7-Day Luxury Barging Trips in France
In a world of ordinary, in a world rushed and harried, imagine sitting on the upper deck of a very luxurious barge serenely floating through the Loire Valley of France past chateaux’s vineyards and country estates. Voyager Worldwide can take you to such a place. From the minute you are greeted by your Voyager Guide, another world unfolds. Unhurried, elegant, and supremely relaxing. At a pace easily matched on a bicycle along the picturesque canal shore trail, your barge cruises by 12th century churches, ancient fortifications, and local folks out for a stroll. Each trip is customized and can emphasize gourmet cooking, winemaking, art treasures or a serene balloon flight over castles, chateaux’s and vineyards.
You will pass through regions with international reputations for fine food, wine and hospitality. Meals onboard the barges are prepared from shopping trips taken daily along the way. The Garonne Valley is an example of a regional destination known for its agricultural vitality. Fresh fruits, vegetables, corn, wild mushrooms, garlic, ducks, geese, lambs and pigs, and many other delicacies are used in the preparation of 5 star cuisine. The most challenging task of the day might be a leisurely stroll thru St. Emillion’s fine wine shops in search of that 20-year old Cheval Blanc to complete the evening’s dinner setting.
Whether its is a small intimate 4 –cabin barge, or a larger 50 passenger vessel, you will see, taste and experience France in an intimate and unique way. Whether its exploring the hundreds of miles of canals along the Canal du Midi in Southern France or a Chablis cruise in Western Burgundy, there is an enchanted waterway beckoning you to come, explore.
To accommodate larger groups, tandem barge trips can be arranged. Most barges have their own minibus or coach for extended touring.
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