Signature highlights
A small-ship atmosphere, panoramic Blue Danube Lounge, Captain’s Lounge & Library, La Motte Sky Lounge, sun deck, fitness center, Serenity River Spa, elevator, and complimentary bicycles and Wi-Fi.
River Duchess
River Duchess is a 130-guest Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection river cruise ship, in service since 2003. This page lists 4 upcoming departures across 4 itineraries in European River Cruises, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
River Duchess at a glance
Ship size
Bigger than 7%
A small expedition-size ship at 1,616 gross tons — #480 of 520 ships we track. 12 tons of ship per guest.
Live Position ● 36 minutes ago
Heading to: VELIKO GRADISTE
0.0 knots
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About River Duchess
River Duchess is an intimate Uniworld river ship carrying 130 guests on the Danube, Rhine, and Main. Built in 2003 and remodeled in 2012, it combines boutique-hotel styling with a relaxed atmosphere, panoramic lounges, a restaurant, a sun deck, and a compact wellness area. Accommodation ranges from classic riverview rooms to French-balcony staterooms and suites, making the vessel especially suited to travelers who value attentive service and scenic European river cruising over large-ship facilities.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection
- Builder / shipyard
- Jac. den Breejen Shipyard, Hardinxveld-Giessendam, Netherlands
- Registry / flag
- Switzerland (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- HE7168
- MMSI
- 269057168
- Draft
- 1.7 m
Onboard Experience
Dining
The Palace Restaurant provides buffet breakfast and lunch with regional and continental choices, followed by multi-course dinners. Dining is complemented by lounge and bar areas, including the Blue Danube Lounge and Captain’s Lounge.
Entertainment
Public spaces include the Blue Danube Lounge with bar and dance floor, Captain’s Lounge & Library, Patio Lounge, and La Motte Sky Lounge. Programming is centered on scenic viewing, social gatherings, and destination-focused enrichment rather than large-scale production shows.
Staterooms & suites
The ship has 4 suites, 18 French-balcony staterooms, 36 deluxe staterooms, and 7 classic staterooms. Suites include butler service and larger 214-square-foot layouts; other stateroom categories are approximately 151 square feet.
For families
River Duchess is designed primarily for adults and offers a calm boutique-hotel environment, though families may use the standard stateroom and suite categories. No dedicated children’s club or major family attraction is advertised on the official ship page.
Pools, spa & wellness
Onboard wellness facilities include the Serenity River Spa, fitness center, sauna, and sun-deck relaxation areas.
Accessibility
The ship has an elevator and relatively compact public areas, but dedicated accessible-cabin or comprehensive mobility specifications were not confirmed in the reviewed sources. Travelers with accessibility needs should verify current arrangements directly with Uniworld.
Environmental features
No vessel-specific sustainability systems or environmental certifications were confirmed in the reviewed sources.
History & sister ships
Other Rivership ships
S.S. Audrey Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection
S.S. Marlene Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection
S.S. São Gabriel Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection
S.S. São Rafael Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection
Aqua Blu Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection · 1968
S.S. La Venezia Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection · 2003
S.S. Bon Voyage Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection · 2006
River Tosca Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection · 2009
S.S. Beatrice Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection · 2009
Aria Amazon Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection · 2011
S.S Antoinette Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection · 2011
S.S. Catherine Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection · 2014
Where River Duchess sails, month by month
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| European River Cruises | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| From / night | $400 | $571 | $743 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
From $5,599
· $400/night
Ports of Call
Next: Oct 25, 2026
1 upcoming departure
From $6,499
· $464/night
Ports of Call
Next: Oct 11, 2026
1 upcoming departure
From $5,199
· $743/night
Ports of Call
Next: Dec 2, 2026
1 upcoming departure
From $3,999
· $571/night
Ports of Call
Next: Nov 25, 2026
1 upcoming departure
All Upcoming Departures
| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 11, 2026 | Oct 25, 2026 | 14 Nights Europe Cruise | 14 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Oct 25, 2026 | Nov 8, 2026 | 14 Nights Europe Cruise | 14 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Nov 25, 2026 | Dec 2, 2026 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Dec 2, 2026 | Dec 9, 2026 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
River Duchess FAQ
What flag does River Duchess sail under?
River Duchess is registered in Switzerland.
How many passengers does River Duchess hold?
River Duchess carries about 130 guests with roughly 41 crew.
How old is River Duchess?
River Duchess entered service in 2003 and was last refurbished in 2012.
How big is River Duchess?
At 1,616 gross tons and 110 m long, River Duchess is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 7% of the 520 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.