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S.S. Maria Theresa

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Launched in spring 2015, Uniworld's Super Ship, S.S. Maria Theresa, sails along the historic Rhine, Main, and Danube rivers.

  • 155guests
  • 5,000gross tons
  • 6cruises now
  • $2,849fares from

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A traditionally furnished stateroom on S.S. Maria Theresa, the luxury Super Ship from Uniworld.

At a glance

S.S. Maria Theresa is an intimate-size cruise ship operated by Uniworld River Cruises, in service since 2014. It carries 155 guests and 57 crew (2.7 guests per crew member) at 5,000 gross tons. It is the 2nd largest of 17 Uniworld River Cruises ships by guest capacity. On Cruiseable's Bliss scale it scores highest for cultural and staterooms (8/10) and lowest for entertainment (4/10). It is rated 4.5 out of 5 by Cruiseable and 4.5 out of 5 by Cruise Critic. It has 6 cruises on sale, with lead fares from $2,849 to $6,349.

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Specs

Cruiseable
4.5 / 5
Cruise Critic
4.5 / 5
Guests
155
Crew
57
Gross tons
5,000
Decks
3
Length
443 ft
Beam
38 ft
Maiden voyage
2014
Launched
2014
Space ratio
2.7
Gross tons per guest
Guests per crew
2.7
Speed (mph)
8

Bliss scores

What S.S. Maria Theresa is best at

Ten dimensions scored by our editors on a 10-point scale. The Cruiseable app ranks every cruise against the mix you care about.

  1. Active 7.0
  2. Adventure and nature 5.0
  3. Cultural 8.0
  4. Dining 7.0
  5. Entertainment 4.0
  6. Family friendly 5.0
  7. Party 5.0
  8. Romantic 6.0
  9. Spa and fitness 5.0
  10. Staterooms 8.0

Our review

Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa: Sailing to the jewels of Europe

Uniworld's Super Ship S.S. Maria Theresa sails the historic Blue Danube. A sister ship to the beautiful S.S. Antoinette and S.S. Catherine — two of the most luxurious vessels on the waterways of Europe — S.S. Maria Theresa takes guests to some of Europe's most remarkable destinations in impeccable style.

Fittingly, Uniworld’s S.S. Maria Theresa is named after the Archduchess of Austria and Queen of Hungary and Bohemia, the great Maria Theresa, who reigned from 1740 to 1780. River cruisers unpack only once and get to sail down Europe's famous rivers and dock in the heart of its fabled cities.

Who will enjoy sailing on S.S. Maria Theresa

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 a first-time visit to Europe. 

Where S.S. Maria Theresa sails

Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa sails 7-night voyages on the Danube River. Passengers will visit some of the loveliest cities in Europe including including Vienna, Budapest and smaller villages such as Melk, Linz and Passau. 

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Dining

Dine on classic cuisine with a touch of contemporary elegance in this intimate dining room. Breakfast and lunch are served buffet-style and dinner is luxurious open seating.

Food included in the cost of your cruise; complimentary unlimited beverages onboard, including an extensive selection of distinctive wines, craft and regional beers, spirits, cocktails, soft drinks, juices, cappuccinos, lattes, espresso, French press coffee, fine teas, and mineral water. Premium wines, beer and spirits are an additional charge at current menu pricing.

Karlskirche at night Vienna. It's generally considered the most outstanding baroque church in Austria.
Karlskirche at night Vienna. It's generally considered the most outstanding baroque church in Austria. Kalmar / Courtesy of Austrian National Tourist Office

Entertainment, bars & lounges 

  • Habsburg Salon with full-service bar
  • Bar du Leopard with full-service bar
  • Baroque Restaurant
  • Bohemian Terrace
  • Lipizzan Cinema
  • Dürer Sun Deck with life-size chessboard 
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Fitness center
  • Serenity River Spa
  • Viennese Café 
  • Guest laundry
  • Elevator
  • 24-hour specialty coffee and tea bar
  • Free Internet and Wi-Fi access

Staterooms & suites

Lavishly appointed riverview staterooms and suites feature open-air and French balconies on the Main and Upper Decks.

