EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT
10%
Discount if you Book between 1st and 12th September
and Pay in Full by 12 September 2008
CRUISING SOUTH OF FRANCE AND CANAL
DU MIDI
2008 Rates in Australian Dollars
Rates are for six nights on either: A whole boat charter basis
or per person based on double occupancy per cabin for our GoBarging
luxury hotel barge cruises with departures every Sunday, from
April to November
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| ACCOMMODATION |
VALUE |
REGULAR |
| Charter
6 guests wholeboat |
$28,696 |
$33,261 |
| Charter
7 guests wholeboat |
$30,000 |
$34,565 |
| Charter
8 guests wholeboat |
$31,304 |
$35,870 |
| Stateroom
per person |
$4,109 |
$4,761 |
| Single
Supplement |
$1,522 |
$1,739 |
| Child
Discount -
$326 discount
is offer to children aged 0 - 17 inclusive
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Rates,
additional charges and conditions are subject to change,
and to
currency fluctuation, without notice - Errors and Omissions
Excepted 290307cm |
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| 2008 DEPARTURE DATES - (sundays) |
RATE |
ROUTE |
| March
2, 9, 16, 23, 30 |
Value |
South
of France |
| April
6, 13 |
Value |
South
of France |
| April
20, 27 |
Mid |
South
of France |
| May
4, 11, 18, 25 |
Regular |
South
of France |
| June
1, 8, 15, 22, 29 |
Regular |
South
of France |
| July
6 |
Regular |
South
of France |
| July
13, 20, 27 |
Mid |
South
of France |
| August
3, 10, 17 |
Mid |
South
of France |
| August
24, 31 |
Regular |
South
of France |
| September
7, 14, 21, 28 |
Regular |
South
of France |
| October
5, 12, 19, 26 |
Mid |
South
of France |
| November
2, 9 |
Value |
South
of France |
NOTE
- March departure dates are available for charter
groups only
NOTE - November departures will be Provence
& Camargue Cruise |
THEME CRUISES ARE AVAILABLE FOR CHARTERS
| 2008 THEME CRUISES |
| Golf Cruise ( available for
Charter Groups only) |
$598 per
golfer |
| Walking Cruise (
available for Charter Groups only) |
$3,478 per
charter |
| The supplement includes the services of a professional
Walking guide throughout the cruise |
| Wine Charter - ( available for Charter
Groups only) |
$3,478 per
charter |
| NOTE:The
supplement includes the services of a professional wine
guide throughout the
cruise and an upgrade to the wine list on board, to include
some Premier and Grand Cru wines |
MEETING POINT
FRANCE - Canal du Midi
-
Montpellier-
The Metropole – Sunday 4pm
End of Cruise- Montpellier Train Station, Airport or The Metropole
Hotel by about 11am
(Meeting points for November departure may vary. TBA at time
of booking)
Anjodi Barge
Information
THE 8 PASSENGER ANJODI ....
is of classic Dutch design, specifically rebuilt to navigate the
300 year old Canal du Midi. She has been completely re-furbished
in the tasteful tradition of African hardwoods,hand-crafted panelling
and shining brass, creating a comfortable and charming ambience
The well
planned accommodation offers a choice of four air-conditioned twin/double
staterooms with full en-suite facitlities. The sun deck is spacious
and has a heated sunken Jacuzzi
Anjodi's
highly professional crew of four is comprised of Master Chef, Tour
guide and Stewardess, led by a knowledgeable and experienced Captain
who will ensure your cruise is memorable and more.!
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| Cruise Highlights
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Cuisine Aboard |
- All-inclusive
open bar, free wines,gourmet cuisine, entry
fees to excursions
- Tour
Carcassonne, the most complete medieval fortified city in
existence
- Visit
the ancient Roman city of Narbonne
- Explore
the 12th century hill-top fort of Minerve
- Private
tastings of Corbières and Minervois Wine at Château
Gasparets
- See
the Pyrenees mountains across the vineyards and discover
Cathar history
- Experience
Lezignan's colorful market
- Visit
Béziers cathedral and 600 B.C. L'Oppium D'Enserune
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Regional
Specialities
Noisette d'Agneau en Croûte de
Sel avec Sauce Romarin, Ragout
de Calamars "Provençàle" |
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Wine
Cellar
Domain de Guéry, Château de
Nouvelles, La Clape, Château la
Condamine Bertrand
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Cheese
Board
Le Saint-Remois, Fromage de
Chévre au Poivre at au Thyme,
Tomme de Valdeblore |
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ITINERARY
CARCASSONE TO BEZIERS
SUNDAY - HOMPS
Passengers are met by the Captain at 4pm at The Metropole Hotel
in Montpellier. Transfer to Anjodi, moored in the port of Homps.
Champagne welcome followed by time to relax or take a stroll along
the footpath or into the village, before dinner on board.
MONDAY - HOMPS TO LE SOMAILl
Fascinating morning tour of Carcassonne. Dating back to the Gallo-Roman
era, this is the most complete mediaeval fortified city in existence
today. With its 52 watchtowers, portcullis and extraordinary repertoire
of defenses, which resisted the many armies that tried to storm
this glorious Camelot setting. Afternoon cruise along the 330 year
old Midi Canal to the delightful village of Le Somail, through vineyards
and pine trees. Dinner aboard.
TUESDAY - LE SOMAIL TO CAPESTANG
Enjoy a morning cruise along the historic Midi canal to Argeliers.
This afternoon's excursion is to Minerve, the ancient capital of
the Minervois, which boasts a 12th century Cathar fort surrounded
by deep limestone gorges. Besieged by Simon de Montfort in 1215,
its hilltop location affords spectacular views. A fascinating recreation
in miniature of the bloodthirsty Cathar rebellion and small museum
complete this intriguing picture. Lunch ashore in a local auberge.
