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Hirondelle - Burgundy & Franche Comte Barge Trip (7days/6nights)
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Hirondelle
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7 DAYS - 6 NIGHTS
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Life aboard the charming Hirondelle combines food, drink and accommodations
of a fine country inn with the mobility of this
well-appointed barge.
The Hirondelle can
accommodate up to 8 passengers in their four bright, spacious
staterooms, each with its own ensuite
bathroom. There is a
lovely skylit living/dining room
area with comfortable seating for all. Upstairs on deck, enjoy the
beautiful countryside in one of the lounge chairs, sipping a
chilled glass of Chardonnay, eagerly anticipating your next
delectable meal.
The Hirondelle
cruises through Burgundy. Visit the famous vineyards
along the Cote d'Or, châteaux and
quaint little villages, sample some of the local wines or
simply enjoy a little sightseeing by bicycle.
The Hirondelle can be
booked individually or chartered to cruise
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Departures on Sunday, April to
Oct
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Reservations must be paid in 72 hours
All prices are per person, double occupancy
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Price
Includes:
- Luxury accommodations for 6 nights
- Gourmet meals onboard
- Fine wines and beverages
- All excursions and entry fees
- Use of bicycles and tennis
equipment onboard
Not
included:
- First Class transfers by TGV
between Paris
and the barge
- Gratuities
- Optional hot air ballooning
We can also help you with hotel
reservations, airport transfers, pre
and post tours.
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Hirondelle -
Burgundy Barge Cruise Itinerary
Escommes to St. Jean-De-Losne On the Canal de Bourgogne
The
day to day itinerary described below is a typical cruise.
However, on any one cruise the moorings may change and the
places visited may vary depending on the season and guest
preferences.
Sunday: Paris to Dijon
Depart Paris, Gare de Lyon,
on the TGV train in the
afternoon. On arrival at
Dijon station you are met by
the Barges Representative
who escorts you on your
transfer to Escommes, a
delightful mooring on the
Canal de Bourgogne, where
you board the barge for your
cruise through Burgundy. A
champagne reception welcomes
you on board and gives you a
chance to meet the crew.
Take a brief cocktail cruise
and, later that evening;
enjoy your first dining
experience on board.
Monday: Dijon to Escommes
Visit L'Abbeye de Fontenay
After breakfast, enjoy your
first day of cruising on the
Canal du Bourgogne.
Small-unspoiled villages and
green, forested hills
provide the traveler with
exceptional views from the
deck. After lunch your guide
takes you to visit l’Abbaye
de Fontenay, one of the
oldest Cistercian
monasteries in Europe,
making a stop on your way
back at the hilltop village
of Châteauneuf-en-Auxois.
Tuesday: Escommes to
Fleurey-sur-Ouche
Visit Clos de Vougeot.
Relax on-board this morning
as the barge is cruising
toward the charming village
of Fleurey sur Ouche. Enjoy
lunch on board while the
boat continues cruising.
This afternoon visit the
“Clos de Vougeot”, a
medieval château surrounded
by vineyards. This is the
headquarters of the
Chevaliers du Tastevin,
whose special label is
awarded annually to the
finest Côte d’Or vintages.
Wednesday: Fleurey-sur-Ouche
to Dijon
Visit Beaune.
Enjoy a scenic drive this
morning through the
vineyards of the Côtes de
Beaune. We are treating you
to lunch off the barge today
- in one of the area's
romantic wine villages! This
afternoon your guide takes
you to visit Beaune, capital
of the wine region of
Burgundy, and the famous
Hôtel-Dieu, Hospice de
Beaune.
Thursday: Dijon to
Longecourt
Visit wine villages and
Chateau de Longecourt.
Today, your guide has
planned a visit to the Côte
d’Or, planted with vines
that produce some of the
world’s most famous wines.
View charming villages and
visit some of the finest
wine producers in France.
You have the opportunity to
see a family run winery and
to sample wines that may
never reach your corner of
the world. After lunch,
visit the Château de
Longecourt.
Friday: Longecourt to
St-Jean-de-Losne
Visit Dijon.
This morning your guide
takes you on a walking tour
of Dijon. Visit the Ducal
Palace, the market and the
Grey Poupon mustard shop.
During the day the barge
slowly makes its way to its
final mooring at
St.-Jean-de-Losne. Meanwhile
the chef is preparing a gala
dinner for your last evening
on board.
Saturday: Return to Paris
After breakfast disembark
the barge and transfer to
Dijon station. Board the TGV
to Paris, Gare de Lyon,
where you are met by the
Afloat in France
representative who will
assist you with your
luggage.
Please note: The day
to day itinerary described
below is a typical cruise.
However, on any one cruise
the moorings may change and
the places visited may vary
depending on the season and
guest preferences
Price
Per Charter:
May/June/Sept All
other Dates
2009
Rates
Whole Boat Charter:
$32,999 - 6 passengers
$34,999 - 7 passengers
$37,999 - 8 passengers
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Length: 128 ft Decks: 1
Width: 17 ft
Crew: 4
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