Cruise Line |
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises |
Ship |
Joie de Vivre |
Destination |
EU Rivers |
Nights |
7 |
Departure Date |
27 Dec 2021 |
Description |
7 Night Cruise sailing from Paris roundtrip aboard Joie de Vivre.
Day 1 – Paris (embark)
Embark the ship.
Day 2: Vernon
Today the Seine and your luxurious ship carry you to a château with close links to the history of French royalty, in a region that was once the borderland between French and English royal power. You will visit Château de Bizy, an ideal setting for a concert of classical music. For those seeking a more active approach to today's excursion, you may choose to travel to the château by bicycle.
Featured Excursion:
Château de Bizy concert
In the evening, a special Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you.
Day 3: Rouen
The medieval capital of Normandy, Rouen has managed to preserve much of its historic core, despite being turned into a battlefield numerous times. See Rouen’s top sights as well as its splendid Christmas market, held on the square in front of the cathedral Monet painted dozens of times. Inside, you can listen to ethereal liturgical music enhanced by the cathedral’s wonderful acoustics. Another treat awaits at La Couronne—tea and cake at the restaurant where Julia Child had a life-changing first meal in France.
Featured Excursions:
Rouen walking tour with Christmas market
Tea time at La Couronne
Private cathedral choir recital
Day 4: Mantes-la-Jolie (Versailles)
The magnificently flamboyant Palace of Versailles was built during a time of absolute power, setting new standards for over-the-top excess with its elaborate gardens, grand state apartments and glittering Hall of Mirrors. All this plus a private “secret†tour that takes you where others cannot go? Priceless.
Choice of Versailles Palace secret apartments or Château de Rueil Malmaison, Home of Joséphine and Napoléon
Day 5: Paris
The shop windows of Paris are truly an art form, particularly during the holidays when they attract throngs of delighted onlookers. See these enchanting displays for yourself today on one of the city’s chicest streets. We’ll also take you inside the Paris Opera, described by its architect as a “Versailles for everyone.†Tonight, we’ll treat you to a Paris illuminations tour.
Featured Excursion:
Opéra Garnier and Parisian Christmas displays
Day 6: Paris
Join a local expert for a guided walk through two of our favorite neighborhoods in the “City of Light,†the Île de la Cité and Latin Quarter. Wander the streets with stones worn by countless notable artists, writers and philosophers, including Matisse and Picasso, Hemingway and Fitzgerald. The cultural, political, artistic and financial heart of France, Paris is entrancing, magical and exhilarating. Every view is postcard worthy, and for the next few days it is yours to enjoy.
Featured Excursions:
Heart of Paris Seine cruise
Paris “Illuminations†tour
Choice of “Taste of Christmas†walking tour to Paris' Left Bank or "Let's Go" Seine riverbank bike ride
Day 7: Paris
After visiting Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, Louis XIV was so green with envy that he gave his modest hunting lodge a total makeover. See the inspiration for Versailles on an excursion to this elaborately decorated winter wonderland, where the owner will host a private reception for Uniworld guests.
Featured Excursion:
Private reception at Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte
This evening, a special Captain’s Farewell Reception and Gala Dinner will be prepared for you.
Day 8: Paris (Disembark)
Disembark the ship. |
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Sailing Dates |
- 06 Dec 2021
- 13 Dec 2021
- 20 Dec 2021
- 27 Dec 2021
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Itinerary |
Cruise Itinerary
Day | Date | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
1 |
27/12 |
Paris, France |
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2 |
28/12 |
Vernon, France |
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3 |
29/12 |
Rouen, France |
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4 |
30/12 |
Versailles, France |
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5 |
31/12 |
Paris, France |
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6 |
01/01 |
Paris, France |
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7 |
02/01 |
Paris, France |
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8 |
03/01 |
Paris, France |
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All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
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