'Meanderer'

Cruising in Central France

The Upper Loire (between Montargis and Chatillon-sur-Loire)

  • 123 FEET LONG (37.2 METRES)
  • 6 PASSENGERS
  • 5 CREW
  • 3 TWIN OR QUEEN-BEDDED DOUBLE CABINS (ALL WITH PRIVATE BATHROOM, HAIRDRYERS AND BATHROBES)
  • 6 GOOD QUALITY BIKES
  • AIR CONDITIONING
  • CENTRAL HEATING
  • HEATED JACUZZI ON THE SUNDECK
  • FLAT-SCREEN SATELLITE TV/DVD IN EACH CABIN (BBC + CNN)
  • FULLY AIR CON’D PRIVATE MINIBUS FOR EXCURSIONS
  • BROADBAND FREE INTERNET ACCESS IN SALOON, PLUS CDS, STEREO, LIBRARY, GAMES, ETC.
The Meanderer Barge

 

Owned and operated by energetic American owners George and Susan Kovalic, Meanderer is one of the most spacious luxury barges on the waterways of Europe. She can accommodate up to six guests in great style in a friendly and relaxed yet private atmosphere. All three cabins can be arranged either as twin or queen-size doubles and are spacious, light and very comfortable. The light, airy cabins and sparkling bathrooms (redecorated in Spring 2006) have opening windows with mosquito nets which means you can leave cabin windows open at night without waking up to insect bites! Her attractive full width saloon and dining area has huge opening picture windows on each side, making cruising on Meanderer a real treat as you always have a wonderful view of the outside scenery. From the saloon there is easy access to the large sun deck complete with luxury heated spa pool, a covered al fresco dining area, and very comfortable, high quality lounging furniture. There is more than 6 foot 6 inches headroom throughout, no more than 5 steps between each level and a permanent canopy over the sun deck (not temporary parasols), so guests have the choice of sitting in sun or shade at any time during the cruise.
The Meanderer 2008 cruise itinerary is based in the fascinating and lesser-known region of the Upper Loire, often referred to as the ‘Garden of France’; a typically French landscape with peaceful, rolling countryside. Click on ‘Itinerary’ above to view a day by day cruise program.

 

 

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Meanderer Upper Loire Cruise highlights may include:
The beautiful Chateau de Fontainebleau
Walking tour of pretty Montargis
Exploration of the world-renowned Sancerre wine region
The Chateau de St Fargeau (a private visit)
An accompanied tour of the Briare farmers’ market (with your chef)
The Pont Canal de Briare (the longest aqueduct in Europe, crossing the River Loire
and designed by Gustave Eiffel, of the Paris tower fame)
The picturesque Canal de Briare (you will cruise the entire length)

 

Meanderer offers golf and other special interest charters. Non-golfing guests are offered alternative excursions and visits, which are completely compatible with a golf charter. Other theme cruises include Antiques, Art, Wine and ‘Learn French’ cruises. Some special themed charters may be subject to a small premium.
PLEASE ASK US FOR MORE DETAILS ON THEIR ANTIQUES AND GOLF CHARTERS.


PICK-UP— any central Paris location, 2:30pm Sunday.
DROP-OFF— central Paris, Saturday late morning.

Individual Cabin Bookings (per guest sharing a double or twin) $3,998 $4,498
Charter for 4 guests $20,990 $21,990
Charter for 5 guests $21,990 $23,990
Charter for 6 guests $22,990 $25,990

LOW SEASON DATES: April 20, 27; October 19, 26 2008


HIGH SEASON DATES: May 04, 11, 18, 25; June 01, 08, 15, 22, 29; July 06, 13, 20, 27; August 03, 10, 17, 24, 31; September 07, 14, 21, 28; October 05, 12 2008


CRUISES START ON A SUNDAY AND END THE FOLLOWING SATURDAY

 

 

 


 

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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