EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT
10%
Discount if you Book between 1st and 22nd July
and Pay in Full by 22 July 2008
CRUISING BURGUNDY / FRANCHE COMTE
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 October
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| 2008 Rates in Australian Dollars |
| ACCOMMODATION |
VALUE |
REGULAR |
| Charter
6 guests wholeboat |
$30,208 |
$32,542 |
| Charter
7 guests wholeboat |
$32,542 |
$34,875 |
| Charter
8 guests wholeboat |
$34,875 |
$37,208 |
| Stateroom
per person |
$4,875 |
$5,208 |
| Single
Supplement |
$1,219 |
$2,604 |
| Child
Discount -
$313 discount
is offer to children aged 12 - 17 inclusive travelling with
adults
Note: TGV transfers to / from between Paris & Local Train
Station are included in the costs of the cruise.
Times
of trains to be confirmed at time of booking
Rates,
additional charges and conditions are subject to change,
and to
currency fluctuation, without notice - Errors and Omissions
Excepted 140607cm |
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| 2008 DEPARTURE DATES - (sundays) |
RATE |
ROUTE |
| April
6, 13, 20, 27 |
Value |
Burgundy
/ Franche Comte |
| May
4, 11, 18, 25 |
Regular |
Burgundy
/ Franche Comte |
| June
1, 8 , 15, 22, 29 |
Regular |
Burgundy
/ Franche Comte |
| July
6, 13, 20, 27 |
Value |
Burgundy
/ Franche Comte |
| August
4, 10, 17, 24, 31 |
Value |
Burgundy
/ Franche Comte |
| September
7, 14, 21, 28 |
Regular |
Burgundy
/ Franche Comte |
| October
5, 12, 19, 26 |
Value |
Burgundy
/ Franche Comte |
MEETING POINT
TVG tickets are included in the costs of the cruise and therefore
you will be met off the train at the local TGV station by
a barge representative and transferred directly to the barge
on sunday afternoon
Hirondelle Barge
Information
THE 8 PASSENGER HIRONDELLE ....
The 8 passenger Hirondelle, owned and operated by Afloat in France,
cruises some of the most tranquil and beautiful waterways in all
of Europe: the Canal de Bourgogne, the Canal du Centre, the Canal
du Rhône au Rhine and the River Saône.
The
large windows, well above the water line, and the sun-deck on the
top deck of the boat make it easy for you to enjoy the passing scenery
of Burgundy and Franche-Comté: renowned for their vineyards,
Gothic churches and abbeys, Renaissance châteaux and picturesque
villages.
Burgundy
is a region of France in which gastronomic delights and the art
of living have reigned supreme since Roman times.
Excursions
are arranged to places with story-book names, whether it be the
quaint town of Dole, the famous museum in Dijon, the castle in Châteauneuf
or to Besançon, birthplace of Victor Hugo.
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ITINERARY
BESANCON TO DIJON ITINERARY
SUNDAY - PARIS TO BESANCON
Depart Paris, Gare de Lyon, on the TGV train in the afternoon. On
arrival at Dijon station you are met by the Captain who transfers
you to where the barge is moored at Besançon beneath the
King’s tower of the Citadel. A champagne reception welcomes
you on board and gives you a chance to meet the crew. This evening
the barge remains in Besançon, giving you the opportunity
to view this bustling city.
MONDAY - VISIT THE CITADEL, CRUISE
TO OSSELLE
Following a typical French breakfast your guide escorts you on a
tour of the Citadel, designed in the 17th century by Vauban, military
architect to Louis XIV. Leaving Besançon by boat is quite
spectacular; the barge cruises a short distance up the River Doubs
before turning into the canal tunnel and passing directly underneath
the Citadel. Emerging downstream of the town we begin our descent
of the Doubs Valley until reaching our first day’s destination,
a quiet mooring near the sleepy town of Osselle.
TUESDAY - CRUISE TO DOLE, VISIT
THE ARBOIS REGION
The boat continues to cruise downstream, alternating between the
river and sections of the Canal du Rhône au Rhine, which traverses
the rugged Franche-Comté and Jura regions. Today’s
visits are to Arbois, the principal town of the Jura wine producing
region, and a walking tour of Dole, including the magnificent cathedral
and La Maison Pasteur, home of Louis Pasteur.
