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SS Joie de Vivre

S.S. Joie de Vivre, will bring the "joy of living" to the rivers of France. Step aboard the 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.

    • 410

    • Length
    • 2017

    • Built Year
    • 54

    • Crew
    • 128

    • Pax Capacity
    • 10

    • Suites

Sailings

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Sail Date Operator Ship Departs Returns Length Price
Mar 23, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$16,599
Mar 23, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,099
Mar 30, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,099
Apr 06, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,199
Apr 13, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,199
Apr 20, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,999
Apr 20, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$9,799
Apr 20, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$9,799
Apr 20, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,599
Apr 27, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,599
May 18, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,899
May 18, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreIstanbulParis8$23,798
May 18, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisIstanbul7$23,198
May 18, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$10,399
May 18, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$6,199
May 25, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,899
May 25, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$6,199
May 25, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$14,999
Jun 01, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,899
Jun 01, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$10,399
Jun 01, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$10,399
Jun 01, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,799
Jun 08, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,899
Jun 08, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,799
Jun 08, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$14,999
Jun 15, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,899
Jun 15, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$10,399
Jun 15, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$10,399
Jun 15, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,799
Jun 22, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,299
Jun 22, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,799
Jun 22, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$14,999
Jun 29, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,999
Jun 29, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$9,499
Jun 29, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$9,499
Jun 29, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,199
Jul 06, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,199
Jul 13, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,999
Jul 13, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$9,499
Jul 13, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$9,499
Jul 13, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,199
Jul 20, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,999
Jul 20, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,199
Jul 27, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,999
Jul 27, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$9,499
Jul 27, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,199
Aug 03, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$11,899
Aug 03, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,199
Aug 03, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$18,999
Aug 10, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,999
Aug 10, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$9,499
Aug 10, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$9,499
Aug 10, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,199
Aug 17, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$11,899
Aug 17, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,199
Aug 17, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$18,999
Aug 24, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,999
Aug 24, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$9,499
Aug 24, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,199
Aug 31, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,599
Aug 31, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,999
Aug 31, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$14,999
Sep 07, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$12,799
Sep 07, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$10,599
Sep 07, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$10,599
Sep 07, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$6,599
Sep 14, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$6,599
Sep 21, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,899
Sep 21, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$10,599
Sep 21, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$10,599
Sep 21, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$6,599
Sep 28, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,899
Sep 28, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$6,199
Sep 28, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$14,999
Oct 05, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,899
Oct 05, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$10,399
Oct 05, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$10,599
Oct 05, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,799
Oct 12, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,999
Oct 12, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,799
Oct 12, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$12,699
Oct 19, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$8,699
Oct 19, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,199
Nov 03, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$3,999
Mar 22, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$7,199
Mar 22, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$3,869
Mar 29, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$7,379
Mar 29, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$3,869
Mar 29, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$11,339
Apr 05, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$7,649
Apr 05, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$8,369
Apr 05, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$8,369
Apr 05, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,499
Apr 12, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,009
Apr 12, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,499
Apr 19, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,369
Apr 19, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$9,269
Apr 19, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,859
Apr 26, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,909
Apr 26, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,859
Apr 26, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$13,409
May 03, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,179
May 03, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$9,809
May 03, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,399
May 10, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,179
May 10, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,399
May 10, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$13,679
May 17, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,179
May 17, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$9,809
May 17, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$9,809
May 17, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,399
May 24, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,179
May 24, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,399
May 24, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$13,679
May 31, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,179
May 31, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$9,809
May 31, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$9,809
May 31, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,399
Jun 07, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,399
Jun 14, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,179
Jun 14, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$9,809
Jun 21, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,999
Jun 21, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,399
Jun 21, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$13,229
Jun 28, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,369
Jun 28, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$9,359
Jun 28, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$9,359
Jun 28, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,219
Jul 05, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,369
Jul 05, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,859
Jul 05, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$12,599
Jul 12, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,369
Jul 12, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$8,999
Jul 12, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$8,999
Jul 12, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,859
Jul 19, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,369
Jul 19, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,859
Jul 26, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,369
Jul 26, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$8,999
Jul 26, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,859
Aug 02, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,369
Aug 02, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,859
Aug 02, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$12,599
Aug 09, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,369
Aug 09, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$8,999
Aug 09, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$8,999
Aug 09, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,859
Aug 16, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,859
Aug 23, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,729
Aug 23, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$9,359
Aug 30, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,909
Aug 30, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,219
Aug 30, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$13,589
Sep 06, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,179
Sep 06, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$9,989
Sep 06, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$9,989
Sep 06, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,399
Sep 13, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,179
Sep 13, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,399
Sep 13, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$13,859
Sep 20, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,179
Sep 20, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$9,989
Sep 20, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$9,989
Sep 20, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,399
Sep 27, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,179
Sep 27, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,399
Sep 27, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$13,859
Oct 04, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,179
Oct 04, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$9,989
Oct 04, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$9,989
Oct 04, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,399
Oct 11, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,999
Oct 11, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,399
Oct 11, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$12,419
Oct 18, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$7,379
Oct 18, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$8,549
Oct 18, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$8,549
Oct 18, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,219
Oct 25, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$6,749
Oct 25, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$3,869
Nov 01, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$3,869

