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L'Etoile |
Barge Information
Rating  :
First Class/Moderate
Number of
Passengers: 8
Number of Cabins:
4
Size of
Vessel: 111 ft in length
Number of Crew:
3
Cruise
Region: Provence, Rhone River, & the
Camargue
Other Regions
Sailed:
None
2011 Whole Boat Charters for 8 all
season $25,000
2011 Whole
Boat Charters for 7 all season
$23,000
2011 Prices (per person) starting
at $2,950
Half Board
Pricing Available Upon
Request
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Photo Album
 L'Etoile
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Overview
L'Etoile was built in 1889 as a classic Dutch barge and
has been lovingly converted to today's standards of
comfort. Owner Cobie Lagerburg has taken great pride in
preserving and respecting the graceful, traditional
lines of this vessel. Her cozy atmosphere will make you
feel immediately at home. L'Etoile is perfect for
families; children of all ages are welcome on her decks.
Her
beauty is in the details. The large lounge/dining area
has plenty of natural light and is decorated in a
contemporary French style. There is marble fireplace
which gives ambiance to the cooler spring and autumn
cruises. On deck there is comfortable seating as well as
a plunge pool for cooling off.
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Accommodations
L'Etoile has two cabins with king-size beds, one cabin
with double bed, and one cabin with twin beds, each with
their own bathroom.
All cabins are uniquely
decorated, light and airy, each with opening skylight
and portholes. Each provides ample storage for your
belongings. Hairdryers are also available on the vessel.
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Amenities
- Delicious regional cuisine catered to your
preferences including:
- Breakfast featuring fresh bread, croissants,
tea, coffee, fruit juice, and more
- Buffet style lunch with homemade soups, salads,
charcuterie and, of course, a variety of cheeses
- Gourmet five course evening meal designed to
introduce you to some of the best regional dishes
- Carefully selected local wines and premier cru
wines
- Open bar
- Satellite TV, a VCR, and a home entertainment
system
- Family-friendly atmosphere open to children above
the age of 5
- Spacious sundeck with covered seating and dining
table
- Plunge pool
- Air conditioning and central heating
- Bicycles and a razor-scooter
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Sample Itinerary
River Rhone, Petit Rhone, Canal du Rhone a
Sete
Sunday - You will be met at the
location of your choice in Avignon, which is easily
accessible by TGV train from Paris or Nice, or as a
rental car return point. You will be transferred to your
charming barge home, moored in the nearby port of
Villeneuve-les-Avignon/Beaucaire. You will be welcomed
aboard with a champagne toast and the first of many
gourmet dinners.
Monday - A whole day out
in fabulous Provence! In the morning you are off to
visit the impressive Roman aqueduct - Pont du Gard; then
back to L'Etoile to have lunch. Next, you will have the
opportunity to tour the largest gothic palace in Europe,
the Palais du Pape in Avignon with a possible wine
tasting before returning to the barge. Dinner will be
back at your cozy home, still moored in
Villeneuve-les-Avignon/Beaucaire.
Tuesday
- This morning you begin your cruise. You'll float on
the scenic Canal du Rhone a Sete to moor in
Bellegarde, a typical, charming Provencal village. After
lunch you will visit the famous and enchanting hilltop
village of Les Beaux, known for its gorgeous views over
the Provencal landscape and its artisans colony. Dinner
on board with a view of the river will be memorable.
Wednesday - A morning cruise on the
"Petit Rhone" to your mooring in the picturesque village
of St. Gilles. After lunch you will have an opportunity
to visit Arles, where Van Gogh fell in love with the
lights and colors of this fascinating countryside.
Heading to the heart of town you will see les Arenes, a
Roman amphitheater built in the first century AD. Dinner
back on board rounds out a wonderful
day.
Thursday - You'll start your day
cruising on the Canal du Rhone a Sete through the
stunningly beautiful Camargue National Park, home to
various wildlife including black bulls and the beautiful
white Camargue horses. L'Etoile will moor at the gates
of the amazing 13th century walled town of
Aigues-Mortes, an embarkation port for the crusades.
There are many historical sites to visit and there will
be time to walk along the walls, shop for souvenirs or
relax in one of the many outdoor cafes. A relaxing
gourmet dinner awaits you back on
board.
Friday - You'll set out this
morning to the most peaceful and romantic mooring of
this cruise located at the 6th century Maguelone
cathedral on a peninsula, with the canal on one side and
the beautiful blue of the Mediterranean on the other!
Lunch will be served during the cruise. Spend your
afternoon walking or biking to the Maguelone cathedral,
observing flamingos and other wildlife, lounging away
the afternoon at the beach. You will enjoy your final
gourmet dinner on board.
Saturday - You'll
say "Au Revoir" and depart after breakfast for transfer
to Montpellier. There are TGV train departures to Paris
and Nice. If you prefer, you may also be transferred to
the airport, rental car office, or hotel of your choice.
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