European Waterways Ever wanted to truly escape and watch the world go by? Have you ever wanted to enjoy the same luxuries as a country house hotel afloat? Well now you can with European Waterways deluxe all-inclusive hotel barges. Experience the fascinating world of hotel barging, whether in the shaded Canal du Midi in Southern France, the Venetian Lagoon, the rustic beauty of Ireland, the Royal River Thames or the stunningly rugged landscapes of Scotland. Typically carrying only 6-12 passengers your floating hotel will cruise gently along, while you relax, enjoy the fine wines and excellent cuisine prepared by your own Chef and an open-bar.
Your personal tour guide is knowledgeable and enthusiastic and your on board team ensure that the highest standards are maintained throughout your cruise. All meals, wine with lunch and dinner, open-bar and shore excusions are included in the cost. Why not charter a barge for a unique and exclusive family holiday or a trip with group of like-minded friends. The hotel-barges also provide the perfect venue for a special celebration. Itineraries can be themed and golf cruises, wine cruises and health & relaxation are all popular choices. With so many to choose from you will be spoilt for choice. La Belle Époque, Burgundy, France. The 12 passenger La Belle Époque is a state-of-the art luxury hotel barge and has been designed with both elegance and passenger comfort in mind. The barge offers a sun-deck with spa pool, wood panelled saloon and dining room and is fully air-conditioned. The spacious cabins offer a choice of twin or double beds with plush en-suite facilities. The Captain leads a crew of six, comprising Master Chef, Tour guide, House keeper and two Stewardesses. The price for exclusive hire of this barge for 12 persons starts from £17,800 for a 6 night cruise. (Price excludes travel to/from the barge). Cruise highlights l All-inclusive - open bar, complimentary wines, gourmet cuisine, entry fees for excursions l Explore enchanting Auxerre l Wine tasting of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in a 12th Century cellar l Visit St. Bris with its underground passages l Foie Gras tasting l Visit Vézelay, a medieval hilltop village l Gastronomic dinner ashore l Optional Hot Air Ballooning Cuisine aboard Regional specialities Filet d'Agneau au Basilic, Magret de Canard, Poulet à L'Estragon Wine cellar Chablis, Vosne Romanée, Domaine Laroche, Nuits-St-Georges, Epineuil Cheese board Aisy Cendré, Bouton de Culotte, Epoisses, Ami du Chambertin
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