Indulge in the very finest accommodations aboard the S.S. Antoinette. From lavish amenities to specially designed beds, these indulgent rooms have more than your average cruise.

• Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England
• 100% Egyptian cotton sheets
• European duvets
• Pillow menu
• Built-in closet
• Hair dryer
• Safe
• Flat screen TV
• Bottled water
• Asprey bath & body products
• Plush towels
• Backlit magnifying mirror
• Cosy bathrobes & slippers

Classic

Indulge in this charmingly appointed river view room. Those chic Brazilian marble features continue to develop and pull focus, while your stunning bed, waffle bathrobes, and high-end amentities more than deliver on comfort.

French Balcony

Allow stunning light from your elegant French balcony to pour in and fill up the spaces on your decadent stateroom. Comfortable spaces with opulent tables and chairs deliver chic relaxing spaces.

Deluxe Balcony

Add even more space to your outside area. A furnished balcony means you can end every day of sight-seeing and wonderful experiences by taking your coffee to go (on the balcony) and chatting the night away as the moonlight glistens off the Rhine.

Suite

Treat yourself with in-suite butler service delivering everything from an in-room breakfast through to packing and unpacking services. But the list of Suite benefits don't end their. Your room will also come loaded with a Nespresso coffee machine, iPod dock, wine on arrival, free laundry service and a special dinner at L'Orangerie Sky Lounge.

Grand Suite

You might be wondering how the suite life aboard S.S. Antoinette could get any more luxurious. But with a Grand Suite you get to enjoy even more space to move around in, as well as built in wardrobes, a separate living area, and separate rain shower and bathtub in the bathroom. All these additions come together to deliver a real home on the water vibe.

Restaurant de Versailles

Fetauring a wonderful ambience as well as a menu which has been completed curated around S.S. Antoinette's farm-to-ship ethos. Restaurant de Versailles boasts mouth-watering cuisine every day which celebrates only the finest seasonal ingredients from the desintations you'll visit on your journey. This commitment to superb local produce only helps to develop your sense of complete European immersion.

L'Orangerie Sky Lounge

Enjoy a light meal in L'Orangerie, here the retractable roof and plehtora of windows ensure the food, drinks, and ambience share centre stage with the incredible river views.

Bars

Bar du Leopard

A sophisticated, yet relaxing bar area which delights in serving fresh coktails and other thirst quenching beverages to help your evening sail along.

Salon du Grand Trianon

With panoramic views of whichever dazzling destination you're calling home for the evening, as well as a dancefloor and full service bar, Salon du Grand Trianon has your evenings sewn up.

From atmospheric vineyards to ancient castles, the Castles Along the Rhine itinerary of SS River Empress ticks endless incredible sights off your list.

Day 1 - Basel (Embark)

Arrive in this incredible border of three nations ready to start your European journey of luxurious discovery.

Day 2 - Breisach (Freiburg)

Alsatian Villages

Wine-lovers will delight in this village nestled among vineyards. Here a local guide will walk you through the perfectly picturesque village which seems to border on the make-believe. With timber-framed houses giving way to a 12th century Gothic cathedral which a Holy Roman Emporer started to build.

From here you'll venture into Riquewihr. Another example of an idyllic town suspended beautifully in time. Colourful shuttered houses with jovial window boxes line the streets, while most of the population gather in the market square to try the artesanal breads, cheeses, and other delights being concocted in the local cafes and bakeries. Settle down for a bite to eat yourseld and sample a sliver of village life.

After your enchanting day out in the Alsatian villages, it's back to S.S. Antoinette for a continuation on that theme with a special Captain's Welcome Reception and Dinner.

Day 3 - Kehl (Strasbourg)

Strasbourg Panoramic Tour with Cathedraland Old Town Walk

An expert in the art of juxtaposition. Strasbourg, in its past, has been under the control of both German and French rulers. But the beauty doesn't end with merging of cultures in this city of opposites. The way modern structures play off the antiquated beauty of famous old buildings like the catherdral is something to behold. The cathedral itself was built by the same master craftsmen who worked on Chartres, hence the stunning rose window.

Day 4 - Mannheim (Speyer)

Mannheim Vineyard Tour and Tasting

Another awesome experience for the wine lovers out there. On this tour you'll be taken into the stunning vineyards of Mannheim where expert wine makers will take you through their process and you'll get to sample some fruits of their labour.

Private Doktorenhof Vinegar Estate Vists and Tasting

Vinegar never tasted so good. This visit to the Weinessiggut Doktorenhof estate will open your eyes to a new way of seeing and tasting vinegar. Over 30 years Georg Weidermann has been perfecting his vinegars which he chooses to create out of premium wines, as opposed to cheap products. This investment in ingredients as well as a sustainable and all natural approach to tending to his vineyards ensures Georg's products are some of the best on the market.

