Uniworld introduces its brand new exciting cruise that takes you through the Ukraine all the way to Istanbul, Turkey. For 17 days you will discover wonder after wonder in this secluded part of the world.

Uncover the rich heritage of Ukraine and the Black Sea

Explore Kiev, the capital of Ukraine, with its Western-style elegance and sophisticated culture. Its broad avenues lined with chestnut trees are steeped in history. Taste the local food prepared by a family who lives in the rural Dnieper Delta area in Kherson. Visit Yalta, the most elegant resort on the "Crimean Riviera," and see the sights of this historic city, including the famous Livadia Palace, where the Yalta conference was held at the end of WWII. Discover the important port city of Odessa, with its Mediterranean climate and picturesque setting on the Black Sea.

Explore the only city in the world located on two continents

Istanbul extends both on the European and Asian sides of the Bosphorus, making it the only city in the world situated on two continents. In this historically fascinating city, you can walk the streets where crusaders once marched, admire mosques that demonstrate true Islamic architecture, and hunt for bargains in the Grand Bazaar. Visit the breathtaking Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace. Today, Istanbul is a huge metropolis connecting continents, cultures, religions and it is yours to explore.

Who will enjoy this cruise: History buffs looking to explore a part of the world that was the center of many great empires. Architects and archeologists who would like to see grand mosques, palaces and historical buildings. Naturalists who wish to venture to the Danube Delta with its 1,200 varieties of plants and over 300 species of birds.

Note: Cruising in the Ukraine is a wonderful experience and while the Ukrainian MS Taras Shevchenko is a friendly, Russian-style ship that offers comfortable amenities, it doesn't have all the same amenities as a Uniworld company-owned ship. In addition, English is not the only language spoken onboard.

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