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S.S. Joie de Vivre

Overview

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.

Suites

Grand Suite 4
Grand Suite GRANDSTE

410 sq ft · sleeps 3

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Suite 5
Suite SUITE

305 sq ft · sleeps 3

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Deluxe French Balcony 1
Deluxe French Balcony DLXFRNCH

194 sq ft · sleeps 2

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Grand Suite
Grand Suite
Grand Suite
Grand Suite

Grand Suite

GRANDSTE 410 sq ft Sleeps 3
Floorplan
DoubleSofa BedShowerBathToiletries ProvidedTVSafeHair DryerRoom Service AvailableTelephoneDeskLounge AreaSuite BenefitsFree Mini BarButler ServiceMedia/Entertainment StationCoffee MachineAir Conditioning

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

Butler service, such as packing and unpacking assistance, shoe shining, complimentary laundry service, and in-room breakfast delivery

In-room treats: fresh fruits and treats from your pastry chef delivered daily, a complimentary menu of specialty snacks and cocktails, Nespresso coffees and fine teas, a fully stocked mini bar, and a bottle of wine upon arrival

Suite
Suite
Suite
Suite
Suite

Suite

SUITE 305 sq ft Sleeps 3
Floorplan
DoubleSofa BedShowerToiletries ProvidedTVSafeHair DryerRoom Service AvailableTelephoneDeskLounge AreaVanity AreaSuite BenefitsFree Mini BarButler ServiceMedia/Entertainment StationCoffee MachineAir Conditioning

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

Butler service, such as packing and unpacking assistance, shoe shining, complimentary laundry service, and in-room breakfast delivery

In-room treats: fresh fruits and treats from your pastry chef delivered daily, a complimentary menu of specialty snacks and cocktails, Nespresso coffees and fine teas, a fully stocked mini bar, and a bottle of wine upon arrival

Deluxe French Balcony

Deluxe French Balcony

DLXFRNCH 194 sq ft Sleeps 2
Floorplan
DoubleShowerToiletries ProvidedTVSafeHair DryerRoom Service AvailableTelephoneDeskVanity AreaMedia/Entertainment StationAir Conditioning

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 3
French Balcony FRNCH

194 sq ft · sleeps 2

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French Balcony A 3
French Balcony A FRNCHA

194 sq ft · sleeps 2

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French Balcony B 3
French Balcony B FRNCHB

194 sq ft · sleeps 2

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French Balcony
French Balcony
French Balcony

French Balcony

FRNCH 194 sq ft Sleeps 2
Floorplan
DoubleShowerToiletries ProvidedTVSafeHair DryerRoom Service AvailableTelephoneDeskVanity AreaMedia/Entertainment StationAir Conditioning

Please note this category is only available for 2026 sailings.

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 A
French Balcony A
French Balcony A

French Balcony A

FRNCHA 194 sq ft Sleeps 2
Floorplan
DoubleVanity AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTVSafeHair DryerTelephoneDeskAir Conditioning

Please note this category is only available for 2027 & 2028 sailings.

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 B
French Balcony B
French Balcony B

French Balcony B

FRNCHB 194 sq ft Sleeps 2
Floorplan
DoubleVanity AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTVSafeHair DryerTelephoneDeskAir Conditioning

Please note this category is only available for 2027 & 2028 sailings.

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 2
Classic CLASSIC

162–180 sq ft · sleeps 2

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Classic
Classic

Classic

CLASSIC 162–180 sq ft Sleeps 2
Floorplan
DoubleShowerToiletries ProvidedTVSafeHair DryerRoom Service AvailableTelephoneDeskVanity AreaMedia/Entertainment StationAir Conditioning

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

Note: windows in these staterooms are situated at the water line

Grand Suite
Grand Suite
Grand Suite
Grand Suite
Grand Suite GRANDSTE

410 sq ft · sleeps 3

Floorplan
DoubleSofa BedShowerBathToiletries ProvidedTVSafeHair DryerRoom Service AvailableTelephoneDeskLounge AreaSuite BenefitsFree Mini BarButler ServiceMedia/Entertainment StationCoffee MachineAir Conditioning

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

Butler service, such as packing and unpacking assistance, shoe shining, complimentary laundry service, and in-room breakfast delivery

In-room treats: fresh fruits and treats from your pastry chef delivered daily, a complimentary menu of specialty snacks and cocktails, Nespresso coffees and fine teas, a fully stocked mini bar, and a bottle of wine upon arrival

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Suite
Suite
Suite
Suite
Suite
Suite SUITE

305 sq ft · sleeps 3

Floorplan
DoubleSofa BedShowerToiletries ProvidedTVSafeHair DryerRoom Service AvailableTelephoneDeskLounge AreaVanity AreaSuite BenefitsFree Mini BarButler ServiceMedia/Entertainment StationCoffee MachineAir Conditioning

