stdClass Object ( [id] => 4614 [title] => Castles Along The Rhine [catid] => 1 [params] => stdClass Object ( [images] => Array ( ) ) [location] => [supplier] => Jet2 [short_description] => [price] => 2689.00 [ptype] => 1 [pricenote] => 30% Savings [duration] => 8 [date] => 2025-07-24 [published] => 1 [created] => 0000-00-00 00:00:00 [destair] => Amsterdam [depair] => Scotland and other UK Airports [notes] => Uniworld 23/01 [myimage] => images/ANT1.png [starrating] => 5 [myimage2] => images/ANT2.png [myimage3] => images/ANT3.png [myimage4] => images/ANT4.png [myimage5] => images/ANT5.png [full_description] => Classic La Countesse Deck from £2689pp Cruise along the Rhine—Germany on one side, France on the other. Discover Alsace, whose dual French and German heritage has given it fabulous food and a winemaking tradition that goes back to the Romans. Marvel at castles that were once mighty fortresses and get an insider’s look at the impressive Rheinstein Castle. Visit historic cities, including ancient Cologne and picturesque Strasbourg; stroll through the fairytale town of Rüdesheim; and taste delightful white wines in the villages where the grapes are grown. This fabulous offer includes: • Flights from Scotland and other UK airports • 8 days onboard S.S. Antoinette staying in a Classic La Countesse Deck, All Inclusive • Regionally inspired gourmet dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner • Unlimited premium beverages, including fine wines, craft beers, handcrafted cocktails and top-shelf spirits • Culturally immersive entertainment onboard • Complimentary WIFI • Gratuities Included • Transfers Included SPECIAL OFFERS: 30% Discount ITINERARY: Day 1 - Amsterdam (Embark) Arrive at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. If your cruise package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the ship. Day 2 - Cologne History buffs will enjoy an expertly led tour through Cologne’s Old Town, where three medieval gates remain standing, as does the old city hall with its Renaissance façade. Wander through the city’s historical center and take in its charming atmosphere, narrow alleyways flanked by old houses, and countless breweries. No matter how you choose to explore Old Town, you’ll also have ample free time to explore on your own. A special Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening. Day 3 - Koblenz, Boppard Get to know Koblenz, a historic town with a colorful past and eclectic architecture, and enjoy a visit to the stunningly medieval Marksburg Castle. Day 4 - Boppard, Rudeshem Experience Germany’s fabled Rhine River in beautiful Rüdesheim. Enjoy a private tasting of estate-grown Rieslings at Castle Vollrads or explore Rüdesheim and the impressive Niederwald monument. Day 5 - Germersheim (Speyer) Speyer—“spire” in English—is well named, since the four red towers of the Romanesque cathedral dominate the Old Town. Day 6 - Kehl (Strasbourg) See Strasbourg on foot with an insightful local expert, where this historic town with its cobbled lanes, half-timbered homes, giant stork nests, and impossible-to-resist pastry shops will win your heart. Kehl, directly across the river from Strasbourg, will be your ship’s base while you explore the Alsatian capital. If you’re feeling adventurous, take advantage of Uniworld’s bicycles or Nordic walking sticks and explore the banks of the river. You have the entire afternoon to see more of Strasbourg on your own. Day 7 - Breisach Breisach is your gateway to the Alsatian wine road and your launching point for an excursion along the celebrated Route des Vins, which hugs the foothills of the Vosges mountain range. A special Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening. Day 8 - Basel (Disembark) Disembark the ship. If your cruise package includes a group departure transfer or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg for your flight home (unless, of course, you’ve decided to extend your trip with the post-cruise extension to lovely Lake Lucerne). CLASSIC LA COUNTESSE DECK: • Luxurious riverview stateroom (163 sq ft - 15.1 sq m) • Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite • Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, heated mirror, backlit magnifying mirror, comfortable bathrobes and slippers • Note: windows in these staterooms are situated at the water line CULINARY EXCELLENCE: When dining onboard, you’ll be treated to world-class cuisine made from fresh ingredients, locally sourced from the destinations you visit. WANDERLUST MEETS WELLNESS: All our cruises feature several options to get up, get going and stay fit, both onboard and onshore. Our seasoned wellness experts have an average tenure of ten years with Uniworld and continuously hone their craft with annual Ayurveda yoga and other trainings. They are there to lend their expertise to you. WELLNESS ON THE WATER: Start your day with sunrise yoga on the top deck, a TRX® Suspension Training class, or work out at your own pace in the well-equipped fitness center. Then, relax at the Serenity River Spa™ with a soothing facial or massage treatment, or take a dip in the heated pool. TRAVELLING LITE MENU: For those interested in healthier dining options, our Travelling Lite menu features all the flavor of our traditional menu, but with fewer calories. We also offer a variety of vegetarian and vegan options, prepared just for you. If you have a specific meal preference, just ask. Our chefs will be happy to accommodate. "LETS GO" EXCURSIONS: Our “Let’s Go” onshore program features guided walking, hiking, cycling, kayaking, golfing tours and more. Or, take one of our bicycles or Nordic Walking Sticks and head out on your own adventure. Wherever your journey takes you, there will be many opportunities to get out and go. THE MOST PERSONAL SERVICE: Service is at the heart of everything we do. We treat our guests like family–a philosophy instilled in our company culture as a family-owned business with 100 years in the hospitality industry. It’s the driving force behind our guest-centric atmosphere and the reason you leave your cruise feeling like part of the family. Please note that some of these facilities may incur an extra charge. Although the Foreign Office currently have placed no restrictions on travel to this destination we recommend when travelling abroad anywhere you check the Foreign Office website for up to date information, this website can be reached on the following link. https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/foreign-commonwealth-office We also recommend that you check with you doctor for up to date information regarding any inoculations that might be recommended. We do not issue insurance, but you must have travel insurance. Please note that due to the high volume of tickets in high season our company ticketing policy is that tickets will be dispatched 7 days prior to departure. [hotelname] => S.S. 