River Princess
Intimate ship
Some say river cruises are the new bus tours of Europe -- only better. You get to visit many towns and cities while floating on a five-star hotel vessel. Cruisers unpack only once and get to sail down Europe's famous rivers and dock in the heart of its fabled…
- 132guests
- 4,997gross tons
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At a glance
River Princess is an intimate-size cruise ship operated by Uniworld River Cruises, in service since 2001. It carries 132 guests and 35 crew (3.8 guests per crew member) at 4,997 gross tons. It ties with 2 other ships as the 7th largest of 17 Uniworld River Cruises ships by guest capacity. It is rated 5 out of 5 by Cruiseable, 3.5 out of 5 by Berlitz, 5 out of 5 by Conde Nast and 3.5 out of 5 by Cruise Critic.
Builder's plate
Specs
- Best River Cruise Ship, Conde Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards (2014)
- Guests
- 132
- Crew
- 35
- Gross tons
- 4,997
- Decks
- 4
- Length
- 361 ft
- Beam
- 38 ft
- Maiden voyage
- 2001
- Launched
- 2001
- Refurbished
- 2011
- Space ratio
- 3.8
- Gross tons per guest
- Guests per crew
- 3.8
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Our review
River Princess: Uniworld's European explorer
Some say river cruises are the new bus tours of Europe — only better. You get to visit many towns and cities while floating on a five-star hotel vessel. Cruisers unpack only once and get to sail down Europe's famous rivers and dock in the heart of its fabled cities.
Uniworld's River Princess has bold decor and a color palette that pops. The long, narrow ship often docks in the heart of small towns and historic cities so passengers can simply walk off the ship to explore. Prague, Vienna and perhaps even music by a Von Trapp Family singer will bring much of Germany and Eastern Europe alive. Sail past quaint villages and great cities on the glorious Danube, visiting baroque abbeys and medieval cathedrals, tasting fine wines, and encountering the mosaic of cultures in the region.
Who will enjoy sailing the River Princess
Uniworld customers tend to be older, experienced travelers, although the age demographic may be trending downward as river cruising grows in popularity. The typical passenger is 50 years of age or older. Many have cruised on large ocean-going cruise ships although Uniworld trips are also a great choice for the first-time visit to Europe.
Where River Princess sails
Home port: Nuremberg, Germany
Destination: The Uniworld Princess explores the Danube and Rhine rivers, calling on such captivating destinations as Nuremburg, Passau, Belgrade, Bucharest, Munich, Budapest, Prague, Vienna and Amsterdam.
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Dining
The River Princess has an elegant restaurant with panoramic views, where you can enjoy locally sourced food, high-end service, and fine dining at its best!
Entertainment, bars & lounges
- Main Lounge with full-service bar and dance floor
- Captain's Lounge with library
- Patio lounge
- Sky lounge
- Sun deck with life-size chess and shuffleboard
- Fitness center & sauna
- Serenity River Spa
- Boutique
Other amenities include: 24-hour reception service, complimentary 24-hour specialty coffee and tea bar, use of bicycles and Nordic walking sticks, and free Internet and Wi-Fi access and guest laundry and ironing facilities, and elevator.
Staterooms
Lavishly appointed river view staterooms and suites have handcrafted Savoir of England beds draped in high-thread count 100% Egyptian cotton sheets and European duvets, along with a menu of pillow options. Staterooms and suites on the Rhine Deck have French balconies.
Stateroom and suite amenities include:
- Generous built-in closets
- Hair dryer
- Individual climate-control thermostat
- Direct-dial telephone
- Infotainment center with flat-screen TV
- Complimentary movie and entertainment options
- Bottled water and safe for valuables
Marble bathrooms include: L'Occitane en Provence bath and body products, plush towels, backlit magnifying mirror, and cozy waffle bathrobes.
All suites are uniquely decorated and have additional amenities and services, including: daily fruit and cookie plate, and an evening amuse-bouche; slippers; private DVD; iPod docking station; Nespresso coffee machine; bathroom towel warmers; refrigerator; bottle of wine upon arrival; morning coffee and tea; continental breakfast; shoe shine; and free laundry service.
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Interested in a cruise on this ship?
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On board highlights
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Where to eat on River Princess
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Inside and out
Destinations 3
Spring blossoms bloom along the riverbank during the cruising season in Passau, Germany. 
A classic pipe organ in a church in Passau, Germany, spotted during a Uniworld cruise down the Danube. 
See the classic architecture of Passau, Germany, on a Uniworld river cruise.
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You won't miss a moment of your travels when dining in the River Princess dining room with its expansive views. 
Enjoy the cuisine served on River Princess while taking in the scenery of your European cruise.
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The Captains Lounge aboard Uniworld's River Princess. 
Keep in shape during your European cruise by hitting River Princess's fitness center.
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Discover the unforgettable medieval town of Regensburg in Germany on a European Cruise aboard River Princess. The Bavarian city sits at the confluence of the Danube and Regen rivers. Indulge in the sophistication and elegance of the River Princess as you explore Europe by water. 
The reception area of River Princess. Explore Europe’s riverways in style on a Uniworld river cruise. 
Watch the passing landscapes of Europe while dining on Uniworld's River Princess cruise ship. 
Guests will appreciate the attention to detail in the luxury River Princess staterooms. An impeccably presented River Princess stateroom will serve as your private sanctuary throughout your romantic cruise of Europe's rivers. 
River Princess docks for a shore excursion in the picturesque town of Passau, Germany.
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Overheard
“This modern river ship might be a good choice for a well-rounded cruise, offering a fitness area and open-seating in a comfortable restaurant. The cabins are small with limited storage but the ‘Rhine Deck’ suites and cabins have French balconies.”
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