YOUR CRUISE
ITINERARY: BEZIERS TO AIGUES MORTES
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ITINERARY: BEZIERS TO AIGUES MORTES
Pick-up Beziers. SATURDAY - DAY 1
5:00 p.m:
You will join Emma moored in the port of Bèziers and enjoy
champagne cocktails whilst getting to settle in and meet the rest of
the crew.
SUNDAY - DAY 2
Morning:
The lively street market of St Chinian, famous for its AOC wines is our
first visit today, followed by a tour through the Orb valley to
Roquebrun. Thanks to its micro climate orange and lemon trees and
mimosa flower in the gardens overlooking the river.
Afternoon:
After lunch we cruise to the ancient Greek town of Agde built on the
river Hérault out of volcanic stone.You can visit the old historic
centre of Agde or, the Cap d’Agde and Le Grau d’Agde with its beautiful
sandy beaches.
MONDAY - DAY 3
Morning:
Visit to Pezenas, adopted home of Molière. A paradise for those
interested in architecture, quaint boutiques, arts and crafts and
antiques.
Afternoon: We go through one of only
2 round locks in Europe to bring us on to the River Herault. We shall
take a lazy cruise up the river and out past the nature reserve of
Bagnas into the Etang de Thau, leaving fresh water behind us and
entering the salt waters; Our mooring for tonight is the Port of
Marseillan where you can visit the winery of Noilly Prat.
TUESDAY - DAY 4
Morning:
Our cruise this morning takes us across the Etang to Sète. We
shall cruise past the famous oyster beds of Bouzigues which we serve
with the delicious white wine from the vineyards of Pinet.
Afternoon:
You will be taken off to visit Sète this afternoon. Home of Captain
René, it is a busy ,bustling town criss crossed with canals from where
it gets its name as the “Little Venice of the Midi”. You will be taken
up to the Mont Saint Clair with its spectacular views and a charming
little chapel with beautiful murals.
WEDNESDAY - DAY 5
Morning:
Our cruise today takes us through the little town of Frontignan, home
of the sweet Muscat wine. The canal now runs parallel with the
Mediterranean Sea so any time you fancy a swim!!!! We shall be mooring
near to Villeneuve les Mageulone
Afternoon: A
visit to Montpellier this afternoon will be an opportunity for those
wishing to shop. The historic centre of this university city which is
also the oldest medical centre in France, is very interesting to
wander around. The Place de la Comedie just beside the theatre is
wonderful just to sit and have a coffee or a glass of wine and watch
the world go by. There is something for everyone to enjoy in this
beautiful city. THURSDAY - DAY 6
Morning:
Aigues Mortes is our destination today. Cruising through the Camargue
with its black bulls, white horses and pink flamingos, you are now in
the heart of Provence.
Afternoon:
This afternoon you will be able to explore this walled city, starting
point of the crusades. You can have a walk along the ramparts, visit
the Tour of Constance, the old prison for wayward women, or delight in
the little shops filled with fabrics, pottery, and local produce,
before returning aboard for your final dinner.
FRIDAY - DAY 7
Morning:
Sadly your week with us is over and after breakfast your guide will be
taking you on to Montpellier to continue your onward journey.
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