Grand France

Pricing based on departure date: 27 July 2025

A meticulously planned itinerary tailor-made for culturally curious travellers.

For Francophiles in love with the culture, history, cuisine and romance of France, this grand voyage is a dream come true. Soak up the joie de vivre that makes France one of the most adored countries in the world.

Experience France from north to south, sailing three rivers and embarking upon in-depth shore excursions. Walk through Monet’s beloved Giverny, seeing the enchanting grounds that he made famous; kayak under the arches of the 2,000-year-old Pont du Gard outside of Avignon; enjoy a recital of baroque favorites in a 12th-century cathedral in charming Viviers; visit Lyon’s famous Les Halles food market; and have a chance to golf at two historic French golf courses.

From the beaches of Normandy and the verve and romance of Paris to the sun-drenched vistas of Burgundy and Provence, this itinerary in France is truly sans pareil!

 Arles, Avignon, Viviers, Tournon, Macon, Lyon, Lyon, Mantes la Jolie, Rouen, Caudebec-en-Caux, Rouen, Vernon, Paris

DINING

• All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
• 14 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 14 dinners
• 2 Captain's Welcome and 2 Captain's Farewell Receptions
• 2 Welcome and 2 Farewell Gala Dinners
• Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks and mineral water

EXCURSIONS

• 12 days of excursions, including “Choice Is Yours” options, all fully hosted by English-speaking local experts
• Guided “Let's Go,” “Do as the Locals Do” and “Village Day” programs
• State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio-headset system on all excursions
• Use of bicycles and Nordic walking sticks

EXPERIENCES

• 1 country: France
• 4 UNESCO World Heritage sites
• Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager
• All transfers on arrival and departure days
• All gratuities, both onboard and onshore
• First class TGV train between Paris and Lyon
• Captivating onboard local entertainment
• Cultural enrichment, including Signature Lectures
• Exclusive Connoisseur Collection and Generations Family Program on select summer departures

 ACCOMMODATIONS

• 14-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the alluring S.S. Joie de Vivre and the striking S.S. Catherine
• Lavishly appointed riverview staterooms and suites have handcrafted Savoir Beds of England, high thread count 100% Egyptian cotton sheets and European duvets, and a menu of pillow options
• Free Internet and Wi-Fi access

Arles, Avignon, Viviers, Tournon, Macon, Lyon, Lyon, Mantes la Jolie, Rouen, Caudebec-en-Caux, Rouen, Vernon, Paris

All fares are displayed in AUD, and pricing is per person based on twin share occupancy unless stated otherwise. Although all due care is taken to keep information as up-to-date as possible, pricing and availability are subject to change without notice: due to varying timing schedules of supplier automated update processes; currency fluctuations; fuel surcharges or government tax & fee changes and may not be guaranteed until paid in full. Gratuities may be an additional onboard charge depending on particular cruise line selected. Please ask your cruise consultant for any clarification of Terms & Conditions.