Women-Only River Cruise
Burgundy & Provence
France
Women-Only River Cruise
Designed for women, by women
Solo Explorer Travel is delighted to share with you this Inaugural
Women-only cruise with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises
Limited places available!
Grand Suite SOLD OUT
Departs 24 August 2025
Burgundy and Provence aboard the S.S. Catherine
Arles to Lyon
8 Days
CONNECT | EXPLORE | IMMERSE | RELAX | LAUGH | INDULGE
A Special Offer just for you!
Burgundy & Provence
A passionate team of women have come together to create an unforgettable week, filled to the brim with unique experiences created for this sailing. Guests on this inaugural themed cruise can expect to immerse themselves in France on new excursions, partake in breathtaking Nights Out, mingle at cocktail parties, laugh and dance along to surprise entertainment, and receive special gifts to remind them of this one-of-a-kind trip for years to come. Bring your mothers, sisters, adult daughters, best friends, or any special women in your life, or embark on a solo adventure where you’re destined to make new friends during a week of connection, exploration, immersion, relaxation, laughter, and indulgence.
Note: The itineraries presented are subject to modification due to water levels, closures because of public holidays or other uncontrollable factors. Every effort will be made to operate programs as planned, but changes may still be necessary throughout the cruise. This day-to-day schedule is subject to change. Your final day-to-day schedule will be provided onboard on the first day of your cruise.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Arles (embark)
Day 2 - Arles
Day 3 - Avignon
Day 4 - Viviers
Day 5 - Tain-L'Hermitage (Tournon)
Day 6 - Lyon
Day 7 - Macon (Beaune)
Day 8 - Lyon (disembark)
Post-cruise extensions are available to Paris, Cassis, Athens or Athens & Santorini (please contact us for pricing)
Ask us for a detailed day-by-day itinerary
Inclusions
Take full advantage of Uniworld’s unparalleled inclusions as you dine on gourmet fare for every meal of the day and sip on endless pours of fine wines, hand-selected by your expert sommelier onboard.
Some of the highlights awaiting you
• New excursions, specially designed with fabulous women in mind for this cruise
• Burlesque workshop with celebrity guest
• Pop-up boutiques featuring high-end fashion designs and skincare products.
• Custom perfume scent workshop
• Shopping with local vendors
• Karaoke Pyjama party
• Wellness coaches onboard to offer fitness classes, massages and spa treatments throughout
New excursions for this cruise
• Bike ride to Chartreuse
• Visit the International Shoe Museum
• Candlelight Concert in Lyon
• Visit the ancient Roman aqueduct of Nîmes at night with a spectacular light show
Included
Dining
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All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
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7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 7 dinners
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Captain's Welcome and Farewell Receptions
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Welcome and Farewell Gala Dinners
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Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, soft drinks, specialty coffee and tea, and mineral water
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Excursions
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6 days of excursions, all fully hosted by English-speaking local experts
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Guided “Let's Go” and “Village Day” programs
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State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio-headset system on all excursions
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Use of bicycles and Nordic walking sticks
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Accommodations
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7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the striking S.S. Catherine
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Lavishly appointed riverview staterooms and suites have handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, high thread count 100% Egyptian cotton sheets and European duvets, and a menu of pillow options
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Free Wi-Fi
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Experiences
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1 country: France
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4 UNESCO World Heritage sites
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Cultural enrichment, including captivating onboard local entertainment
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Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager
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Group Transfers are included on arrival and departure days (please see terms and conditions for transfer guidelines)
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Gratuities for onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager) are included during the cruise/tour
Pricing
Per person based on twin share
Cabin category - Classic Stateroom
Prices start from AUD $7,379.00 - a saving of AUD $820.00 off the cruise fare*
*Price quoted includes current promotion of 10% off
Other cabin options include: French Balcony, Deluxe Balcony, Suite and Grand Suite. (Grand Suite SOLD OUT, and Suites have limited availability). Contact us for pricing on other cabin types
*Prices quoted are subject to availability and change
*Image is of a French Balcony cabin
Pricing
Per person based on single occupancy
Cabin category - Classic Stateroom
Prices start from AUD $12,779.00 - a saving of AUD $1,420.00 off the cruise fare*
*Price quoted includes current promotion of 10% off
Other cabin options include: French Balcony, Deluxe Balcony, Suite and Grand Suite. (Grand Suite SOLD OUT, and Suites have limited availability).
Contact us for pricing on other cabin types.
*Image is of a French Balcony cabin
*Prices quoted are subject to availability and change
Payments and Cancellation Policy
Payments
To qualify for the 10% discount, full payment is due upon booking confirmation.
Cancellation Policy
Please refer to Uniworld Terms and Conditions for their cancellation policy HERE.
​The MTA Schedule of Fees and cancellation policy will be provided up initial enquiry.
Terms and Conditions
Solo Explorer Travel is independently owned and operated by Sarah Elizabeth Bateman t/a Solo Explorer Travel, ABN 85 840 618 040 under licence from MTA - Mobile Travel Agents Pty Ltd ACN 603 064 044 trading as MTA Travel and Mobile Travel Agents. Please refer to the Terms and Conditions of MTA Travel HERE
Enquiries and Bookings
For further information or to make a booking, please contact Sarah via email at hello@soloexplorertravel.com.au