S.S. Bon Voyage

October wine cruise in Bordeaux

October

Pros: Good food and great staff

Cons: Thought views would be more scenic on the river

Recommended: Yes

Brilliant Bordeaux

July

Pros: All inclusive.

Cons: The French Balcony rooms were some of the smallest we have experienced with Uniworld

Recommended: No

Long Awaited Trip

June

Pros: Expert, cheery staff, beautiful stateroom, friendly passengers, worthwhile visit

Cons:

Recommended: Yes

Long Awaited Trip

June

Pros: Expert, cheery staff, beautiful stateroom, friendly passengers, worthwhile visit

Cons:

Recommended: Yes

Bordeaux

October

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.

First Uniworld Cruise

July

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!

Uniworld's Brilliant Bordeaux

August

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.

Bordeaux River Cruise

July

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.

Bordeaux trip

July

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.

Beautiful trip

June

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.

Bon Voyage

July

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.