Cruise & Rail: Paris to Istanbul
From $25,298 per person
14 days
Ship: S.S. Joie de Vivre
UNIWORLD Boutique River Cruises
14 days, 13 nights.
Journey summary
- Day 1 - Paris (Embark)
- Day 2 - La Roche-Guyon, Vernon, Giverny
- Day 3 - Rouen
- Day 4 - Caudebec-en-Caux (Honfleur or Étretat)
- Day 5 - Rouen (Normandy Beaches)
- Day 6 - Mantes-la-Jolie (Versailles)
- Day 7 - Paris
- Day 8 - Paris (Disembark), Transfer to Train (Embark), Champagne
- Day 9 - Vienna
- Day 10 - Vienna, Postojna
- Day 11 - Belgrade
- Day 12 - Sofia
- Day 13 - Istanbul (Disembark)
- Day 14 - Istanbul
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The cruise fare is identical whether you book direct with UNIWORLD Boutique River Cruises or by Small Ship Travel. Cruise lines set their fares, and they do not discount them for direct bookings. Loyalty Program members earn 2% to 5% credit per booking, in addition to any rewards from the cruise line, and points carry across every cruise line we book.
| Book Direct | Book by Small Ship Travel | |
|---|---|---|
| The cruise fare | From $25,298 per person | From $25,298 per person. The fare is the fare. |
| Loyalty credit | The line's own program | 2–5% credit earned per booking for members, in addition to any rewards you receive from the cruise line* |
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The S.S. Joie de Vivre.
Sail the world in unparalleled luxury aboard the S.S. Joie de Vivre, a masterpiece of design and comfort.
S.S. Joie de Vivre brings a touch of Parisian charm to the rivers of France. Designed to reflect the elegance of 20th-century Paris, this floating retreat welcomes you with handcrafted furniture, beautiful artwork, and fine antiques. Every detail feels thoughtfully chosen, from the luxurious fabrics to accents from Europe’s renowned design houses. Blending classic sophistication with modern comforts, this ship offers a warm and stylish haven as you explore France's most scenic rivers. Expect impeccable attention to detail and an experience rooted in timeless elegance and refined comfort.
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