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S.S. Bon Voyage

5 upcoming departures  ·  5 itineraries

S.S. Bon Voyage is a 124-guest Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection river cruise ship, in service since 2006. This page lists 5 upcoming departures across 5 itineraries in European River Cruises, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.

✓ Wine and food-focused travelers ✓ Couples seeking a small luxury river ship ✓ Guests who enjoy French regional cuisine
Class Rivership
Built / Refurb 2006 / 2019
Guests 124
Crew 51
Length 110.0 m
Beam 11.4 m
Decks 4
Cabins 62
Max speed 12.0 kn
Flag Netherlands
Guests per crew 2.4

S.S. Bon Voyage at a glance

Best for

  • Wine and food-focused travelers
  • Couples seeking a small luxury river ship
  • Guests who enjoy French regional cuisine
  • Travelers who value intimate public spaces
  • Fitness and pool users

Think twice if you want

  • Families seeking dedicated kids facilities
  • Travelers wanting large-scale entertainment
  • Guests requiring fully accessible ship and excursions
  • Passengers wanting full private outdoor balconies
  • Travelers preferring many restaurants and nightlife venues

Live Position ● 1 hour ago

Heading to: Bordeaux

Currently on: 17-Night Mediterranean: Bordeaux to Lisbon (17 nights) — En route to Blaye, Bourg sur Gironde — last stop Cadillac

Bordeaux → Cussac Fort Medoc, Pauillac → Cadillac → Blaye, Bourg sur Gironde → Libourne (Saint-Emilion) → Libourne, Bordeaux → Bordeaux → Bordeaux, Fly to Portugal, Porto → Porto → Regua → Pocinho, Vega de Terron → Vega de Terron (Salamanca), Barca d'Alva → Porto (Guimaraes) → Porto, Transfer to Lisbon → Lisbon → Lisbon → Lisbon (Depart)
Coming up
  1. Blaye / Cussac-Fort-Médoc
  2. Libourne
  3. Libourne
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Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.

About S.S. Bon Voyage

S.S. Bon Voyage is a 124-guest Uniworld Super Ship focused on the wine, food, art, and historic character of southwestern France. Originally launched as River Royale in 2006 and remodeled in 2019, the 110-meter rivership operates with 51 crew and offers 62 riverview staterooms and suites. Passenger highlights include an infinity pool, French-inspired public spaces, butler-serviced suites, and a compact luxury-ship atmosphere suited to relaxed cultural exploration.

Ship at a Glance

Operator
Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection
Builder / shipyard
Vahali Shipyards
Registry / flag
Netherlands (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
Call sign
PD3183
MMSI
244030083
Previous names
River Royale

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

A 2019 redesign added four suites, refreshed all staterooms, and introduced French-inspired venues including Le Salon Champagne, La Brasserie, and Le Grand Fromage. The Soleil Deck features an infinity pool and views of the surrounding countryside.

For families

Uniworld’s Generations program may be available on selected sailings, but the ship is primarily designed for adult luxury travel and has no extensive dedicated children’s facilities.

Pools, spa & wellness

Facilities include a fitness center, Serenity River Spa services, and the Soleil Deck infinity pool.

Accessibility

No specific accessibility features were verified in the current operator materials.

Environmental features

No ship-specific sustainability specifications were verified in the current operator materials.

Deck plans

1234

Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it

Deck 3 · Bordeaux Deck

Fitness Center Serenity River Spa Le Salon Champagne La Brasserie Reception Bar

Cabins & suites

Suite 6% Balcony 35% Oceanview 58%
CategoryTypeCabinsSizeDecks
Grand SuiteTwo suites; each has a French balcony. Suite 2 280 sq ft Bordeaux Deck
SuiteTwo suites; operator-listed booking codes are consolidated under this category. Suite 2 210 sq ft Bordeaux Deck
French BalconyOperator lists French Balcony A and French Balcony B subcategories. Balcony 22 140 sq ft Bordeaux Deck
DeluxeOperator lists Deluxe A and Deluxe B subcategories. Oceanview 30 151 sq ft Medoc Deck

Dining, bars & venues

5 included 1 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.

