Burgundy & Chablis by Barge
Elegant 'La Belle Époque' was designed with passenger comfort in mind, and offers an outdoor spa/pool plus sauna. She travels through Burgundy on an itinerary that begins in enchanting Auxerre, and is filled with medieval castles, quaint villages and wine tastings.
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Note: This route is run in reverse on alternate weeks.
Sunday:
Meet at Hotel Sofitel Dijon La Cloche for transfer to 'L'Impressionniste,' moored in the port of Dijon. A champagne welcome awaits with time for a stroll in the town before dinner on board.
This morning, cruise along the enchanting canal with opportunities for walking or cycling along the towpath. After lunch, visit Clos de Vougeot, headquarters of the esteemed Chevaliers du Tastevin whose annual awards are prized by local Côte d'Or wineries. After a private tasting at the family-run Domaine Jafflin, rejoin the barge at its overnight mooring at Fleurey.
After breakfast, return to Dijon for a walking tour that includes the flamboyant Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy. Then set out on a leisurely afternoon cruise along the picturesque canal to Gissey.
Visit the handsome Château de Commarin this morning with its variety of architectural styles that include two 14th-century towers from the original feudal castle. After lunch, cruise past rolling hills and grazing white Charolais cattle to La Bussière-sur-Ouche - one of the most picturesque villages along the canal.
Thursday:
After an early morning cruise, tour the magnificent 12th-century Abbaye de la Bussière, set in 15 acres of landscaped parkland. Enjoy an apéritif in the private music room, the former chapel, before lunch in the vaulted Michelin-starred restaurant. Continue to Châteauneuf-en-Auxois for a fine view of the countryside before 'L'Impressionniste' moors at Crugey.
Cruise to the canal summit today, 1,250 feet above sea level, crossing the Premier Cru vineyards to Escommes. Visit Beaune with its fascinating 15th-century Hôtel- Dieu charity hospital, now a museum. In addition to the period medical facilities on display, the hospital includes a stunning mural attributed to the Belgian master Roger van der Weyden. Then, return to 'L'Impressionniste' for the evening's farewell dinner.
Disembark after breakfast for transfer back to Hotel Sofitel Dijon La Cloche where your tour ends.
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| Departure Date Departing Saturdays |
Double Occupancy per person |
Single Supplement | Deluxe Double Occupancy per person |
Deluxe Single Supplement | Single Cabin | Full Barge Charter 6 nights |
| March 29 - May 16 July 26 - August 29 October 18 - November 14 |
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| May 17 - July 25 August 30 - October 17 |
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| Note: This route is run in reverse on alternate weeks. Sunday departures. Children under 12: charters only.
*Please ask about special prices for charters with 10 - 12 passengers.
FOR LARGER GROUPS The price shown is in USD. Price is per person, based on double occupancy, and does not include international or internal air. Prices subject to change without notice.
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