HONEYMOON CRUISES...
...through Venice, the Scottish Highlands or the Loire Valley

Three of the most intimate vessels that we are pleased to represent can be chartered for an exclusive two person charter offering the ultimate in floating romance. Couples use the best double suite and will enjoy fine dining on board nightly by candlelight after champagne cocktails, with one evening meal ashore seated at the best table in a Michelin starred restaurant. Cruises will include special honeymoon features such as a serenaded gondola ride, balloon trip or luxury loch side picnic with piper in discreet attendance! Daily excursions are tailor-made to individual preference and can sometimes be made by bicycle or horse drawn carriage.

Cruising through Venice...
The Venice cruise on board La Dolce Vita includes arrival by high speed water taxi, secluded anchorages by remote lagoon islands and a trip up the River Brenta to Padua, setting of two of Shakespeare’s plays. There is also time for cappuccinos in St Mark’s Square and Bellini cocktails at the world famous Harry’s Bar.

Cruising through the Scottish Highlands...
The Scottish Highlands offers the most spectacular inland waterway scenery in Europe with the Scottish Highlander finding dramatic anchorages such as Urqhuart Castle on mysterious Loch Ness. Guests can wander the heather clad shores with only sheep for company or relax on board with maybe a “wee dram” of single malt whisky.

Cruising through the Loire Valley...
The Loire Valley cruise with its fairytale chateaux and tranquil vineyards is another romantic destination. The Nymphea will moor in picturesque settings by centuries old watermills or under shady weeping willows and a short stroll will lead to a colourful street market or friendly village café.

There is something for every discerning newly wed couple in the programme which is offered at US$15000 for a 7 day/6 night charter

LA TORTUE
"LANGUEDOC CONNOISSEUR WINE HOLIDAY"

We are delighted to be able to offer a new cruise route in 2008 on La Tortue, the Languedoc 'Connoisseur Wine Holiday', a gastronomic experience cruising along the most beautiful waterway in France

For this cruise on the magnificent 'La Tortue' barge along the canal du midi you will be joined by Master of Wine, Juliet Bruce Jones as you sail past the historic vineyards of the Languedoc region of southern France. To read details of this fantastic cruise simply click here to download the complete itinerary!

We are pleased to annouce that the Savoir Faire will continue with its cruise route throughout 2008, "The Best of Upper Loire and Burgundy", with more biking, more walking, more canal, more variety... more of everything!

You will be welcomed aboard the Savoir Faire for your magical journey through time as she glides past picturesque villages and mighty Gothic towns. From the sun kissed slopes of Chablis to the inner sanctuaries of French kings and noble knights, this cruise promises golden memories with every turn you take.

On "The Best of Upper Loire and Burgundy" cruise the Savoir Faire will cruise from Auxerre (Burgundy) to Montargis (Upper Loire), via the Yonne, Petite Seine and Canal du Loing

This special cruise includes the following excursions:
- Walking tour of medieval Auxerre with optional "Son et Lumiere in the Cathedral" after dinner
- Wine tasting at Chablis with personalized tour of the Grand Cru vineyards followed by optional cheese tasting at a local Burgundian farm
- Walking tour of 13th Century riverside town of Villeneuve sur Yonne
- Walking tour of 12th Century Sens Cathedral, the first of the great Gothic cathedrals of France
- Tour of the Chateau of Vaux la Vicompte and gardens - setting for the film "The Man In The Iron Mask"
- Walking tour of medieval Moret sur Loing and visit to the house of famous Impressionist Alfred Sisley
- Tour of Fontainebleau Palace & gardens followed by optional visit to artist community of Barbizon
- Excursion to the shops and flowered walkways of Montargis

Your captain arranges each day so you can enjoy the opportunity to excercise along the paths that border the cruise route.
For those who are more adventurous we provide local maps so that you can visit hamlets and monuments close by. For those who are more adventurous Hot Air Ballooning can be arranged at additional cost.