions.

River Duchess offers cruises that range from 8-day Budapest to Nuremberg; 10-day Budapest to Bucharest; 16-day Budapest to Amsterdam; 19-day Bucharest to Nuremberg with Prague land, and 25-day Amsterdam to Bucharest

About

Passengers: 130
Crew: 41
Passenger to Crew: 3.17:1
Launched: 2003
Shore Excursions: 63

Find a River Duchess Cruise from $2,699

Any Month

More about Uniworld River Duchess

Where does Uniworld River Duchess sail from?

Uniworld River Duchess departs from Prague, Budapest, Frankfurt, and Amsterdam

How much does it cost to go on Uniworld River Duchess?

Cruises on Uniworld River Duchess start from $2,699 per person.
Uniworld River Duchess Cruiser Reviews

Very enjoyable cruise

The River Duchess was apparently refitted in 2020 for the 2021 season which was cut short due to COVID. It appears to us that carpets, mattresses, paint, laundry facilities, etc. were all new.Read More
User Avatar
Eaton Out

couple2-5 Cruises

Age 60s

Low river disruptions, but still a great time

We left Budapest a day early because of the river, but got an extra day in Vienna, which was great. Once we got as far as Vilshofen, the river was no longer navigable.Read More
User Avatar
seattleGTfan

couple2-5 Cruises

Age 60s

Wonderful Cruise Celebration, Great Itinerary

Luckily a AMAcruise guide helped us, by calling the River Duchess for us, and helping us get a cab to the hotel. We were easily reimbursed, but another unpleasant way to start our vacation.Read More
User Avatar
Fostersmith

couple2-5 Cruises

Age 70s

Another fabulous experience on Uniworld

Once again, Uniworld showed why they are at the top of the river cruise universe.Read More
User Avatar
jmhohn

couple2-5 Cruises

Age 70s

Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection Fleet
River Princess
51 reviews

Get special cruise deals, expert advice, insider tips and more.By proceeding, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.

© 1995—2024, The Independent Traveler, Inc.