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  • Cruising in Burgundy
    Between Dijon and St.Leger-sur-Dheune on the Burgundy Canal, Upper Saône and Canal du Centre
    'Heart of Burgundy' cruise route map
    (Click to enlarge)
    • 128 FEET LONG (38.5 METRES)
    • 21 GUESTS, 2 DECKS
    • 6 CREW
    • 11 CABINS—8 TWINS, 2 DOUBLE, 1 SINGLE (ALL WITH EN SUITE PRIVATE BATHROOMS)
    • OPEN PLAN, SPACIOUS BAR, LOUNGE AND DINING ROOM
    • AIR CONDITIONING AND CENTRAL HEATING THROUGHOUT
    • AIR CONDITIONED PRIVATE COACH FOR EXCURSIONS
    • LARGE SUN DECK WITH COMFORTABLE CHAIRS AND TABLES
    • GOOD BICYCLES CARRIED ON BOARD
    The Caprice is a Dutch-built barge full of charm. The main deck includes a spacious exterior sundeck and a lounge with bar area and dining room, while the lower deck has ten pretty cabins, each with private en suite bathroom. The upper deck has large picture windows that allow plenty of natural light to enhance the cosy surroundings, whilst still affording guests a wonderful view of the beautiful countryside floating past. Cabins have large porthole type windows. Bathrooms are small but functional, comprising a shower, washbasin with shelves and WC.
    In 2012 she will be cruising through beautiful Burgundy from Dijon to St-Leger-sur-Dheune (and reverse) on the Burgundy Canal, Upper Saône and Canal du Centre.
    This cruise route is ideal for first-time bargers who would like to savour a taste of France in a region easily accessible by high speed TGV train from central Paris. You will cruise partially on canal and partially on river, and will see and experience one of the loveliest regions of France, its wonderful wines, gourmet cuisine, architecture, history and the warmth of it inhabitants.



    2012 PRICES (USD) VALUE SEASON REGULAR SEASON
    Individual Cabin Bookings (per guest sharing a double or twin) $2,990 $3,190
    Single Supplement $1390 $1390
    Charter for 21 Guests $56,810 $60,610


    THE PRICE ABOVE DOES NOT INCLUDE PARIS TRANSFERS TO/ FROM THE BARGE MEETING POINT. THESE MAY BE ARRANGED, ON REQUEST, FOR CHARTER GROUPS ONLY AND AT EXTRA COST.

    PLEASE NOTE: THERE IS NO ‘OPEN BAR’ ON THE CAPRICE, EXCEPT DURING 'HAPPY HOUR' PRIOR TO DINNER EVERY EVENING


    VALUE SEASON: April 07,14,21; July 21,28; August 04,11,18; October 20,27 2012
    REGULAR SEASON: April 28; May 05,12,19,26; June 02,09,16,23,30; July 07,14; August 25; September 01,08,15,22,29; October 06,13 2012

    Cruise Highlights may include:

    Dijon, the capital of Burgundy
    The 12th C monks winery of Clos de Vougeot
    Medieval town of Chalon Sur Saone
    The 12th Century Chateau of Rully
    Picturesque village of Chagny
    Wine tasting in Meursault
    Tour of historic Beaune, the capital of the vineyards
    The world famous Hotel Dieu, the first charity hospital of Europe founded in 1443
    Mooring in the vineyards of Santenay
    Tour of the Chateau de Marguerite of Burgundy, one of the best preserved vestiges of a vast medieval fortress
    A tasting of wine at Chateau de Marguerite of Burgundy



    PICK-UP: 3:15pm at Le Creusot TGV Train Station
    DROP-OFF: Between 11am and 12 noon at Le Creusot TGV Train Station

    CRUISES START ON A SATURDAY AND END ON THE FOLLOWING 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