Grand France (2026) on S.S. Joie de Vivre

Grand France (2026)
For Francophiles in love with the culture, history, cuisine, and romance of France, this grand voyage is a dream come true. Soak up the joie de vivre that makes France one of the most adored countries in the world. Experience France from north to south, sailing three rivers and embarking upon in-depth shore excursions. Walk through Monet’s beloved Giverny, seeing the enchanting grounds that he made famous; travel back in time and enjoy a Village day in charming Viviers; visit Lyon’s famous secret passageways, the Traboules; and have a chance to golf high above the cliffs of Étretat-one of the most spectacular courses in France. From the beaches of Normandy and the verve and romance of Paris to the sun-drenched vistas of Burgundy and Provence, this itinerary in France is truly sans pareil! Grand France is a combination of Paris & Normandy and Burgundy & Provence.
For Francophiles in love with the culture, history, cuisine, and romance of France, this grand voyage is a dream come true. Soak up the joie de vivre that makes France one of the most adored countries in the world. Experience France from north to south, sailing three rivers and embarking upon in-depth shore excursions. Walk through Monet’s beloved Giverny, seeing the enchanting grounds that he made famous; travel back in time and enjoy a Village day in charming Viviers; visit Lyon’s famous secret passageways, the Traboules; and have a chance to golf high above the cliffs of Étretat-one of the most spectacular courses in France. From the beaches of Normandy and the verve and romance of Paris to the sun-drenched vistas of Burgundy and Provence, this itinerary in France is truly sans pareil! Grand France is a combination of Paris & Normandy and Burgundy & Provence.
About S.S. Joie de Vivre
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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 A
Apr 05, 2026 through
Apr 19, 2026
Apr 2, 2026
11:59 PM
14 Nights
from
$9,299.00
(USD)
Per Person
Cat: Classic
Inside
Outside
Balcony
Suite
8576092
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Apr 19, 2026 through
May 03, 2026
Apr 16, 2026
11:59 PM
14 Nights
from
$10,299.00
(USD)
Per Person
Cat: Classic
Inside
Outside
Balcony
Suite
8576093
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May 17, 2026 through
May 31, 2026
May 14, 2026
11:59 PM
14 Nights
from
$10,899.00
(USD)
Per Person
Cat: Classic
Inside
Outside
Balcony
Suite
8576095
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Itinerary
Day | Destination | ||
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1 | Arles (Embark) | ||
2 | Arles | ||
3 | Avignon | ||
4 | Viviers | ||
5 | Tain-l’Hermitage (Tournon) | ||
6 | Lyon | ||
7 | Mâcon (Beaune) | ||
8 | Lyon (Disembark), Transfer to Paris via High-Speed | ||
9 | La Roche-Guyon, Vernon, Giverny | ||
10 | Rouen | ||
11 | Caudebec-en-Caux (Honfleur or Étretat) | ||
12 | Rouen (Normandy Beaches) | ||
13 | Mantes-la-Jolie (Versailles) | ||
14 | Paris | ||
15 | Paris (Disembark) |