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  • The Barge Company presents...

    'Alegría'

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    Cruising in the South of France

    The Canal du Midi (between Beziers and Carcassonne)
    • 100 FEET LONG (30 METRES)
    • 4 GUESTS
    • 4 CREW
    • 2 DOUBLE (KING SIZE) OR TWIN CABINS OF APPROX. 18 AND 20 SQ. METRES (INCLUDING PRIVATE EN SUITE BATHROOM) EACH WITH MINI FRIDGE, REFRESHMENT TRAY, HEATED TOWEL RAILS, BATHROBES AND HAIR DRYER
    • 4 GOOD QUALITY MOUNTAIN BIKES
    • AIR CONDITIONING AND CENTRAL HEATING
    • STUNNING KIDNEY-SHAPED ON-DECK HEATED SWIMMING POOL
    • PRIVATE MINIBUS FOR EXCURSIONS (PEUGEOT 807 PULLMANN)
    • TV, DVD PLAYER, CD STEREO, BOOKS, GAMES
    • FREE INTERNET ACCESS FOR LAPTOPS USING USB 3G+ MODEM
    Alegria Barge

    The Alegria is the latest barge to burst onto the barging scene in the south of France. Every so often there is a new barge that sends shockwaves through the barging community because it is different and challenges the status quo; in 2009 the Alegria is that barge! With its own totally unique style and grandeur, she offers a totally new barging experience to those discerning cruisers among you who are seeking something a little out of the ordinary...The first thing that hits you is the sheer size of the barge, then once on board you will be ‘wowed’ by the large kidney-shaped swimming pool, following which you’ll adore the bright white symmetrical steps leading down to the round stylised glass, sliding entrance doors to the interior saloon. There’s something special about this barge...almost ‘James Bond-esque’...it is without doubt very stylish. The large lounge and dining area has large windows letting plenty of light in, and together with the two private suites it is styled with an African motif thanks to Olivier (your Captain’s) many years of living and working in South Africa. You may dine inside in the air-conditioned saloon or outside on deck in the warm evening air. On retiring to your suite you will find a mini fridge stocked with various treats (Champagne at extra cost), and there are all the ingredients for a perfectly heavenly nights sleep. Each private bathroom is discreetly distant from the bedroom area and is furbished in a very modern, light-on-the-eye fashion with round white basin, good mirrors, excellent shower and WC in each. You also have your private stairway between the supremely elegant sundeck and your suite—perfect for midnight bathing! If you seek adventure in the south of France—you’ve found it right here on the Alegria. (We think it would also be perfect for honeymooners or any type of romantic ‘get-away from it all’ vacation!)

    2009 PRICES (USD) 6 Night ‘Classic Cruise’ 3 Night ‘Discovery Cruise’
    Whole Boat Charter for up to 2 guests $19,800 $11,700
    Whole Boat Charter for up to 3 guests $20,900 $12,350
    Whole Boat Charter for up to 4 guests $22,000 $13,000

    INCLUSIONS:
    Local transfers to and from the barge, 6 nights accommodation, service in the cabin, use of bar-fridge and complimentary nonalcoholic drinks inside, refreshments tray, all meals served both on board Alegria and in outside restaurants ( of which there are two), all the pre-dinner drinks and beverages with the meals, all drinks offered on board during the day and the cruises, excursions as mentioned above including the services of the guide and the entrance fees, internet connection through a 3G+ USB modem, bicycles, and above all... all the surprises that await you every day on board and will not be disclosed to you in advance...!

    Cruise highlights may include:

    Spectacular, historic hilltop villages such as Minerve
    Market day in small town of Capestang
    The bustling markets of Narbonne city
    The medieval citadel of Carcassonne
    Local wine-tasting as you wish
    The ancient Roman settlement of L’Oppidum d’Enserune
    As far as possible, visits will be tailored to your own preferences...

    PICK-UP: 4pm Saturday, locally at a pre-arranged point (usually Beziers or Carcassonne hotel or train station, depending on the cruise route).
    DROP-OFF: on Friday after breakfast, locally (usually between 10am and 11am), by arrangement with the owners.

    6 NIGHT CRUISES START ON A SATURDAY AND END ON THE FOLLOWING FRIDAY, 3 NIGHT CRUISES RUN FROM SATURDAY TO TUESDAY, AND TUESDAY TO FRIDAY.


    TO CONTACT US
    Phone: +33 563 02 87 04, Fax: +33 563 02 24 11
    Phone (Toll-Free from USA + Canada): 1-800-688-0245
    Email: info@bargecompany.com
    Web: www.bargecompany.com

    The Barge Cruise Company Ltd, 501 Chemin Lacoste, 82170 Grisolles, FRANCE