Fandango was built in 1939 specifically to
the dimensions of the
locks and low stone arch bridges of the Canal du Midi. Abandoned near
Bordeaux in the 1970's when highways took over barge freight, owner
Hazel Young convinced the Provencal cosmetics company L'Occitane to
restore her as the historical flagship of the Canal and a glamorous
floating showroom. Fandango returned to the Midi in 1998 to become a
luxurious private charter barge for 4 to 6 passengers.
A
barge cruise on Fandango means relaxed luxury plus a chance for
personal contact with a stimulating local culture. Each day will be a
flowing experience of cruising for a few hours and enjoying a daily
sightseeing excursion in our air-conditioned mini-van. This can be to
visit local sites of historic or cultural interest, shop at open air
markets, enjoy winetastings and the olives from the prize winning olive
oil mill, l'Oulibo. While the barge cruises at a leisurely pace you can
walk alongside, ride a bicycle into the countryside or simply put your
feet up on our provencal tiled decks while the chef prepares your next
delicious meal. An English-speaking crew of four pampers you the week
long.