Ship Information


  • Maiden Voyage: 2017
  • Length: 410
  • Passenger Capacity: 128
  • Normal Crew Size: 54
  • Staterooms: 64
  • Suites: 10

Dining

When dining onboard your all-inclusive Uniworld river cruise, you'll be treated to world-class cuisine made from fresh ingredients, locally sourced from the destinations you visit. Uniworld's farm-to-table approach takes their chefs to regional farms, local markets and artisanal producers to ensure that every meal is an adventure in and of itself. For those interested in healthier dining options, Uniworld's Traveling Lite menu features all of the flavor of their traditional menu, but with fewer calories. Uniworld also offers a variety of vegetarian and vegan options, prepared just for you. If you have a specific meal preference, just ask. Uniworld's chefs will be happy to accommodate.

Age Restrictions

Guests who are under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult that is 21 years of age or older. Guests travelling with younger children are highly encouraged to select one of Uniworld's Generations voyages, offered on select itineraries and ships in Europe. Featuring specially-priced cruises planned around breaks from school and filled with exclusive activities and features for travelers of all ages, Generations voyages include the same matchless service, elegant accommodations and enticing itineraries that you can always expect from Uniworld, with additional programs, events and excursions designed specifically for your world travelers in training. Uniworld recommends a minimum age of 4 years old to cruise on a Generations voyage.

Tipping

Gratuities for onboard and onshore personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager, local experts, drivers) are included on all itineraries in Europe, both during the cruise-tour as well as on any pre- or post-cruise land extensions.

Cabins

Category Classic
Square Footage: 162

Category Classic

Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom of England bed, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite, and bottled water. Marble bathroom with L'Occitane en Provence bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, cozy bathrobes and slippers. Located on the Jules Verne Deck.




Category French Balcony
Square Footage: 194

Category French Balcony

Lavishly appointed riverview staterooms with a French balcony, handcrafted Savoir of England bed, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite, and bottled water. Marble bathroom with L'Occitane en Provence bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, cozy bathrobes and slippers. Located on the Balzac Deck.




Category Deluxe French Balcony
Square Footage: 194

Category Deluxe French Balcony

Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom with a french balcony. Handcrafted Savoir of England bed, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite, and bottled water. Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, cozy bathrobes and slippers. Located on the Victor Hugo Deck.




Category Suite
Square Footage: 260

Category Suite

Lavishly appointed riverview suite with a french balcony. Handcrafted Savoir of England bed, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite, and bottled water Located on the Victor Hugo Deck.




Category Grand Suite
Square Footage: 410

Category Grand Suite

Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom with a French balcony, handcrafted Savoir of England bed, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite, and bottled water. 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. Located on the Victor Hugo Deck.




Life on Board

Recreation

La Cave Du Vin

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. Located on the Jules Verne Deck.

Recreation

Le Bistrot

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. Located on the Victor Hugo Deck.

Recreation

Bar

Sit back and enjoy one of the many signature cocktails in a glamorous atmosphere. Located on the Victor Hugo Deck.

Recreation

Claude's

Experience the magic each evening as Club L'Esprit transforms into Claude's supper club, a vibrant dining and entertainment venue. Claude's glitzy and glamorous atmosphere is the perfect place to listen to local music, enjoy delectable hors d'oeuvres and signature cocktails, or view a classic French film on select nights in an intimate cinema. Located on the Victor Hugo Deck.

Recreation

Fitness Center

Get your heart pumping in the onboard fitness center. Located on the Victor Hugo Deck.

Recreation

Le Club L'Esprit

L'Esprit, the onboard spa and wellness center. Pamper yourself with an array of beauty and well-being treatments. Located on the Victor Hugo Deck.

Recreation

Swimming Pool

Get a great work out in the resistance pool. Located on the Victor Hugo Deck.

SS Joie de Vivre Customer Reviews

Ratings based off 18 reviews about SS Joie de Vivre - currently showing 2 reviews with comments only
LS
Lee

The only negative we have - some of the tour operators were hard to understand.

PL
Phyllis

The ship was outstanding, staff was extremely courteous and helpful, and the food was delicious and plentiful. Wonderful cruise Paris to Normandy with UniiWorld.



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