Vive la femme! Pack your bags, ladies, for a celebrity and fashion-filled luxury river voyage in France on the first ever Uniworld Boutique River Cruise for women only. Setting sail on August 24 in Burgundy and Provence, France, from Arles to Lyon, discerning guests will enjoy seven-days of female-forward programming onboard and on land, climaxing with a stand-up comedy set and Q&A meet-and-greet by none other than Saturday Night Live alum Rachel Dratch.
Uniworld’s one-of-a-kind Women-Only Cruise will be a friendly celebration of female connection and wellbeing. Blending the beauty of slow travel with curated experiences, the voyage features cultural and wellness-inspired excursions, and enriching onboard programming in a luxurious, all-inclusive setting. Featured activities will include lavender weaving, truffle hunting, and a scenic group bike ride to the Chartreuse.
“Our first-ever ‘Women-Only Cruise’ is all about creating a space for women to unwind, connect, and feel celebrated,” says Ellen Bettridge, President and CEO of Uniworld. “We’re thrilled to partner with one of my favorite rest-wear brands, Lunya, which was founded by women to create products rooted in luxury. The collaboration aligns perfectly with our goal of delivering a journey that pampers our guests both onboard and beyond.”
Onboard, the fun continues with a fashion trunk show by luxury restwear label Lunya. Cruise guests will have exclusive access to pre-purchase two sets of Lunya x Uniworld silk pajamas at a discounted price — to then be delivered to their S.S. Catherine stateroom — plus the opportunity to shop additional styles during the sailing. Guests are welcome to get extra comfy by wearing their new pjs to an evening pajama party featuring decadent wine and chocolate pairings and interactive burlesque sessions.
On this exquisite journey through southern France, onshore excursions will have guests follow in the footsteps of Van Gogh, Cézanne, and Gauguin. While cruising the Rhône and Saône rivers, guests will enjoy the region’s incomparable wine and cuisine, stroll the streets of Arles made famous by Van Gogh, visit Avignon’s majestic Palace of the Popes, and experience Village Day in enchanting Viviers.
All this will take place within the elevated, all-inclusive environment that Uniworld is known for. Guests will enjoy farm-to-table cuisine, unlimited premium wines and spirits and the highest standards of service throughout their journey, all designed to nourish, inspire and empower women through the joy of travel.
