Sunday - Auxerre
We meet you at Hotel Ampere in Paris at 1.30pm and you are transferred to hotel barge La Belle Epoque for our Champagne Reception and Welcome Dinner.

Monday - Bailly
After cruising out of Auxerre we leave the barge to walk through farmland to the village of Vaux. Continuing along the river we arrive at La Coeur Barrée where we meet the barge for lunch. In the afternoon we tour the Chablis vineyards ending at St Bris. Here we see the intricate network of medieval passages beneath the village before tasting the outstanding wines of the region in the 12th century cellars of Monsieur Bersan, the region’s foremost producer.

Tuesday - Accolay
From Vincelottes we wander through the Auxerrois vineyards with superb views of the Yonne valley below us. En route to the ancient town of Cravant Donjon we pass through the picturesque village of Irancy, home of many well known wines. Our afternoon excursion is to the glorious gothic cathedral of Auxerre. Afterwards there is time to meander through the mediaeval streets at leisure before returning to our mooring in Accolay. In the evening we dine in a local restaurant that is well known for its Burgundian specialities and the standard of its cuisine.

Wednesday – Mailly-la-Ville
From Accolay we walk the wooded valley of the river Cure, passing the ruins of Regny Abbey before a gentle traverse back to the Yonne at the tiny hamlet of Sere where we rejoin the barge. In the afternoon we visit Noyers sur Serein, one of the most beautiful villages in Burgundy.

Thursday –Lucy-sur-Yonne
From Mailly we leave the Yonne to walk through open fields to Merry sur Yonne. En route we stand on top of the dramatic Roches du Saussois, cliffs that tower dramatically 200 feet above the river. After lunch we visit the ancient Chateau de Bazoches, home of Sebastien Vauban, the Frenchman who revolutionised siege warfare in the late 17th century.

Friday - Clamecy
This morning we visit Vezelay with its stunning romanesque Basilica, the scene of the “calling” of the Second Crusade in 1146, and its fine speciality shops. In the afternoon we walk along the canal into Clamecy where there is time to wander through the narrow streets and visit the cathedral before returning to the barge. Aboard for our final evening, the captain hosts our farewell dinner.

Saturday
We disembark for a private transfer back from Clamecy to Hotel Ampere in Paris by about 1pm

**This itinerary may operate in reverse according to the barge scheduling.

Notes for Walking Tour

These are sample itineraries, which will show guests a sample of interesting and low to medium difficulty walks through a variety of landscapes. We have a tremendous selection of walks available so just ask our reservations team for more information.
Clothing: Clients should bring suitable walking boots and protective clothing and small backpack. Members will be provided with a compass and local map.
Guides: All of our Walking Cruises will have the services of a professional local walking guide who is familiar with the terrain. The guide will carry a hand held radio and cell phone for emergencies.
Lunch: If you are on a long walk then our crew will meet your group at a predestined point and serve lunch so that you can continue your walk without having to return to the barge