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Cuising
canals and rivers in France and in the old Europe is a delightful,
peaceful and unforgetable. Being a guest onboard a luxury barge
or at the helm of our Classic Penichette, you will always fall under
the magic spell of the unique river cruising atmosphere. No matter
the size of the boat, canal cruising is unique. Certainly the most
relaxing holidays you can think of.
Canal
boat or hotel barging ? Self-drive canal boat and hotel barging
are very different. Both may cruise on the same canals but life
on board is not the same:
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Hotel barging in France is a bit like a luxury hotel
with a Chef just for you onboard and all sightseeing activities
pre-organised. All our barges are fairly up-market with rate
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Self-drive
canal boats in France, Germany,
Holland, Ireland,Italy and now Poland, come in different size.
Much smaller than a canal barge. Self-drive canal boats can
be compared to floating self-contain apartments accommodating
up to 12 persons. Price starts from A$ 1360 per week for two
persons.2009
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CANAL BOAT
RENTAL (self-drive)
We
represent 3 canal boats rental companies in France: Locaboat
Holidays, Cardinal Boating Holidays & Anjou
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Anjou
Navigation
is situated close to the Loire Valley, within 1
hour from Paris by TGV. Sailing the river Sarthe
is very easy to navigate. We recommend this trip for
beginners
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No
licence is required to pilot a canal boat in France. When
you get to the base, you will be given a personal lesson
and you will learn quickly how simple and enjoyable it
is to drive a canal boat
There
are numerous bases to start from and each region has its
own character. No matter which route you take, all rivers
are fun, with plenty of villages and constant scenic countryside.
In most cases, you have the possibillity to choose between
return and one-way trip
Going through locks with a canal boat is fun, even if
the first one is always a bit tense. Some locks are automatic,
some are hand-operated, others are run by a lock keepers.
(Our favorites). Make sure to have a little chat with
them and don't hesitate to buy vegetables, home jam, etc..
if they have some on display..
For
more information on canal boats, contact
us.
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HOTEL BARGING
Your floating hotel cruises gently
along, while you relax, enjoy the fine wines and excellent
French cuisine, the company of fellow passengers - new
friends, family, or old acquaintances. Take a guided tour
around the many castles, markets, battlefields and ancient
monuments, or go off exploring on your own. Whatever you
do, the dedicated and highly trained professional staff
will be there to look after you. Our
Captains ensure a safe and yet exciting passage along
your chosen route, our Chefs prepare a wide range of exquisite
food to suit every taste, our Tour guides are knowledgeable
and enthusiastic, and our stewards & stewardesses
ensure that our high standards are maintained throughout
your cruise. Indulge yourself !
We
are agents for the leading barging companies European
Waterways (also known as Go Barging), Canal
& Company and several privately owned
barges.
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Etoile
Gastronomy
and art de vivre.
The real French hospitality.
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Luciole
Scenic
escape in Burgundy
a glass of Chablis in hand
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Le
Phenicien
Ideal
for large party : 9 cabins
Camargue discovery.
Golf cruise: 2
to 8 September |
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Marjorie
I & II
Holland
tulip cruises - Impressionist cruises
Burgundy & Special Golf cruises |
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Tango
& Fandango
France's
most authentic and beautiful boutique hotel barges
in Languedoc |
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Information
on cruises Worlwide:
Quality World Cruises
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