Splendors of Italy - Classic Travel Deals -

Day	Destination
1	Venice (embark)
2	Venice
3	Venice (Padova)
4	Serravalle (Ravenna)
5	Polesella (Bologna)
6	Polesella (Verona), Chioggia
7	Venice
8	Venice (disembark), transfer to Florence
9	Florence
10	Florence, transfer to Rome
11	Rome
12	Rome
13	Rome, transfer to the airport
Number of Nights: 12

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Splendors of Italy

See one of the world's most entrancing cities, Venice, the "Queen of the Adriatic," in all its water-bound splendor. Cruise the storied Grand Canal, pause at the Bridge of Sighs, and follow the footsteps of the doges through their historic palace. Discover the glorious, surprisingly modern, frescoes of Giotto in 13th-century Padua. Uncover ancient mosaics in Ravenna, the last capital of Byzantine Empire in Italy. Savor Bologna, home of the first university in Europe and the culinary capital of northern Italy. Find romance in Verona, the city of Romeo and Juliet, and be introduced to Italy's distinctive culinary delights by learning some of the tricks of the trade during a pasta-making workshop in Bologna.

After you disembark from the luxurious River Countess, your journey will take you to another of Italy's Italian jewels, Florence, the birthplace of Italy's national poet, Dante Alighieri and of the Renaissance, and home to Michelangelo's David. You'll spend two glorious nights here before journeying to the Eternal City, Rome. For three nights, you'll take in all the glories of this mesmerizing city, including the grand Coliseum, the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica, and so much more.

Come discover the many splendors of Italy and the La Dolce Vita with Uniworld on their inaugural season in Italy.

Who will enjoy this cruise and tour: Those longing to discover the greatest treasures of Venice, Florence, and Rome. Architecture fans and art lovers will be mesmerized by some of the most exquisite works by the great Italian masters. History buffs and cultural enthusiasts will love learning about the birthplace of Western civilization. Connoisseurs' of food and wine can indulge their passion for world-class cuisine and tantalizing wines. And lovers of amore can discover the very meaning of the word as they venture to city made famous by Shakespeare, Verona, home to Romeo and Juliette-the two star-crossed lovers.
Splendors of Italy Boutique River Cruise & Tour Package Includes:

• 7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the newly remodeled, striking River Countess
• 2 nights in Florence at a deluxe hotel with breakfast
• 3 nights in Rome at a deluxe hotel with breakfast
• All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
• Captain's Welcome Gala and Farewell Dinners
• Complimentary fine wines, choice of beer and soft drinks during lunch and dinner onboard; replenished bottled water in your stateroom; and 24-hour specialty coffee and tea bar
• An experienced Cruise Manager and attentive, all English-speaking staff
• State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio headset system on all shore excursions during your cruise
• Use of bicycles and Nordic walking sticks throughout your cruise • Captivating onboard local entertainment
• Signature Lecture
• All transfers on arrival and departure days

River Countess

On each Grand River Cruise ship, you'll find beauty and comfort at every turn. Upon arrival, you'll enter an impressive two-story lobby, just steps from the charming and spacious Europa Lounge. Travel from one exciting destination to the next in the comfort of exquisitely upholstered chairs and sofas, while you enjoy expansive views of the ever-changing scenery. Join friends in the Lounge for a cocktail from our full-service bar, dance the night away or enjoy our nightly entertainment.

The breathtaking Panorama Restaurant, lined with floor-to-ceiling windows on three sides, offers elegant dining during a single luxurious seating. For a more intimate setting, the cozy Club Lounge provides soft chairs, sofas and game tables.

The Patio Lounge offers a more casual area with rattan chairs and tables. Early morning coffee is served here. The Sky Lounge, on the top deck, offers a pleasant glass-sheltered area with tables and comfortable chairs.

On the Sun Deck, you can view the passing scenery regardless of the weather. With plenty of deck chairs and umbrellas, it's a great place to relax and unwind after a day of sightseeing.

Facilities onboard River Countess:

All river view staterooms are lavishly appointed with a vanity and make-up mirror, generous built-in closets, a hair dryer, safe, individual air conditioning, direct-dial telephone, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with thick cotton towels, aromatherapy bath amenities and plush terry cloth robe
Beautiful lounge with a full-service bar
Library/game room
Panoramic restaurants with open seating
Boutique with sundries and gifts
24-hour coffee bar and front desk service
Sun deck, sky lounge, fitness center, sauna and beauty salon
Elevator
Laundry facilities

