Saturday, Day 1 - Dijon to Plombières
Guest are met at the Dijon train station at 3:00 PM and chauffeured to the barge moored in Dijon. Enjoy a welcome drink aboard and time to meet the crew and captain. Then settle in for a short cocktail cruise to Plombières. Dinner on the barge.
Sunday, Day 2 - Plombières to Fleurey-sur-Ouche
This morning, we visit a truffle farm at l'Or des Valois" to experience a truffle hunt with dogs and a tasting. Perfect place for Half Board guests to have lunch (lunch will be served onboard for Full Board guests).
Afternoon cruise to Fleurey-sur-Ouche, with plenty of opportunity to cycle and walk along the towpath exploring small villages along the route or just sitting on the deck and watching the world glide by. The Ouche Valley is known for its dense deciduous forest, wild boar, deer and birds of prey.
Dinner on board (for Full Board and Half Board guests).
Monday, Day 3 - Fleurey-sur-Ouche to "Lock 34"
This morning, we cruise along the canal to our mooring at Lock 34, where we have lunch on board.
Afternoon visit to Vosne Romanée for a prestigious wine tasting at the Domaine Rion.
For half board, dinner at "Lock 34", an authentic lock house converted into a welcoming gourmet "guinguette" for canal side dining, at guests' expense. Full board guests will dine on board.
Tuesday, Day 4 - Lock 34 to La Bussière
After breakfast we visit Dijon, the capital of the Dukes of Burgundy. Walk through the covered market, built by Eiffel, accompanied by Magnolia's chef who will help you choose the fresh products that he'll cook for lunch "à la plancha" on the deck's outdoor kitchen. In the afternoon, cruise to La Bussière. For half board, dinner at "L'Abbaye de La Bussière" at guests' expense. Full board guests will dine on board.
Wednesday, Day 5 - La Bussière to Pont d'Ouche
Morning cruise to Pont d'Ouche. Full Board guests will enjoy lunch onboard (Suggested restaurant for Half Board guests: "Le Bistrot Du Port"). In the afternoon, drive to the historic town of Beaune, the capital of wine production in Burgundy. Tour the world famous Hospice du Beaune built in 1443. Free time to browse the town and shop.
This evening, you are invited at the home of Magalis' parents for a "home hosted" dinner in typical Burgundy style.
Thursday, Day 6 - Pont d'Ouche to Escommes
The morning is spent cruising to Escommes. Plenty of time to walk or bike the towpath along the way. Or spend the time relaxing on deck and taking in the beautiful scenery.
After mooring in Escommes, Half Board guests will enjoy lunch in Chateauneuf-en-Auxoix or “Chez Lucotte”, a traditional French restaurant in Villeneuve-en-Auxois, at guests’ expense. Full board guests will lunch on board.
Afterwards, a visit to Chateauneuf-en-Auxois, a 12th century castle and medieval village with winding cobblestone streets and stunning views of the countryside. Farewell dinner on board.
Friday, Day 7 - Transfer to Dijon
After breakfast, guests disembark and transfer to Dijon train station.
Route runs in reverse on alternate weeks and may differ on selected cruise dates
Magnolia
Exclusively for private charter cruises (from just 2 to 6 guests), Magnolia is the perfect representation of "casual canal cruising with contemporary style". This newly re-furbished hotel barge cruises on the beautiful Burgundy Canal in southern Burgundy in the heart of the Ouche Valley a...Rates are for 6 nights (Saturday departure to following Friday) and based on whole barge private charter
HALF BOARD cruises assume 4 meals ashore at passenger's expense (lunch or dinner depending on cruise direction & restaurant selection along the route)
2021 Travel | 2021 prices available on request. Please contact FRANCE CRUISES for availability & details
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