S.S. Catherine

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S.S. Catherine

SHIP OVERVIEW

Uniworld is committed to building a fleet of ships that represents the absolute best in luxury river cruising, combining quality craftsmanship with high-tech innovations and custom-designed interiors. The second Super Ship, S.S. Catherine, continues this proud tradition of excellence with sumptuous materials and meticulous attention to detail. The vessel's opulent interiors include a two-story lobby with a specially commissioned Murano glass chandelier and whimsical life-size glass horse.

  • CRUISES
  • STATISTICS

STATISTICS

  • Year Built

    2014
  • Year Refurbished

  • Year Entered Present Fleet

    2014
  • Country of Registry

  • Tonnage (GRT)

  • PAX (basis 2)

  • Max Pax (inc. Uppers)

    159
  • Passenger Decks

    3
  • Number of Crew

  • Officers' Nationality

  • Cruise/Hotel Staff Nationality

STATEROOMS

  • Suites

    6
  • Balcony

    0
  • Oceanview

    74
  • Oceanview No Balcony

    0
  • Oceanview With Balcony

    0
  • Balconies

    0
  • Interior

    0
  • Accessible

    20
  • Total Number of Accommodations

    1000
  • SUITE
  • BALCONY
  • OCEANVIEW
  • INSIDE

Deck Plans

SHIP REVIEWS

OVERALL RATING

4.9

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Based on 16 reviews

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Cruise reviews reflect the opinions of travel editors and cruisers/ readers and may not represent those of our company.

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Cruising the Rhine

OCTOBER

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PROS

This is a trip which has very little “cruising” so the culinary and excursion experiences are critical. We had not been with Uniworld previously (we have been very pleased with AMA). We must say that Uniworld on the Catherine exceeded expectations. The culinary offerings were excellent. And the standard wine was outstanding - all from the vineyards of Southern France. The “included” tours were quite good with very good to outstanding tour guides. The only “extra” tour we took was to a truffle farm with a demonstration by a truffle dog and wine tasting in Chatenuef du Pape - worth the extra charge. NO trips were cancelled as we recently encountered with Regent and they even added a bus when there was extra interest.

CONS

Somewhat limited free excursions. Only one lecture about female impressionists - very interesting, but having the opportunity to learn more of area would have been nice.

RECOMMENDED

Yes

We would definitely consider Uniworld for another cruise.

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Our First River Cruise

JUNE

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PROS

Outstanding staff, delicious food with several options, informative tours and fabulous tour guides, beautiful boat

CONS

average age of travelers were in 70's

RECOMMENDED

Yes

Uniworld thought of everything from offering a variety of tours to acknowledging our anniversary by leaving champaign and decorations in our room to added touches such as chocolate covered strawberries.

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Uniworld Burgundy and Provence 2021

NOVEMBER

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PROS

Service, professionalism, staff and tours. Great itinerary.

CONS

RECOMMENDED

Yes

We thoroughly enjoyed our recent Uniworld Burgundy & Provence cruise. The south of France is absolutely beautiful. There were only 74 passengers onboard which made the experience even more intimate. The entire Uniworld staff was amazing. No request was too big. Service was first class and the tours were all fantastic. A particular shout out to Ivana (Hotel Manager) and Pierre (Tour Manager) who went above and beyond to make this a special holiday for us.

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Beyond Expectations

OCTOBER

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PROS

The crew and the service. Although the ship is beautiful, without a superlative crew it would have only been a ship. The crew was wonderful, dedicated to service and very well trained.

CONS

None (the weather failed to cooperate; however, not undere the Captains control)

RECOMMENDED

Yes

We will do this again. We relaxed, were pampered, and enjoyed the entire cruise.

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Burgundy & Provence

JULY

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RECOMMENDED

Yes

Cruise Manager, AJ was outstanding! Masterpiece Collection offerings extraordinary.

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First River Cruise- Outstanding!

JUNE

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PROS

Everything felt like first class

CONS

Some of the excursions don’t allow you free time

RECOMMENDED

Yes

This was our first river cruise & scheduled tour. I’m afraid the bar has been set very high for all subsequent trips like this we hope to take! Everything about the ship, staff, on board dining and the excursions were excellent. Going on a planned tour doesn’t allow for a lot of free time or individual exploration, however that is the trade off for well thought out tours & great guides. We cannot recommend Uniworld enough to enjoy a river cruise vacation.

