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Alouette
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Alouette
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The Alouette is
newly refurbished to the highest standards. The
Alouette is the only luxury afloat barge in France fleet of barges that
can navigate the narrow locks on the Canal du Midi.
Traveling the historic Canal du Midi between Carcassonne and Béziers, one of the most scenic barge routes in France. The two spacious
cabins have a unique intercom system, and an open kitchen allows you to
watch the chef at work preparing gourmet meals. 'Alouette' is the
perfect vessel for enjoying the beautiful unspoiled landscape of the
Canal du Midi.
The Aloutte accommodates 4 passengers in two spacious cabins. After
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Amaryllis
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Amaryllis
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The Amaryllis interior displays an
uncompromising attention to detail. Each room has been meticulously
decorated in a traditional style with a mixture of contemporary and
antique Louis XVI and XV furniture. She spends her season
exploring some of the most romantic regions of France. From Burgundy and
Franche-Comté, the heart of France's best-known wine region, and then
meanders south through Beaujolais to Lyon, the second largest city in
France.
The Amaryllis accommodates 8 passengers in comfort and cruises the Cote
d’Or, Burgundy, Saône, Loire and Rhône. After viewing
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Anjodi
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Anjodi
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The 'Anjodi' gracefully invites you on a voyage of discovery in a blissful
region of southern France. She glides along the Canal du Midi with its
many picturesque locks or, as an end-of-season alternative, through
Provence and the mysterious Camargue along the Mediterranean coast. The
Anjodi is a typical style Dutch designed ship, and has been completely
refurnished and was designed to navigate the Canal du Midi.
The Anjodi accommodates 8 passengers in comfort and style. After viewing
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Elisabeth
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Elisabeth
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The 'Elisabeth' is
charming and the perfect barge for families.
She cruises the meandering Canal du Nivernais in summer - and offers
delicious chocolate and wine cruises, complete with tempting tastings
and delectable dessert-making demonstrations, on the Burgundy Canal in
spring and autumn.
In 2010, 'Elisabeth' cruises exclusively in the Burgundy region on a
lovely route between Tanlay and Pouillenay. All cruises offer the
gourmet chocolate creations of the 2009 "Wine & Chocolate" departures -
and include a visit to the village of Flavigny, where the 2000 film
Chocolat was made.
The Elisabeth accommodates 6 passengers in luxurious and charming style.
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Enchante
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Enchante
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River Barge Enchantè debuts in August 2009,
after a total makeover. 'Enchanté' cruises the picturesque and charming tree-lined Canal du
Midi in the south of France. Tastefully furnished, she boasts a spacious
salon and superbly appointed cabins and bathrooms. In the demonstration
kitchen, view the on-board chef preparing gourmet meals. 'Enchanté's'
sun deck, complete with luxurious loungers and a hot tub, is perfect for
al fresco dining.
The Enchante will accommodate 8 passengers in luxurious style. After
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Fleur de Lys
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Fleur de Lys
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The Fleur de Lys is the most impeccably
appointed barge in the world, with gracious elegance and the finest
amenities that epitomize the concept of ultimate luxury a ship is a product of
Orient-Express Group. The
Fleur de Lys boasts a
heated plunge pool, for the ultimate luxury as you cruise the classic
Burgundy route, and ventures into the heart of the
quiet French countryside. She travels the canals and rivers of central
Burgundy to offer a glimpse into Gallic history, gastronomy and art that
is as unique and exclusive as 'Fleur de Lys' herself.
The Fleur de Lys sleeps 6 in comfort and style. After viewing
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Hirondelle
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Hirondelle
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The Hirondelle expands her horizons in
2009 with April, May and August cruises in the chàteau-filled Loire Valley. She returns to the charming
countryside of Burgundy & Franche-Comté - her previous home - for the
remainder of the season.
The Hirondelle is a luxurious barge with large windows that frame the
picturesque landscape and cruises some of the most tranquil and
beautiful waterways in all of Europe, the canals of: Canal de
Bourgogne, the Canal du Centre, the Canal du Rhône au Rhin and the River
Saône.
The Hirondelle accommodates 8 passengers in a luxurious setting. After
viewing
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La Belle Epoque
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La Belle Epoque
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The 'La Belle Époque' is
an elegant barge that travels through Burgundy on an itinerary that
begins in the enchanting town of Auxerre. You'll visit medieval castles and
quaint villages, with many opportunities for wine tastings. The spa pool
on deck is an ideal spot from which to take in the beautiful French
countryside. Daily excursions include a visit to the town of Auxerre,
the regional capital, and to the nearby vineyards of St.Bris with it
remarkable wine cellars and fine wines. Visit the medieval village of
Vezelay - a place of pilgrimage since the 11th century. In Provence La
Belle Epoque visits places made famous by the Van Gogh paintings, the
papal palace in Avignon, Roman architecture and the wildlife of the
Carmargue.
La Belle Epoque accommodates 12 Passengers, for individuals or group
charters. After viewing
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La Nouvelle Etoile
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La Nouvelle Etoile
Holland Tulip Cruise
France Cruises
Champagne, Alsace
and Burgundy and
the Moselle River
in Germany
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La Nouvelle Etoile has the following
great itinerary destinations:
Alsace-Lorraine, a tapestry of French and German influences that
is noted for its fine cuisine. Its grand city of Strasbourg is a center
of European culture.
Champagne region with its sparkling namesake, renowned since the
Middle Ages as a veritable celebration of life.
Northern Burgundy, the very heart of France - a place of historic
sites, unforgettable scenery and world-famous vintages.
Germany in the valley of the River Moselle with its fascinating blend of
ancient culture, winemaking traditions and spectacular countryside.
Holland where the ship hails from and a beautiful springtime
tulip cruise, or to Bruges and a fall cruise the Mosel from Trier
to Koblenz.
La Nouvelle Etoile accommodates 8 passengers in casual elegance .
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L'Art de Vivre
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L'Art de Vivre
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L'Art de Vivre was originally a British lumber carrier
or as the other story goes a Scottish munitions carrier, either way 'L'Art de Vivre'
was transformed into a floating celebration of la belle vie in
traditional Burgundian style. She journeys through the Upper Nivernais
region of Burgundy, passing sleepy hamlets, grazing white Charolais
cattle and wooded slopes that nestle close to the canal's edge.
This region exudes charm as your transported back in time while cruising
and visiting the charming and medieval villages, visiting places that
remain as they were hundreds of years ago. This is a charming and
definite learning experience for all.
The L'Art de Vivre accommodates 8 Passengers
in casual elegance. After viewing
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L'Impressioniste
Burgundy - Chablis
and Provence
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L'Impressioniste
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L'Impressionniste has a large
comfortable interior and spacious sundeck, a jacuzzi, sauna and
fitness room. Cruising into the
wine-producing region of central Burgundy, a
delightful stretch of the Canal de Bourgogne between Dijon and Escommes.
With daily excursions chateaux to vineyards and a visit to
Domaine Laroche in Chablis, the Cistercian Abbey at Fontenay,
the renaissance Château de Tanlay and the medieval fortified
town of Semur-en-Auxois. Fall excursions include
Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Avignon, Van Gogh’s Arles and 12th Century
Aigues-Mortes.
L’Impressionniste cruises the Burgundy Canal between Tonnerre
and Veneray-les-Laumes on the edge of the Chablis wine region
between April and September. Then the Beaujolais cruises
commence in the early fall and late October and November are
spent in the South of France and Provence.
The L'Impressionniste accommodates 12 passengers in luxury
style. After viewing
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