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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
Nov 25, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,999
Dec 02, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$3,299
Dec 09, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$2,999
Dec 16, 2025UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$2,999
Mar 22, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$16,379
Mar 22, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$3,869
Mar 29, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$3,869
Apr 05, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$10,349
Apr 05, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$8,369
Apr 05, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$10,709
Apr 05, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,499
Apr 12, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,769
Apr 19, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$9,269
Apr 19, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,399
Apr 26, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$11,609
Apr 26, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,399
Apr 26, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$17,279
May 03, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,179
May 03, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$10,354
May 03, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,984
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$10,354
May 17, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$10,354
May 17, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$6,299
May 17, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreIstanbulParis15$24,598
May 17, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisIstanbul14$23,998
May 24, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,179
May 24, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$6,299
May 24, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$13,679
May 31, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,179
May 31, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$10,354
May 31, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$10,354
May 31, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,984
Jun 07, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,984
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 28, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,369
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 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$11,069
Jul 26, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$8,999
Jul 26, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,414
Aug 02, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$11,069
Aug 02, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,859
Aug 02, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$16,469
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$5,794
Aug 30, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$13,589
Sep 06, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,179
Sep 06, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$10,544
Sep 06, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$10,544
Sep 06, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$6,299
Sep 06, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreIstanbulParis15$24,598
Sep 06, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisIstanbul14$23,998
Sep 13, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,179
Sep 13, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,984
Sep 13, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$13,859
Sep 20, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,179
Sep 20, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$10,544
Sep 20, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$10,544
Sep 20, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$6,299
Sep 27, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,984
Oct 04, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,179
Oct 04, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$10,544
Oct 11, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$11,699
Oct 11, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,399
Oct 11, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$16,289
Oct 11, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreIstanbulParis15$24,398
Oct 11, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisIstanbul14$23,698
Oct 18, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$8,549
Oct 18, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,489
Nov 02, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,299
Nov 25, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,679
Dec 02, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,679
Dec 09, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,679
Dec 16, 2026UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,679
Mar 21, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$6,079
Mar 21, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$6,079
Mar 21, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$3,599
Mar 28, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$6,399
Mar 28, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$3,599
Mar 28, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$9,919
Apr 04, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$7,469
Apr 04, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$8,369
Apr 04, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$8,369
Apr 04, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,499
Apr 11, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$7,919
Apr 11, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,499
Apr 11, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$12,329
Apr 18, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,279
Apr 18, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$9,269
Apr 18, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$9,269
Apr 18, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,949
Apr 25, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,909
Apr 25, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,949
Apr 25, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$13,319
May 02, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,179
May 02, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$9,809
May 02, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$9,809
May 02, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,579
May 09, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,179
May 09, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,579
May 09, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$13,769
May 16, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,179
May 16, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$9,809
May 16, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$9,809
May 16, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,579
May 23, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,179
May 23, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,579
May 23, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$13,769
May 30, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,179
May 30, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$9,809
May 30, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$9,809
May 30, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,579
Jun 06, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,179
Jun 06, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,579
Jun 06, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$13,769
Jun 13, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,179
Jun 13, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$9,809
Jun 13, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$9,809
Jun 13, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,579
Jun 20, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,999
Jun 20, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,579
Jun 20, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$13,049
Jun 27, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,549
Jun 27, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$9,359
Jun 27, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$9,359
Jun 27, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,399
Jul 04, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$7,359
Jul 04, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,949
Jul 04, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$10,799
Jul 11, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$7,359
Jul 11, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$7,839
Jul 11, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$7,839
Jul 11, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,949
Jul 18, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$7,359
Jul 18, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,949
Jul 18, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$10,799
Jul 25, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$7,359
Jul 25, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$7,839
Jul 25, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$7,839
Jul 25, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,949
Aug 01, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$7,359
Aug 01, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,949
Aug 01, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$10,799
Aug 08, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$7,359
Aug 08, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$7,839
Aug 08, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$7,839
Aug 08, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,949
Aug 15, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$7,359
Aug 15, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,949
Aug 15, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$11,039
Aug 22, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$7,759
Aug 22, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$8,159
Aug 22, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$8,159
Aug 22, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,949
Aug 29, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,909
Aug 29, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,399
Aug 29, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$13,499
Sep 05, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,269
Sep 05, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$10,079
Sep 05, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$10,079
Sep 05, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,579
Sep 12, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,269
Sep 12, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,579
Sep 12, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$14,399
Sep 19, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,269
Sep 19, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$10,079
Sep 19, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$10,079
Sep 19, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,579
Sep 26, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,269
Sep 26, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,579
Sep 26, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$14,399
Oct 03, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,269
Oct 03, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$10,079
Oct 03, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$10,079
Oct 03, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,579
Oct 10, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$9,089
Oct 10, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,579
Oct 10, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxArles22$13,139
Oct 17, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$8,279
Oct 17, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisArles15$9,179
Oct 17, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$9,179
Oct 17, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$5,399
Oct 24, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreBordeauxParis15$7,199
Oct 24, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,949
Oct 31, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreArlesParis15$7,199
Oct 31, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$4,499
Nov 07, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$3,959
Nov 23, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$3,399
Nov 30, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$3,399
Dec 07, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$3,399
Dec 14, 2027UniworldSS Joie de VivreParisParis8$3,399

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

Europe: Gratuities for onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager) are included during the cruise/tour.

 

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 19 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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