| DEPARTURE DATES - (sundays) |
RATE |
ROUTE |
| March 20, 27 |
Value |
Burgundy |
| April
3, 10, 17, 24 |
Value |
Burgundy |
| May
1, 8 |
Value |
Burgundy |
| May
15, 22, 29 |
Regular |
Burgundy |
| June
5, 12, 19, 26 |
Regular |
Burgundy |
| July
3, 10, 17 |
Regular |
Burgundy |
| July
24, 31 |
Value |
Burgundy |
| August
7, 14, 21 |
Value |
Burgundy |
| August 28 |
Regular |
Burgundy |
| September
4, 11, 18, 25 |
Regular |
Burgundy |
| October
2, 9 |
Regular |
Burgundy |
| October
16, 23, 30 |
Value |
Burgundy |
| November
6 |
Value |
Burgundy |
| 2
Passengers required on all departures to guarantee
the cruise except
November when a minimum of 4 passengers are required |
MEETING
POINT
France -
Paris - Hotel
Ampere 1.30pm
L'Art
de Vivre Barge Information
THE 8 PASSENGER
L'ART DE VIVRE ....
started life as a Scottish munitions carrier and survived long enough
to be transformed by a team of skilled crafts-men into a floating celebration
of the Burgundian "good life". Your
crew of four comprises Captain, Tour guide, Master Chef and Hostess,
all with a love for the Nivernais canal, and all secure in the knowledge
that their vessel represents L'Art de Vivre itself.
The
region simply oozes charm and the cruise is a journey
back in time along a magical waterway. The
Upper Nivernais remains an undiscovered region, well
off the beaten track on the edge of the Morvan hills.
The sleepy hamlets, white grazing Charolais cattle, woods
and forrests are typical of the scenery we cruise through.
During
the summer months we visit the Valley of Sardy, a canal
section with smaller locks, where time seems to have
stood still for over two hundred years. The hand-swung
bridges are a delight and we pass old logging sites which
are now almost forgotten memory for the local people. This
is the original home of luxury hotel barging and yet
today, a barge is a rarity, welcomed by all, and every
journey is a great event.
| Cruise
Highlights |
Cuisine
Aboard |
- All-inclusive
open bar, free wines,gourmet cuisine,
entry fees to excursions
- Medieval
town of Clamecy and 13th century cathedral
- 16
Lock flight at Valley of Sardy
- Foie
Gras tasting, with a noble Chablis
- Visit
the 16th Century home of Marechal Vauban
- Tour
the hill-top basilica of Vézelay
- Wine
tasting at Precy le Moult
- Optional
Hot Air Ballooning
|
Regional
Specialities
Terrine de Pêcheur façon Maison,
Tourte Chaude d'Escargots à la
Ciboulette, Filet de Rouget au Safron
|
|
Wine
Cellar
Sancerre, Chablis, Pouilly
Fumé,Cote de Nuits, Hautes Côtes
de Beaune
|
|
Cheese
Board
Brie, Maroilles, Pont L'Eveque,
St Marcellin
|
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to Clamecy Itineraries
Sunday, Day 1 Clamecy
Guests are met at Laroche Migennes train station and transferred
to the elegant L’Art de Vivre in Clamecy. The Captain
and crew welcome you aboard with a glass of Champagne.
Stroll through Clamecy, the delightful logging capital
of Burgundy before dinner aboard.
Monday, Day 2 Clamecy to Lucy sur Yonne
This morning we leave Clamecy and enjoy a gentle cruise
to Lucy sur Yonne. In the afternoon we visit the Le Château
de Bazoches-du-Morvan, whose illustrious visitors included
Richard the Lionheart and which was later renovated Maréchal
Vauban. Dinner aboard.
Tuesday, Day 3 Lucy sur Yonne to Le Saussois
This morning we visit 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. We then cruise to the renowned
Saussois cliffs with their international climbing centre
and then on to Le Saussois. There is ample opportunity
for walking and cycling today. Dinner aboard.
Wednesday, Day 4 Le Saussois to Mailly la Ville
We start the day with a cruise to the sleepy village of
Mailly la Ville. Lunch ashore today at a wonderful auberge
Les Millesimes. After lunch, we enjoy a tour of the charming
mediaeval village of Noyers sur Surein, one of the most
beautiful villages in France, through delightful countryside.
Dinner aboard
Thursday, Day 5 Mailly la Ville to Vincelles
This morning’s cruise takes us through some delightful
locks and past vineyard-clad hillside to Vincelles. 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 Vincelles 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
Disembark after breakfast and arrive at Laroche Migennes
train station by 10am.
On alternate weeks the cruise is in reverse direction.
This itinerary is subject to change
Recommended Trains to book in advance: Paris Bercy to
Laroche Migennes Train departs Paris Bercy at 15.20hrs
arriving in Laroche Migennes at 16:38hrs. End of cruise
Laroche Migennes to Paris Bercy Train Saturday departs
10:24hrs arriving Paris Bercy at 11:44hrs.
Sunday, Day 1 Auxerre
Guests are met at Laroche Migennes train station at 16:45
and transferred to the elegant L’Art de Vivre 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 Vincelles
Our morning cruise takes us through some delightful locks
and past vineyard-clad hillsides to our rural mooring
at Vincelles. The afternoon excursion is to Chablis,
home of one of the most famous white wines in the world.
A tasting in one of the town’s aged cellars will
introduce you to some of the local Petit Chablis and
Chablis wines. Dinner aboard.
Tuesday, Day 3 Vincelles to Mailly la Ville
After breakfast, our excursion is to the medieval town
of Auxerre. Originally the capital of Lower Burgundy,
the town prides itself on its fine churches and particularly
its magnificent cathedral. We then return to the barge
for a cruise southwards through rich pasturelands past
grazing Charolais cattle to the market town of Mailly
la Ville. Dinner aboard.
Wednesday, Day 4 Mailly la Ville to Le Saussois
This morning, we visit the charming 14th century medieval
village of Noyers sur Surein, one of the most beautiful
villages in France, on an excursion through delightful
countryside. In the afternoon we cruise past the Saussois
cliffs, a stunning natural setting, with an international
climbing centre. There will also be the opportunity to
enjoy spectacular walks before returning for dinner aboard.
Thursday, Day 5 Le Saussois to Lucy sur Yonne
In the morning 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. Lunch ashore
today at a wonderful auberge Les Millesimes, followed by
an afternoon cruise through the Yonne valley to arrive
at Lucy sur Yonne. Dinner aboard.
Friday, Day 6 Lucy sur Yonne to Clamecy
A morning cruise through beautiful countryside takes us
to Clamecy. Take a short walk to visit the town, the
Collegiale de St Martin and also the Logging and Barging
Museum. The narrow streets lined with ancient buildings
also present an opportunity for shopping. In the afternoon,
we visit Le Château de Bazoches-du-Morvan, whose
illustrious visitors included Richard the Lionheart and
which was later remodelled by Maréchal Vauban.
Captain’s Farewell Dinner aboard.
Saturday, Day 7 Clamecy
Disembark after breakfast and arrive at Laroche Migennes
train station by 10am.
On alternate weeks the cruise is in reverse direction.
This itinerary is subject to change
Recommended Trains to book in advance: Paris Bercy to
Laroche Migennes Train departs Paris Bercy at 15.20hrs
arriving in Laroche Migennes at 16:38hrs. End of cruise
Laroche Migennes to Paris Bercy Train Saturday departs
10:24hrs arriving Paris Bercy at 11:44hrs. |
