| La Belle Epoque |
Rating  : Deluxe
Number of Passengers: 12
Number of Cabins: 8
Size of Vessel: 128 ft in length
Number of Crew: 6
Cruise Region: Northern Burgundy
Other Regions Sailed: None
Whole Boat Charters starting at $45,800
Prices (per person) starting at $3,990
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 La Belle Epoque |
The 12 passenger La Belle Epoque began life as a cargo barge in Holland before undergoing a complete transformation into the
powerful canal and river cruiser she is today.
Her light and airy interior features picture windows and selections of prints, fabrics and wall colorings reminiscent of the
turn of the century era after which she has been named. The experienced crew of 6 including a master chef and on-board tour
guide are incredibly knowledgeable and ready to help provide guests with an unforgettable experience.
La Belle Epoque classic route covers some fine rural cruising, with plenty of opportunity to cycle and stroll along the
tow-path and wander into nearby villages.
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La Belle Epoque offers a choice in well-appointed accommodations between one of two large suites or four junior suites as
well as one single cabin.
Each suite features beds that can be configures as either twin or double beds, as well as marble en-suite bathrooms
and plenty of wardrobe space.
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- Delicious gourmet meals and local cheeses daily
- Dinner ashore one evening at a local auberge
- Complimentary wines
- Open bar
- Sun deck with sunken hot tub, steamer chairs, reclining chairs, parasols, and large dining table
- Air-conditioning and central heating
- Touring bicycles
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Sunday - Guests are met at Hotel Ampere in Paris in the afternoon and transferred to the elegant La Belle Epoque in
Auxerre, Burgundy. Following a Champagne Welcome, you are free to explore the medieval town of Auxerre or take a
stroll along the banks of the river Yonne before returning for dinner aboard.
Monday - The morning cruise takes you past vineyard-clad hillside to the rural mooring below the Caves de Bailly.
The afternoon excursion is to St Bris with its extraordinary network of medieval passages beneath the town. A wine
tasting introduces you to the outstanding Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines produced in Monsieur Bersan's 12th century
cellars. Dinner aboard.
Tuesday - An excursion to the town of Auxerre allows you to discover the medieval town centre. Originally the
capital of Lower Burgundy, Auxerre prides itself on its fine churches. You then cruise through rich pasturelands and
past grazing Charolais cattle to Accolay. Dinner ashore in a local auberge.
Wednesday - This morning, you visit the charming medieval village of Noyers, one of the most beautiful villages
in France, on an excursion through delightful countryside. You'll then return to the barge for a cruise southwards
through the Yonne valley past dramatic steep cliffs to the market town of Mailly. Dinner aboard.
Thursday - In the morning you'll cruise past the Saussois cliffs where an international climbing centre creates a
spectacular setting. Mooring at Lucy sur Yonne, enjoy a visit to the Château of Bazoches, whose illustrious visitors included
Richard the Lionheart and which was later renovated by Maréchal Vauban. Dinner aboard.
Friday - In the morning you'll enjoy an excursion to the town of Vézelay, one of Burgundy's most famous treasures
with the Romanesque Basilica of Saint Mary Magdalene, craft shops and fine views of the surrounding countryside. A
cruise through beautiful countryside then takes you to Clamecy. Take a short walk into Clamecy to visit the town,
the Cathedral and also the Logging and Barging Museum. The narrow streets lined with ancient buildings also present
an opportunity for shopping. Captain's farewell dinner aboard.
Saturday - Disembark after breakfast, and arrive at Hotel Ampere in Paris in the early afternoon.
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