Discover France Along the Seine with VIVA Boutique

The French have mastered the art of living well. From world-famous cuisine and exceptional wines to inspiring art, timeless culture and picturesque landscapes, France offers an experience unlike anywhere else. With VIVA Boutique, travellers discover this celebrated joie de vivre from an entirely new perspective – aboard an elegant boutique river ship sailing the iconic Seine.

A Boutique Hotel on the Water

Your journey begins in Paris, one of the world’s most captivating capitals. Here, VIVA BEYOND welcomes a maximum of just 112 guests before gliding west through Normandy towards the Atlantic coast.

Designed with contemporary elegance, the ship feels more like a stylish boutique hotel than a traditional river cruise. Spacious staterooms and suites provide a peaceful sanctuary after a day of discovery, while the panoramic lounge, sun deck with pool, spa and fitness area invite guests to relax and savour every moment.

Every voyage includes VIVA’s premium all-inclusive experience, featuring gourmet dining, premium beverages, Wi-Fi, gratuities and much more. Across three distinctive restaurants, regional flavours are elevated into memorable culinary experiences, perfectly paired with exceptional French wines. A particular highlight is MOMENTS, the fine dining restaurant on board, where guests can enjoy a menu specially created for VIVA BEYOND by Michelin-starred chef David Görne. For guests staying in a Beyond Suite, the experience becomes even more exclusive: they are invited to dine at Görne’s celebrated restaurant G.a. at Manoir de Rétival. As evening falls, guests can enjoy live music in the lounge, cocktails under the stars or simply watch the ever-changing scenery drift by from the comfort of their private balcony.

France, Your Way

River cruising is all about slowing down and embracing the journey. Charming villages, rolling vineyards and dramatic river landscapes unfold beyond your window, while every stop reveals another chapter of French culture. 

VIVA Boutique features three thoughtfully curated itineraries, each celebrating a different side of France. France with VIVA BEYOND | VIVA Cruises

• In the Footsteps of Impressionism invites travellers to discover the landscapes that inspired masters such as Claude Monet and Auguste Renoir. From Monet’s gardens in Giverny to charming riverside towns, guests experience the birthplace of Impressionism through carefully curated excursions and memorable cultural encounters.
• Culinary Delights of Normandy celebrates authentic French gastronomy. Guests discover the flavours that have made Normandy famous, from artisan cheeses and fresh seafood to local cider, Calvados and exceptional wines. Combined with refined onboard dining, this itinerary is a feast for every food lover.
• Pure Culture Along the Seine showcases France’s rich heritage through medieval towns, magnificent cathedrals, elegant châteaux and beautifully landscaped gardens, revealing the unique blend of history, art and French culture that defines the region.

Whether your passion is art, gastronomy or history, every itinerary offers immersive experiences and plenty of time to embrace authentic French life.

Discover the Best of Normandy

Round-trip sailings from Paris are tailored to the chosen theme, meaning each itinerary follows a slightly different route and highlights the places that best reflect its focus. Depending on the journey, guests may explore the medieval streets of Rouen, admire Château Gaillard in Les Andelys, visit Vernon as the gateway to Monet’s gardens in Giverny, or continue towards the harbour town of Honfleur and the striking Atlantic city of Le Havre.

Whether centred on art, culture or gastronomy, every route reveals Normandy from a distinct perspective – with destinations, excursions and experiences carefully selected to bring each theme to life.

Whether it’s your first journey through France or a return to one of Europe’s most beloved destinations, VIVA Boutique invites you to experience the Seine in a way that’s immersive, elegant and unmistakably French.

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