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Women-Only River Cruise: Burgundy & Provence

Aug 24 - 31, 2025

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Cruise the Rhône and Saône rivers, enjoying the region’s incomparable wine and cuisine and discovering its many treasures. Stroll the very streets of Arles made famous by Van Gogh. Visit Avignon’s majestic Palace of the Popes. Experience “Village Day” in enchanting Viviers. And for those who wish for a more active exploration of the area, you can hike the vineyards of the Rhône and pedal through Lyon, a city designed with bike riders in mind. Explore unforgettable “Burgundy & Provence” where tradition is as deeply rooted as the historic grapevines on the hills.

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Optional Pre and Post Cruise Excursions

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  • Mediterranean Cassis Post-Cruise Extension - double occupancy - 3 day tour - Aug. 31 - Sept. 2

    Aug 31, 12:00AM

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    $2,099.00

    Mediterranean Cassis Post-Cruise Extension Start or end your Uniworld experience with a three-day adventure to Cassis, the “jewel of the water’s edge.” Sunny, scenic, and situated right on the Mediterranean coast, this beautiful fishing port is the u...

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  • Mediterranean Cassis Post-Cruise Extension - single occupancy - 3 day tour - Aug. 31 - Sept. 2

    Aug 31, 12:00AM

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    $2,998.00

    Mediterranean Cassis Post-Cruise Extension Start or end your Uniworld experience with a three-day adventure to Cassis, the “jewel of the water’s edge.” Sunny, scenic, and situated right on the Mediterranean coast, this beautiful fishing port is the u...

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  • Mediterranean Cassis Pre-Cruise Extension - double occupancy - 3 day tour - Aug. 22 - 24

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    $2,099.00

    Mediterranean Cassis Pre-Cruise Extension Start or end your Uniworld experience with a three-day adventure to Cassis, the “jewel of the water’s edge.” Sunny, scenic, and situated right on the Mediterranean coast, this beautiful fishing port is the ul...

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  • Mediterranean Cassis Pre-Cruise Extension - single occupancy - 3 day tour - Aug. 22 - 24

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    $2,998.00

    Mediterranean Cassis Pre-Cruise Extension Start or end your Uniworld experience with a three-day adventure to Cassis, the “jewel of the water’s edge.” Sunny, scenic, and situated right on the Mediterranean coast, this beautiful fishing port is the ul...

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  • Paris Post-Cruise Extension - double occupancy - 3 day tour - Aug. 31 - Sept 2

    $1,299 / person

    Paris Post-Cruise Extension August 31 - Sept. 2, 2025 No visit to France would be complete without seeing the city that is widely regarded as the most beautiful in the world—Paris. Nothing compares to the charm of its neighborhoods, the grandeur of i...

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  • Paris Post-Cruise Extension - single occupancy - 3 day tour

    $1,299 / person

    Paris Post-Cruise Extension August 31 - Sept. 2, 2025 No visit to France would be complete without seeing the city that is widely regarded as the most beautiful in the world—Paris. Nothing compares to the charm of its neighborhoods, the grandeur of i...

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  • Athens Post-Cruise Extension - single occupancy - 4 day tour

    Athens Post-Cruise Extension A trip to delight any Classicist, culinary enthusiast, or simply the culturally curious, this 4-day stay in Athens offers a brief and wonderful taste of Greece’s famous capital city. Your luxury hotel in a sought-after ar...

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  • Athens Post-Cruise Extension - double occupancy - 4 day tour

    Athens Post-Cruise Extension A trip to delight any Classicist, culinary enthusiast, or simply the culturally curious, this 4-day stay in Athens offers a brief and wonderful taste of Greece’s famous capital city. Your luxury hotel in a sought-after ar...

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  • Athens & Santorini Post-Cruise Extension - double occupancy - 6 day tour

    $3,999.00

    Athens & Santorini Post-Cruise Extension From ancient wonders to sun-kissed island vistas, Greece makes for one truly extraordinary travel destination. Split your stay between Athens and Santorini, each rich in history, culture, excellent cuisine...

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  • Athens & Santorini Post-Cruise Extension - single occupancy - 6 day tour

    $3,999.00

    Athens & Santorini Post-Cruise Extension From ancient wonders to sun-kissed island vistas, Greece makes for one truly extraordinary travel destination. Split your stay between Athens and Santorini, each rich in history, culture, excellent cuisine...

