Barge Information
Rating  :
Ultra-Deluxe
Number
of Passengers: 8
Number of Cabins:
4
Size of
Vessel: 128 ft in length
Number of Crew:
6
Cruise
Region: Northern Burgundy
Other Regions Sailed:
None
2011 Whole
Boat Charters for 8 starting at $42,360
2011 Prices
(per person) starting at $5,495
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 Horizon
II
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Overview
Horizon II features a beautiful interior with cherry
wood trim, traditional furnishings, and antique brass
accents. Her unique, split-level design makes her the
ideal choice for guests looking to avoid full flights of
stairs.
The attractive salon is furnished with
comfortable sofas and chairs as well as libraries of
books, games, and music. The open bar is stocked with a
wide selection of spirits and liqueurs. The expansive
sundeck provides the perfect space for watching the
passing scenery, and bicycles are available for
exploring the countryside nearby.
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Sample Itinerary
2010 Horizon II Itinerary Venarey-Les-Laumes to
Tanlay
Sunday - From
Paris
at your designated meeting point, you are escorted to
Venarey les-Laumes on the Canal de Bourgogne, where the
HORIZON II is moored. Champagne
Reception and Welcome Dinner on board.
Monday - Enjoy
a morning cruise on the Canal de Bourgogne to the town
of Montbard. Afternoon tour
of the 12th century Abbaye de Fontenay,
founded in 1118 by the abbot of Clairvaux, St.
Bernard.
Dinner ashore at the Michelin three-star
restaurant, Le Relais Bernard Loiseau, in Saulieu.
Tuesday - A
short morning cruise will be followed by a visit to the
18th century Forges de Buffon, built by the
celebrated naturalist, Georges-Louis de Buffon. After the tour,
you will be greeted by the present owner who will be
your host for a glass of wine in her home. Afternoon cruise
to the overnight mooring in the
village
of Ravières.
Wednesday
- Morning
tour of the privately owned, 16th century
renaissance Chateau of Ancy-le-Franc followed by a visit
to Noyers, named one of the most beautiful villages of
France,
for a walking tour of the town. Enjoy lunch at a
local restaurant.
Return to HORIZON II for an afternoon cruise on
the winding canal to
Ancy-le-Franc.
Thursday - Enjoy
a morning drive to the medieval port city of
Auxerre,
with a walking tour of the historic quarter and the
gothic cathedral of St. Stephen. Return to the
barge for an afternoon cruise to Lezinnes.
Friday - A
Morning cruise to the final mooring in Tanlay. After lunch,
drive to the charming village and vineyards of Chablis,
where a dramatic overlook offers sweeping vistas of the
Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards. In the village,
sample these famous wines at the property of a private
vintner.
Return to the HORIZON II for the Captain's
Farewell Dinner on board.
Saturday
- Depart
after breakfast for the escorted transfer to
Paris,
arriving at the Hotel Raphael by early
afternoon.
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