Uniworld Charters Aqua Blu for Bali-Singapore in 2027

Published on Oct 28, 2025, 3:34 pm CDT

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Key points

Uniworld will run two 14-day Bali to Singapore expeditions on Aqua Blu on June 23 and September 1, 2027
Trips include three nights in Bali, seven nights aboard Aqua Blu, and three nights in Singapore with calls at Komodo and the Spice Islands
Uniworld also named 2027 European Super Ships S.S. Audrey, S.S. Marlene, and S.S. São Rafael, its largest fleet expansion to date
Lead pricing for the Bali, Singapore & Indonesia Expedition starts at $ 18,999.00 (USD) per person

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises will move beyond rivers for two exclusive expedition departures in 2027, chartering Aqua Expeditions' Aqua Blu for 14-day Bali to Singapore journeys that blend land stays with a seven-night yacht segment. The sailings depart June 23 and September 1, 2027, include three nights in Bali, seven nights aboard Aqua Blu, and three nights in Singapore, and visit Komodo National Park, the Spice Islands, and Pink Beach with opportunities to see manta rays, whale sharks, and Komodo dragons. Lead pricing starts at $ 18,999.00 (USD) per person, according to Uniworld. The company also named three new European Super Ships for 2027, S.S. Audrey, S.S. Marlene, and S.S. São Rafael, framing what it calls its largest fleet expansion to date.

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises | Fleet Expansion

Aqua Blu, a 60-meter, long-range explorer yacht permanently based in East Indonesia, carries just 30 guests in 15 suites, creating a true small-ship expedition feel with five-star service. Uniworld's program packages the expedition between curated hotel stays on land, which simplifies logistics for guests tackling a complex region. The Indonesia-Singapore pairing broadens Uniworld's footprint in Asia and signals continued appetite for high-touch, low-capacity product at the luxury end of the market.

On Europe's rivers, Uniworld said the S.S. Audrey and S.S. Marlene will sail Danube and Rhine programs with layouts similar to sister ship S.S. Emilie, which debuts in 2026, while S.S. São Rafael will join S.S. São Gabriel on Portugal's Douro. Together with the chartered Aqua Blu, the four additions set up 2027 as a step-change year for the brand.

Latest developments

Reservations for the Bali, Singapore & Indonesia Expedition are live with the two 2027 dates visible on Uniworld's site. The itinerary details confirm the land-sea-land structure, wildlife and water activities, and the Aqua Blu ship profile. Uniworld's homepage and search tools now surface 2027 programs that list S.S. Audrey and S.S. Marlene on Central European routes, while trade and industry outlets have carried the broader 2027 expansion and naming details with a statement from President and CEO Ellen Bettridge that 2027 will be a landmark year for the company.

Analysis

For luxury travelers, the Indonesia charter adds variety that a pure river portfolio cannot deliver, while keeping Uniworld's hosted model, inclusions, and service style. The wildlife focus, small-group zodiac landings, and snorkeling or diving days make these departures closer to expedition cruising than coastal yachting, so guest fit matters. Advisors should screen clients for comfort with active days and tropical conditions, then emphasize the convenience of three-night stays in Bali and Singapore at each end to recover from long-haul flights and to enjoy culture and cuisine on land.

On the river side, adding S.S. Audrey, S.S. Marlene, and S.S. São Rafael increases European capacity in proven geographies rather than chasing novelty for its own sake. Expect demand pressure on the Douro in particular, where capacity is constrained by locks and seasonality. If clients are evaluating hybrid or multimodal trips, Uniworld's track record with Cruise & Rail and brand collaborations offers templates to stitch river, rail, and small-ship elements into one booking. For reference, see Adept's coverage of Uniworld's ocean-river collaboration with Seabourn, and our reporting on Cruise & Rail pairings with Golden Eagle, both helpful comparators for who buys these experiences and why.

Final thoughts

Uniworld's 2027 plan pairs a rare, 30-guest Indonesia expedition with a pragmatic scale-up on Europe's rivers. For travelers, that means scarce-inventory adventure options in Asia and more choice on the Danube, Rhine, and Douro. For advisors, it is a reason to pre-block 2027 space now, especially on the Aqua Blu charter and peak-season Douro turns, where limited capacity and strong repeat demand typically drive early sell-outs.