Cruise In The South Of France On The Canal du Midi Aboard The Deluxe Hotel-Barge CLAIR DE LUNE

SEVEN DAYS / SIX NIGHTS

The 6-passenger Clair de Lune is tastefully furnished with Mediterranean plane tree and American cherry wood furnishings. There is a stylish, modern salon with a comfortable sitting area, a large dining table and a well stocked bar. There are three spacious cabins, each of which can be configured with a queen bed or two twin sized beds. Each cabin has a large wardrobe, dressing table, and an ensuite bathroom, with large shower. The cabins and the salon all have large picture windows. The beds in each cabin face the windows, so that you can enjoy the scenery even from inside of the barge. For easy access, the boat has been built with as few stairs as possible.

A very large sundeck takes command on the exterior of the barge, where you can lounge in comfort on reclining chairs. Sun-lovers can soak up the sun and cool down in the Jacuzzi, while those who prefer the shade can relax under the awning while watching the picturesque scenery unfold. The sundeck is a perfect setting to enjoy an al fresco lunch or a leisurely candlelit dinner on beautiful summer evenings.

The Clair de Lune cruises between Beziers and Carcassonne on the quaint Canal du Midi, where you will discover some of the most beautiful historical sites in the south of France. For charter groups the standard excursions can be modified and personalized according to your interests, and visits to chateaux and wine tastings can be organized around the cruise.

The Clair de Lune team is led by its French owner, Yves Pastor, who is accompanied by an English-speaking crew: a professionally trained Chef who will be responsible for all of the meals on board, a tour guide who will lead all of the excursions, and a hostess. Yves' lifelong love of boating and desire to provide a luxury barge experience to passengers from all over the world is what drives his passion for barging. While on board, the crew invites you to relax and enjoy the landscapes and natural beauty of this magnificent canal.

Features

• Size of barge: 100 ft by 16.5 ft
• Number of Passengers: 6
• Number of Cabins (all with private bath): 3
• Crew: 4
• Air Conditioning and Central Heating: Yes
• Salon: Large salon/dining area with corner banquette, club chairs, and dining table for 6. Four large picture windows.
• Bar: Open bar
• Deck: Large teak sundeck with spa pool, partial awning, reclining chairs, dining table and jacuzzi
• Spa Tub: Yes
• Cabin Features: 3 cabins each 135 sq ft, configured as twin beds or queen bed, with ensuite bathroom with shower. All with large picture windows and writing desk.
• Vehicle for Transfers/Excursions: Air-condtioned Volkswagen Caravelle minivan seating 9.
• Accessibility: No gangplank from the shore is needed and there are no steps to enter the salon. Seven steps from the salon to sundeck.
• Bicycles: 4 mountain bicycles provided, six on request.
• 3-night and 6-night well-being cruises: Available on request

Clair de Lune's Deck Plan

Dining Aboard the Clair de Lune
SAMPLE MENU

• Freshly baked croissants, pastries and breads
• Cereals
• Fresh fruits
• Fresh fruit juices
• Coffee and a selection of teas

• Quiche Lorraine
• Assorted salads may include green bean salad with lardons and walnuts, tabbouleh salad,
  mesclun salad with pine nuts and raspberry vinaigrette
• Ballotine of chicken stuffed with leeks & spinach, fondant potatoes and brandy mustard sauce
• Ratatouille quiche and warm potato salad with shallot dressing
• Assorted seafood platter
• Assorted cheese board that may include Tomme de Lozere, Roquefort, Bleu des Causses
  and Comte Cheese
• Peach sabayon with balsamic peaches

• St Agur and walnut souffle tart with rocket and apple salad
• Roasted lamb loin with mustard-herb crust, braised lamb with roasted baby vegetables
  & riz de Marseillette
• Honey glazed quail with Waldorf salad
• Cod steaks with gnocchi in a rich chilli tomato sauce
• Jerusalem artichoke veloute with warm quince pannacotta
• Pork filet mignon with Parma ham, agen prunes, Armagnac and apple & celeriac gratin
• Spinach, caramelized garlic, red pepper and potato pithivier
• Seared peppered tuna steak with quail egg nicoise
• Prawn and crab ravioli with prawn bisque foam
• Pan fried breast of pintade with honey & lemon roasted fennel with shaved fennel & mache salad
• Assorted cheese board to include Chaorce, Brebis Basque, Gaperon, Bleu de Causses,
  Bleu d’Auvergne, Saint Felicien, Epoisse, Pelardon, Cantal and Cabecou

• Trio of crème brulee’s
• Chocate crumble tart with hazelnut ice cream and butterscotch sauce
• Molten chocolate and chilli cakes with caramel ice cream
• Liquorice poached pear with honey and praline ice cream
• Pomegranate and yogurt pannacotta with spun sugar

Passenger Comments:

The Clair de Lune's route through the south of France, from Carcassonne to Beziers on the Canal du Midi. For a more detailed look at the cruise route, view our map of the Canal du Midi.

*Note: Cruise directions and sample itineraries may be in reverse and are subject to change and may depend on bookings and local navigation conditions. Alternate excursions of equal appeal are substituted when needed. For charter cruises special itineraries can be arranged.

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