Orient Express Afloat in France 6 Night Cruise from Dijon to St Leger
Ship:
Afloat in France - Fleur de Lys Cruise Line:
Orient Express Trains & Cruises
Departures: Duration:
6 Nights
Ports: Port du Canal, Longecourt, Dijon, St Jean de Losne, Seurre, Beaune, Rully, St Leger
Airport gateway (Arrival) : Paris Airport gateway (Departure) : Paris
Sunday Board Fleur de Lys at Dijon's Port du Canal for a champagne reception.
Monday Cruise the Canal de Bourgogne from Dijon to Longecourt. After lunch, visit Clos de Vougeot, a medieval château surrounded by vineyards and the headquarters of the Chevaliers du Tastevin, whose special label is annually awarded to the finest Côte d'Or vintages.
Tuesday After breakfast, take a walking tour past the elegant houses of Dijon. Visit the Ducal Palace, market and "Maille" mustard shop. After lunch on board, cruise the Canal de Bourgogne and enter the River Saône before mooring in St-Jeande-Losne, the barging capital of France.
Wednesday Continue to cruise the peaceful valley of the River Saône downstream to Seurre. Visit Beaune, the capital of the Burgundy wine region, and the famous Hôtel-Dieu, Hospice de Beaune. Reboard for a leisurely cruise to Chalon-sur-Saône, one of the Saône Valley's major cities.
Thursday Cruise upstream and leave the River Saône by clearing the lock to enter the Canal du Centre. Relax on board, cycle or walk alongside at the leisurely pace of the barge. After lunch, visit the Château de Rully before returning to your countryside mooring in Rully.
Friday A leisurely cruise gives you a chance to savour the beauty of the French countryside before arriving at the quaint village of St-Léger. Visit the 11th century Château Marguerite de Bourgogne in Couches while, on board, the chef prepares a memorable feast for your farewell dinner.
Saturday Disembark after breakfast and transfer to Dijon for the return TGV to Paris.
* Ports of call may vary based on itinerary and departure dates selected
Rates
Available for private hire only from April to October, up to 6 passengers can board the Fleur de Lys barge and discover the enchanting landscapes of Burgundy and River Saône, travelling through the Côte d'Or, famous wine region and Canal du Centre.
6 Nights
2012
6 Passengers
$46,500
5 Passengers
$56,200
4 Passengers
$50,400
Return private driver transfer service
between Paris and the Fleur de Lys
Included in Charter Cost
Cabin Only
The Fleur de Lys is available for cabin only hire during the months of April and May 2012. Prices are based on two persons sharing and are subject to availability.
6 Nights
2012
Cabin Only
$7,750
Return private driver transfer service between
Paris and the Fleur de Lys
Included in per person cost
What's included:
• Accommodation on board
• Breakfast, lunch and candlelit dinner each day
• Refreshments on board after excursions
• Wine with meals, liqueurs and bar drinks on board
• Sightseeing excursions, including entrance fees
• Use of bicycles
• Air-conditioned vehicle with guide for sightseeing
• All transfers as described in the itinerary
• Return private driver transfer service between Paris and the Fleur de Lys
Cabin Pricing
Ports
Beaune
Beaune is the capital of Burgundy's wine country, with walled fortifications and innumerable shops, restaurants, and cafés for the hordes of tourists and oenophiles who come to savor medieval atmosphere and sample wines from the region's world-class vineyards. The city is home to the Hôtel-Dieuof theHospices de Beaune, a hospital from the Middle Ages (now a museum) that was built in 1443 to care for sick and starving residents of the town. You can still see the rooms and beds where patients received care until the 20th Century, and the building itself is a beautifully preserved Gothic masterpiece with an arcaded courtyard and a multicolored tile roof.
Country - France Distance from port to City - 0kms Distance from Port to Airport - 132kms Currency - Euro (EUR)
Places of Interest Musee du Vin de Bourgogne (Burgandy Wine Museum), Musee de l'Hotel-Dieu (Hospital Museum), Opera Night Disco
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Orient Express Trains & Cruises
Orient-Express Hotels, Trains and Cruises. A name synonymous with the ultimate in luxury and service for over 25 years, Orient-Express owns and manages hotels, trains, cruises and restaurants in some of the most magical locations our planet has to offer.
Orient-Express now encompasses myriad luxury travel experiences to suit all tastes, in settings as diverse as Peru, Botswana, Tahiti, Portugal and Australia.
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Afloat in France - Fleur de Lys
Gracious elegance and pure Orient-Express style make a journey aboard The Fleur de Lys the ultimate in luxury barging.
The Fleur de Lys is furnished with authentic pieces collected on a trip to India 30 years ago. Of particular interest is the Telegraph that now stands in the lounge and acts as a night light. This gem of an item was discovered for sale on a street corner. A price was agreed with the vendor which included shipping. The Telegraph duly arrived six months later!
Gently travelling the classic Burgundy route, you pass through France's famous
Cote d'Or. Drift past vineyards home to legendary regions such as Cote de Nuits and Cote de Beaune where Grand Crus wines can be savoured. Fleur de Lys also cruises the River Saone and teh Canal du Centre, visiting delightful towns and villages en route.
With a stately lounge and large windows that frame the passing countryside, this
peniche-hotel offers a cruise to remember. Exceptional on board dining and the chance to join in local life enhance this great experience.
Facilities
On board Fleur de Lys you will find a range of entertainment and services to ensure that your experience is as pleasurable and relaxing as possible - a real home from home.
These entertainment services are provided at no additional charge:
On board library
Games
Music System
Bose iPod Docking Station
Bicycles and Maps
Tennis Rackets and Balls
DVDs
Grand Piano
Also available for your convenience:
Mail Service/Stamps
Newspaper
Photo film on sale
Souvenirs
Guest computer with Internet access (in lounge)
Safe - one central
We can also offer to arrange essential services: (additional charges may apply)
Dry Cleaning
Hair Dresser
Religious Services
Restaurants can be booked
Doctor/Dentist/Nurse