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Marvel at castles that were once mighty fortresses and get an insider’s look at the impressive Rheinstein Castle. Visit historic cities, including ancient Cologne and picturesque Strasbourg; stroll through the fairytale town of Rüdesheim; and taste delightful white wines in the villages where the grapes are grown. This fabulous offer includes: • Flights from Scotland and other UK airports • 8 days onboard S.S. Antoinette staying in a Classic La Countesse Deck, All Inclusive • Regionally inspired gourmet dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner • Unlimited premium beverages, including fine wines, craft beers, handcrafted cocktails and top-shelf spirits • Culturally immersive entertainment onboard • Complimentary WIFI • Gratuities Included • Transfers Included SPECIAL OFFERS: 30% Discount ITINERARY: Day 1 - Amsterdam (Embark) Arrive at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. If your cruise package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the ship. Day 2 - Cologne History buffs will enjoy an expertly led tour through Cologne’s Old Town, where three medieval gates remain standing, as does the old city hall with its Renaissance façade. Wander through the city’s historical center and take in its charming atmosphere, narrow alleyways flanked by old houses, and countless breweries. No matter how you choose to explore Old Town, you’ll also have ample free time to explore on your own. A special Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening. Day 3 - Koblenz, Boppard Get to know Koblenz, a historic town with a colorful past and eclectic architecture, and enjoy a visit to the stunningly medieval Marksburg Castle. Day 4 - Boppard, Rudeshem Experience Germany’s fabled Rhine River in beautiful Rüdesheim. Enjoy a private tasting of estate-grown Rieslings at Castle Vollrads or explore Rüdesheim and the impressive Niederwald monument. Day 5 - Germersheim (Speyer) Speyer—“spire” in English—is well named, since the four red towers of the Romanesque cathedral dominate the Old Town. Day 6 - Kehl (Strasbourg) See Strasbourg on foot with an insightful local expert, where this historic town with its cobbled lanes, half-timbered homes, giant stork nests, and impossible-to-resist pastry shops will win your heart. Kehl, directly across the river from Strasbourg, will be your ship’s base while you explore the Alsatian capital. If you’re feeling adventurous, take advantage of Uniworld’s bicycles or Nordic walking sticks and explore the banks of the river. You have the entire afternoon to see more of Strasbourg on your own. Day 7 - Breisach Breisach is your gateway to the Alsatian wine road and your launching point for an excursion along the celebrated Route des Vins, which hugs the foothills of the Vosges mountain range. A special Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening. Day 8 - Basel (Disembark) Disembark the ship. If your cruise package includes a group departure transfer or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg for your flight home (unless, of course, you’ve decided to extend your trip with the post-cruise extension to lovely Lake Lucerne). CLASSIC LA COUNTESSE DECK: • Luxurious riverview stateroom (163 sq ft - 15.1 sq m) • Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite • Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, heated mirror, backlit magnifying mirror, comfortable bathrobes and slippers • Note: windows in these staterooms are situated at the water line CULINARY EXCELLENCE: When dining onboard, you’ll be treated to world-class cuisine made from fresh ingredients, locally sourced from the destinations you visit. WANDERLUST MEETS WELLNESS: All our cruises feature several options to get up, get going and stay fit, both onboard and onshore. Our seasoned wellness experts have an average tenure of ten years with Uniworld and continuously hone their craft with annual Ayurveda yoga and other trainings. They are there to lend their expertise to you. WELLNESS ON THE WATER: Start your day with sunrise yoga on the top deck, a TRX® Suspension Training class, or work out at your own pace in the well-equipped fitness center. Then, relax at the Serenity River Spa™ with a soothing facial or massage treatment, or take a dip in the heated pool. TRAVELLING LITE MENU: For those interested in healthier dining options, our Travelling Lite menu features all the flavor of our traditional menu, but with fewer calories. We also offer a variety of vegetarian and vegan options, prepared just for you. If you have a specific meal preference, just ask. Our chefs will be happy to accommodate. "LETS GO" EXCURSIONS: Our “Let’s Go” onshore program features guided walking, hiking, cycling, kayaking, golfing tours and more. Or, take one of our bicycles or Nordic Walking Sticks and head out on your own adventure. Wherever your journey takes you, there will be many opportunities to get out and go. THE MOST PERSONAL SERVICE: Service is at the heart of everything we do. We treat our guests like family–a philosophy instilled in our company culture as a family-owned business with 100 years in the hospitality industry. It’s the driving force behind our guest-centric atmosphere and the reason you leave your cruise feeling like part of the family. Please note that some of these facilities may incur an extra charge. Although the Foreign Office currently have placed no restrictions on travel to this destination we recommend when travelling abroad anywhere you check the Foreign Office website for up to date information, this website can be reached on the following link. https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/foreign-commonwealth-office We also recommend that you check with you doctor for up to date information regarding any inoculations that might be recommended. We do not issue insurance, but you must have travel insurance. 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