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Prices based on 2 people sharing. Cruise only price does not include flights. Fly-cruise price may vary by chosen UK airport.
(Prices correct as of today’s date, are updated daily, are subject to change and represent genuine availability at time of update).
Cruise only holidays are financially protected by ABTA. Fly cruise holidays are financially protected by UNIWORLD Boutique River Cruises under ATOL number 10975
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Included with Cruise & Fly -
Wind your way by private train through 7 countries on the way to Paris from the inimitable city of Istanbul, then indulge in the luxuries of French living on a Seine River cruise
Majestic Istanbul, imperial Vienna, romantic Paris ... we’ve composed an exceptional journey by private train and luxury river cruise to highlight these legendary cities and a plethora of lesser-known marvels in between. Begin by gliding your way through 7 scenic nations aboard the Golden Eagle Danube Express. You’ll stop in Champagne, France, for a vineyard tour and tasting, listen to live saxophone music echo through the stone halls of the Postojna caves, and much more. Then follow the path of the Seine River through Normandy to stroll Monet’s lush gardens at Giverny, sample camembert and crisp apple cider at a countryside farm, and sit for a private concert at the Rouen Cathedral.
What is included:
DINING
All meals onboard cruise and train, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
14 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 14 dinners
Captain’s Welcome and Farewell Receptions
8-Course Gala Dinner
Welcome and Farewell Gala Dinners
Unlimited beverages onboard the S.S. Joie de Vivre, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks, and mineral water
EXCURSIONS
11 days of excursions, all fully hosted by English-speaking local experts
State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio-headset system on all excursions
Use of bicycles and Nordic walking sticks
ACCOMMODATIONS
7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom onboard the majestic S.S. Joie de Vivre
5 nights in a luxury cabin onboard the Golden Eagle Danube Express private train
1 night in Istanbul at the Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet (or similar)
1 night in Paris at the Intercontinental Hotel Paris - Le Grand (or similar)
Well-appointed en-suite sleeping cabins and suites on the train have remote-controlled air-conditioning and heating, individual bathrobes and slippers, wardrobes, large viewing windows, and day seating that converts into comfortable beds for the evening
Lavishly appointed riverview staterooms and suites on the cruise have handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, high thread count 100% Egyptian cotton sheets and European duvets, and a menu of pillow options
Free Wi-Fi
EXPERIENCES
7 countries: Turkey, Bulgaria, Serbia, Slovenia, Austria, Switzerland, and France
3 UNESCO World Heritage sites
Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager
Gratuities for onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager) are included during the cruise/tour
Captivating onboard local entertainment
Cultural enrichment
Itinerary
Istanbul
Istanbul
Istanbul
Sofia
Belgrade
Postojna
Vienna
Paris
Paris
Vernon
Rouen
Caudebec-en-Caux
Rouen
Mantes-la-Jolie
Paris
Paris
*This holiday is generally suitable for persons with reduced mobility. For customers with reduced mobility or any medical condition that may require special assistance or arrangements to be made, please notify your Cruise Concierge at the time of your enquiry, so that we can provide specific information as to the suitability of the holiday, as well as make suitable arrangements with the Holiday Provider on your behalf.
What's Included with UNIWORLD Boutique River Cruises
WiFi
Gratuities included
Butler service for every suite
Use of bicycles and Nordic walking sticks onshore
Flights and overseas transfers
Luxury boutique accommodation onboard on award-winning ships
Unlimited premium spirits, fine wines, hand-made cocktails and locally sourced beers
Delicious, five-star farm-to-table cuisine from breakfast to dinner
Daily choice of carefully curated excursions - many of which are exclusive to Uniworld guests
Locally inspired on board entertainment and enrichment
Services of the award-winning Uniworld team including a dedicated Cruise Manager
On board fitness and wellness classes
Explore S.S. Joie de Vivre
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!
Excursions
Expertly Curated Excursions
Immerse you in every destination
Every Uniworld cruise is meticulously crafted to be an experience you won’t find anywhere else, filled with moments that are each more breathtaking than the last. We’ve gone the extra mile to ensure our included and optional excursions immerse you in the authentic culture, sights, and cuisine of the places you’ll visit.
Let's Go
Our active excursions invite you to appreciate the natural world with invigorating walking, hiking, cycling, kayaking, and golfing activities.
Do as the Locals Do
Whether we’re seeking local favorite treats or hopping on public trams to zip around town, these tours capture what it’s like to live in the destinations you visit.
Private Experiences
From visiting a museum without the crowds to an after-hours tour of a famous landmark, these included, once-in-a-lifetime experiences are arranged privately for Uniworld guests.
Village Day
On a Village Day, you’ll select from a few different ways to explore village life, often by diving into a cultural pastime or getting to know someone in town.
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.
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.
Special Generations Amenities
Exciting shore excursions tailor-made for families and hosted by local experts
- Kid-friendly menus for each meal and unlimited beverages onboard
- Young Travellers’ Table, a special dining table reserved on certain nights just for our younger guests and Family Hosts
- Onboard activities just for kids, such as cooking classes and dessert-making with the ship’s chef and pastry chef
- Hands-on craft workshops tailored to the destinations you visit
- Young travellers’ lounge and game room, complete with PlayStation, games, movies and local treats
- Two dedicated Family Hosts to oversee all activities for Junior Cruisers (ages 4 to 12 years) and Teen Cruisers (ages 13 to 17 years)
- Opportunities to “Live the Lingo” and learn words and phrases in other languages from our Family Hosts
- Kids-only movie nights, where kids can enjoy popcorn-fueled screenings of family-friendly films along with their new onboard friends and Family Hosts
- A special VIP ship tour with the Captain or Hotel Manager
- Complimentary bicycles, helmets and Nordic walking sticks for use onshore
- Young travellers will receive special surprise pillow gifts for each night of the cruise
- Convenient departures scheduled during summer and winter breaks
Sun Deck
- Sun Deck
Victor Hugo Deck
- Serenity River Spa
- Massage
- Fitness Centre
- Swimming Pool
- Club L'Esprit / Claude's
- Bar
- Suites
- Le Bistro
- Salon Toulouse
- 24-Hour Tea and Coffee Station
- Grand Suite
- Deluxe French Balconies
Balzac Deck
- French Balcony Staterooms
- Reception
- Le Restaurant Pigalle
Jules Verne Deck
- Classic Staterooms
- Laundry
- La Cave des Vins
S.S. Joie de Vivre Cabins & Suites
Classic
Deluxe French Balcony
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