Cruise & Tour: Indulge in France & Britain

About This Cruise

Journey by land to experience Great Britain in all its glory as you explore Alnwick and Edinburgh Castles.

Type

Ship

S.S. Joie de Vivre

Departure Date

27 August 2027

Cruise Line

UNIWORLD Boutique River Cruises

Duration

16 Nights

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Itinerary

Day 1

August 27, 2027

Edinburgh, Scotland

Day 2

August 28, 2027

Edinburgh, Scotland

Day 3

August 29, 2027

Alnwick, England

Day 4

August 30, 2027

York, England

Day 5

August 31, 2027

York, England

Day 6

September 1, 2027

York, England

Day 7

September 2, 2027

Bath, England

Day 8

September 3, 2027

Stonehenge, England

Day 9

September 4, 2027

London (Greenwich), England

Day 10

September 5, 2027

Paris, France

Day 11

September 6, 2027

Vernon, France

Day 12

September 7, 2027

Rouen, France

Day 13

September 8, 2027

Caudebec-en-Caux, France

Day 14

September 9, 2027

Rouen, France

Day 15

September 10, 2027

Mantes-la-Jolie, France

Day 16

September 11, 2027

Paris, France

Day 17

September 12, 2027

Paris, France

Scotland

Edinburgh

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Scotland

Edinburgh

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England

Alnwick

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England

York

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York

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York

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England

Bath

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England

Stonehenge

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England

London (Greenwich)

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France

Paris

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France

Vernon

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France

Rouen

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France

Caudebec-en-Caux

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France

Rouen

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France

Mantes-la-Jolie

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Paris

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Overview

Journey by land to experience Great Britain in all its glory as you explore Alnwick and Edinburgh Castles. Join the Yeoman Warder for a Ceremony of the Keys at the Tower of London. Partake in a traditional high tea in the grand Castle Howard after it closes to the public. See the ancient spas of Bath before enjoying a Michelin-starred lunch of seasonal fare. Moving your journey to the Seine River, board the S.S. Joie de Vivre to cruise from Paris through Normandy’s countryside, uncovering its many charms: Château de La Roche-Guyon, the medieval capital of Rouen, Monet’s beloved home in Giverny, and the famed Normandy beaches. Discover a different side of Northern France’s history with a behind-the-scenes tour of the majestic palace of Versailles, once home to Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette.

Suite

Grand Suite

Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom (410 sq ft – 38 sq m) with a French balcony

Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, and flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite

The Grand Suite offers extra benefits, including a separate spacious living room, bathroom with a separate rain shower and tub, and secluded toilet and bidet area

Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, backlit magnifying mirror, and comfortable bathrobes and slippers

Additional amenities and service include: in-suite butler service; packing and unpacking assistance; in-room breakfast; daily fruit and cookie plate, and an elegant evening snack; Nespresso coffee machine and fine teas; fully stocked mini bar; bottle of wine upon arrival; shoe shine; and free laundry service

Suite

Suite

Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom (260 sq ft – 24 sq m) with a French balcony

Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, and flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite

Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, backlit magnifying mirror, comfortable bathrobes and slippers

Additional amenities and services include in-suite butler service, packing and unpacking assistance, in-room breakfast, daily fruit and cookie plate and an elegant evening snack, Nespresso coffee machine and fine teas, fully stocked mini bar, bottle of wine upon request, shoeshine, and free laundry service

Balcony

Deluxe French Balcony

Lavishly appointed riverview staterooms (194 sq ft – 18 sq m) with a French balcony

Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, and flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite

Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, backlit magnifying mirror, comfortable bathrobes and slippers

Balcony

French Balcony

Lavishly appointed riverview staterooms (194 sq ft – 18 sq m) with a French balcony

Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, and flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite

Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, backlit magnifying mirror, comfortable bathrobes and slippers

Outside

Classic

Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom (162-180 sq ft – 15-17 sq m)

Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, and flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite

Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, backlit magnifying mirror, comfortable bathrobes and slippers

Note: windows in these staterooms are situated at the water line

french

La Cave Des Vins

Lovers of French food and wine can experience an exclusive epicurean event in our onboard show kitchen. Under the guidance of Uniworld’s talented chef, prepare an exquisite seven-course meal. Then relish your creation with wine pairings designed just for you by our Sommelier. Simply ask our Concierge to reserve your spot. Bon appetit!

french

Le Bistrot

The ship’s very own Parisian-style sidewalk café serves classic French cuisine. Designed with windows that lower for an open-air ambiance, Le Bistrot is a très bon spot to savor wrap-around views of the Seine.

regional

Le Restaurant Pigalle

Le Restaurant Pigalle is located on Balzac Deck.

Bar

Claude's

Experience the magic each evening as Club L’Esprit transforms into Claude’s supper club, a vibrant dining and entertainment venue. Claude’s glitzy and glamorous atmosphere is the perfect place to listen to local music, enjoy delectable hors d’oeuvres and signature cocktails, or view a classic French film on select nights in an intimate cinema. 

Signature Cocktails
Our cocktails, much like our ships, are one-of-a-kind and inspired by the destinations we visit. Our bartenders are sharing their favorites with you.

Local Wines
Uniworld cruises through some of the world’s most acclaimed wine producing regions in Europe. Our onboard wine menus are expertly curated by our staff of Sommeliers to reflect the local destination. Plus, you can enjoy these local wines as part of your all-inclusive package.

Local Beers
Our onboard beer menus feature unique lagers, ales and stouts from small local breweries, giving you a taste of the world’s finest. The best part? It’s all included.

Premium Spirits
Extra dirty Grey Goose martini with locally harvested olives? It’s all yours. As is everything else you can think of. With our ultra-inclusive amenities you can enjoy unlimited beverages onboard.

Bar, Lounge

Salon Toulouse

Salon Toulouse can be found on Victor Hugo Deck

Reception

Information Desk

The Information Desk can be found on Balzac Deck.

Reception, Atrium

Reception

Reception can be found on Balzac Deck.

Spa, Pool, Yoga

Club L'Esprit

Relax and indulge your mind, body and soul at Club L’Esprit, our onboard spa and wellness centre. Pamper yourself with an array of beauty and well-being treatments. Unwind with yoga. Work out in the resistance pool. Get your heart pumping in the onboard fitness centre. Afterwards, refresh and recharge with a deliciously good-for-you smoothie at the L’Espirit Bar. 

Spa

Serenity River Spa

The Serenity River Spa can be found on the Victor Hugo Deck.

Gym

Fitness Centre

The Fitness Centre Spa can be found on the Victor Hugo Deck.