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Magical Parisian Holiday (2025)

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£2,799

£3,999

8 days

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Overview

For a holiday season experience that will truly take your breath away, embark on a luxury cruise on the Seine during Advent. It should come as no surprise that the City of Lights pulls out all the stops during the Season of Lights, yet Paris still manages to astonish locals and visitors alike with its festive displays. As we venture into the countryside, we’ll enjoy private visits to festively decorated chateaux, plentiful shopping opportunities, and even a few French Christmas markets.

Locations Visited

Paris, Mantes la Jolie, Rouen, Vernon

Countries Visited

France

Travel Style

Cruise, All Inclusive

Accommodations

7 nights included

Magical Parisian Holiday (2025)

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Itinerary

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Day 1

Paris (Embark)

Arrive at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. If your cruise package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the ship.

  • Meals

    Dinner

How did France’s rulers live over the centuries? Step into the private rooms of the Palace of Versailles, the lavish palace built by the Sun King, to find out.

  • Meals

    Breakfast Buffet

    Lunch

    Welcome Dinner

In the evening, a special Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you.

The Seine-Maritime is a breath of fresh air. An idyllic department tucked away between the Seine and France’s northwestern coastline, this area is replete with historic towns, seaports, and locals who are passionate about keeping the traditions of France alive.

  • Meals

    Breakfast Buffet

    Lunch

    Dinner

Featured Excursions:

Fall even deeper in love with the Normandy countryside today. In addition to a private visit to “the Little Versailles,” you can spend your day sipping on farm-fresh Normandy cider.

  • Meals

    Breakfast Buffet

    Lunch

    Dinner

Embrace the holiday spirit as we ferry you around the best Christmas markets of Paris, where you’ll find delicious seasonal goodies and some excellent gifting opportunities waiting for you. Later, you’re in for a real treat: a private welcome to a beautiful château.

  • Meals

    Breakfast Buffet

    Lunch

    Dinner

Today is all about the glamor that makes Paris Paris, as we honor Parisian shopping culture with a walking tour of the city’s famous seasonal window displays, complete with a visit to the opera house.

  • Meals

    Breakfast Buffet

    Lunch

    Farewell Dinner

In the evening, a special Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you.

Disembark the ship. If your cruise package includes a group departure transfer or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to Charles de Gaulle Airport for your flight home.

Featured Excursions do not require booking. Excursions that are listed as "Choose between..." must be booked onboard however there is no additional cost. Please refer to the excursion details below to view purchasing options for our Masterpiece Collection excursions where applicable.&nbsp;<em>Note: The itineraries presented are subject to modification due to water levels, closures because of public holidays or other uncontrollable factors. Every effort will be made to operate programs as planned, but changes may still be necessary throughout the cruise. This day-to-day schedule is subject to change. Your final day-to-day schedule will be provided onboard on the first day of your cruise.</em>

What's Included

  • Dining

    • All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
    • 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 7 dinners
    • Captain's Welcome and Farewell Receptions
    • Welcome and Farewell Gala Dinners
    • Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks, and mineral water
  • Excursions

    • 6 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
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  • Accommodations

    • 7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the alluring S.S. Joie de Vivre
    • 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 Wi-Fi
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  • Experiences

    • 1 country: France
    • 2 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
    • Cultural enrichment, including captivating onboard local entertainment

Ship Details

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
S.S. Joie de Vivre

Dates & Prices

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Terms & Conditions

*Price shown is per person based on double occupancy, is valid for select stateroom categories only.

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†The exact amount of the Costco Member Benefit will be calculated during the booking process.