Ship Facts

Inaugurated: 2003
Refurbished: 2007
Length: 110 m (360 ft)
Width: 11.40 m (37.5 ft)
Draft: 1.20 m (4 ft)
Number of Decks: 3 plus sundeck
Number of Cabins: 63 double cabinsfor sale; 4 suites; no single, no triple
Number of Categories: 6
Maximum Passengers: 134
Staterooms: 64
Cabin Size: Approx. 151 sq. ft.
Suites: 4
Suite Size: Approx. 214 sq. ft., except for 2 cabins
Window Size: 1.86m/6ft x 0.43m/1.4ft (Moselle Deck)
1.86m/6ftx0.78m/2.6ft (Main Deck)
1.94m/6.4ftx0.93m/3ft (Danube Deck)
Twice 0.90m/3ftx1.78m /5.8ft (Rhine Deck)
Voltage: 220 volts
Elevator: Yes
Restaurant: Open seating
Library: Yes
Laundry Service: Yes
Launderette: Yes
Ironing Facilities: Yes
Gymnasium: Yes
Sauna: Dry Sauna & Steam bath
Currency onboard: Euro

Deck Plans

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Uniworld

Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection^®, the world's ONLY authentic boutique cruise line^TM, offers the best in luxury river cruising.

A unique partnership between luxury cruise ships and five-star boutique hotels

Over the years, Uniworld has worked tirelessly together with our sister company, Red Carnation Hotels—an award-winning collection of five-star luxury boutique hotels—to elevate the standard in river cruising with unparalleled quality and service.

Mrs. Beatrice Tollman, President and Founder of Red Carnation Hotels and her passionate team, have worked side-by-side with Uniworld, personally overseeing all the details, which means there is no third-party involvement, so nothing is ever left to chance. This close partnership between these two luxury tastemakers results in an uncompromising guest experience. Therefore, whether you step onto a Uniworld ship or into a Red Carnation boutique hotel, you will always enjoy the same hallmarks of distinction, thoughtful signature touches, and superb, memorable service.

Sail with the world's ONLY authentic boutique cruise line and always be treated to:

The most luxurious fleet of ships, all of which are uniquely designed and elegantly decorated and appointed with the finest furnishings, inspiring original art, and modern luxuries
Award-winning, anticipatory, and distinguished hospitality built on the premise of “no request is too large, no detail too small"
World-class cuisine prepared with the freshest ingredients and an outstanding selection of wine

Be assured that when you sail with Uniworld, you will have an unrivaled experience, because no other cruise line in the world has a sister company with 50 years of expertise in running five-star hotels.

Uniworld stands above the competition with its ALL-INCLUSIVE VALUE-PACKED cruise programs.

YOUR LUXURY VALUE-PACKED UNIWORLD CRUISE INCLUDES:

The finest riverview staterooms afloat—many with French balconies—offering deluxe signature touches including handcrafted beds from Savoir® of England and a wide variety of pillow options for the most soothing night's sleep
Luxurious marble-clad bathrooms stocked with L'Occitane products, plush towels, and soft robes
All onboard meals flawlessly prepared using only the freshest ingredients, often brought onboard from local farmers' markets
Award-winning service from a professionally trained, English-speaking staff on ships with an average capacity of 130 guests
Complimentary fine wines, choice of beer, and soft drinks during lunch and dinner onboard Europe company-owned ships*; bottled water in your stateroom; and a 24-hour specialty coffee and tea bar
A variety of dining experiences, from al fresco dining to Captain's Welcome Gala and Farewell Dinners, and more
Captivating shore excursions fully hosted by English-speaking local experts using state-ofthe-art Quietvox audio systems “Choice Is Yours" shore excursions
Signature Lectures and intriguing local entertainment
Exclusive Epicurean Adventurer Program™ on select itineraries
Multigenerational Family-Friendly Program on select itineraries
Complimentary airport transfers on arrival and departure days
Free onboard Internet and Wi-Fi access

* Wine, beer, and soft drinks are served during dinner in Portugal, Russia, Vietnam, and Cambodia. Other amenities and inclusions may vary in these destinations

Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection, the world's only authentic boutique cruise line^TM, is recognized among the “World's Best River Cruises" by Travel + Leisure. Uniworld was voted the“#1 River Cruise Line in the World" in Condé Nast Traveler's Readers' Choice Awards, was named to Condé Nast Traveler's prestigious Gold List and their Platinum Circle for having made the list consistently for the past five years, and won “Best River Ships" in their Readers' Poll, which ranked River Queen and River Beatrice #1 and #2 respectively, along with eight other highly ranked ships in the top 40. Uniworld's cabins and dining are also ranked among the top three in the world by Zagat Survey^®, with Uniworld being the only river cruise line named in the Zagat Survey^® amongst the best of the best in the cruise industry. Uniworld features luxurious boutique ships with an average capacity of 130 guests, included shore excursions fully hosted by local experts, world-class gourmet cuisine, and award-winning, personalized hospitality. Uniworld offers over 500 departures sailing on over 13 rivers in more than 20 countries throughout Europe, Russia, Egypt, China, Vietnam, and Cambodia.