EARLY BOOKING DISCOUNT 5%
Discount if you Book between 1st and 7th July
and Pay in Full by 7th July 2008
CRUISING BELGIUM, FRANCE & HOLLAND
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2008 Rates in Australian Dollars
With individual bookings, prices are per person at double occupancy
Single occupancy of double cabins is restricted per cruise, on request
with ship’s company
With full charters the itineraries (West, Centre, North) can be
switched Full charter price, based on mentioned program. Without
fixed program, full charter price available on request
LUXURY MOTOR YACHT CRUISES….
THE 12 PASSENGER Savoir Faire.... features six staterooms. Each
can be configured with two twin beds or with one queen bed. Staterooms
2 through 6 each have a separate toilet and shower. Stateroom 1
has a large bathroom with shower. All cabins offer good lighting,
a large number of electrical outlets, and include 220v European
standard and 110v U.S. standard power outlets. In the public areas,
the Savoir Faire is unique with five separate areas for passenger
enjoyment -- whether for a personal retreat, a quiet conversation,
a small group get-together, or for all passengers to enjoy together.
The salon, dining area, and bar are finished in mahogany, teak and
brass, decorated with antiques and paintings collected over the
years
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Cruise Highlights
Cruise Highlights
Paris-Auxerre
Itinerary
Cruise
through Paris
Visit
to Fontainebleau
Visit
the wine town of Chablis
Visit
the pilgrimage town of Vezelay
Tulip
Cruise Itinerary
Visit
Zaanse Schans windmill village
Visit
Amsterdam and cruise the river Amstel
Visit
Aalsmeer the world’s biggest flower auction
Visit
Gouda and Haarlem
Visit
Delft and its famous potteries
Visit
the Keukenhof gardens
ITINERARY
BARGE CRUISE ITINERARY = PARIS - AUXERRE
SUNDAY
(Moored in the heart of Paris at the Port Arsenal, Bastille) Our
chauffeurs collect you from Hotel Ampere in Paris at 2pm and escort
you to the Savoir Faire, moored at the Port Arsenal, Bastille in
the very heart of the city, for a Champagne Welcome. You will have
an opportunity to explore the area before we depart for our exclusive
evening cruise through Paris past the magnificent church of Notre
Dame, the resplendent Louvre art gallery and the symbolic Eiffel
Tower. After dinner we continue our cruise through Paris beneath
the floodlit Eiffel Tower and illuminated bridges to your overnight
mooring. Dinner on board
MONDAY
(Cruise from Paris to Samois) We set off from the Arsenal bright
and early to begin your cruise south along the mighty Seine towards
Burgundy. Once past the reaches of Paris, the landscape begins to
unfold revealing the tranquil beauty so sought after by busy city
folk. Your excursion today is to the magnificent chateau of Fontainebleau.
Every royal family has added their architectural signature, resulting
in an unrivalled display of opulence. Afterwards you will be able
to explore the shops and boutiques of Fontainebleau. This evening
we shall be moored beneath the hilltop town of Samois, a favorite
amongst painters and poets. Opportunity to stroll or cycle along
the shaded river bank. Dinner on board
TUESDAY
(Cruise from Samois to Sens) We begin the day with a peaceful cruise
along the last stretch of the Seine before joining the river Yonne
that takes us south towards Burgundy, the land of Counts and fine
wines. This morning there will be opportunities to cycle alongside
the river and explore villages close by. After lunch on board, your
guide will escort you to the medieval town of Provins where you
can explore ancient ramparts, watch a falconry show and browse around
the boutiques and shops. Provins is now listed as a UNESCO World
Heritage site and is listed amongst the most interesting towns in
France. Dinner on board
WEDNESDAY (Cruise
from Sens to Joigny) This morning we set off along the Yonne towards
our overnight mooring at the riverside town of Joigny, where cobbled
streets and timbered-framed buildings take you back to a bygone
era. After a pleasant cruise through opening landscapes we stop
at Villeneuve-sur-Yonne for lunch on board.After lunch we visit
Cathedral of St Stephen, the first of the great Gothic cathedrals
of France. The beauty of the exterior dominates the main square
of Sens. Begun in 1140 AD, this magnificent building houses one
of the richest treasuries in France. In addition to this there is
a tour of the museum, which is in the 13th Century synodal palace,
situated in the former archbishop's residence. It houses a fascinating
exhibition of Gallo-Roman mosaics and works of art from the cathedral.
Dinner on board.