Developed as part of Uniworld's MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® campaign, this tour also offers the chance to sample the sustainable vinegar in the atmospheric tasting room. We promis you've never seen anything quite like it.

Day 5 - Rüdesheim, Boppard

Castle Vollrads Wine Tasting

A wine tasting set out in the walls of a 14th century castle, surrounded by a moat, and rolling vineyard hills. Can you think of a more picturesque loaction to sip delicious wine?

While the castle interior rarely opens to the public, you'll have exclusive access. Which means you can explore the superbly appointed rooms and gaze, in awe, at the magnificent gilded Flemish leather wall covering which adorns the 17th century dining room.

Accompanied by an expert you'll try three wines at this stunning location, who's wines bear the moniker Schloss Vollrads - a vineyard so famous it's the only German vineyard whose name stands alone on its wine label, there is no village name required.

Rüdesheim Wine Village and Panoramas of Niederwald Monument

This tour takes you up above the Rhine Valley to the grand statue of Wilhelm I. Hopping into a cable car and starting your ascent up to the Rheingau wine-growing region you'll be able to see for miles across the valley before trying some of the stunning grapes you just sailed over.

Boppard Village Stroll

Join the Cruise Manager on a journey of discovery in gorgeous Boppard. This stunning space is full of incredible things to do. From something as simple as enjoying a drink in one of the waterfront taverns through to exploring a Saint Serverus Church or the works of, famous Boppard artist Michael Thonet in the Musem Boppard. History buffs might also like to check out the ruins of a fourth-century Roman fort.

'Let's Go' Rhine Hiking

Bring your sturdy shoes and strike out on a journey up to the Gedeonseck. Your reward at the top is unrivalled views of the river bend, as well as a resturant to take a break and enjoy a bite to eat or a drink.

Conversely, if you've still got life in your legs, you can join your guide on a walk over to Vierseenblick, a spot where you can spy four lake-like stretches of the Rhine. Head back down via cable car to make the most of those wonderful vistas.

Day 6 - Boppard, Koblenz

'Let's Go' Bike the Castles

This 25km ride takes in the beauty of the areas surrounding the Middel Rhine region. Along your journey you'll pedal passed the romantic timber-framed houses of Spay, more vineyards of Bopparder Hamm, the 'German Corner' where the Rhine and Moselle meet, as well as a plethora of stunning castles.

Koblenz Walking Tour

Get more of an introduction to the 'German Corner'. Along the this walking tour you can also hear stories about the local area and how it's been molded by history. See pieces of the Berlin wall near a statue of Kaiser Wilhelm I, as well as elements of baroque architecture which came as a result of the reconstructions needed following the influence of Louis XIV's forces.

Marksburg Castle Visit

Remarkably, the UNESCO-designated Marksburg Castle is the only hilltop fortification along the Rhine which has never been destroyed. In fact, it's 13th - 15th century strcutures have remained largely untouched. Head inside the unpenetrable fortress through the drawbridge and vaulted tunnel before going on to explore the cannons of the Great Battery, the castle kitchen, bedchambers, and then head down into the dungeons and torture chambers to hear grizzly tales of past interrogations or punishments.

Day 7 - Cologne

Cologne Walking Tour

Enjoy a guided jaunt around the largest city on the Rhine during your penultimate day aboard S.S. Antoinette. Head over to Old Town and wander the old narrow streets, kick back with a drink or a bite to eat in one of the many bars and restaurants. Or if you're in search of one last blast of culture, check out the Cologne Cathedral.

This old Gothic building houses the Shrine of the Magi as well as some simply stunning stained-glass windows. Alternatively, Cologne is a big place so why not ask your guide for some local point of interest which are more suited your tastes. There's something for everyone if you know where to look.

To conclude your day of exploration around Cologne the Captain's Farewell Dinner and Reception awaits when you return to the ship.

Day 8 - Amsterdam (Embark)

Finally you'll pull into the stunning scenes of Amsterdam. From here you can either catch your flight home at the Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Or find a nice hotel and spend a couple of days getting to know this incredible city. Our Tulips & Windmills Cruise itinerary should tell you everything you need to know about what to see and do in the Dutch capital

Itinerary is subject to change

Placing an emphasis on luxury and pampering amenities, the S.S. Antoinette has endless ways to make your stay complete with the following facilities available on your Castles Along the Rhine cruise:

• Swimming pool
• Captain's Welcome & Farewell Dinner and Receptions
• Gym
• Fantastic restaurant
• Stylish bar area
• Coffee area on the lower deck
• Lounge area
• Laundry room
• Onboard shop
• Wi-Fi