Savoir Faire |
Barge Information
Rating  :
Deluxe
Number of
Passengers: 12
Number of Cabins:
6
Size of
Vessel: 128 ft in length
Number of Crew:
6
Cruise
Region: Champagne
Other Regions Sailed:
Northern France & Paris, Northern Burgundy,
Holland
2012 Whole Boat
Charters starting at $50,600
2012 Prices (per person) starting
at
$4,500
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 Savoir
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Overview
The Savoir Faire is an elegant 12 passenger barge with a
very interesting historic past. Having been built in
1932, she was originally used as a transport barge in
the Belgian estuaries and later during World War II, her
bow was replaced with a landing bow so she could sail up
on the beaches.
In 1979, the barge was brought to
Holland where she underwent a total metamorphosis and
was converted into an elegant three-decked hotel barge
called Etoile de Champagne. Through the years, she has
received accolades from all those fortunate to have
sailed aboard her. With new owners Chris and Fran
Bennett and a new name since 2004, the Savoir Faire
continues to pride itself in customizing your cruise
week to meet your desires.
The vessel has been
redecorated to show off the gorgeous salon with its
large panoramic windows and comfortable furniture. The
cabins were modernized and updated into spacious suites.
You'll also enjoy upscale dining in the beautiful dining
room featuring mahogany paneling, Wedgwood china and
Christofle silverware.
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Accommodations
The Savoir Faire features six staterooms which can be
configured with either two twin beds or one queen bed.
Cabins include private bathrooms and offer good
lighting, European and US power outlets, and air
conditioning. Each cabin has two wardrobe cabinets with
plenty of room for storing your personal items as well
as a writing desk and chair.
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Amenities
- Gourmet cuisine typically featuring:
- Continental breakfast with freshly baked
pastries, breads, cereals, fruit, yogurt and eggs
made to order
- Light and delicious lunches
- Dinners include an entree, main course, cheese,
dessert, and coffee, followed by aperitifs and
chocolates
- Regional and fine wines served with lunch and
dinner
- Open bar
- Both 220v and 110v supply in each cabin
- Air conditioning and central heating
- Main lounge with piano, game table, library, and
cocktail lounge
- Two spacious decks with comfortable deck chairs
and tables
- Touring bicycles
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Sample Champagne Itinerary
Paris to Epernay
SUNDAY - moored in center of Paris
You are met at your hotel and driven to the Savoir
Faire, moored at the Port d'Arsenal, in the heart of
Paris. Your Captain welcomes you aboard and introduces
you to the crew. After you have settled, we start our
afternoon cruise through Paris. Your crew will serve
Champagne and Canapes on deck as we cruise past the
monuments and romantic bridges of this delightful city.
Once back in port, with time to freshen up, your chef
delights with the first of many a sumptuous meal.
MONDAY - Paris to Meaux
Morning cruise out of Paris onto the river Marne. After
lunch, you visit the magnificent Chateau of
Vaux-le-Vicomte and its gardens, location of the film
"The Man in the Iron Mask". Rejoin the Savoir Faire in
Meaux in time for a stroll along the river bank before
dinner.
TUESDAY - Meaux to La Ferte
Morning tour of Meaux, the capital of Brie de Meaux (a
delicious creamy cheese exported throughout the world).
Here we visit the Cathedral and a local cheese supplier.
We then cruise to La Ferte where we moor overnight.
WEDNESDAY - La Ferte to Chateau Thierry
You are now in the heart of the Champagne region, as we
cruise upstream to Charly-sur-Marne. Visit one of the
small family vineyards before lunch to taste their
wonderful champagne and visit their cellars. (Just a 10
minute walk from our mooring). Lunch is followed by an
afternoon an idyllic cruise to Chateau Thierry, the
scene of American battles in World War I. (Optional
visit to Belleau Wood battlefield).
THURSDAY - Chateau Thierry to Damery
The
river Marne winds its way through vine-covered hills
dotted with small wine villages to the delightful little
town of Damery. After lunch we visit the vast cellars of
Moet et Chandon for a private tasting, followed by a
stroll around Epernay.
FRIDAY -
Damery to Cumieres
We cruise the last
stretch of the river Marne before arriving at our
mooring in Cumieres. Visit the outside of the Abbey of
Hautvilliers where the monk Dom Perignon first made
champagne. After lunch we drive to the majestic Reims
cathedral, where the Kings of France were crowned.
Cocktails on deck, surrounded by stunning scenery - what
could be better! Tonight your chef serves the "Farewell
Dinner" - a gastronomic delight!.
SATURDAY - moored in Cumieres (disembark at
9.30 am)
After breakfast you are driven to your Paris
hotel or CDG airport.
Please note: this is a
sample itinerary which may be subject to change
depending upon local conditions. The route will run in
reverse on alternate weeks.
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