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European Waterways - La Belle Epoque - France - 2008

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EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT
5% Discount if you Book between 1st and 7th July and Pay in Full by 7th July 2008

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CRUISING BURGUNDY AND PROVENCE

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 10 guests wholeboat $47,917 $54,167
Charter 11 guests wholeboat $49,375 $55,833
Charter 12 guests wholeboat $50,833 $57,500
Charter 13 guests wholeboat $52,292 $59,167
Junior Suite per person $4,479 $5,104
Suite per person $4,688 $5,396
Single Supplement $1,667 $1,875
Single Cabin $4,896 $5,604

Child Discount - $313 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
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2008 DEPARTURE DATES - (sundays) RATE ROUTE
March 23, 30 Value Burgundy
April 6, 13, 20 Value Burgundy
April 22 Regular Burgundy
May 4,11, 18, 25 Regular Burgundy
June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Regular Burgundy
July 6, 13, 20, 27 Regular Burgundy
August 3, 10, 17, 24 Value Burgundy
August 31 Regular Burgundy
September 7, 14, 21, 28 Regular Burgundy
October 5, 12, 19 Regular Burgundy
October 26 Value Burgundy
November 2, 9 Value Burgundy
March departure dates are available for Charter Groups only

THEME CRUISES 2008 RATES

2008 THEME CRUISES FOR CHARTERS
Cycling Cruise $5,729 per charter
Available for Charter Groups only. Includes an upgrade of bicycles and the services of a Professional Burgundy Cycling Guide
Wine Cruise $5,729 per charter
Available for Charter Groups only-includes upgrade of the wine list throughout the cruise and the services of a professional Wine Tour Guide

MEETING POINT
France - Paris - Hotel Ampere – Sunday 1.30pm
End of cruise: Transfer back to Hotel Ampere in Paris by about 1pm

La Belle Epoque Barge Information


THE 12 PASSENGER LA BELLE EPOQUE....
is a state-of-the-art hotel barge and the worthy flagship of our European fleet. She has been designed with both elegance and passenger comfort in mind, and offers a sun-deck spa pool, plus sauna and fitness studio, wood panelled saloon and dining room, together with other luxury facilities, all fully air-conditioned. The spacious cabins offer a choice of twin or double beds, with marble en-suite facilities.
The highly experienced Captain leads a crew of five comprising Master Chef, Tour Guide and two Stewardesses whose combined knowledge and experience will ensure a voyage of a lifetime.

La Belle Epoque - 128 foot long luxury barge La Belle Epoque - morning cruise on the Nivernais Canal La Belle Epoque - wood panelled saloon and dining room La Belle Epoque - lower and upper sun decks La Belle Epoque - optional hot air ballooning
La Belle Epoque - carries 12 touring bikes for shore excursions La Belle Epoque - on deck jacuzzi La Belle Epoque - morning balloon excursion La Belle Epoque - unique onboard sauna La Belle Epoque - relaxing cruise in ultimate comfort
La Belle Epoque - twin or double suite La Belle Epoque - your onboard chef La Belle Epoque - discover regional cheeses and fine wines La Belle Epoque - excursion to Vézelay Church La Belle Epoque - Chateau of Bazoches
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Cruise Highlights Cuisine Aboard
  • All-inclusive - open bar, free wines,gourmet cuisine,
    entry fees to excursions
  • Explore enchanting Auxerre
  • Wine tasting of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in a 12th
    Century cellar
  • Visit St. Bris with its underground passages
  • Foie Gras tasting with a noble Chablis
  • Visit Vézelay, a medieval hilltop village
  • Gastronomic dinner ashore
  • Optional Hot Air Ballooning

Regional Specialities
Filet d'Agneau au Basilic, Magret
de Canard, Poulet à L'Estragon

Wine Cellar
Chablis, Vosne Romanée,
Domaine Laroche,
Nuit St-Georges, Epineuil

Cheese Board
Aisy Cendré, Bouton de Culotte,
Epoisses, Ami du Chambertin


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ITINERARY FOR CLAMECY TO AUXERRE

Sunday, Day 1
CLAMECY TO AUXERRE
At 1.30 pm you are met at Ampere Villiers Hotel in Paris and escorted to the elegant La Belle Epoque. The Captain and crew welcome you aboard with a glass of Champagne. Stroll through the logging capital of Clamecy before dinner aboard.

