Ultimate France
22 Days | Bordeaux to Arles
2023 | The perfect journey for those seeking the crème de la crème of France.
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Grand France
15 Days | Paris to Arles
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Ship Details
S.S. Joie de Vivre brings the “joy of living” to the rivers of France. Step aboard your floating pied-à-terre in France, featuring handcrafted furniture and fine antiques, original artwork, and signature accents inspired by 20th-century Parisian design from the Golden Twenties to the free-spirited Sixties, all blending seamlessly with modern conveniences.
Note: Designated suites provide triple-accommodation options. Adjoining staterooms are available; please inquire at the time of booking.
S.S. Joie de Vivre | Staterooms
Grand Suite stateroom (S.S. Joie de Vivre)
Grand Suite bathroom (S.S. Joie de Vivre)
Grand Suite bathroom (S.S. Joie de Vivre)
Grand Suite stateroom (S.S. Joie de Vivre)
Grand Suite (S.S. Joie de Vivre)
- 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
Suite (S.S. Joie de Vivre)
Suite (S.S. Joie de Vivre)
Suite (S.S. Joie de Vivre)
Suite (S.S. Joie de Vivre)
Suite (S.S. Joie de Vivre)
Suite (S.S. Joie de Vivre)
Suite (S.S. Joie de Vivre)
- 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
Deluxe French Balcony stateroom (S.S. Joie de Vivre)
Deluxe French Balcony stateroom (S.S. Joie de Vivre)
- 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 stateroom (S.S. Joie de Vivre)
French Balcony stateroom (S.S. Joie de Vivre)
French Balcony stateroom (S.S. Joie de Vivre)
French Balcony stateroom (S.S. Joie de Vivre)
- 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
Classic stateroom (S.S. Joie de Vivre)
Classic stateroom (S.S. Joie de Vivre)
Classic stateroom (S.S. Joie de Vivre)
- 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
Uniworld is committed to building a fleet of ships that represents the absolute best in luxury river cruising, combining quality craftsmanship with high-tech innovations and custom-designed interiors. Our second Super Ship, S.S. Catherine, continues this proud tradition of excellence with sumptuous materials and meticulous attention to detail. The vessel’s opulent interiors include a two-story lobby with a specially commissioned Murano glass chandelier and whimsical life-size glass horse.
Deluxe Balcony staterooms and Suites on the Camargue Deck have open-air balconies that, with the touch of a button, will raise the glass to create a completely enclosed conservatory. Designated suites provide triple accommodation options. Adjoining staterooms are available; please inquire at the time of booking.
S.S. Catherine | Staterooms
Grand Suite bathroom (S.S. Catherine)
Grand Suite (S.S. Catherine)
- Lavishly appointed riverview Grand Suite (410 sq ft - 38 sq m) with an open-air balcony
- Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closets, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center and separate spacious living room
- Marble bathroom includes Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmers, backlit magnifying mirror, heated mirror, comfortable bathrobes and slippers, a separate rain shower and tub, and a secluded toilet and bidet area
- 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 arrival; shoe shine; and free laundry service
Suite (S.S. Catherine)
Suite (S.S. Catherine)
Suite (S.S. Catherine)
Suite (S.S. Catherine)
Suite (S.S. Catherine)
Suite (S.S. Catherine)
Suite (S.S. Catherine)
Suite (S.S. Catherine)
Suite (S.S. Catherine)
- Lavishly appointed riverview suite (305 sq ft - 28.3 sq m) with an open-air balcony
- Grand Suites include handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closets, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat and flat-screen TV with infotainment center
- Triple accommodation option available. The sofa converts into a comfortable bed to accommodate a third person
- Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, comfortable bathrobes and slippers, a rain shower and tub, backlit magnifying mirror, heated mirror and a secluded toilet area
- 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
Deluxe Balcony stateroom (S.S. Catherine)
Deluxe Balcony stateroom (S.S. Catherine)
- Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom (194 sq ft - 18 sq m) with open-air balcony
- Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center
- Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, heated mirror, backlit magnifying mirror, comfortable bathrobes and slippers
French Balcony stateroom (S.S. Catherine)
French Balcony stateroom (S.S. Catherine)
- Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom (194 sq ft - 18 sq m) with a French balcony
- Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center
- Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, heated mirror, backlit magnifying mirror, comfortable bathrobes and slippers
Classic stateroom (S.S. Catherine)
Classic stateroom (S.S. Catherine)
- Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom (162 sq ft - 15 sq m)
- Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center
- Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, heated mirror, backlit magnifying mirror, comfortable bathrobes and slippers