THURSDAY
(Cruise from Joigny to Gurgy) This morning we set off on our cruise
to the riverside hamlet of Gurgy. Today is the perfect opportunity
for those who wish to cycle alongside the ship as she glides gently
by. After lunch we take a short drive to Chablis, home to some of
the greatest wines in Burgundy. We have selected the small family
operation of Domaine Laroche for an intimate tour of their cellar.
A comprehensive wine tasting rounds off this fascinating visit.
Afterwards we drive through the wine village of Irancy and on to
St Bris, where we shall visit the 12th Century underground cellars
of Bersan and Fils. Dinner on board.
FRIDAY
(Cruise from Gurgy to Auxerre) Our final cruise takes us along the
upper reaches of the Yonne to Auxerre, the most beautiful of all
river towns, and we arrive in time for lunch, after which you have
the option of two visits. The first visit offered is to explore
this Auxerre, with the Cathedral of Saint-Etienne dominating the
skyline. Behind its apparent simplicity lies one of the finest examples
of Gothic architecture in France. Undoubtedly one of the prettiest
towns in France. The town's magnificent monuments, which include
a splendid 15th Century clock tower, all bear witness to a remarkable
historical past.
The
second visit to choose from is to the world famous hilltop town
of Vezelay, forty minutes from Auxerre. Listed as a UNESCO world
heritage site, Vezelay has been a place of worship since the Middle
Ages and is a rallying point for the pilgrimage of Saint-Jacques
de Compostelle. It is from here that the second and third crusades
were launched, the latter by Richard the Lionheart. Dominating this
medieval town is the Basilica Sainte-Madeleine, one of the most
impressive churches in France. Streets lined with 15th Century timber-framed
buildings house art galleries, boutiques and shops. Quiet parks
offer panoramic views of the surrounding countryside and underground
cellars the opportunity to taste the wines from the surrounding
vineyards. Later your chauffeurs will escort you back to the "Savoir
Faire." This evening, after pre-dinner cocktails, we present
our farewell Captain's Dinner. You are joined by your hosts for
what promises to be a meal to remember.
SATURDAY
(Departure at 9.30am) After a hearty breakfast you are driven by
our chauffeurs to your hotel or airport in Paris.
Note:
This is a sample itinerary. Itineraries are flexible and may be
changed according to passenger requests and local conditions. The
itinerary is in the reverse direction every other cruise week.
SAVOIR FAIRE TULIP CRUISE ITINERARY = HAARLEM TO
HAARLEM
SUNDAY
We meet at an Amsterdam hotel in the city centre at 2pm (Schiphol
Airport pickup can also be arranged) and transfer to the barge moored
in the center of Haarlem for a Champagne welcome. We will relax
for the afternoon with a cruise to Zaandam, where we will moor for
the night and you will enjoy your first gourmet dinner on board.
MONDAY
After breakfast we will take a short drive to the Zaanse Schans
to visit a working windmill, a clog maker and a cheese maker. In
the afternoon we will cruise to Amsterdam, through the heart of
the city where the small canals and architecture will take you back
to a previous century and then along the Amstel River to Ouderkerk.
Dinner on board.
TUESDAY
An early rise and drive to the colorful flower auction in Aalsmeer.
Upon return we will set off for a cruise on the canals to the cheese
Mecca of Gouda. After lunch, we will take a drive out to a local
cheese farm. Besides cheese, you will find beautiful buildings,
excellent shopping and the most magnificent stained glass windows
in Holland. Dinner on board.
WEDNESDAY
A morning cruise to Rotterdam through the center of this busy port
and then onto Delft. Visit the Delft Pottery works, where porcelain
is still handmade and painted. Spend the rest of the afternoon strolling
around this beautiful historic Dutch city. Dinner on board
THURSDAY
A morning cruise through the canals past Leiden, across the Brasemmer
Lakes to Oude Wetering. Spend the afternoon at the famous Keukenhof
Gardens with the largest display of flowers in the world. Here you
will see hundreds of varieties of tulips, hyacinths, and other beautiful
bulbous plants. Dinner on board
FRIDAY
Morning cruise to Haarlem, a picturesque town and the home of the
famous Dutch painter Frans Hals where we will tour its museum. Farewell
celebration on board and your last elegant gourmet dinner.
SATURDAY
This will be your last breakfast on board. You will then be driven
to either the Schiphol Airport or your hotel in Amsterdam.
Note:
This is a sample itinerary. Itineraries are flexible and may be
changed according to passenger
This
is a sample itinerary and is subject to change.
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