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    Cruising in the South of France

    The Canal du Midi (between Salleles d’Aude and Marseillan)

    Canal du midi cruise route map
    (Click to enlarge)

    • 100 FEET LONG (30 METRES)
    • 10 PASSENGERS
    • 5 CREW
    • 5 TWIN OR DOUBLE CABINS (ALL WITH PRIVATE BATHROOM)
    • 8 GOOD QUALITY BIKES
    • AIR CONDITIONING
    • CENTRAL HEATING
    • FISHING EQUIPMENT
    • 2 FULLY AIR CON’D PRIVATE MINIBUSES (CHRYSLER) FOR EXCURSIONS
    • CD PLAYER, LIBRARY, GAMES
    The Athos is the largest vessel able to pass through the beautiful and unique oval locks on the Canal du Midi. Recently refurbished internally (2007), she has been designed to offer every comfort. Her varnished woods and pretty floral fabrics lift the spirits and together with the warm, welcoming crew you will soon be feeling totally at home.
    There are five cabins, all en suite, and each can be arranged with either two single beds (twin) or with one large double bed. Athos is fully air conditioned and each cabin has independent heating controls. Adjacent to the cabins is the large saloon dining room, bar and galley from where you can enjoy watching the world float by with a favourite tipple in hand—if you’re not lounging outside on the spacious sun deck already. With large chairs, loungers and umbrellas for those who prefer the shade it’s the perfect place to chill out.
    Two air-conditioned minibuses are provided for the daily excursions and the celebrated Chef prepares gourmet delights for each meal, for which the Athos has become renowned. Especially suitable for large private family charter cruises, or simply groups of friends who wish to cruise in privacy and comfort, the Athos provides everything needed, and more, for this type of trip. Special ‘Wine Cruises’ for charters of 10 guests may be arranged with a wine expert on board with guests during the cruise. Golf cruises and Tennis cruises can also be organized. Please contact us for more details.
    2010 PRICES (USD) VALUE SEASON REGULAR SEASON
    Individual Cabin Bookings (price per guest sharing a double or twin cabin) $3,690 $4,350
    Single cabin occupancy supplement $950 $950
    Charter for up to 6 guests $28,900 $34,390
    Charter for up to 8 guests $32,840 $38,500
    Charter for up to 10 guests $35,220 $42,390

    VALUE SEASON DATES: 28 March thru 24 April; 04 July thru 28 August; 17 October thru 06 November 2010
    REGULAR SEASON DATES: 25 April thru 03 July; 29 August thru 16 October 2010

    2011 PRICES (USD) VALUE SEASON REGULAR SEASON
    Individual Cabin Bookings (price per guest sharing a double or twin cabin) $3,650 $4,350
    Single cabin occupancy supplement $1200 $1400
    Charter for up to 6 guests $29,500 $34,500
    Charter for up to 8 guests $33,000 $38,500
    Charter for up to 10 guests $36,500 $42,400

    VALUE SEASON DATES: March 27; April 03,10; July 03,10,17,24,31; August 07,14,21; October 16,23,30 2011
    REGULAR SEASON DATES: April 17,24; May 01,08,15,22,29; June 05,12,19,26; August 28; September 04,11,18,25; October 02,09 2011

    Cruise Highlights may include:

    The ’must-see’ medieval citadel of Carcassonne
    Minerve—the stunning hilltop village
    Narbonne—on its buzzing market day
    Domaine de Guéry— a winery using traditional C20th equipment
    The Fonserannes staircase of 9 locks and canal bridge
    Oyster beds of the salt water lagoon the Etang de Thau
    Noilly Prat wine-tasting in the small fishing port of Marseillan

    PICK-UP: 4pm, Sunday, at Montpellier airport (for collection from flight or after car hire drop-off), train station or central hotel (for the entire group).
    DROP-OFF: nearest railway station, airport or car rental agency (for the entire group) on Saturday after breakfast.

    CRUISES START ON A SUNDAY AND END ON THE FOLLOWING SATURDAY


    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