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Day 1 · Sun, Aug 24 · Arles, France

About Your Cruise Line - UNIWORLD Boutique River Cruises

Leading the Way since 1976

We were the first American company to set sail in Europe, and we’ve been revolutionizing the landscape of river cruising ever since. With more experience than practically any other line on the rivers, we spent our time developing deep local connections, destination expertise, and the most incredible crew in the industry. Over the years we’ve grown to offer unparalleled itineraries on the rivers of Europe, Egypt, India, Southeast Asia, and...

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About Your Ship - S.S. Catherine

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™ vessel, the 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...

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Arles

Aug 24

Arrive at the Marseille Airport. If your cruise package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the ship docked in Arles.

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Choose your stateroom

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  • Classic Stateroom - double occupancy - must pay in full to get this discounted price - $3599.00

    Aug 24 - 31, 2025

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    $3,599.00

    Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom (162 sq ft - 15 sq m) with handcrafted Savoir Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center. The marble bathroom features Asprey bath and body...

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  • Classic Stateroom - single occupancy - must pay in full to get this discounted price - $4839.00 Price includes travel protection

    Aug 24 - 31, 2025

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    $4,839.00

    Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom (162 sq ft - 15 sq m) with handcrafted Savoir Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center. The marble bathroom features Asprey bath and body...

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  • French Balcony Stateroom - double occupancy - must pay in full to get this discounted price - $5849.00

    Aug 24 - 31, 2025

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    $5,849.00

    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 bat...

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  • French Balcony Stateroom - single occupancy - must pay in full to get this discounted price - $10,079.00

    Aug 24 - 31, 2025

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    $10,079.00

    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 bat...

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  • Deluxe Balcony Stateroom - double occupancy - must pay in full to get this discounted price - $6299.00

    Aug 24 - 31, 2025

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    $6,299.00

    Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom (194 sq ft - 18 sq m) with an enclosed balcony featuring floor-to-ceiling windows. The stateroom includes handcrafted Savoir Beds of England, a built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, and a fla...

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  • Deluxe Balcony Stateroom - single occupancy - must pay in full to get this discounted price - $10.799.00

    Aug 24 - 31, 2025

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    $10,799.00

    Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom (194 sq ft - 18 sq m) with an enclosed balcony featuring floor-to-ceiling windows. The stateroom includes handcrafted Savoir Beds of England, a built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, and a fla...

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Insurance - you cannot add Uniworld's travel protection policy after you purchase your stateroom

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  • Yes, please add travel protection insurance - strongly recommended

    Aug 24, 12:00AM

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  • I decline travel insurance protection

    Aug 24, 12:00AM

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Day 2 · Mon, Aug 25 · Arles, France

Arles

Aug 25

Explore a sun-drenched Provençal town today with an allure all its own. Known for its remarkable Roman ruins, Arles so inspired Van Gogh that he painted some 200 paintings there. Arles has existed since the sixth century BC, when the ancient Greeks f...

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Arles Walking Tour

Featured Excursion: Arles Walking Tour Van Gogh paid tribute to Arles’ atmospheric beauty in some 200 paintings, including Starry Night Over the Rhône. It’s an ancient city boasting a remarkable collection of Roman ruins; among them are a theater w...

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Day 3 · Tue, Aug 26 · Avignon, France

Avignon

Aug 26

The walled city of Avignon is one of the most fascinating towns in southern France, with a host of historic gems to explore—including the fortress residence of rebellious popes who broke from Rome and once lived and ruled here. You’ll see the Palace ...

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  • Avignon Walking Tour with Palace of the Popes

    Aug 26, 9:00AM

    Experience the rich history of Avignon on this walking tour, where you'll explore the charming cafés and lively street performers in Clock Tower Square, a site that has evolved from a 15th-century siege to a vibrant cultural hub. Discover the medieva...

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  • Pont du Gard Roman Aqueduct Visit

    Aug 26, 2:00AM

    In the middle of the first century, Roman engineers responded to Nîmes’s need for water to fill its baths, fountains, and pools by building a 30-mile-long aqueduct from Uzès to Nîmes—which required transporting Uzès springwater over the River Gardon....

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  • Châteauneuf-du-Pape Wine Tasting

    Aug 26, 12:00AM

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    $90.00

    Experience a highly celebrated appellation in the Châteauneuf-du-Pape region, known for producing exceptional wines. This 3-hour wine tasting activity includes a visit to one of the renowned wineries in the district, where a sommelier will greet you ...

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  • Cooking Lesson at La Mirande

    Aug 26, 10:00AM

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    $260.00

    Don't miss the chance to stroll through Avignon's famous covered market, which always displays the best of local produce as well as seafood and such Provencal specialties as lavender and textiles, and learn how to put that produce to use at a famous ...

