| We begin our tour program discovering the treasures of Burgundy countryside and the famous wineries (Mersault, Pommard, Clos de Vougeot etc.) Our accommodation is the stately, charming and comfortable 4-star HOTEL de la POSTE in Beaune. We then board the deluxe
51 passenger barge "ANACOLUTHE" for a six day cruise from the Chablis region of Burgundy on the Yonne River to the Seine and along the Seine through beautiful countryside and medieval towns to Paris and on to Bougival. We visit famous sights such as Auxerre, Barbizon, & Claude Monet's house and garden at Giverny. We then spend two nights in 'the city of light' - PARIS.
Burgundy bears a heritage unparalleled in the history of France. The historic treasures
found throughout this region are a testimony to its alluring past as the richest of the ancient Duchies. However, for all its ancient fame and riches, Burgundy still feels simple and rustic. Although Burgundy
wines are rated amongst the best in France, it is also celebrated as a kingdom of French gastronomy. Burgundy fascinates with its medieval villages and history-filled towns, deep forests and extensive
vineyards. All in all, Burgundy is warm and welcoming with the pleasures of the table in perfect harmony with its beautiful countryside.
The Anacoluthe, barge cruise offers a different view of the French countryside. We cruise along beside riverbanks lined with ancient villages, stately homes, and verdant forests. The barge cruises for about half the day at approximately 4 miles an hour, the other half of the day we are taken on excursions in some of
the most interesting sights such as the Fontainbleau forest, Barbizon, Moret sur Loing, and the Chateau
Veau le Vicomte. We enjoy three meals a day - lunches and dinners are gourmet and both include excellent regional wines. The barge stays tied up a night so it's possible to take a stroll after a
satisfying dinner in a new town each night. This past year we found the atmosphere relaxed, friendly, and comfortable. Our cabins all had very comfortable twin beds and of course private facilities.
Paris - 'the city of light' no matter how many times you have been before, there is always
something new to discover in this wonderful city - we think it's the perfect way to end a
tour. - Please read over our detailed Day by Day Itinerary - we hope you will come
along !
This tour allows for a maximum of 26 participants!
Be sure to get in on our Early Booking Bonus of $150.00 per person
with a 'refundable deposit'.
Due to a waitlist situation in 1999 we have made special arrangements for 2000.
We want everyone who is interested in joining us for the 2000 tour to have the chance to
book early, secure your space on the tour and look forward to this wonderful tour and barge
cruise. We are offering to our clients who make their deposit early the assurance that their
deposit is refundable any time up to March 10 and you can also take advantage of the
Early Booking Bonus of $150.00 per person by making deposit by February 26, 2000.
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