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Paris & Normandy
S.S. Joie de Vivre, Uniworld Boutique River Cruises
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S.S. Joie de Vivre
Departure: 12/10/2025
Duration: 8 Days
Roundtrip from Paris
Itinerary
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.
Experience a different side of Northern France
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Day 1 Paris, France 12 Oct 2025 (Sunday)
- Day 2 Vernon, France 13 Oct 2025 (Monday)
- Day 3 Rouen, France 14 Oct 2025 (Tuesday)
- Day 4 Caudebec-en-Caux, France 15 Oct 2025 (Wednesday)
- Day 5 Rouen, France 16 Oct 2025 (Thursday)
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Day 6 Mantes-la-Jolie, France 17 Oct 2025 (Friday)
Mantes-la-Jolie is a commune in the Yvelines department in the Île-de-France region of north-central France. It is located to the west of Paris, 48.4 km from the centre of the capital.
Mantes-la-Jolie is a commune in the Yvelines department in the Île-de-France region of north-central France. It is located to the west of Paris, 48.4 km from the centre of the capital.
See less - Day 7 Paris, France 18 Oct 2025 (Saturday)
- Day 8 Paris, France 19 Oct 2025 (Sunday)
What's Included:
Suites
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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 linevan
Classic
Classic
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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
French Balcony
French Balcony
French Balcony
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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
Deluxe French Balcony
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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
Suite
Suite
Suite
Suite
Suite
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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
Grand Suite
Grand Suite
Grand Suite
Restaurants
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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!
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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.
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Le Restaurant Pigalle
Le Restaurant Pigalle is located on Balzac Deck.
Deckplans
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Sun Deck
- Deck de Montmartre
- Bridge
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Victor Hugo Deck
- Serenity River Spa
- Massage
- Fitness Centre
- Swimming Pool
- Club L'Esprit / Claude's
- Bar
- Suites
- Le Bistrot
- Salon Toulouse
- 24-Hour Tea and Coffee Station
- Grand Suite
- Deluxe French Balconies
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Balzac Deck
- French Balcony Staterooms
- Reception
- Le Restaurant Pigalle
- French Balcony Staterooms
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Jules Verne Deck
- Classic Staterooms
- Laundry
- La Cave des Vins
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