Actief |
Barge Information
Rating  : First Class
Number of Passengers: 11
Number of Cabins: 6
Size of Vessel: 100 ft in length
Number of Crew: 4
Cruise Region: England
Other Regions Sailed: None
2008 Whole Boat Charters starting at $31,450
2008 Prices (per person) starting at $2,930
2009 Whole Boat Charters starting at $31,450
2009 Prices (per person) starting at $2,930
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 Actief |
Overview
The 11 passenger Actief was launched in Holland in 1907. Luxuriously converted for hotel barging, Actief's accommodations are beautifully
presented in the style of an English country house.
Newly renovated, Actief's spacious flower lined sun-deck and comfortably elegant salon are complimented by beautifully decorated
cabins.
Actief's crew of four are led by the Captain and include an expert Chef and two Hostesses, all of whom are totally committed
to your enjoyment of your holiday.
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Accommodations
Actief features three spacious suites with either double or twin beds, two twin cabins, plus a single cabin. Each cabin features
lovely country English decor, an ensuite bathroom, and ample storage space for your belongings.
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Amenities
- Gourmet cuisine featuring regional specialties
- Fine wines with lunch and dinner
- Open bar
- Sundeck with dining table, deck chairs, and parasol
- Air conditioning and central heating
- Bicycles
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Sample Itinerary
Upper Thames River
Cruising Between Shillingford and Windsor
Sunday - You'll take a private transfer from the Goring Hotel in London to Actief's mooring at Shillingford Bridge. After
a traditional English cream tea on arrival there is a late afternoon cruise and a chance to settle in to your comfortable and
attractive cabin. The evening commences with a festive champagne reception followed by dinner and your first night aboard.
Monday - This morning's cruise is through glacier formed hills to the mooring alongside the 17th century Swan Inn at
Pangbourne. After lunch you'll visit Oxford - 'City of Dreaming Spires'. View the grandest of all Oxford's Colleges, Christchurch,
founded by Henry VIII in 1525 and the setting for the tale of Alice in Wonderland. This is followed by time for shopping and
afternoon tea before returning to Actief.
Tuesday - This morning the cruise continues through sylvan countryside (setting for Kenneth Grahame's 'Wind In The Willows')
to the picturesque Mapledurham Estate. Here you'll privately visit Elizabethan Mapledurham House, home to descendants of the
same family since 1490, and Mapledurham Mill, a 500 year old still working water mill (famously used during the filming of
'The Eagle Has Landed'). Afterwards your cruise continues until reaching the overnight stop at Henley-On-Thames.
Wednesday - A picturesque early morning cruise brings you to elegant Henley-On-Thames. This morning you'll visit the
spectacular new and interactive River and Rowing Museum. No ordinary museum, this is a wonderful chance to learn something
of the secrets, mythology, history and traditions of the River Thames. After lunch there is time to catch up on some shopping
in this fashionable town, home to the world famous annual Henley Royal Regatta. A late afternoon cruise takes you to the
picturesque medieval village of Hurley.
Thursday - A gentle walking tour around Hurley, home of Ye Olde Bell, reputedly England's oldest Inn founded for
visiting monks in 1135, is followed by a visit to Peter Freebody's traditional boatyard. Peter's family has been involved with
the river for 800 years! Actief then cruises to one of the most stunning reaches on the river at Cliveden and the private mooring
at this magnificent estate, former home of the Astors. Your tour of the fabulous gardens with breathtaking views is most
memorable.
Friday - A delightful morning cruise takes you to the final mooring below magnificent Windsor Castle. After lunch you'll
visit Eton College, founded in 1440. The museum of Eton Life gives a fascinating insight into the education of Britain's premier
scions over the centuries. Following this there is time for you to browse the many shops in Eton and Windsor. Tonight the Captain
hosts his farewell dinner, based on a period banquet.
Saturday - Disembark and take private transfer to London Heathrow Airport or the Goring Hotel.
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