General
The perfect journey for those seeking the crème de la crème of France.
This triumvirate of France brings you the very best of each region—Paris and the Normandy coast in the north, vineyard-rich Bordeaux in the southwest and the sun-drenched Mediterranean delights of Burgundy and Provence. You’ll tour glamorous capital cities in leisure and style, explore ancient villages still unspoiled by modern life and walk in the footsteps of famous artists such as Monet and Van Gogh. With Uniworld’s extraordinary excursions, you’ll visit the Palace of the Popes in Avignon, taste incomparable wines in Bordeaux, stroll the charming medieval lanes of Viviers, peruse a farmers market in Southern France, and take a scenic bike ride through Lyon before seeing the city spectacularly illuminated at night. All the while, savor the renowned wines and cooking traditions that have made French cuisine the most revered in the world.
Ultimate France is a combination of Paris & Normandy, Brilliant Bordeaux and Burgundy & Provence.
Package Details
ALL INCLUSIVE
DINING
- All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
- 21 breakfasts, 15 lunches, 21 dinners
- 3 Captain’s Welcome and 3 Captain’s Farewell Receptions
- 3 Welcome and 3 Farewell Gala Dinners
- Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks and mineral water
EXCURSIONS
- 18 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
ACCOMMODATIONS
- 21-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the breathtaking S.S. Bon Voyage, the magical 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
EXPERIENCES
- 1 country: France
- 7 UNESCO World Heritage sites
- Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager
- Group Transfers are included on arrival and departure days (please see terms and conditions for transfer guidelines)
- Gratuities for onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager) are included during the cruise/tour
- TGV train between Lyon and Paris, and Paris and Bordeaux
- Captivating onboard local entertainment
- Cultural enrichment, including Signature Lectures
Activities
Package Details
Package: Ultimate France
Duration: 22 Days
Destination: Bordeaux to Arles
Ship: S.S. Bon Voyage
Rivers: Bordeaux
LEGEND
- UNESCO
- Motor coach
- Embark/Disembark