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Auxerre to Clamecy Cruise Itinerary
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Sunday, Day 1 Paris to Auxerre
Guests are met at Hotel Ampere in Paris at 1:30 PM and transferred to the elegant La Belle Époque 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, Day 2 Auxerre to the Caves de Bailly
Our morning cruise takes us past vineyard-clad hillside to our 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, Day 3 The Caves de Bailly to Accolay
An excursion to the town of Auxerre allows us to discover the medieval town centre. Originally the capital of
Lower Burgundy, Auxerre prides itself on its fine churches. We cruise through rich pasturelands and past
grazing Charolais cattle to Accolay. Dinner ashore in a local auberge.
Wednesday, Day 4 Accolay to Mailly la Ville
This morning, we cruise southwards through the Yonne valley past dramatic steep cliffs to the market town
of Mailly. In the afternoon we enjoy an excursion to the town of Vézelay, one of Burgundy’s most famous
treasures with the Romanesque Basilica of St Mary Magdalene, craft shops and fine views of the surrounding
countryside. Dinner aboard.
Thursday, Day 5 Mailly la Ville to Lucy sur Yonne
In the morning we cruise past the Saussois cliffs where an international climbing centre creates a spectacular
setting. Mooring at Lucy sur Yonne, we visit the Chateau of Bazoches, whose illustrious visitors included
Richard the Lionheart and which was later renovated by Maréchal Vauban, Dinner aboard.
Friday, Day 6 Lucy sur Yonne to Clamecy
A visit to Ferme de Joux provides us with an interesting insight into the production of foie gras in the morning.
A cruise through beautiful countryside then takes us to Clamecy. Take a short walk into Clamecy for a
tour of the Cathedral and also the Logging and Barging Museum. There is also time to wander through the
narrow streets lined with ancient buildings and an opportunity for shopping before returning to the barge.
Captain’s farewell dinner aboard.
Saturday, Day 7 Clamecy to Paris.
Disembark after breakfast, and arrive at Hotel Ampere in Paris by about 1pm.
On alternative weeks the cruise is in reverse direction.
This itinerary is subject to change
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Clamecy to Auxerre Cruise Itinerary
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Sunday, Day 1 Clamecy
At 1.30 pm you are met at Ampere Villiers Hotel in Paris and escorted to the elegant La Belle Epoque. The
Captain and crew welcome you aboard with a glass of Champagne. Stroll through the logging capital of
Clamecy before dinner aboard.
Monday, Day 2 Clamecy to Lucy sur Yonne
This morning we leave Clamecy and cruise to Lucy sur Yonne. In the afternoon we visit the Chateau of Bazoches,
whose illustrious visitors included Richard the Lionheart and which was later renovated Maréchal
Vauban. Dinner aboard.
Tuesday, Day 3 Lucy sur Yonne to Mailly la Ville
This morning a visit to the Ferme de Joux provides us with an interesting insight into the production of foie
gras. We then cruise to the renowned Saussois cliffs, international climbing centre and then on to Mailly la
Ville. There is ample opportunity for walking and cycling today. Dinner on board.
Wednesday, Day 4 Mailly la Ville to Accolay
We start the day with a cruise to the sleepy village of Accolay. From here we make an excursion to Vezelay,
one of Burgundy’s treasures, where the basilica contains the reliquary of Mary Magdalene. Dinner
ashore in local auberge.
Thursday, Day 5 Accolay to The Caves de Bailly
This morning’s cruise takes us to the Caves de Bailly. The afternoon excursion is to St Bris with its extraordinary
network of subterranean medieval passages. A wine tasting in the 12th century cellars of Monsieur
Bersan introduces us to outstanding Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines. Dinner aboard.
Friday, Day 6 The Caves de Bailly to Auxerre
This morning we take in the rustic beauty of vineyard-clad slopes as we cruise to Auxerre. In Auxerre visit
the cathedral of St Etienne and wander the streets lined with half-timbered houses. Shopping opportunities
abound in Auxerre. A sumptuous Captain's Farewell Dinner completes the day.
Saturday, Day 7 Auxerre to Paris
A last leisurely breakfast, then return to Paris by about 1pm
On alternative weeks the cruise is in the reverse direction. Itinerary is subject to change.
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