FRANCE

Seine River

Normandy

NORMANDY BEACHES

Paris

CAUDEBEC-EN-CAUX

GIVERNY

HONFLEUR ÉTRETAT

LES ANDELYS

VERNON

ROUEN

VERSAILLES

MANTES-LA-JOLIE

Bay of Biscay

Dordogne River

Garonne River

Gironde Estuary

Sauternes

Aquitaine

Périgord

Médoc

Bordeaux

BLAYE

BOURG-SUR-GIRONDE

CADILLAC

PAUILLAC

LIBOURNESAINT-ÉMILION

LA ROCHE GUYON

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A PORTRAIT OF MAJESTIC FRANCE15 Days

S.S. JOIE DE VIVRE & S.S. ROYALE

“This coupling of itineraries provides an excellent combination of the quintessential

charming and glamorous Paris, with side excursions to interesting, quaint medieval

towns, castles, châteaux, gardens and to the Bordeaux region.” – James

From: $5,299 per person

Grand Itinerary• Delight in the rare opportunity of

experiencing two stunning ships, S.S. Joie de Vivre and S.S. Royale,

on one amazing combination itinerary.

Connoisseur Collection• Enjoy a culinary-focused French cruise that will take you to famous restaurants, vineyards, orchards, tru@e farms and other culinary hot spots.

• Venture into the remnants of WWII bunkers and portions ofthe Atlantic Wall in Soulac.

• Let’s Go and bike along the scenic back roads of Bordeaux.

• Marvel at wraparound views of the Seine from the S.S. Joie de Vivre’s

onboard Parisian-style sidewalk café, Le Bistro.

• Meet a local Sauternes producer and enjoy a wine tasting

on an Exclusive Experience.on an Exclusive Experience.

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RENOVATEDFOR 2019

Paris, France

DAY 1: PARIS (EMBARK) b e DArrive 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. Or transfer from your hotel or railway station to the ship.

DAY 2: LA ROCHE-GUYON VERNON(GIVERNY)* b BB L WDToday is a celebration of northern France’s natural beauty, with an excursion to a splendid château and gardens situated in an equally grand setting, plus a chance to immerse yourself in the very landscapes that inspired Impressionist master Claude Monet. Visit the hilltop Château de La Roche-Guyon, surrounded by beautiful gardens and offering sweeping views over the Seine. Later, you can visit the home and gardens of Claude Monet. Or take in the beautiful French countryside in a more invigorating way, with a guided bike ride from Vernon to Giverny.

Featured Excursions: Choice of Monet’s Gardens at Giverny or “Let’s Go” bike ride from Vernon to Giverny.

Connoisseur Collection Highlight: “Connoisseur Collection” guests will be treated to a Champagne tasting this evening.

DAY 3: ROUEN (NORMANDY BEACHES) BB D

There are moments when we travel that move us on an otherworldly level—experiences that stir a profound emotional connection that can’t be found in a book or on a screen. The Normandy beaches have that effect during a sentimental remembrance of Operation Overlord, including a

private ceremony at the Omaha Beach memorial, led by musicians playing “Taps.” 2019 serves as the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Normandy, making this year’s visit exceptionally special.

Featured Excursion: Omaha Beach and Normandy American Cemetery.

Generations Program Highlight: As a part of the “Generations Program,” guests will be able to participate in a wreath-laying ceremony at the U.S. Cemetery in Normandy.

DAY 4: CAUDEBEC-EN-CAUX ROUEN b BB L DCaudebec-en-Caux, a lovely little town on a serene loop of the Seine, is your base for one of two very different excursions. You could drive through the beautiful Calvados countryside to Honfleur, a delightful seaside harbor and city of painters, or head to the windy cliffs of Étretat for a game of golf.**

Featured Excursions: Choice of Honfleur walking discovery tour or “Let’s Go” golfing in Étretat.

Explore: Follow your well-being coach on a guided bike ride to Villequier Village with stops at the Victor Hugo statue and museum.

DAY 5: ROUEN b BB L DWalk in the footsteps of greatness in Normandy’s medieval capital, a city with a historic quarter that remains amazingly intact. From the cathedral Monet painted dozens of times to the cross marking the spot where Joan of Arc was martyred.

Featured Excursion: Capital of the dukes of Normandy.

Generations Program Highlight: “Generations

Program” guests will revel in a paint class at Monet’s studio this afternoon.

DAY 6: MANTES-LA-JOLIE (VERSAILLES) b BB L FD

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.

Featured Excursions: Choice of Versailles Palace secret apartments or “Let’s Go” biking Versailles Gardens.

Your Call: In your free time, you have two “Masterpiece Collection” opportunities—attend

tea time at Château de Champs de Bataille or a painting class at Monet’s studio.

DAY 7: PARIS b BB L DWhether you’re a first-time visitor to the “City of Light” or you’ve been here many times before, there’s something for everyone today in Paris. Enjoy a panoramic overview of the city, join a local expert for a walk through two much-loved neighborhoods, or pedal your way along the Left Bank, a fresh and fun way to take in the sights.

Featured Excursions: Choice of Paris city tour or “Do as the Locals Do” île de la Cité and Latin Quarter.

After Hours: This evening, you have two “Masterpiece Collection” experiences to choose

from—a nighttime trip to the glittering Eiffel Tower or an evening at Moulin Rouge.

DAY 8: PARIS (DISEMBARK) TRANSFER TO BORDEAUX VIA TGV TRAIN (EMBARK)e b BB L D

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Disembark the magical S.S. Joie de Vivre and transfer to Bordeaux via high-speed, first-class TGV train. Your next ship is the breathtaking S.S. Royale.

