| Colibri |
Rating  : Deluxe
Number of Passengers: 4
Number of Cabins: 2
Size of Vessel: 87 ft in length
Number of Crew: 2
Cruise Region: Canal du Midi
Other Regions Sailed: None
Whole Boat Charters starting at $17,250
Half Board Charters starting at $16,750
Note: Please see Overview for description of inclusions for half board cruises on Colibri.
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 Colibri |
The Colibri is a classic Dutch canal barge built in the early 1930's. She has been lovingly converted from her cargo carrying
days into a beautiful hotel barge. Her last refitting built upon her splendid foundations by adding a touch of luxury and an air
of relaxed elegance. Your hosts, Earl and Fiona, are always on hand to ensure an unforgettable journey.
The dining area and salon are light and spacious, the perfect place to relax and feel at home, read a book, or chat over dinner and a
glass of wine. There is a music system and collection of music, a small library of books and games. On deck there is the canopied
wheelhouse, where you may be shaded and chat with the captain and be involved in all aspects of cruising the canals. The large
shaded sundeck is perfect for comfortable al fresco dining or taking in some sun whilst cooled by the gentle breeze as you cruise along.
Half board cruises are available on Colibri. This option includes breakfast and lunch each day, with a four-course dinner
served on the first evening. Selected wines will be served with the meals, with an open bar and other beverages available for your
pleasure. The remaining evening meals are to be taken ashore at the client's expense. Colibri's crew will help in the choice of
restaurants and should it be possible within the cruising schedule, lunch could be taken ashore instead.
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Colibri offers two spacious staterooms fitted with either two twin beds or one double bed. Cabins are furnished with lovely French oak
furniture and ample wardrobe space to unpack and feel at home.
Staterooms include generously sized ensuite bathrooms with hairdryers and bathrobes.
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- Mediterranean cuisine prepared with fresh local produce
- Full board option includes two meals taken ashore
- Regional French wines with meals
- Open bar
- Air conditioning and central heating
- Bicycles
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Sunday - You'll be met by the captain late in the afternoon at the arranged meeting point. Then bask in a warm welcome
on board with aperitifs, and cruise slowly through the vineyards near Colombiers, to whet your appetite for dinner and the
days to come.
Monday - Enjoy a morning visit to the Oppidum d'Ensérune, a site inhabited by man since 800BC. You'll then pass
through one of the oldest tunnels on the French canals at Malpas and on to Capestang, a small town dominated by a huge church
and a good place to stretch the legs. From here, Colibri will cruise on towards Argeliers. Dinner tonight is taken ashore
at a delightful château.
Tuesday - The bustling markets or the historic sites of Narbonne are on offer for today's excursion. Later in the afternoon,
you'll cruise to Le Somail and on to Ventenac. Tunnel de Malpas Le Somail was a staging post for the 18th century passenger boats,
the village is pretty and one must visit the antique bookshop. Ventenac offers wine tasting at the quayside château. There is
the chance for a game of Boule, and should you desire, Earl would be thrilled at the chance to show his Australian flair with the BBQ.
Wednesday - The Abbey de Fontfroide is a beautiful tranquil setting and with its garden of 3000 rosebushes a wonderful
place to visit. Colibri cruises to Homps, another forgotten town, steeped in history, and with a fine winery to visit. Then she may
cruise on to La Redorte for a sensational dinner aboard.
Thursday - Take a visit to the Cathar fort and hill top village of Minerve, a stunning location with a museum that tells of its
history. Colibri cruises just beyond Puicheric this afternoon, a great place to sit under the trees and relax. Tonight you dine
ashore at a beautiful château, offering surroundings that will take you back to the days of old. Then you'll have a chance to
view the Cité de Carcassonne by night to fire your imaginations of fairy tale castles.
Friday - Tour the Cité de Carcassonne, to take in the fascinating medieval city, a wonderful journey into history.
In the afternoon Colibri cruises through Trebes to a quiet location for the farewell dinner aboard.
Saturday - After a leisurely breakfast you'll be transferred to the arranged drop off point.
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