
S.S. São Gabriel
S.S. São Gabriel embodies the beautiful Douro River Valley like no other ship in the region. Beautiful azulejos tilework, polished wood, and a summery palette bring the vivacity of Portugal onboard, while a sundeck pool beckons passengers to relax in the sunshine while soaking in the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape.
Good for
Dining venues, Excursions included, Onboard entertainment, Wellness options, Sun Deck pool
What to expect from S.S. São Gabriel
Overview
S.S. São Gabriel embodies the beautiful Douro River Valley like no other ship in the region. Beautiful azulejos tilework, polished wood, and a summery palette bring the vivacity of Portugal onboard, while a sundeck pool beckons passengers to relax in the sunshine while soaking in the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape. This Super Ship™ vessel offers an entire deck of lavishly appointed suites with butler service, as well as three different dining venues in which to experience the delectable wine and cuisine of the Douro River Valley.
Accommodation
Your Uniworld stateroom is a chic yet cosy cocoon- ideally designed for a daytime catnap and full-night’s rest alike. Your bed is handcrafted by Savoir® of England bed-makers to the world’s finest hotels, including London’s legendary Savoy Hotel. Your bed is dressed in divine linens of the highest quality and topped with a fluffy duvet and you always have your choice of pillow options to ensure the most restful sleep.
Your bathroom is adorned in gleaming floor-to-ceiling marble. They’ve even added special touches, such as backlit magnifying mirrors. Daily housekeeping keeps things tidy, and evening turndown service always features a scrumptious surprise.
Grand Suite
- Grand Suite (307 sq ft - 28.5 sq m).
- Note that amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship.
Suite
- Suite (220 sq ft - 20.4 sq m).
- Note that amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship.
French Balcony Stateroom
- French Balcony (156 sq ft - 14.5 sq m).
- Note that amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship.
Deluxe Stateroom
- Deluxe (156 sq ft - 14.5 sq m).
- Note that amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship.
Classic
- Classic (135 sq ft - 12.5 sq m).
- Note that amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship.
Decks
Blue Azzelij Terrace
- Pool
- Sun Loungers
Azores Deck
- Shop
- Office
- Reception
- Heritage Bistro
- Vintage Bar
- Grand Suite
- Suite
Cape Verde Deck
- Coffee Station
- Duoro Wine Cellar
- Feitoria Restaurant
- French Balcony
Madeira Deck
- Fitness Centre
- Guest Laundry
- Spa
- Deluxe Staterooms
- Classic Staterooms
Kids and Teens
All-Inclusive Family River Cruises
Every Uniworld Generations cruise includes special programs, events and excursions designed specifically for your world travellers in training.
Gratuities
Gratuities for onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager) are included during the cruise/tour.
Entertainment
Sip a glass of wine while you cruise past beautiful landscapes and world-famous landmarks on your way to your next destination...
Vintage Bar
The Lounge Bar can be found on Azores Deck.
Shop
The Shop can be found on Azores Deck.
Sun Deck
The Sun Deck can be found on the Blue Azzelij Terrace.
Reception
The Reception can be found on Azores Deck.
Duoro Wine Cellar
The Duoro Wine Cellar can be found on Cape Verde Deck.
Enrichment
THE ONE THING MORE STUNNING THAN STEPPING ONBOARD IS STEPPING OFF
Every Uniworld cruise is meticulously crafted to be an experience you won’t find anywhere else, filled with moments that are each more breathtaking than the last. We’ve gone the extra mile to ensure our included and optional excursions immerse you in the authentic culture, sights and cuisine of the places you’ll visit.
Private Experiences
From visiting a museum without the crowds to an after-hours tour of a famous landmark, these included, once-in-a-lifetime experiences are arranged privately for Uniworld guests.Masterpiece Collection
Tasting cheese with a cheese affineur in Rüdesheim or cruising through the streets of Bordeaux in a retro sidecar–if going above and beyond is what you’re after, you’ll be sure to enjoy our selection of Masterpiece Collection optional experiences, available for an additional cost.Curated Services
Guests looking to treat themselves and their loved ones to a private, extraordinary experience can arrange a Curated Service. These experiences can be booked onboard, are often accompanied with a private car and/or guide, are fully customizable, and provide guests with an opportunity to create an exceptionally special moment just for them.Village Day
Get an in-depth look into the quaint destinations we visit and the local people who bring them to life.
"Let's Go" Excursions
Our “Let’s Go” onshore program features guided walking, hiking, cycling, kayaking, golfing tours and more. Or, take one of our bicycles or Nordic Walking Sticks and head out on your own adventure. Wherever your journey takes you, there will be many opportunities to get out and go.
Do As The Locals Do
Experience life like a local, from riding the subway to stopping into a café for a local treat.
Nights Out
See your destinations in a whole new light
From private after-hours tours of popular attractions to local nightlife experiences, this new line of included excursions will go the extra mile to bring you uniquely memorable moments on your all-inclusive, luxury river cruise.
Dining
Enjoy an Unrivaled Taste of your Destinations
When dining onboard, you’ll be treated to world-class cuisine made from fresh ingredients, locally sourced from the destinations you visit.
From Farm to Ship
Farm-to-table isn’t just a trendy culinary buzzword around here. It’s a governing philosophy and commitment to serving you the very best local dishes created by our master chefs. When in Italy, dinner may consist of Prosciutto di Parma pizza and Osso Buco Milanese, prepared to your liking, with meats and vegetables sourced from just miles away. After a day immersed in Indian culture, your taste buds may do some immersing of their own with Gajar Shorba and Tandoori Chicken Tikka for lunch. Live brilliantly. Dine locally. That’s our story and we’re sticking to it.
Creative Culinary Options
For those interested in healthier dining options, our Traveling Lite menu features all of the flavor of our traditional menu, but with fewer calories. We also offer a variety of vegetarian and vegan options, prepared just for you. If you have a specific meal preference, just ask. Our chefs will be happy to accommodate.
Feirtoria Restaurant
The Feitoria Restaurant can be found on the Cape Verde Deck.
Heritage Bistro
The Heritage Bistro can be found on the Azores Deck.
Coffee Station
The Coffee Station can be found on the Cape Verde Deck.
Health and Fitness
Wanderlust Meets Wellness - onboard and onshore
All our cruises feature several options to get up, get going and stay fit, both onboard and onshore. Our seasoned wellness experts have an average tenure of ten years with Uniworld and continuously hone their craft with annual Ayurveda yoga and other trainings. They are there to lend their expertise to you.
Fitness Centre
The Fitness Centre can be found on the Madeira Deck.
Spa
The Spa can be found on the Madeira Deck.
Pool
The Pool can be found on the Blue Azzelij Terrace
Other Cruise Information
ClassCruise Type: river
Class: Super Ship
Ship Size: mini
Style: luxury
Operator Reference: uniworld-boutique-river-cruises
Nursery: none
Child Facilities: none
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