Monday, Day 2
CLAMECY TO LUCY SUR YONNE
This morning we leave Clamecy and cruise to Lucy sur Yonne. In the afternoon we visit the Chateau of Bazoches, whose illustrious visitors included Richard the Lionheart and which was later renovated Maréchal Vauban. Dinner aboard.

Tuesday, Day 3
LUCY SUR YONNE TO MAILLY LA BELLE
This morning a visit to the Ferme de Joux provides us with an interesting insight into the production of foie gras. We then cruise to the renowned Saussois cliffs, international climbing centre and then on to Mailly la Ville. There is ample opportunity for walking and cycling today. Dinner on board.

Wednesday, Day 4
MAILLY LA VILLE TO ACCOLAY
We start the day with a cruise to the sleepy village of Accolay. From here we make an excursion to Vezelay, one of Burgundy’s treasures, where the basilica contains the reliquary of Mary Magdalene. Dinner ashore in local auberge.

Thursday, Day 5
ACCOLAY TO THE CAVES DE BAILY
This morning’s cruise takes us to the Caves de Bailly. The afternoon excursion is to St Bris with its extraordinary network of subterranean medieval passages. A wine tasting in the 12th century cellars of Monsieur Bersan introduces us to outstanding Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines. Dinner aboard.

Friday, Day 6
THE CAVES DE BAILY TO AUXERRE
This morning we take in the rustic beauty of vineyard-clad slopes as we cruise to Auxerre. In Auxerre visit the cathedral of St Etienne and wander the streets lined with half-timbered houses. Shopping opportunities abound in Auxerre. A sumptuous Captain's Farewell Dinner completes the day.

Saturday, Day 7
AUXERRE TO PARIS
A last leisurely breakfast, then return to Paris by about 1pm

This is a sample itinerary and is subject to change.
On alternate weeks, cruise will be in reverse


ITINERARY FOR AUXERRE TO CLAMECY

Sunday, Day 1
PARIS TO AUXERRE
Guests are met at Hotel Ampere in Paris at 1:30 PM and transferred to the elegant La Belle Époque in Auxerre, Burgundy. Following a Champagne Welcome, you are free to explore the medieval town of Auxerre or take a stroll along the banks of the river Yonne before returning for dinner aboard.

Monday, Day 2
AUXERRE TO THE CAVES DE BAILLY
Our morning cruise takes us past vineyard-clad hillside to our rural mooring below the Caves de Bailly. The afternoon excursion is to St Bris with its extraordinary network of medieval passages beneath the town. A wine tasting introduces you to the outstanding Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines produced in Monsieur Bersan’s 12th century cellars. Dinner aboard

Tuesday, Day 3
THE CAVES DE BAILLY TO ACCOLAY
An excursion to the town of Auxerre allows us to discover the medieval town centre. Originally the capital of Lower Burgundy, Auxerre prides itself on its fine churches. We cruise through rich pasturelands and past grazing Charolais cattle to Accolay. Dinner ashore in a local auberge.

Wednesday, Day 4
ACCOLAY TO MAILLY LA VILLE
This morning, we cruise southwards through the Yonne valley past dramatic steep cliffs to the market town of Mailly. In the afternoon we enjoy an excursion to the town of Vézelay, one of Burgundy’s most famous treasures with the Romanesque Basilica of St Mary Magdalene, craft shops and fine views of the surrounding countryside. Dinner aboard.

Thursday, Day 5
MAILLY LA VILLE TO LUCY SUR YONNE
In the morning we cruise past the Saussois cliffs where an international climbing centre creates a spectacular setting. Mooring at Lucy sur Yonne, we visit the Chateau of Bazoches, whose illustrious visitors included Richard the Lionheart and which was later renovated by Maréchal Vauban, Dinner aboard.

Friday, Day 6
LUCY SUR YONNE TO CLAMECY
A visit to Ferme de Joux provides us with an interesting insight into the production of foie gras in the morning. A cruise through beautiful countryside then takes us to Clamecy. Take a short walk into Clamecy for a tour of the Cathedral and also the Logging and Barging Museum. There is also time to wander through the narrow streets lined with ancient buildings and an opportunity for shopping before returning to the barge. Captain’s farewell dinner aboard.

Saturday, Day 7
CLAMECY TO PARIS
Disembark after breakfast, and arrive at Hotel Ampere in Paris by about 1pm.

This is a sample itinerary and is subject to change.
On alternative weeks the cruise is in reverse direction. This itinerary is subject to change

 

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