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  • Let´s Go Kayak Ride on the Gardon River

    Aug 26, 9:00AM

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    $65.00

    Slather on some sunscreen and plan to get wet as you spend a couple of fun and relaxing hours on the clear, tranquil waters of the Gardon. Accompanied by a soundtrack of chirping cicadas, you'll paddle along the river, spotting trout and water birds ...

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Day 4 · Wed, Aug 27 · Viviers, France

Viviers

Aug 27

An enchanting village where time seems to have stopped centuries ago, Viviers has a long and storied past that goes back more than 1,600 years—and a splendid architectural heritage to match. At one time, Viviers was divided along religious lines—the ...

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Excursions

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  • Village Day: Ardèches

    Aug 27, 9:00AM

    Experience the charm of Viviers, where sycamores line the stone-paved streets, historically planted for shade. A local expert will guide you through the Old Town, showcasing fountain squares that reflect Roman and medieval influences, and narrow cobb...

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  • Truffle Farm and Village of Grignan Tour

    Aug 27, 9:00AM

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    €80,00

    Experience the beauty of the Provençal countryside as you visit the medieval village of Grignan, known for its stunning Renaissance châteaux. This 5-hour tour includes a visit to a family-owned truffle farm where you'll taste the exquisite 'black dia...

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Day 5 · Thu, Aug 28 · Tain-l'Hermitage, France

Tain-l'Hermitage

Aug 28

If you love fine wine, you’ll love the twin villages of Tournon and Tain-l’Hermitage. Tournon may be a small town, but stirring events took place here: A castle was raised on the hilltop in the 10th century to protect the region, and new fortificatio...

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  • Tournon and Tain-l’Hermitage Twin Villages Stroll with Wine Tasting

    Aug 28, 2:00AM

    Nestled on opposite sides of the river in the heart of the Côtes du Rhône, the twin cities of Tournon and Tain-l’Hermitage are an ideal destination for connoisseurs of fine wine. Cross the pretty flower-decked Marc Seguin suspension bridge to Tain-l’...

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  • Hermitage Terrace Vineyards Hike with Wine Tasting

    Aug 28, 12:00AM

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  • Premium Wine Tasting on the Hermitage Hill

    Aug 28, 10:00AM

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    $250.00

    Embark on a drive through Tain-l'Hermitage and up to its hilltop vineyards for an excellent vista overlooking rows upon rows of neatly arranged vines, the river, and the village below. At the very top of the hill, you'll discover that the wines produ...

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Day 6 · Fri, Aug 29 · Lyon, France

Lyon

Aug 29

Ancient Lyon is a city of tantalizing contrasts, from Roman roots to stunning modern architecture and plenty of Renaissance flair in between. There's much to explore here, from the city's bike paths to the silk weavers' secret passageways. While you'...

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  • Lyon Panoramic Tour with Traboules Visit

    Aug 29, 9:00AM

    You'll fall in love with Lyon today as you take in the view from the top of Fourvière Hill, where a magnificent cathedral rises above the city. Take in the view below, noting the splendid façades of Renaissance houses. You'll get a sense of how the c...

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  • Silk Weavers Walking Tour

    Aug 29, 2:00AM

    Lyon’s history is entwined with silk, which dominated the city’s economy for centuries—at one time, almost a third of the city’s population were silk weavers. Jump on a tram and head into the historic Saint-Jean Quarter, part of the UNESCO-honored Ol...

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  • Lyon Peninsula Bike Tour

    Aug 29, 9:00AM

    Get out and about with a bike ride along the river. Lyon boasts a thriving bike-rental scene, which tells you just how popular this mode of transportation is—you will definitely have two-wheeled company as you pedal along the banks of the Rhône on a ...

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Day 7 · Sat, Aug 30 · Mâcon, France

Mâcon

Aug 30

The pace of life is decidedly more relaxed in Burgundy, where endless rows of grapes hang heavy on the vine. The capital of the region’s wine trade, Beaune is renowned for its history, beauty, and highly prized wine, as well as its medieval-era hospi...

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  • Burgundy Landscapes, Beaune, and the Hospices

    Aug 30, 12:00AM

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  • Château de Rully Wine Tasting & Lunch

    Aug 30, 10:00AM

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    $145.00

    Drive through picturesque hamlets and pristine vineyards to a Burgundy wine estate, where you'll meet the owners and indulge in a lunch showcasing regional specialties. You'll also enjoy a tasting that will bring to life the delicate flavors of south...

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Day 8 · Sun, Aug 31 · Lyon, France

Lyon

Aug 31

Disembark the ship. If your cruise package includes a group departure transfer or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport for your flight home. Alternatively, you can continue your adv...

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