S.S. Emilie
Newest Super Ship — debuts 2026.
- Length
- 7 nights
- Region
- Main
- Countries
- Germany
This cruise on the S.S. Elisabeth or S.S. Emilie runs from Nuremberg to Frankfurt, all within Germany. Christmas market visits are offered in Nuremberg, Bamberg, Rothenburg, Würzburg, Frankfurt and Wiesbaden, along with a village day in Franconia.
Nuremberg · Bamberg · Kitzingen · Würzburg · Wertheim · Frankfurt
Highlights
- Nuremberg Christmas market by day and by night
- Full-day trip to Rothenburg
- Würzburg Residence visit
Day by day
Shown from Nuremberg to Frankfurt. Direction and ports can vary by sailing.
- Day 1
Nuremberg: embark
Nuremberg, Germany
Arrive at Nuremberg airport and board the ship. A transfer is provided if arranged with Uniworld.
- Day 2
Nuremberg: Christmas market
Nuremberg, Germany
City tour through the castle gardens and Old Town to the market on Market Square, or a World War II history tour. An evening market visit is also offered, and a welcome reception and dinner are held.
Tours: Nuremberg City Tour with Christmas Market, Nights Out: Christmas Market Illuminations, Nuremberg WWII Historical Tour
- Day 3
Bamberg: Old Town and Christmas markets
Bamberg, Germany
Walking tour including the Imperial Cathedral, with free time for four Christmas markets and the nativity trail.
Tours: Bamberg Walking Tour with Christmas Market
- Day 4
Rothenburg and Würzburg
Kitzingen and Würzburg, Germany
Full-day trip to Rothenburg with a walking tour and Christmas market. A walk to the Würzburg Christmas market follows just before dinner.
Tours: Full-Day Rothenburg with Walking Tour and Christmas Market, Würzburg Christmas Market Night Stroll
- Day 5
Würzburg: Residence and village day
Würzburg, Germany
Morning visit to the Würzburg Residence. A village day goes to Aschfeld, with a local museum and homemade Christmas food.
Tours: Würzburg Residence Visit, Village Day: Franconian Christmas
- Day 6
Wertheim: walking tour
Wertheim, Germany
Mulled wine and a stollen baking demonstration on board, then a walking tour of the town, past the ruins of Wertheim Castle.
Tours: Wertheim Walking Tour with Mulled Wine and Christmas Stollen Demonstration
- Day 7
Frankfurt or Wiesbaden
Frankfurt, Germany
A food walk in Frankfurt's old town, or a trip to the Wiesbaden Christmas market.
Tours: “Taste of Christmas” Frankfurt Walking Tour, Wiesbaden Twinkling Star Christmas Market
- Day 8
Frankfurt: disembark
Frankfurt, Germany
Leave the ship in Frankfurt. A transfer to Frankfurt International Airport is provided if arranged with Uniworld.
Dates
Availability changes. Ask us to confirm.
2026
- December 2Nuremberg to Frankfurt
- December 8Nuremberg to Frankfurt · S.S. Emilie
- December 15Frankfurt to Nuremberg · S.S. Emilie
- December 16Nuremberg to Frankfurt · S.S. Emilie
2027
- November 25Frankfurt to Nuremberg · S.S. Audrey
- December 2Nuremberg to Frankfurt · S.S. Audrey
- December 9Frankfurt to Nuremberg · S.S. Audrey
- December 16Nuremberg to Frankfurt · S.S. Audrey
2028
- November 25Frankfurt to Nuremberg · S.S. Audrey
- November 25Nuremberg to Frankfurt · S.S. Beatrice
- December 2Frankfurt to Nuremberg · S.S. Beatrice
- December 2Nuremberg to Frankfurt · S.S. Audrey
- December 9Frankfurt to Nuremberg · S.S. Audrey
- December 9Nuremberg to Frankfurt · S.S. Beatrice
- December 16Frankfurt to Nuremberg · S.S. Beatrice
- December 16Nuremberg to Frankfurt · S.S. Audrey
What's included
Stay
- Riverview stateroom
- Savoir beds with cotton sateen sheets and duvets
- Menu of pillow options
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- All meals onboard
- Unlimited onboard drinks, including wine, beer and spirits
- Captain's Welcome and Farewell Receptions
- Welcome and Farewell Gala Dinners
Excursions
- Excursions with English-speaking local experts
- Guided Taste of Christmas program
- Quietvox audio headsets on excursions
- Brompton bicycles and Nordic Walking sticks
Also included
- Uniworld Cruise Manager
- Gratuities for onboard personnel
- Onboard local entertainment
Virtuoso benefits
Dedicated Onboard Host
A personal Virtuoso host sails with your group, present throughout the voyage to answer questions and ensure every detail runs exactly as planned.
Private Welcome Reception
An exclusive cocktail reception at the start of each sailing, arranged solely for Virtuoso Voyages guests with introductions facilitated by your host.
Shipboard Credit
$100 per stateroom on voyages under 14 nights; $200 per stateroom on voyages of 14 nights or more, to spend freely on dining, spa, or excursions.
Exclusive Shore Experience
A private shore excursion, VIP tour, or private car and driver whose itinerary is shaped entirely around your interests and pace — never a group schedule.
Specialty Dining
Complimentary reservations at specialty restaurants on select sailings, including chef's tastings and curated wine pairings on participating vessels.
Spa & Wellness Access
Select spa treatments, wellness credits, and onboard amenities included on participating voyages across our preferred cruise partners.
Ships
S.S. Audrey
S.S. Beatrice
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