All staterooms and suites will have handcrafted Savoir of England beds, 100% Egyptian cotton linens, built-in closets, a hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flatscreen TV with infotainment center, bottled mineral water, and a safe. Marble bathrooms feature L’Occitane en Provence products, plush towels, towel warmer, and bathrobes and slippers.

All suites are uniquely decorated and have additional amenities and services, including in-suite special butler service, packing and unpacking assistance, full breakfast menu, daily fruit and cookie plate, elegant evening snack, robes and slippers, iPod docking station, Nespresso coffee machine and fine teas, fully stocked mini-bar, free laundry and shoe shine service, bottle of wine upon arrival, Hermés bath products, one-per-person in-suite well-being treatment, and a special dinner in Bar du Leopard.

The Royal Suite offers additional benefits, including a separate and spacious living room, and a bathroom with a separate rain shower and tub, as well as a secluded toilet and bidet area.

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On board highlights

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Inside and out

Destinations 7

  • Bridges in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
    Bridges in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
  • Fulda, near Cologne, Germany on the river Fulda.
    Fulda, near Cologne, Germany on the river Fulda.
  • A festive storefront in Nuremberg, Germany, spotted during a holiday markets cruise on Uniworld.
    A festive storefront in Nuremberg, Germany, spotted during a holiday markets cruise on Uniworld.
  • The window of a shop along the Danube is filled with Christmas ornaments during a holiday markets cruise.
    The window of a shop along the Danube is filled with Christmas ornaments during a holiday markets cruise.
  • Spring blossoms bloom along the riverbank during the cruising season in Passau, Germany.
    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.
    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.
    See the classic architecture of Passau, Germany, on a Uniworld river cruise.

Dining 5

  • The Baroque Restaurant, the main dining venue aboard S.S. Maria Theresa, serves regional cuisine in a classy setting.
    The Baroque Restaurant, the main dining venue aboard S.S. Maria Theresa, serves regional cuisine in a classy setting.
  • You'll find elegant flourishes in the formal dining room Baroque Restaurant on S.S. Maria Theresa.
    You'll find elegant flourishes in the formal dining room Baroque Restaurant on S.S. Maria Theresa.
  • The main dining venue on S.S. Maria Theresa, the Baroque Restaurant, serves regional cuisine in an elegant setting.
    The main dining venue on S.S. Maria Theresa, the Baroque Restaurant, serves regional cuisine in an elegant setting.
  • Enjoy complimentary coffee drinks in the Viennese Café on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
    Enjoy complimentary coffee drinks in the Viennese Café on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
  • Enjoy a cappuccino by yourself, or meet new friends, at the Viennese Café on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
    Enjoy a cappuccino by yourself, or meet new friends, at the Viennese Café on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.

On board 11

  • The Concierge Desk aboard the Uniworld river ship S.S. Maria Theresa.
    The Concierge Desk aboard the Uniworld river ship S.S. Maria Theresa.
  • The Habsburg Salon on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa features hand-picked antiques and period paintings.
    The Habsburg Salon on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa features hand-picked antiques and period paintings.
  • In the Habsburg Salon on S.S. Maria Theresa, five hand-painted murals depict the 1700s Austrian countryside.
    In the Habsburg Salon on S.S. Maria Theresa, five hand-painted murals depict the 1700s Austrian countryside.
  • The ornate Habsburg Salon aboard Uniworld's luxury river ship S.S. Maria Theresa.
    The ornate Habsburg Salon aboard Uniworld's luxury river ship S.S. Maria Theresa.
  • The fanciful wildlife motif of the Leopard Lounge on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
    The fanciful wildlife motif of the Leopard Lounge on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
  • The indoor pool, part of the Leopard Lounge on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
    The indoor pool, part of the Leopard Lounge on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
  • The Leopard Lounge located aft on S.S. Maria Theresa, is a bright spot to read during the day and enjoy a cocktail in the evening.
    The Leopard Lounge located aft on S.S. Maria Theresa, is a bright spot to read during the day and enjoy a cocktail in the evening.
  • Settle in for a movie — complete with popcorn — in the cozy 10-seat Lipizzan Cinema on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
    Settle in for a movie — complete with popcorn — in the cozy 10-seat Lipizzan Cinema on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
  • The striking, sumptuous lobby of Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
    The striking, sumptuous lobby of Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
  • The Reception Desk on S.S. Maria Theresa.
    The Reception Desk on S.S. Maria Theresa.
  • Head to the Reception Desk on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa for around-the-clock assistance.
    Head to the Reception Desk on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa for around-the-clock assistance.

