Roi Soleil also cruises in Provence between Avignon & Beziers on select dates in August. Please contact us for details
**A charter cruise on Roi Soleil is all about CHOICE. Below is just a sample cruise route - and suggestions on what is available each day to customize your cruise experience**
Sunday, Day 1 - Béziers East-Cassafiere to Portiragnes
- Transfer, welcome on-board, and cocktails
- Navigation along the canal through a rural area with wetlands, a reserve for flamingoes and horses
Monday, Day 2 - Portiragnes to Fonserannes
- Sailing through the great locks of Fonserannes (9 locks staircase) morning
- Excursion to historical city of Pézenas (famed architecture, many artisans & antiques, option to add a wine tasting at a prized property)
- or excursion to the impressive hill village of Roquebrun by the river Orb (possible to swim or kayak)
- and/or visit to the pre-roman Oppidum of Enserune, a major archaeological site with panoramic views of the surrounding valleys
- and/or visit Béziers historical center and shops
Tuesday, Day 3 - Fonserrannes to Capestang
- Sailing into the heart of the historic village of Capestang
- Private visit to the Cistercian Abbey of Fontroide, one of the finest examples in France
- and / or a visit a bull and horse ranch with the opportunity to round up the bulls on horseback
- and / or wine tasting at the cellar of a top sommelier who supplies Michelin starred chefs
Wednesday, Day 4 - Capestang to La Croisade or Somail
- Morning excursion to the charming city of Narbonne that was the Roman Capital of the early Gaulle with its vibrant food market and the famed art and roman archeology museums within the Bishop Palace and many original shops along cobbled streets and plazas, a highlight of the week
- Afternoon sailing to the peaceful country village of Somail sailing beneath the smallest bridge in France
Thursday, Day 5 - Somail to Paraza
- Morning visit to the hilltop village of Minerve, which is a beautiful natural site that has a dramatic history dating back to the Crusades.
- Visit to prized olive oil mill, Oulibo, and a historic Languedoc village
- Afternoon sail to Paraza, and mooring by an ancient canal bridge with views across the valley
- Private wine tasting in a renown Minervois domain with 15 varietals
Friday, Day 6 - Paraza to Homps
- Visit to the fortified city of Carcassonne - Europe's largest Medieval Fortress, a great place to be transported into medieval history and a shopping opportunity.
- or visit medieval village of Lagrasse and its artisans.
- Afternoon sailing to Homps with many locks
Saturday, Day 7 - Homps
After a wonderful breakfast your guide will take you to your next destination to continue your onward journey.
Route runs in reverse on alternate weeks and may differ on selected cruise dates
Roi Soleil
Roi Soleil has more to do with luxury yachting than barging. Her lines and mahogany and brass trim are inspired by the classic motor yachts of the 1920's while her interior brings you the best of contemporary design and comfort. Whether your passion is for history, arts and crafts, advent...Rates are for 6 nights (Sunday departure to following Saturday) and based on whole barge private charter
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