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

Butler service, such as packing and unpacking assistance, shoe shining, complimentary laundry service, and in-room breakfast delivery

In-room treats: fresh fruits and treats from your pastry chef delivered daily, a complimentary menu of specialty snacks and cocktails, Nespresso coffees and fine teas, a fully stocked mini bar, and a bottle of wine upon arrival

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Deluxe French Balcony
Deluxe French Balcony DLXFRNCH

194 sq ft · sleeps 2

Floorplan
DoubleShowerToiletries ProvidedTVSafeHair DryerRoom Service AvailableTelephoneDeskVanity AreaMedia/Entertainment StationAir Conditioning

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

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French Balcony
French Balcony
French Balcony
French Balcony FRNCH

194 sq ft · sleeps 2

Floorplan
DoubleShowerToiletries ProvidedTVSafeHair DryerRoom Service AvailableTelephoneDeskVanity AreaMedia/Entertainment StationAir Conditioning

Please note this category is only available for 2026 sailings.

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

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French Balcony A
French Balcony A
French Balcony A
French Balcony A FRNCHA

194 sq ft · sleeps 2

Floorplan
DoubleVanity AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTVSafeHair DryerTelephoneDeskAir Conditioning

Please note this category is only available for 2027 & 2028 sailings.

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

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French Balcony B
French Balcony B
French Balcony B
French Balcony B FRNCHB

194 sq ft · sleeps 2

Floorplan
DoubleVanity AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTVSafeHair DryerTelephoneDeskAir Conditioning

Please note this category is only available for 2027 & 2028 sailings.

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

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Classic
Classic
Classic CLASSIC

162–180 sq ft · sleeps 2

Floorplan
DoubleShowerToiletries ProvidedTVSafeHair DryerRoom Service AvailableTelephoneDeskVanity AreaMedia/Entertainment StationAir Conditioning

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

Note: windows in these staterooms are situated at the water line

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Dining

La Cave Des Vins 1
La Cave Des Vins French

Complimentary

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Le Bistrot 1
Le Bistrot French

Complimentary

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Le Restaurant Pigalle 3
Le Restaurant Pigalle Regional

Complimentary

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La Cave Des Vins

La Cave Des Vins

French Complimentary

Lovers of French food and wine can experience an exclusive epicurean event in our onboard show kitchen. Under the guidance of Uniworld’s talented chef, prepare an exquisite seven-course meal. Then relish your creation with wine pairings designed just for you by our Sommelier. Simply ask our Concierge to reserve your spot. Bon appetit!

Le Bistrot

Le Bistrot

French Complimentary

The ship's very own Parisian-style sidewalk café serves classic French cuisine. Designed with windows that lower for an open-air ambiance, Le Bistrot is a très bon spot to savor wrap-around views of the Seine.

Le Restaurant Pigalle
Le Restaurant Pigalle
Le Restaurant Pigalle

Le Restaurant Pigalle

Regional Complimentary

Le Restaurant Pigalle is located on Balzac Deck.

24-Hour Room Service 1
24-Hour Room Service Room

Complimentary

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24-Hour Room Service

24-Hour Room Service

Room Complimentary

Craving a bite in between breakfast, lunch or dinner? Inquire about 24-hour room service and à la carte menus. 

La Cave Des Vins
La Cave Des Vins French

Complimentary

Lovers of French food and wine can experience an exclusive epicurean event in our onboard show kitchen. Under the guidance of Uniworld’s talented chef, prepare an exquisite seven-course meal. Then relish your creation with wine pairings designed just for you by our Sommelier. Simply ask our Concierge to reserve your spot. Bon appetit!

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Le Bistrot
Le Bistrot French

Complimentary

The ship's very own Parisian-style sidewalk café serves classic French cuisine. Designed with windows that lower for an open-air ambiance, Le Bistrot is a très bon spot to savor wrap-around views of the Seine.

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Le Restaurant Pigalle
Le Restaurant Pigalle
Le Restaurant Pigalle
Le Restaurant Pigalle Regional

Complimentary

Le Restaurant Pigalle is located on Balzac Deck.

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24-Hour Room Service
24-Hour Room Service Room

Complimentary

Craving a bite in between breakfast, lunch or dinner? Inquire about 24-hour room service and à la carte menus. 

