Uniworld Boutique River Cruises will launch its inaugural women-only sailing through southern France next year, complete with truffles, chocolate and wine. Mainly catering toward older children and adults , the luxury river cruise brand announced its 2025 lineup on this week, including the new offering, called the "Women-Only Cruise." Sailing through Burgundy and Provence for eight days, the cruise itinerary was designed by "a passionate team of women" staff, according to the Uniworld website.
There is currently only one departure scheduled for Aug. 25, 2025, with prices starting at $4,999 per person. "Travelers have demonstrated an increasing desire for more specialised and unique experiences, inspiring us to develop a wide range of new themed cruises for 2025," President and CEO of Uniworld Ellen Bettridge said in the news release.
Travelers on the eight-day adventure will set sail from Arles, cruising along the Rhône and Saône rivers. Along the way, they'll dive into the region's food scene and explore charming villages that inspired artists like Van Gogh, Cézanne and Gauguin. Other activities include truffle-hunting, bike rides, lavender weaving and burlesque sessions.
The journey wraps up in the vibrant city of Lyon. "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 exploration, connection, immersion, relaxation and laughter," the .
