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Grand France (2026) - Arles to Paris

A meticulously planned itinerary tailor-made for the culturally curious.

Summary:

For Francophiles in love with the culture, history, cuisine, and romance of France, this grand voyage is a dream come true. Soak up the joie de vivre that makes France one of the most adored countries in the world.

Duration
15 Days
Cities
9
Next Departure
05-Apr-2026
Starting at
± EUR 8,514.00
Price per day
± EUR 620.00

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  • Ship Route
  • Map, Destinations
  • Uniworld
Operator
Uniworld
Ship
S.S. Joie de Vivre
Tour
Grand France (2026) - Arles to Paris
Sub-Title
A meticulously planned itinerary tailor-made for the culturally curious.
Travel Quality
Luxury Tour

Summary

For Francophiles in love with the culture, history, cuisine, and romance of France, this grand voyage is a dream come true. Soak up the joie de vivre that makes France one of the most adored countries in the world.

Map: Grand France (2026) - Arles to Paris (Uniworld)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1.
Arles (Embark)
Day 2.
Arles
Day 3.
Avignon
Day 4.
Viviers
Day 5.
Tain-L’Hermitage (Tournon)
Day 6.
Lyon
Day 7.
Mâcon (Beaune)
Day 8.
Lyon (Disembark), Transfer To Paris Via High-Speed...
Day 9.
La Roche-Guyon, Vernon, Giverny
Day 10.
Rouen
Day 11.
Caudebec-En-Caux (Honfleur Or Étretat)
Day 12.
Rouen (Normandy Beaches)
Day 13.
Mantes-La-Jolie (Versailles)
Day 14.
Paris
Day 15.
Paris (Disembark)

Ports of call (9): Arles, Avignon, Honfleur, Lyon, Macon, Marseille, Paris, Rouen, Versailles

Details

For Francophiles in love with the culture, history, cuisine, and romance of France, this grand voyage is a dream come true. Soak up the joie de vivre that makes France one of the most adored countries in the world.

Experience France from north to south, sailing three rivers and embarking upon in-depth shore excursions. Walk through Monet’s beloved Giverny, seeing the enchanting grounds that he made famous; travel back in time and enjoy a Village day in charming Viviers; visit Lyon’s famous secret passageways, the Traboules; and have a chance to golf high above the cliffs of Étretat—one of the most spectacular courses in France.

From the beaches of Normandy and the verve and romance of Paris to the sun-drenched vistas of Burgundy and Provence, this itinerary in France is truly sans pareil!

Grand France is a combination of Paris & Normandy and Burgundy & Provence.

Ship Information

Ship Name
S.S. Joie de Vivre
Ship Type
River Cruise Premium (Luxury)
Max. Passengers
128

Travel Package

 

Coming from

 

Going to

Cruise...

Arles

Arrow Going To

Paris

River CruisesThis is an Organised River Cruise: you will eat and sleep on-board of the ship. The cruise operator set the itinerary, the destinations, duration and departure dates as well as the price per cabin type/deck. Excursions and activities can be included or optional. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.

Tour Variations

Grand France (2025) - Arles to Paris

Grand France (2025) - Arles to Paris (15 Days)

For Francophiles in love with the culture, history, cuisine, and romance of France, this grand voyage is a dream come true. Soak up the joie de vivre that makes France one of the most adored countries in the world.

Next Departure: 18-May-2025
Starting at: ± EUR 8,880.00

Grand France (2025) - Paris to Arles

Grand France (2025) - Paris to Arles (15 Days)

For Francophiles in love with the culture, history, cuisine, and romance of France, this grand voyage is a dream come true. Soak up the joie de vivre that makes France one of the most adored countries in the world.

Next Departure: 04-May-2025
Starting at: ± EUR 8,148.00

Grand France (2026) - Paris to Arles

Grand France (2026) - Paris to Arles (15 Days)

For Francophiles in love with the culture, history, cuisine, and romance of France, this grand voyage is a dream come true. Soak up the joie de vivre that makes France one of the most adored countries in the world.

Next Departure: 22-Mar-2026
Starting at: ± EUR 7,324.00

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