Loire Valley
The jewel in France's crown, The Loire Valley is rich not only in timeless beauty, legend and grace but teems with history, carrying passengers and cargo for over 2000 years in the Valley of the Kings. We are proud to offer you the only hotel barge experience in the spectacular Loire Valley and its main tributary, The River Cher. The Loire's beauty has remained largely unchanged over the centuries. Amble your way through narrow, charm filled, centuries old villages, discover hidden shops and open markets or chat to a local cheesemaker about his famous goats cheese. Let the Loire's splendour and beauty wash over you as you sit back and relax.

Champagne - Alsace
Champagne is only 75 miles from Paris, the Champagne region stretches along the beautiful River Marne to the city of Epernay, home to renowned champagne houses as Moet & Chandon and Veuve Cliquot. Vineyards spread across undulating plains as far as the eye can see. The vines paint their own pictures according to the season - brilliant green in Spring and Summer, turning to gold as the grapes ripen in Autumn - a cacophony of colour.

In Alsace Lorraine, the unique blend of French and German cultures is evident in the customs, cuisine, architecture, wines and language. Alsace is the strategic cornerstone of European history where empires collided. See the plethora of Baroque, Gothic and Romanesque architecture silhouetted against the rolling vineyards and fairytale castles.

Burgundy
Burgundy is the most famous barging region in France, steeped in picturesque villages, Gothic churches, Renaissance Chateaux and hillsides of patchwork vineyards. Since Roman times, the Art of Living, "Art de Vivre", is encapsulated in Burgundy with history, gastronomic delights and fine wines. Enter a picture postcard perfect world and explore quaint towns such as Clamecy, the famous palace in Dijon, the castle of Chateauneuf or to Vezelay with its hilltop basilica St Mary Magdelain. Our luxury hotel barges cruise routes are designed to cater for all needs and maximise your pleasure in this cruising wonderland.

Provence / Camargue / Canal du Midi
Breathe in the relaxation and warmth and light of The Mediterranean, as you navigate along the 300 year old Canal du Midi, meandering inland, lined with plane trees and cruise under superb arched bridges, linking ancient villages, miles of vineyards and Roman fortifications. In the distance, The Pyrenees tower in the background. Sit on deck, with a cool drink and watch this world pass ever so slowly by, or cycle or walk alongside scenic waterways. Enjoy private wine tastings at chateaux en route - locations vary with your barge selection. With your tour guide, visit the walled city of Carcassonne, the most intact medieval fortified city in the world. The region's historical value will unfold as you discover a unique blend of Gallo-Roman and traditional influences reflected everywhere about you. The combination of excellent local Corbieres and Minervois wines with fresh seafood provide the palate with highlights of traditional and Provencal flavours.

French canals
Barging on barging Canal du Midi
Clair de Lune / 6 passengers barge

Gascony / Bordeaux / Canal du Midi
Gascony. The region of l'Occitanie is a veritable palette of colours and scents eminating from orchards and vineyards. Breathe in its splendour as we traverse Gascony on the Canal Lateral à la Garonne. You will learn of the region's artists and rural culture and visit historic fortified "bastides" such as Valence d'Agen. Then sit back and cruise by picturesque, ancient villages and quaint farms, sipping Bordeaux wine and sampling French food, where good food and wine is a way of life.