Staterooms 12

  • Guests on Uniworld's SS Maria Theresa are treated to marble bathrooms and special butler service.
    Guests on Uniworld's SS Maria Theresa are treated to marble bathrooms and special butler service.
  • The elegantly appointed bathroom of the Royal Suite aboard Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
    The elegantly appointed bathroom of the Royal Suite aboard Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
  • A guide in Salzburg, Austria, talks with her tour participants.
    A guide in Salzburg, Austria, talks with her tour participants.
  • A look at the marble detailing in a stateroom bathroom on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
    A look at the marble detailing in a stateroom bathroom on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
  • A Category 3 stateroom aboard Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
    A Category 3 stateroom aboard Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
  • Take in striking landscapes from your Royal Suite on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
    Take in striking landscapes from your Royal Suite on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
  • The ornate Royal Suite on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
    The ornate Royal Suite on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
  • A typical stateroom with upscale touches on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
    A typical stateroom with upscale touches on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
  • Relax in your stateroom on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa during your adventure along the Danube River.
    Relax in your stateroom on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa during your adventure along the Danube River.
  • An elegantly appointed suite on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
    An elegantly appointed suite on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
  • Another view of the suites available on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
    Another view of the suites available on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
  • You'll find peace and solitude and wake up to glorious views in a suite on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.
    You'll find peace and solitude and wake up to glorious views in a suite on Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa.

More photos 5

  • A traditionally furnished stateroom on S.S. Maria Theresa, the luxury Super Ship from Uniworld.
    A traditionally furnished stateroom on S.S. Maria Theresa, the luxury Super Ship from Uniworld.
  • Inside the Opera House Loggia in the Inner City of Vienna, Austria.
    Inside the Opera House Loggia in the Inner City of Vienna, Austria.
  • The golden dome inside the Parliament Building, Budapest, Hungary.
    The golden dome inside the Parliament Building, Budapest, Hungary.
  • Staterooms on the SS Maria Theresa feature handcrafted beds from Savoir of England, luxurious pillows and high-end toiletries.
    Staterooms on the SS Maria Theresa feature handcrafted beds from Savoir of England, luxurious pillows and high-end toiletries.
  • Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa sails the Danube River with stops in Budapest, Vienna and Amsterdam.
    Uniworld's S.S. Maria Theresa sails the Danube River with stops in Budapest, Vienna and Amsterdam.

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Cruises on S.S. Maria Theresa

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  1. 7 Night Enchanting Danube 7 nights · from Passau Next Sep 20, 2026 37 dates from $2,849
  2. 7 Night Enchanting Danube 7 nights · from Budapest Next Sep 27, 2026 39 dates from $2,999
  3. 7 Night Danube Holiday Markets 7 nights · from Passau Next Nov 25, 2026 6 dates from $4,699
  4. 7 Night Danube Holiday Markets 7 nights · from Budapest Next Dec 2, 2026 6 dates from $4,349
  5. 10 Night Enchanting Christmas and New Years 10 nights · from Passau Next Dec 23, 2026 from $6,349
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