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  • 'L'ETOILE'

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  • Cruising in the south of France
    Provence and the Camargue, between Avignon and Montpellier
    Provence Cruise route map
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    • 111 FEET LONG (34 METRES)
    • UP TO 8 GUESTS
    • 3 CREW
    • 3 DOUBLE CABINS (2 WITH KING SIZE BEDS) AND 1 VERY SMALL ‘STUDIO’ TWIN CABIN WITH RAISED BEDS (ALL CABINS WITH PRIVATE BATHROOM)
    • 7 GOOD QUALITY ADULT BIKES AND 2 CHILDRENS’ BIKES
    • AIR CONDITIONING AND FULL CENTRAL HEATING
    • AIR-CONDITIONED 8 SEATER PRIVATE MINIBUS (MERCEDES) FOR EXCURSIONS
    • UNHEATED PLUNGE POOL ON THE SUN-DECK
    • CD PLAYER, STEREO, TV, LIBRARY, GAMES, FISHING EQUIPMENT
    L’Étoile is owner-operated by cheerful and charismatic Dutch adventurer Cobie Lagerburg. Her sunny disposition means all who cruise on the Etoile feel instantly at home within minutes of stepping aboard. The atmosphere on board is very casual and relaxed; the perfect environment in which to recharge your batteries and explore France the stress-free way.
    Fully air conditioned with a large lounge/dining area, l’Etoile has plenty of natural light and is decorated in a contemporary French style; there is even a marble open fireplace giving warmth where necessary to spring and autumn cruises. All cabins are cosy and comfortable, decorated with very pretty fabrics, as are the four private bathrooms. On deck you and your co-cruisers can enjoy cooling off in the small plunge pool if liked, and there is plenty of space and comfortable seating in ample shade.
    In 2012 l’Etoile cruises in the sunny Provence/Camargue region between the stunning ancient cities of Avignon and Montpellier. The barge is particularly suited to private family charters with young children, although all guests are more than welcome! L’Etoile also offers her own very special ‘Barge and Bike’, ‘Barge and Cook’ and ‘Barge and Wine’ (for charter bookings only) and 'Provence Shopping' cruises in 2011. Please ask us for full details.

    2012 PRICES (USD) FULL BOARD** HALF BOARD*
    Charter for up to 8 guests $25,500 $23,500
    Charter for up to 7 guests $23,500 $21,500
    Charter for up to 6 guests $21,500 $19,500
    Charter for up to 4 guests $18,500 $16,500

    Note: Individual cabin bookings are available, based on two people sharing, with pricing dependant upon the actual cabin booked. Please contact us to enquire about availability and pricing.


    *Half Board Cruise: The crew will help you to choose special restaurants for your evening meals (at your own cost) and provide transportation to and from your place of dining. You will enjoy the regular gourmet breakfasts and lunches on the barge.

    **Full Board Cruise: Four course evening meals are served each evening aboard L’Étoile and on one evening you are invited to dine off the boat at a specially selected restaurant. Wine and drinks taken at the restaurant are included in the Full Board price. Note – entrance fees to places visited are not included in the Etoile charter prices.

    Possible Cruise Highlights

    Ancient Roman aqueduct the ‘Pont du Gard’
    The dazzling city of Avignon and its ‘Palace of the Popes’
    Picture Book Provencal Village—Les Baux de Provence
    Roman city of Arles
    Fortified town of Aigues Mortes
    Romantic Maguelone Abbey Church next to the Mediterranean Sea


    PICK-UP: Avignon or Montpellier, depending on cruise direction
    DROP-OFF: Avignon or Montpellier, depending on cruise direction

    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