Prosperite |
Barge Information
Rating  :
Ultra-Deluxe
Number
of Passengers: 8
Number of Cabins:
4
Size of
Vessel: 128 ft in length
Number of Crew:
5
Cruise
Region: Southern Burgundy
Other Regions Sailed:
None
2012
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 Prosperite |
Overview
Expressly designed and constructed to meet the
expectations of upscale travelers desiring to experience
the luxury of barge travel in France, this impressive
craft features a level of accommodations unmatched on
France's inland waters. Prosperite cruises under the
capable hands of Captain Spencer Hayes, a veteran in the
French waterways who has been cruising the region for
many years.
Time seems to stand still as the
barge slowly motors by quaint stone churches and
well-kept houses, periodically pausing at moss-covered
locks, as it makes its leisurely way from one town to
the next. You can catch up on your reading on deck,
enjoy a delicious, well-prepared repast from the fully
equipped kitchen or simply relax to the gentle sounds of
water lapping against the hull, and enjoy the quiet
sensation that comes with unplugging yourself from the
24/7 world on a luxury barge cruise through Southern
Burgundy.
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Accommodations
The posh accommodations found on Prosperite rival that
of many of the finest hotels found in Europe. The
extremely spacious cabins, each around 250 square feet
in size, all offer a private bathroom with a tub and
separate shower. You won't miss any of the comforts of
home during your voyage.
The vessel can
accommodate up to 8 passengers and cabins can be
configured with either two oversized twin beds or one
king sized bed. Cabins also feature central heating and
air conditioning as well as heated towel racks for extra
comfort.
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Amenities
- Delicious gourmet cuisine prepared in a
demonstration kitchen designed so guests may observe
and interact with the chef during culinary preparation
- Dinner one evening at the Restaurant Gastronomique
at the gorgeous new hotel at Abbaye de la Bussiere
- Outstanding fine wines served with lunch and
dinner
- Open bar
- Spacious lounge area and dining room
- Sun deck with dining table, umbrellas and chairs
- Hot tub on deck
- Covered wheelhouse with banquette seating for 8
- Air conditioning and central heating
- Touring bicycles
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Sample Itinerary
Dijon to Vandenesse-en-Auxois
Sunday
- You'll be met in the afternoon at your Paris hotel and
chauffeured via Mercedes Minivan to Prosperite at anchor
in Dijon. You'll be welcomed by the traditional
champagne reception, and enjoy the first of many gourmet
dinners on board.
Monday - Begin your
journey into the heart of "La France profonde" with a
morning cruise to the village of Fleury-sur-Ouche. The
rest of the day will be devoted to exploring the Cote
d'Or wine area south of the canal. Enjoy a drive through
the gorgeous "Route des Grand Crus" vineyards, followed
by a visit to Chateau du Clos de Vougeot.
The
original building was a 12th-century winery built by
Cistercian Monks. The old wine presses are on display as
well as rooms where the monks lived and stored the wine.
You'll return to Prosperite for dinner on
board.
Tuesday - After breakfast, you'll
travel by car the short distance back to Dijon for the
lively local food market, where you can also shop for
antiques on rue Verriere or explore the medieval town
center. The 14th-century Ducal Palace dominates the
architecture of this historic town. This afternoon
cruise further into the beautiful valley of the Ouche
with its limestone cliffs and wooded hills. Dinner
tonight is on board.
Wednesday - You'll
float this morning through gorgeous scenery to La
Bussiere. This afternoon, return to the Cote d'Or
vineyards for a personal introduction to winegrowers and
a special private tasting. There may be time for a visit
to a chateau where the owner collects and displays
antique airplanes! Dinner tonight is ashore at the
Restaurant Gastronomique at the gorgeous new hotel at
Abbaye de la Bussiere.
Thursday - Walk the
towpath, bicycle into passing towns or just laze in the
hot tub as Prosperite continues its journey on the
historic Canal de Bourgogne, completed in 1836. In the
afternoon, You'll explore Beaune, the wine capital of
Burgundy. Tour the remarkable, perfectly preserved
Hospice de Beaune, a 14th-century hospital in use until
the early 20th century! Shop in the pedestrian zone for
wine, gifts, tapestry pillows and accessories - or just
sit in the square and enjoy life! You'll return to
Prosperite for dinner onboard.
Friday -
Cruise past the dramatic village and chateau of
Chateauneuf-en-Auxois perched high on a hill overlooking
the canal. After lunch you'll return to explore this
atmospheric medieval town. A festive Captain's dinner
ends the cruise in style.
Saturday - It
is a sad farewell as you depart in the morning and are
chauffeured back to Paris.
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