Dining

La Brasserie Included
Deck 3
French-style bistro serving classic French fare.
Le Grand Fromage Included
Deck 2
Dining venue focused on regional cuisine and locally sourced ingredients.
La Cave des Vins
Deck 2
Private wine-and-food pairing venue available by request.
Le Café du Soleil Included
Deck 4
Poolside venue serving casual French cuisine and hosting open-air cooking demonstrations.

Bars & lounges

Le Salon Champagne Varies
Deck 3
The ship's bar and lounge.

History & sister ships

  1. 2006Entered service, built by Vahali Shipyards.
  2. 2019The former River Royale was extensively transformed, renamed S.S. Bon Voyage, and given redesigned staterooms, new suites, dining venues, spa facilities, and an infinity pool.

Other Rivership ships

Where S.S. Bon Voyage sails, month by month

Oct
26
Nov
26
Dec
26
Jan
27
Feb
27
Mar
27
Apr
27
May
27
Jun
27
Jul
27
Aug
27
Sep
27
European River Cruises 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 2 0 0 0 0
From / night 0 0 0 0 0 $364 $455 $532 0 0 0 0

Departures per month over the next 12 months, from the cruise line's published schedule. Lowest advertised fare per night is in March 2027 (prices change; check when booking).

Ports it visits most

Explore This Ship

Jump from S.S. Bon Voyage sailings into the broader destination network with cruise line and region hub pages.

Itineraries & Sailings

14 Nights

14 Nights Western Europe Cruise

From $6,374 · $455/night
Ports of Call
Next: Apr 4, 2027
1 upcoming departure
17 Nights

17 Nights Western Europe Cruise

From $9,049 · $532/night
Ports of Call
Next: May 30, 2027
1 upcoming departure
17 Nights

17 Nights Western Europe Cruise

From $9,049 · $532/night
Ports of Call
Next: May 30, 2027
1 upcoming departure
21 Nights

21 Nights Western Europe Cruise

From $9,679 · $461/night
Ports of Call
Next: Apr 11, 2027
1 upcoming departure
7 Nights

7 Nights Western Europe Cruise

From $2,549 · $364/night
Ports of Call
Next: Mar 28, 2027
1 upcoming departure
All 5 itineraries and their departure dates

All Upcoming Departures

S.S. Bon Voyage FAQ

What flag does S.S. Bon Voyage sail under?

S.S. Bon Voyage is registered in Netherlands.

How many passengers does S.S. Bon Voyage hold?

S.S. Bon Voyage carries about 124 guests with roughly 51 crew.

How old is S.S. Bon Voyage?

S.S. Bon Voyage entered service in 2006 and was last refurbished in 2019.

What is the dress code on S.S. Bon Voyage?

Uniworld recommends comfortable smart-casual clothing onboard and ashore. Shorts are not permitted at dinner; formalwear is not required, though dressier clothing may suit special events.

Are dining and drinks included on S.S. Bon Voyage?

Uniworld's European river cruises include onboard meals, an ample selection of premium beverages, and onboard gratuities. La Cave des Vins offers food-and-wine pairing dinners by request, but the operator does not specify that those events are included.

Is Wi-Fi available on S.S. Bon Voyage?

Uniworld provides ship-wide Wi-Fi as part of its current European all-inclusive offering. Connectivity can be slower or interrupted in remote areas, locks, tunnels, and under bridges.

Are gratuities included?

Gratuities for onboard personnel, including ship staff, crew, and the Cruise or Tour Manager, are included during the European cruise.

Is S.S. Bon Voyage accessible for passengers with mobility needs?

The ship has an elevator serving all decks except the Soleil Deck. Uniworld warns that some ship areas, ports, and excursions involve steps or uneven terrain and that full accessibility cannot be guaranteed.

Can children sail on S.S. Bon Voyage?

Guests in Europe must be at least five years old, and guests under 18 must travel with a parent or guardian and share a cabin with someone aged 21 or older. The ship offers few child-focused activities; dedicated family programming is associated with selected Generations departures.