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Wonderful All Around

JUNE

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RECOMMENDED

Yes

Most excellent.

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Wonderful trip

JUNE

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PROS

The Catherine is a beautifully appointed ship with all the amenites necessary to have a wonderful experience.

CONS

None to speak of.

RECOMMENDED

Yes

We truly enjoyed out time on the ship. The close proximity to the shoreline made for a remarkable experience. Food on the ship was outstanding as was the access to fine wine and sprits all inclusive.

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Amazing trip Down the Rhône

JUNE

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PROS

Staff.

CONS

Entertainment

RECOMMENDED

Yes

We have done other cruises on the rivers in Europe. We were disappointed that their was t live entertainment on board nightly. Also would have loved a small cafe for simple food if you missed lunch or dinner.

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Adventure on the Rhone

NOVEMBER

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PROS

Excellent service on board ship; variety and quality of excursions; wonderful food and wines; nicely appointed cabins

CONS

Stateroom on the

RECOMMENDED

Yes

Despite the raw, rainy weather my husband and I thoroughly enjoyed the river cruise down the Rhone into Southern France. It was exciting to wake up each morning and look forward to discovering a new town. The excursion guides were excellent! Very knowledgeable and accommodating. They have their own, unique personalities and all had a wonderful sense of humor. Turned the rainy days into a fun adventure. Loved them all! They contributed greatly to our overall enjoyment of this cruise. PS: We are early-to-bed people and did not stay up past dinner for the "entertainment". The one "activity" we had time to enjoy was a lecture on VanGogh and it was excellent. So, don't pay attention to the "one star" ratings in those categories.

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A true floating boutique hotel

OCTOBER

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PROS

amazing staff! great food. Lots of variety on excursions.

CONS

more local entertainment on board

RECOMMENDED

Yes

The staff really makes this an over the top experience. The ships are beautiful and well appointed. Cabins are a good size and the bathrooms are rather large for a river cruise ship. There is free self-laundry on board and the public areas are comfortable and welcoming. We loved the variety of shore excursions offered. We did walking tours, kayaking, mountain biking, hiking and took the bikes out to ride ourselves at a more leisurely pace. The food is delicious and the white glove table service really makes every dinner a special experience.

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Uniworld Burgundy & Provence River Cruise

SEPTEMBER

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PROS

Excellent itinerary, accommodations, variety of tours, food & wine excellent, staff attentiveness

CONS

Can't think of any

RECOMMENDED

Yes

One very small issue with the ship's bathroom/shower: the soap & lotion dispensers are very difficult to use. They could easily be redesigned & replaced. I suggest that some Uniworld staff try to use them and evaluate.

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S.S. Catherine Cruise

OCTOBER

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PROS

Beautiful ship, great staff

CONS

RECOMMENDED

Yes

I loved this cruise and only wish it was longer than one week!

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I'm ready for my next trip with Uniworld

JULY

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PROS

The crew, ambiance, food/wine, the tours (best guide: Frances), bedroom/bathroom and the masseuse

CONS

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RECOMMENDED

Yes

I was on a riverboat cruise with Grand Circle on the Daube River and I would never repeat that experience. The staff had the same view of how thinks should be done, which was going beyond what is expected. The service was outstanding. My favorite tours were the truffle farm, lavender fields, having lunch and wine at the castle and the silk tour. I enjoyed being in my room (CAT 2), even though I was hardly there, because I was having so much fun.

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Most impressive

SEPTEMBER

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PROS

Service, accommodations. Food

CONS

Nothing

RECOMMENDED

Yes

It was a very pleasant trip. I have had many river cruises and this rates high!

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Memorable and Outstanding Experience

MAY

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PROS

Our travel agent was exceptionally attentive, organized and concerned about her clients. The staff and crew of the ship S. S. Catherine were outstanding -- always informed, helpful and gracious to every passenger. The tour guides were also excellent, and the ship's food so delicious.

CONS

RECOMMENDED

No

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