DAY 9: BORDEAUX PAUILLAC† b BB L WDThe legendary Médoc region abounds with prestigious wine châteaux in a dizzying array of architectural styles, as well as miles of grapevines stretching to infinity. Take a scenic drive to the tip of the peninsula, followed by a wine tasting at a beautiful wine estate. Enjoy the waters of the Garonne River and the Gironde Estuary before heading to the pretty town of Pauillac, gateway to the storied Médoc wine route, the Atlantic coast and remnants of the Atlantic Wall erected during WWII.

Featured Excursions: Choice of Médoc châteaux route with exclusive wine tasting or Bunker Archaeology tour.

Back Onboard: Tonight, you’ll hear a fascinating lecture titled “Aquitaine: Three rivers, one ocean, and a unique land.”

DAY 10: CADILLAC b BB L DThe French phrase “la douceur de vivre” is an accurate description for your time in Cadillac, known for its deliciously flavored dessert wines. Meet a local Sauternes producer and visit a 14th-century fortress.

Featured Excursion: Sauternes vineyards with exclusive artisanal wine tasting at Château de Cazeneuve.

DAY 11: BLAYE BOURG LIBOURNE b BB L D

The Route de la Corniche Fleurie…could this be the most beautiful road you’ve ever traveled? Find out today on the drive to Blaye Fortress, passing through one impossibly picturesque hamlet after another, with many natural wonders and exotic flowers (brought here by local sea captains) all along the way.

Featured Excursions: Choice of scenic drive along the Route de la Corniche Fleurie with Blaye Fortress and “Let’s Go” bike tour Corniche Fleurie.

Back Onboard: This evening, you’ll revel in a cooking demonstration of cannelé, a French pastry infused with rum and vanilla.

DAY 12: LIBOURNE (SAINT-ÉMILION) b BB L D

The medieval town of Saint-Émilion is an ideal place to linger. Wander its cobblestone lanes lined with wine shops and bakeries, and stop to admire the amazing rock-hewn church that extends beneath the city’s streets. Another treasure awaiting you underground? A wine tasting in the cellars of a Grand Cru estate. With Libourne as your base, travel to nearby Saint-Émilion and immerse yourself more deeply in

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CRUISE SNAPSHOT

40 MealsIncluding 2 Welcome Dinners and 2 Farewell Dinners

CRUISE START DATES

7 UNESCO Heritage Sites

24 Included Excursions

1 Exclusive Experience

Mar 24, 31Apr 07, 14, 21, 28May 05, 12, 19, 26Jun 02, 09, 16, 23, 30Jul 07, 14, 21, 28Aug 04, 11, 18, 25Sep 01, 08, 15, 22, 29Oct 06

Mar 31Apr 07, 14, 21, 28May 05, 12, 19, 26Jun 02, 9, 16, 23, 30Jul 07, 14, 21, 28Aug 04, 11, 18, 25Sep 01, 08, 15, 22, 29

Paris to BordeauxS.S. Joie de Vivre &S.S. Royale

Bordeaux to ParisS.S. Royale &S.S. Joie de Vivre

14 Nights Cruising

Pre-Cruise Extension3-Day Paris

Additional fees apply.Visit Uniworld.com/Extensions for pricing.

GENERATIONS CRUISE DATES‡

Jul 21, 28Aug 04

Jul 14, 21, 28

Paris to BordeauxS.S. Joie de Vivre & S.S. Royale

Bordeaux to ParisS.S. Royale &S.S. Joie de Vivre

CONNOISSEUR COLLECTION DATES

Apr 14May 12Jun 09

Bordeaux to ParisS.S. Royale &S.S. Joie de Vivre

Jul 07Aug 18

*Giverny will be closed during March and November cruise departure dates.

**Golf excursion is open to a limited number of golfers.

†Sailing this stretch of the Garonne depends on the tides. If it is not possible to sail to Cadillac, you will be transferred to your destination via motorcoach.

‡Generations Program is only available on the S.S. Joie de Vivre portion of this itinerary.

the region’s history and wine culture.

Featured Excursion: Saint-Émilion walking discovery tour with wine tasting.

Explore: Today in Libourne you have endless opportunities to get active. Bike, canoe or even take a helicopter ride over Libourne Lake. Plus, we’ve even arranged a golf outing for you, if you so choose.

DAY 13: LIBOURNE BORDEAUX b BB L DThe French insist that the key to their superb wines is the soil in which they’re grown, the terroir. That same terroir also makes for extraordinary produce—the foundation for the country’s acclaimed cuisine—as you’ll discover today at a local farmers’ market.

Featured Excursion: Libourne “Village Day” with farmers’ market.

Connoisseur Collection Highlight: “Connoisseur Collection” guests will enjoy a Bordeaux walking tour with a caviar tasting.

DAY 14: BORDEAUX (QUAI DESCHARTRONS) b BB L FDHow to spend your last day in Bordeaux? You have a wonderful selection of opportunities to see this magnificent place, whose seamless blend of classical and neoclassical architecture led to its being designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. “Do as the Locals Do” with a walking tour of the city, or venture out on a bicycle ride through the city. Either way, you’ll have an up-close and personal view of one of the world’s most bustling and dynamic cities.

Featured Excursions: Choice of “Do as the Locals Do” or “Let’s Go” biking in Bordeaux’ backstreets.

Your Call: In your free time today, we suggest a visit to the state-of-the-art La Cité du Vin, a museum where wine comes to life through interactive exhibits and more.

DAY 15: BORDEAUX (DISEMBARK)e b CB/BBDisembark 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 Bordeaux-Mérignac International Airport for your flight home.

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