WEDNESDAY - CRUISE TO ST. JEAN
DE LOSNE, VISIT BEAUNE
Enjoy the lovely countryside of the Franche Comté cruising
from Dole on the very scenic Canal du Rhône au Rhine to St.
Jean de Losne, the barging capital of France. After lunch, your
guide escorts you on a walking tour of Beaune, the capital of Burgundy
to visit the famous Hotel Dieu, Hospice de Beaune. Tonight’s
mooring is St. Jean de Losne. Take some time to stroll around the
port to see the many working and pleasure barges.
THURSDAY - CRUISE TO LONGECOURT,
VISIT CLOS DE VOUGEOT
Today, the barge crosses the plain from the Saône to Dijon
on the Canal de Bourgogne. This afternoon, visit the Côte
d’Or, planted with vines that produce some of the world’s
most famous wines. Your guide takes you on a tour of “Clos
de Vougeot”, a medieval chateau 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.
Your tour is followed by wine tasting
FRIDAY - VISIT DIJON, CRUISE
TO DIJON
After breakfast, your guide takes you on a walking tour of Dijon,
including a visit to the Ducal Palace, the market, and the Grey
Poupon mustard shop. Tour the Musée des Beaux Arts and explore
Dijon at your leisure. Return to the boat for lunch and an afternoon
cruise. That evening the chef has prepared a memorable feast for
your farewell gala dinner.
SATURDAY - DISEMBARK DIJON TO
PARIS
After breakfast disembark the barge and transfer to Dijon station
for your return to Paris on the TGV. On arrival at Paris Gare de
Lyon, you are met by our representative who will assist you with
your baggage.
This
is a sample itinerary and is subject to change.
On alternate weeks, cruise
will be in reverse
DIJON TO ESCOMMES ITINERARY
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 Captain who escorts
you on your transfer to Dijon’s Port du Canal where you board
the barge for your cruise through Burgundy. A champagne reception
welcomes you and gives you a chance to meet the crew. A delicious
dinner is be served later that evening.
MONDAY - CRUISE TO FLEURY-SUR-OUCHE,
VISIT CHATEAU DU CLOS DE VOUGEOT
As you leave Dijon the canal turns to the southwest and follows
the river Ouche where small-unspoiled villages and green forested
hills provide you with exceptional views from the deck. This afternoon’s
excursion is a dégustation in Chambolle Musigny and a visit
to Château du 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. The barge moors for the night in Fleury-sur-Ouche,
a small village from which you may enjoy a stroll around.
TUESDAY - CRUISE TO GISSEY, VISIT
DIJON
After breakfast, while the barge cruises to Gissey, your guide takes
you on a walking tour of Dijon. Visit the Ducal Palace, the market
and the Grey Poupon mustard shop. Return to the boat for lunch and
an afternoon’s cruise to the charming village of Gissey.
WEDNESDAY - CRUISE TO LA BUSSIERE,
VISIT BEAUNE
Spend the morning relaxing on the top deck and watching the scenery
glide by as the barge cruises along. After lunch your guide escorts
you to Beaune, capital of the wine region of Burgundy, to visit
to the famous Hôtel-Dieu, Hospice de Beaune and enjoy a tasting
of some of the magnificent local wines.
THURSDAY - CRUISE TO PONT D'
OUCHE, VISIT CHATEAU DE COMMARIN
After breakfast, your guide takes you to visit the Abbey de la Bussiere
built in the 12th century under the guidance of the Cistercian monks
from Cluny. Back on board for lunch. In the afternoon your guide
takes you to visit the Château de Commarin; an interesting
castle whose celebrated tapestries with the coat of arms of the
Vienne family, take the place of a family tree.
FRIDAY - CRUISE ESCOMMES, VISIT
CHATEAUNEUF-EN-AUXOIS
After a morning cruise we stop at Repe and make a visit to Châteauneuf-en-Auxois.
Both the village and the château have a long and interesting
history. Back on board for lunch and some more cruising before a
visit to the Abbaye de Fontenay one of the oldest Cistercian monasteries
in Europe. Meanwhile the chef is preparing a feast for your farewell
dinner.
SATURDAY - DIJON TO PARIS
After breakfast disembark the barge and transfer to Dijon station.
Return to Paris (Gare de Lyon) on the TGV where you are met by our
representative to assist you with your luggage.
This
is a sample itinerary and is subject to change.
On alternate weeks, cruise
will be in reverse
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