S.S. Bon Voyage

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S.S. Bon Voyage

SHIP OVERVIEW

Excited to welcome one of the newest Super Ships to the rivers of Bordeaux—the S.S. Bon Voyage— designed to immerse guests in French culture, art and wine, from its stunning lobby clad in polished wood, subtle brass details and hand-crafted balustrade, to the stylish emerald tones found in bar Le Salon Champagne, inspired by Yves Saint Laurent's personal abode, Villa Majorelle.

  • CRUISES
  • STATISTICS

STATISTICS

  • Year Built

    2006
  • Year Refurbished

    2019
  • Year Entered Present Fleet

  • Country of Registry

  • Tonnage (GRT)

    5000
  • PAX (basis 2)

    124
  • Max Pax (inc. Uppers)

    126
  • Passenger Decks

    3
  • Number of Crew

    42
  • Officers' Nationality

  • Cruise/Hotel Staff Nationality

STATEROOMS

  • Suites

    4
  • Balcony

    0
  • Oceanview

    36
  • Oceanview No Balcony

    0
  • Oceanview With Balcony

    0
  • Balconies

    22
  • Interior

    0
  • Accessible

    20
  • Total Number of Accommodations

    1000
  • SUITE
  • BALCONY
  • OCEANVIEW
  • INSIDE

Deck Plans

SHIP REVIEWS

OVERALL RATING

4.9

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Based on 7 reviews

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Cruise reviews reflect the opinions of travel editors and cruisers/ readers and may not represent those of our company.

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Bordeaux

OCTOBER

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PROS

The experience of traveling through the wine country of Bordeaux

CONS

I felt some of the staff were some what unfriendly. This was not the case of all.

RECOMMENDED

Yes

1st River Cruise. Very much impressed.

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First Uniworld Cruise

AUGUST

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PROS

ship is beautiful, food was fantastic, everything is included, shore excursions were wonderful, staff were so friendly and helpful

CONS

travel documents don't have a boarding time

RECOMMENDED

Yes

This was my first river cruise, and I think I'm spoiled now. Uniworld was absolutely wonderful and I can't imagine the experience being much better. The ship was beautiful, and everyone working onboard was so friendly and helpful. I loved the shore excursions, there were so many good choices, and I especially liked that you had the option to upgrade for a few if you wanted to. I thought I would be eating in port more, especially for lunch, but the food was so good onboard that there was never any reason to eat elsewhere. It was just a fabulous experience, and I can't wait to sail with Uniworld again!

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Uniworld's Brilliant Bordeaux

AUGUST

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PROS

all inclusive; attention to detail; luxury bath products; farm to table dining; regional wines; cruise decor, art and books related to cruise region; friendly/dedicated staff; fresh flowers; fresh fruit; green/sustainable focus.

CONS

Wifi did not work on last three days of cruise. Would like to see expanded dining options outside of breakfast, lunch, dinner- perhaps some "happy hour" tapas or high tea with finger sandwiches (not just cookies)

RECOMMENDED

Yes

Overall an excellent experience. Uniworld's attention to detail is outstanding. This particular itinerary truly "Brilliant" for the wine connoisseur, with opportunity for wine tastings and wine education at every port. I particularly loved riding bikes along the country side (both escorted and independently) and taking advantage of multiple farmer's markets. Enjoyed our cruising time on the rivers. I was a little disappointed that our actual cruise time not very long but I understand this is because the Bordeaux region is so small. Other itineraries offer longer river cruise time.

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Bordeaux River Cruise

AUGUST

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PROS

Service was top notch, food was wonderful, attention to detail was amazing

CONS

None

RECOMMENDED

Yes

Everything on this ship after its complete renovation was amazing. The décor was lovely, complete with beautiful art work, comfortable English bedding, excellent food, and wonderful staff. The bus drivers and tour guides were some of the best I have ever experienced. There was a lot if attention to detail on the ship from rain showers with both pressure and plenty of hot water, to very cushy and comfortable deck lounge chairs that I have never seen at sea or even at a resort for that matter. The bedding was amazing and the food was outstanding. The staff have been with the company an average of 9 years and it shows. You can tell that this is a family company and that they genuinely care. Guests onboard commented on their many repeat trips with Uniworld and love the quality and consistency.

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    Star Star Star Star Star
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    Star Star Star Star Star
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Bordeaux trip

JULY

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PROS

Great service. Well planned programs and excellent guides

CONS

Rooms are small (but elegant). Due to unusally hot weather the ship was hot at times

RECOMMENDED

Yes

Uniworld cruise around the Bordeaux area was well planned. The crew was first class at all times. The programs were very well thought out and informative. The rooms are small but exquisite. Rafting with other boats is frustrating especially when a lot of stair climbing is required to go from one boat to the next and it certainly occludes the view for half the ship.

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    Star Star Star Star Star
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    Star Star Star Star Star

Beautiful trip

JULY

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PROS

Everyone who works on the boat are great, helpful with questions and provided wonderful service

CONS

Trip was not long enough

RECOMMENDED

Yes

We loved our trip on the S.S. Bon Voyage. Ports were fun, wine was outstanding and over all the entire trip was fun. The excursions were all interesting and wine tasting was wonderful.

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Bon Voyage

JULY

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PROS

Beautifully decorated, just had an overall.

CONS

None

RECOMMENDED

Yes

Uniworld really does a wonderful job. Everything has been thought out & planned for efficiency. Wonderful service & the guides are very knowledgeable on the excursions.

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