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Ultimate France (2024) (Bordeaux to Arles, 2024)

22 days
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From Bordeaux to Arles
4.7
86 traveler reviews
Ultimate France (2024) (Bordeaux to Arles, 2024) - Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection

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  • River Cruise
  • Group
  • Fully Guided
  • Historical
Operator
Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 130
Age range 16 to 100

Places You’ll See

  • Bordeaux
    Bordeaux
  • Saint-Emilion
    Saint-Emilion
  • Paris
    Paris
  • Rouen
    Rouen
  • Honfleur
    Honfleur
  • Normandy Beach
    Normandy Beach
  • Versailles
    Versailles
  • Lyon
    Lyon
  • Beaune
    Beaune
  • Tournon-sur-Rhone
    Tournon-sur-Rhone
  • Tain-l’Hermitage
    Tain-l’Hermitage
  • Viviers
    Viviers
  • Avignon
    Avignon
  • Arles
    Arles
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Highlights

  • Explore the Palace of Versailles' secret rooms
  • Taste fine wines in the Médoc region
  • Stroll through Monet's inspiring gardens
  • Discover ancient and modern Lyon
  • Visit the historic popes' Palace in Avignon

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Bordeaux (Embark)
  2. Day 2 Cadillac
  3. Day 3 Cussac Fort Médoc
  4. Day 4 Blaye, Bourg sur Gironde
  5. Day 5 Libourne (Saint-Émilion)
  6. Day 6 Libourne, Bordeaux
  7. Day 7 Bordeaux
  8. Day 8 Bordeaux (Disembark), Transfer to Paris via High-Speed TGV Train (Embark)
  9. Day 9 La Roche-Guyon, Vernon, Giverny
  10. Day 10 Rouen
  11. Day 11 Caudebec-en-Caux (Honfleur or Étretat)
  12. Day 12 Rouen (Normandy Beaches)
  13. Day 13 Mantes-la-Jolie (Versailles)
  14. Day 14 Paris
  15. Day 15 Paris (Disembark), Transfer to Lyon via High-Speed TGV Train (Embark)
  16. Day 16 Lyon
  17. Day 17 Mâcon (Beaune)
  18. Day 18 Tain-l’Hermitage (Tournon)
  19. Day 19 Viviers
  20. Day 20 Avignon
  21. Day 21 Arles
  22. Day 22 Arles (Disembark)
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
    TourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Operated by

Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection

4.7
(86 reviews)

Number of tours

142

Age Range

16 to 100 years old

Response time

within 3 days

Response rate

90%

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Sustainability Initiatives

Reduce Carbon Emissions

Animal Welfare

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Cancellation Policy

A transparent overview of applicable fees.

Travel Insurance

Be covered for any unforseen circumstances.

Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection Ship

  • S.S. Bon Voyage
    S.S. Bon Voyage
    We are excited to announce that after an extensive full-ship renovation, the River Royale will reemerge as the S.S. Bon Voyage in Spring… Read more
    Built
    2006 (Refurbished in 2019)
    Guests
    124
    Crew
    50
    Length
    110 m / 361 ft
    Beam
    11 m / 36 ft
    Cruising Speed
    13 kn / 24 kph / 15 mph
    Staterooms / SuitesDeck PlansDining

Customer Reviews

  • sabine
    · August 4th, 2024
    Well looked after all the way around...attention to detail requests were attended to with pleasure. Interesting stops along the way...great information on the tours. Very well organised. Loved the food and the whole experience
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  • Jerome
    · April 5th, 2024
    The ship, staff, food and hospitality experience were first class. Little touches like free transfers to airport, free self-serve laundry, and the all inclusive 24/7 aspect of the ship were added benefits. Overall a great experience.
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  • Marta
    · October 21st, 2023
    Wonderful trip! Staff on the boat were always polite, helpful and accommodating. Excusion guides were very knowledgeable. Excusions were fun. Overall, the trip was well organized and managed from start to finish.
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Dates & Availability

22 days
Ultimate France (2024) (Bordeaux to Arles, 2024)
From Bordeaux to Arles

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    • For any tour departing before September 4th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after September 4th, 2025, a minimum payment of $455 is required to confirm your booking with Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 125 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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