Sunday -
Paris to Dijon
Depart Paris, Gare de Lyon, on the TGV train in the afternoon. On
arrival at Dijon station you are met by the Captain who escorts you on
your transfer to Dijon’s Port du Canal where you board the barge for
your cruise through Burgundy. A champagne reception welcomes you and
gives you a chance to meet the crew. A delicious dinner is be served
later that evening.
Monday -
Cruise to Fleury-sur-Ouche. Visit Château du Clos de Vougeot
As you leave Dijon the canal turns to the southwest and follows the
river Ouche where small-unspoiled villages and green forested hills
provide you with exceptional views from the deck. This afternoon’s
excursion is a dégustation in Chambolle Musigny and a visit to Château
du Clos de Vougeot, a medieval château surrounded by vineyards. This is
the headquarters of the Chevaliers du Tastevin, whose special label is
awarded annually to the finest Côte d’Or vintages. The barge moors for
the night in Fleury-sur-Ouche, a small village from which you may enjoy
a stroll around.
Tuesday -
Cruise to Gissey. Visit Dijon
After breakfast, while the barge cruises to Gissey, your guide takes
you on a walking tour of Dijon. Visit the Ducal Palace, the market and
the Grey Poupon mustard shop. Return to the boat for lunch and an
afternoon’s cruise to the charming village of Gissey.
Wednesday -
Cruise to La Bussiere. Visit Beaune
Spend the morning relaxing on the top deck and watching the scenery
glide by as the barge cruises along. After lunch your guide escorts you
to Beaune, capital of the wine region of Burgundy, to visit to the
famous Hôtel-Dieu, Hospice de Beaune and enjoy a tasting of some of the
magnificent local wines.
Thursday -
Cruise to Pont d’Ouche. Visit Château de Commarin
After breakfast, your guide takes you to visit the Abbey de la Bussiere
built in the 12th century under the guidance of the Cistercian monks
from Cluny. Back on board for lunch. In the afternoon your guide takes
you to visit the Château de Commarin; an interesting castle whose
celebrated tapestries with the coat of arms of the Vienne family, take
the place of a family tree.
Friday -
Cruise to Escommes. Visit Châteauneuf-en-Auxois
After a morning cruise we stop at Repe and make a visit to
Châteauneuf-en-Auxois. Both the village and the château have a long and
interesting history. Back on board for lunch and some more cruising
before a visit to the Abbaye de Fontenay one of the oldest Cistercian
monasteries in Europe. Meanwhile the chef is preparing a feast for your
farewell dinner.
Saturday -
Dijon - Paris
After breakfast disembark the barge and transfer to Dijon station.
Return to Paris (Gare de Lyon) on the TGV where you are met by our
representative to assist you with your luggage
NOTE:
Itineraries are subject to change
