Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has announced the newest addition to its popular “Holiday Collection” for the 2025 season: the new “Magical Parisian Holiday” itinerary along the Seine. The seven-night holiday-themed journey will set sail round-trip from Paris aboard the S.S. Joie de Vivre, taking guests to the French countryside during the holiday season. Guests can enjoy visits to decorated châteaux, festive French Christmas markets and curated shopping experiences.
The “Magical Parisian Holiday” sailing begins in Paris, where guests will then travel to Versailles for a private tour, including access to secret apartments typically closed to the public. The sailing will stop in various cities throughout the French countryside, with itinerary highlights including a walking tour of Rouen, home to Monet’s studio; a visit to the Normandy Cider Farm; a private choral performance in Rouen Cathedral; and a “Make Travel Matter” experience with a local family working to preserve a traditional style of broom weaving. Other standouts include a private reception at Château de Bizy and a Uniworld-only event at Château le Vaux le Vicomte, the inspiration for Versailles. Uniworld guests will explore various Christmas markets in Paris and the countryside where they can sample vin chaud (French mulled wine) and browse Christmas decorations, regional produce and specialties from all over the country.
The S.S. Joie de Vivre can accommodate up to 128 guests and includes a spa and wellness center, bar and entertainment venue, Parisian-style “sidewalk café” and a show kitchen, where guests can pre-book a time to prepare a seven-course meal under the guidance of Uniworld’s chef. For this special holiday sailing, guests can look forward to festive decor, cuisine and drinks onboard the ship. Like all Uniworld cruises, this sailing is inclusive of all meals, beverages and excursions outside of “Masterpiece Collection” options.
The “Magical Parisian Holiday” sailing joins a growing list of new offerings for 2025, including six additional European itineraries, themed voyages such as the “Women-Only Cruise,” the inaugural sailing of the S.S. Elisabeth, and more. The itinerary will have four departures in both 2025 and 2026, beginning in November to coincide with the holiday season.
For more information, visit www.uniworld.com.
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