Twilight cruise along arguably the most picturesque stretch of canal
scenery in France to Capestang, where we moor near the old stone
bridge, a perfect setting for evening cocktails and dinner aboard.
WEDNESDAY - CAPESTANG TO BEZIERS
Today's excursion is to Narbonne, a Roman Mediterranean capital
where the Visigoth monarchs once lived. Enjoy a visit to the Archbishop's
Palace and Horreum. Explore the indoor market at the hub of this
bustling canal side town, where you will have time to shop or simply
absorb the relaxed atmosphere. After an afternoon cruise to Beziers
via the world’s oldest cannel tunnel at Malpas, walk ashore
to Domaine de Guery for a pre-dinner wine tasting of the full-bodied
Corbieres at this 500 year old vineyard. Dinner aboard.
THURSDAY - BEZIERS TO AGDE
A morning visit to Beziers' 13th century fortified cathedral of
Saint Nazaire, with a commanding view across to the Pyrenees Mountains.
Explore l'Oppidum D'Enserune, a pre-Roman hilltop settlement with
Greek and Iberian excavations dating from 600 BC. Descend the 7
lock flight of Fonserannes and cross the aqueduct over the River
Orb before cruising down to the Mediterranean town of Agde in the
afternoon. Dinner aboard.
FRIDAY - AGDE TO MARSEILLAN
After a chance to explore the winding mediaeval streets of the old
Greco/Phoenician fishing port of Agde, Anjodi sets off through the
famous round lock, before heading out onto the inland saltwater
lake of Thau, past the Oyster beds. After mooring in the fishing
village of Marseillan, we stroll around the port and tour the unique
'Vermoutherie' of Noilly Prat, with a tasting. Optional pre-dinner
dip in the Mediterranean! Captain’s Farewell Dinner aboard.
SATURDAY - MARSEILLAN TO BEZIERS
BY ROAD
After breakfast, return to Beziers.
CARCASSONE TO BEZIERS ITINERARY
SUNDAY - MARSEILLAN
You will be
met at The Metropole Hotel in Montpellier at 4pm. You will be escorted
by minibus to Anjodi moored in the fishing village of Marseillan.
Champagne welcome followed by time to relax or take a stroll around
this lovely fishing village and along the towpath. Dinner aboard.
MONDAY - MARSEILLAN - AGDE
A morning visit
and tour of the unique “Vermoutherie” of Noilly Prat,
with a tasting. Optional pre-lunch dip in the Mediterranean! Cruise
this afternoon across the saltwater lake of Thau, past the oyster
beds and through the famous round lock before mooring in the old
Greco/Phoenician fishing port of Agde. A chance late afternoon to
explore the winding, mediaeval streets before dinner on board.
TUESDAY = AGDE - BEZIERS
This morning
we cross the aqueduct over the River Orb and then ascend the 7-lock
flight of Foserannes and join the 300 year old Canal du Midi in
Beziers. After lunch we visit Beziers’ 13th Century fortified
cathedral of Saint Nazaire, with a commanding view across the Pyrenees
Mountains. Explore l’Oppidum D’Enserune, a pre-Roman
hill-top settlement of Greek and Iberian excavations dating from
600 BC. Return to the barge and walk ashore to Domaine de Guery
for a pre-dinner wine tasting of the full-bodied Corbieres at this
500 year old vineyard. Dinner on board
WEDNESDAY - BEZIERS - CAPESTANG
Morning cruise
from Beziers via the World’s oldest canal tunnel at Malpas,
to Capestang. An afternoon visit to Narbonne, a Roman Mediterranean
capital where the Visigoth monarchs once lived. Enjoy a visit to
the Archbishop’s Palace and Horreum. Explore the indoor market
at the hub of this bustling canal side town, where you will have
time to shop or simply absorb the relaxed atmosphere. Our mooring
in Capestang this evening, is near the old stone bridge, a perfect
setting for evening cocktails and dinner on board.
THURSDAY - CAPESTANG - LE SOMAIL
Morning cruise
along arguably the most picturesque stretch of canal scenery in
France to Argeliers and then along the historic Midi Canal to the
delightful village of Le Somail. Late morning we depart for Minerve
where we enjoy lunch in a local auberge. After lunch we explore
Minerve, the ancient capital of the Minervois, which boast a 12th
Century Cathar fort surrounded by deep limestone gorges. Besieged
by Simon de Montfort in 1215, its hill-top location affords spectacular
views. A fascinating recreation in miniature of the bloodthirsty
Cathar rebellion and small museum complete the intriguing picture.
Dinner on board.
FRIDAY - LE SOAMIL - HOMPS
Morning cruise
along the tree-lined Midi Canal to the port of Homps. Fascinating
afternoon tour of Carcassonne. Dating back to the Gallo-Roman era,
this is the most complete mediaeval fortified city in existence
today. With its 52 watchtowers, portcullis and extraordinary repertoire
of defenses, it resisted the many armies that tried to storm this
Camelot setting. Captain's Farewell Dinner aboard.
SATURDAY - HOMPS - BEZIERS
After Breakfast,
depart from Homps by minibus and return to Montpellier by about
11am
NOTE:
In late autumn, Anjodi embarks on Roman architecture and wine appreciation
cruises in the Camargue/Provence region. Visits include: Avignon,
Van Gogh's Arles, and Chateauneuf du Pape. Golf, Tennis and Art
charters are also available.
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here to see our Sample Southern Itinerary.
This
is a sample itinerary and is subject to change.
On alternate weeks, cruise
will be in reverse
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