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 Hurley Travel Experts is offering an exclusive barge trip with French Country Waterways from October 12-18, 2008 on a 12-person vessel at the amazing rate of $4,476.50 per person -a 30% discount!
The barge, Nenuphar, was completely rebuilt last year and has six queen or king-bedded suites. Her itinerary in the Burgundy region includes dinner at the 3-star La Cote St. Jacques in Joigny, visits to the chateaux of Ancy-le-Franc and Tanlay, a private wine-tasting in Chablis at the Domaine Laroche winery, as well as a walking tour of the medieval port town of Auxerre. Opportunities for walking or bike-riding along the towpaths are ample.
Experience the joie de vivre on a leisurely cruise with French Country Waterways. Life truly is joyful as you drift along Alsace-Lorraine’s network of canals aboard your deluxe river barge. Savor innovative cuisine and the finest wine list afloat – including Premier and Grand Cru labels – while spending one evening ashore at a Michelin-starred restaurant.
What’s Included
· Six-night accommodations with private stateroom and bath
· All meals, with estate-bottled wines at lunch and dinner
· Alcoholic beverages
· Private visit to Domaine Laroche Winery
· Full services of Captain and crew
· All side tours and excursions
· Full use of facilities, including bicycles, games, and library
· Transfers to/from barge at designated meeting and departure points
· French Country Waterways exclusive canvas tote
What’s Not Included
· Airfare
· Gratuities to crew
· Optional hot air balloon flights
· Personal expenses
· Anything not noted under inclusions
Cruise Pricing
Original pricing: $6,395
Discounted price at 30% off = $4,476.50
All prices are per person, double occupancy, unless otherwise noted. Subject to availability. Prices and itinerary are subject to change. Minimum age requirement is 18 years (exceptions made for family charters). Single supplement applies.
 Ship: Nenuphar
Length: 128 feet
Air-Conditioned
Crew: 6
Passengers: 12
Staterooms: 6 Suites – King or Queen
Trip Dates: Oct 12 - 18, 2008
Locations: Fly into Paris, transfer to Auxerre to Lezinnes, France
Duration: 6 days
Info: Northern Burgundy ~ Discover picturesque Burgundy, passing through a region rich in history, commerce, art, and religion. Itinerary highlights: private wine tasting in Chablis; visit to the 12th century Abbaye de Pontigny; tour of the 16th century château of Ancy-le-Franc. Savor a gourmet dinner ashore at the luxurious La Côte Saint-Jacques. Six-night deluxe canal cruises depart every Sunday from April through October.
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