7 days / 6 nights gastronomic & wine voyage cruising along the southern Burgundy Canal...This very special itinerary captures the essence of France, starting near Dijon. Visit the magical vineyards of the world famous Côte d'Or, experience wine tasting, truffle hunting and medieval history. Cruise through unspoilt canals, mooring up in quaint hamlets and villages, enjoying fabulous food and Grand Cru wines along the way.
HIGHLIGHTS
♦ The UNESCO world heritage site of the Abbey of Fontenay founded in 1118
♦ Alisia, famous for the battle of Alisia in 52 BC where Julius Caesar defeated the Gauls
♦ Chateauneuf en Auxois, classified as “one of France’s prettiest villages” and its 11th century chateau
♦ Comprehensive wine tasting at a renowned Burgundy wine house with cellars dating back to Roman times
♦ Visit to Beaune, with lunch at "L’Ecusson", a wonderful small fine dining establishment
♦ Visit Clos du Vougeot, the 11th century Cistercian monastic winery, and the Cistercian Abbey de la Bussiere
♦ Market Day in Dijon, one of the best markets in France
INCLUDED
- Transfers between Paris and the hotel barge
(transfers from Geneva or Lyon also available on request)
- A luxury 6 night cruise
- All meals on board catered for by a Master Chef
(also as part of your week aboard Saroche you will dine out in one of the areas renowned gastronomic restaurants)
- Open bar with a large range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
- All wines served throughout the cruise
- Excursions and admittance fees as per the itinerary
- The services of 4 crew
- Use of barge facilities which include bicycles and spa pool
EXCLUDED
- Trip Cancellation & Travel insurance
- Overseas air transportation to Paris (or Geneval and Lyon) and return
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities are not included. Tipping is entirely discretionary if you are fully satisfied with the level of service. As a guidance our passengers on average tip 5% of the cruise fare