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SS Joie de Vivre
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14 Night Grand France Holiday Cruise and Land Tour

From Paris, (France) to Arles, (France)

SS Joie de Vivre
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises
5 Stars
Cruise #: 14324313
Sail Date: Tuesday, Nov 28, 2028
Return Date: Tuesday, Dec 12, 2028
Room Types & Rates:
Riverview
Call to Book1-800-543-1915
Balcony
$9,399
Suite
$15,399
*Prices are per person based on double occupancy
Includes taxes & fees

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14 Night Grand France Holiday Cruise and Land Tour

Cruise Segment of Itinerary

Tuesday - Nov 28, 2028
Day
1
  • Paris, France
Arrive at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. If you have arranged a Uniworld arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the ship.
Wednesday - Nov 29, 2028
Day
2
  • Paris, France
  • Mantes-la-Jolie, France
  • Bus Travel
  • Versailles, France
  • Bus Travel
  • Mantes-la-Jolie, France
How did France's rulers live over the centuries? Step into the private rooms of the Palace of Versailles, the lavish palace built by the Sun King, to find out.
Thursday - Nov 30, 2028
Day
3
Rouen, France
  • Rouen, France
Walk in the footsteps of greatness in Normandy's medieval capital, a city with a historic quarter that remains amazingly intact. From the cathedral Monet painted dozens of times to the cross marking the spot where Joan of Arc was martyred, Rouen is a treasure trove for the culturally curious.
Friday - Dec 1, 2028
Day
4
Caudebec-en-Caux , France
  • Caudebec-en-Caux , France
The Seine-Maritime is a breath of fresh air. An idyllic department tucked away between the Seine and France's northwestern coastline, this area is replete with historic towns, seaports, and locals who are passionate about keeping the traditions of France alive.
Saturday - Dec 2, 2028
Day
5
Vernon, France
  • Vernon, France
  • La Roche-Guyon, France, France
Fall even deeper in love with the Normandy countryside today. In addition to a visit Chateau de La Roche-Guyon, you can spend your day sipping on farm-fresh Normandy cider.
Sunday - Dec 3, 2028
Day
6
  • Paris, France
Embrace the holiday spirit as you are ferried around the best Christmas markets of Paris, where you'll find delicious seasonal goodies and some excellent gifting opportunities waiting for you. Later, you're in for a real treat: a private welcome to a beautiful chateau.
Monday - Dec 4, 2028
Day
7
  • Paris, France
Today is all about the glamor that makes Paris Paris, as we honor Parisian shopping culture with a walking tour of the city's famous seasonal window displays, complete with a visit to the opera house.
Tuesday - Dec 5, 2028
Day
8
  • Paris, France
  • Cruise Ends

Land Segment of Itinerary

Day 8 - Tuesday - Dec 5, 2028
Day
8
  • TGV Train Travel

Cruise Segment of Itinerary

Day 8 - Tuesday - Dec 5, 2028
Day
8
Cruise Begins
  • Cruise Begins
  • Lyon, France
You'll transfer from the magical S.S. Joie de Vivre cruise ship in Paris to the striking S.S. Catherine in Lyon via high-speed TGV train for the second half of this fabulous grand tour. Once you've settled into your new home, you'll have some time to explore delightful Lyon, which is nestled alongside the Saone River. ...
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Wednesday - Dec 6, 2028
Day
9
Lyon, France
  • Lyon, France
A bastion of French culinary traditions, historic architecture, and culture, Lyon reigns as one of the greatest cities in all of France. It should come as no surprise, therefore, that its holiday traditions are so spectacular, with thousands of twinkling lights wrapping the city for a distinctive Christmas season display. ...
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Thursday - Dec 7, 2028
Day
10
  • Valence, France
The capital of the Drome, Valence invites you to enjoy a festive holiday visit in an attractive town wrapped in twinkling lights. You'll be delighted to discover that Valence is a town with a strong culinary tradition, and the market vendors are prepared to prove it. Keep an eye out for local specialties: orange-blossom infused Suisse breads shaped to resemble Pope Pius VI's Swiss guards and sheets of tiny ravioli made with parsley and cheese known as Ravioles du Dauphine. ...
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Friday - Dec 8, 2028
Day
11
Viviers, France
  • Viviers, France
  • Bus Travel
  • Grignan, France
  • Bus Travel
  • Viviers, France
Drive from our dock in Viviers to the deeply Provencal city of Grignan, passing by eye-catching Renaissance-era estates and scenic countryside on the way. A sunny, almost Mediterranean destination during the summer, Grignan in the winter is often wrapped in an atmospheric fog, heightening the feeling that you've stepped back in time to a medieval village. ...
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Saturday - Dec 9, 2028
Day
12
Avignon, France
  • Avignon, France
The walled city of Avignon is one of the most fascinating towns in southern France, with a host of historic gems to explore-including the fortress residence of popes who once lived and ruled here. Visitors during the holiday season are treated to the cozy sight of festive decorations, shops overflowing with seasonal treats, and local vendors selling handmade wares that make excellent Christmas presents. ...
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Sunday - Dec 10, 2028
Day
13
  • Tarascon, France
  • Bus Travel
  • St Remy, France
  • Bus Travel
  • Tarascon, France
Tarascon is an arresting sight. The white stone buildings that proliferate throughout the town-including an eye-catching castle that sits right on the banks of the Rhone-catch the colors of the rising and setting sun beautifully.
Monday - Dec 11, 2028
Day
14
Arles, France
  • Arles, France
  • Bus Travel
  • Aix-en-Provence, France
  • Bus Travel
  • Arles, France
Today, you'll enjoy a full-day outing to one of the most festive winter destinations in the region: elegant Aix-en-Provence, where you'll find beautifully decorated public squares and unique seasonal traditions.
Tuesday - Dec 12, 2028
Day
15
Arles, France
  • Arles, France
Check out and disembark the ship this morning. If you have arranged a Uniworld departure transfer, you will be transferred to Marseille Provence Airport for your flight home.
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