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Life on board

Claude's
Claude's Bar
Experience the magic each evening as Club L’Esprit transforms into Claude’s, a vibrant bar and entertainment venue. Claude’s glitzy and glamorous atmosphere is the perfect place to listen to local music, enjoy signature cocktails, or view a classic French film on select nights in an intimate cinema.
Salon Toulouse
Salon Toulouse Bar
Salon Toulouse can be found on Victor Hugo Deck
Information Desk
Information Desk Reception
The Information Desk can be found on Balzac Deck.
Reception
Reception Reception
Reception can be found on Balzac Deck.
Excursions
Excursions Excursions
Do As The Locals Do Whether we’re seeking local favorite treats or hopping on public trams to zip around town, these tours capture what it’s like to live in the destinations you visit. Private Experiences From visiting a museum without the crowds to an after-hours tour of a famous landmark, these included, once-in-a-lifetime experiences are arranged privately for Uniworld guests. Village Day On a Village Day, you’ll select from a few differ …
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Excursions

Do As The Locals Do

Whether we’re seeking local favorite treats or hopping on public trams to zip around town, these tours capture what it’s like to live in the destinations you visit.

Private Experiences

From visiting a museum without the crowds to an after-hours tour of a famous landmark, these included, once-in-a-lifetime experiences are arranged privately for Uniworld guests.

Village Day

On a Village Day, you’ll select from a few different ways to explore village life, often by diving into a cultural pastime or getting to know someone in town.

"Let's Go" Excursions
"Let's Go" Excursions Excursions
Our “Let’s Go” onshore program features guided walking, hiking, cycling, kayaking, golfing tours and more. Or, take one of our Brompton G-Line Bicycles or Nordic Walking Sticks and head out on your own adventure. Wherever your journey takes you, there will be many opportunities to get out and go.
Nights Out
Nights Out Excursions
From private after-hours tours of popular attractions to local nightlife experiences, this new line of included excursions will go the extra mile to bring you uniquely memorable moments on your all-inclusive, luxury river cruise.
Make Travel Matter®
Make Travel Matter® Local Experience
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences Travelling with Uniworld means you’re travelling with purpose—supporting sustainable tourism as well as local communities and wildlife. Our MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences take that even further, offering our guests opportunities to directly impact the communities we explore in a positive way. They are selected with great care using a proprietary assessment tool endorsed by industry experts, which ensures tha …
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Make Travel Matter®

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences

Travelling with Uniworld means you’re travelling with purpose—supporting sustainable tourism as well as local communities and wildlife. Our MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences take that even further, offering our guests opportunities to directly impact the communities we explore in a positive way.

They are selected with great care using a proprietary assessment tool endorsed by industry experts, which ensures that our MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences directly advance United Nations Global Goals.

Masterpiece Collection
Masterpiece Collection Food Experience
One of the many qualities that set a Uniworld Boutique River Cruise apart is the degree and quality of our all-inclusive amenities. We offer more inclusions—and more luxurious inclusions—than any other river cruise line. Our guests will always find everything they need and more to enjoy a wonderful holiday with Uniworld. For the guests looking to take their journey one step further, we’ve curated a Masterpiece Collection of optional excursi …
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Masterpiece Collection

One of the many qualities that set a Uniworld Boutique River Cruise apart is the degree and quality of our all-inclusive amenities. We offer more inclusions—and more luxurious inclusions—than any other river cruise line. Our guests will always find everything they need and more to enjoy a wonderful holiday with Uniworld.

For the guests looking to take their journey one step further, we’ve curated a Masterpiece Collection of optional excursions that go above and beyond our included experiences, available for an additional charge.

Serenity River Spa™
Serenity River Spa™ Spa
Relax at the Serenity River Spa™ with a soothing facial or massage treatment.
Wellness on the Water™
Wellness on the Water™ Exercise Class
Start your day with sunrise yoga on the top deck, a TRX® Suspension Training class, or work out at your own pace in the well-equipped fitness center.
Club L'Esprit
Club L'Esprit Spa
Relax and indulge your mind, body and soul at Club L’Esprit, our onboard spa and wellness centre. Pamper yourself with an array of beauty and well-being treatments. Unwind with yoga. Work out in the resistance pool. Get your heart pumping in the onboard fitness centre. Afterwards, refresh and recharge with a deliciously good-for-you smoothie at the L’Espirit Bar. 
Fitness Centre
Fitness Centre Gym
The Fitness Centre Spa can be found on the Victor Hugo Deck.
The Generations Collection
The Generations Collection Young Teen (13 - 15)
Share the joys of river cruising with the entire family. Find out more here.

Deck plans

Sun Deck Sun Deck

  • Deck de Montmartre
  • Bridge

Victor Hugo Deck Victor Hugo Deck
  • Serenity River Spa
  • Massage
  • Fitness Centre
  • Swimming Pool
  • Club L'Esprit / Claude's
  • Bar
  • Suites 
  • Le Bistrot
  • Salon Toulouse
  • 24-Hour Tea and Coffee Station
  • Grand Suite
  • Deluxe French Balconies

Balzac Deck Balzac Deck

  • French Balcony Staterooms
  • Reception
  • Le Restaurant Pigalle

Jules Verne Deck Jules Verne Deck
  • Classic Staterooms
  • Laundry
  • La Cave des Vins

Why book with Wexas Travel?

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Every step of the way

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