EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT
5%
Discount if you Book between 1st and 7th July
and Pay in Full by 7th July 2008
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 290307cm |
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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.
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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
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Regional
Specialities
Filet d'Agneau au Basilic, Magret
de Canard, Poulet à L'Estragon |
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Wine
Cellar
Chablis, Vosne Romanée,
Domaine Laroche,
Nuit St-Georges, Epineuil
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Cheese
Board
Aisy Cendré, Bouton de Culotte,
Epoisses, Ami du Chambertin |
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Clamecy Itinerary
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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