Cruise In Southern Burgundy On The Canal de Bourgogne, Saone River and The Canal du Centre Aboard The Ultra Deluxe Hotel-Barge ADRIENNE

SEVEN DAYS / SIX NIGHTS

The 12-passenger Adrienne is one of the most luxurious barges afloat. With handcrafted French provincial furnishings throughout, it provides six large king or twin suites, with marble bathrooms and custom-made cabinetry and armoires in rich maple. There is a beautiful salon and a dining area where guests can enjoy superb cuisine and vintage wines. The barge has a spacious canopied deck with comfortable furniture for relaxing and enjoying the picturesque views.

The Adrienne cruises in Southern Burgundy between Dijon and St. Leger-sur-Dheune, near the heart of the famous Cote-d'Or wine region on the Canal de Bourgogne, Saone River and the Canal du Centre. During your cruise you will have an opportunity to walk through the historic center of Dijon, visit the 18th century Chateau of Longecourt and 12th century Castle of Rochepot, the medieval abbey of Clos de Vougeot, and Beaune with its famous Hospice, as well as enjoy a private wine tasting and a drive through the vineyards and the rolling hills of the beautiful Burgundy countryside.

You will be greeted at the meeting point hotel in Paris and escorted via private motorcoach and high-speed train to the barge mooring in Burgundy, where you will be welcomed by your English-speaking crew. Spend the first evening becoming acquainted with your fellow passengers and enjoying your first gourmet meal on board. Each morning, your barge gets underway for the day's cruise. As it navigates the frequent locks on the canal, you can step directly ashore for a leisurely stroll along the canal towpath or take one of the barge's bicycles to explore the quaint villages nearby. Or simply relax on the sundeck and watch the every-changing scenery slowly go by. During the day, you will also be taken on an excursion via private motorcoach to a nearby point of interest. The itinerary has been created to provide a sampling of the region ... romantic castles, historic towns, and vineyards for wine tasting. At certain chateaux and estates, your tour may be conducted by the owner, whose family has been in residence for generations. Your Captain will also arrange for you to enjoy special local events which might occur during your cruise, such as the lively farmers' markets. As an option, you may also be able to take a hot air balloon flight, depending on the location and the weather.

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Features

• Size of barge: 128 ft by 16.5 ft
• Number of Passengers: 12
• Number of Cabins (all with private bath): 6
• Crew: 6
• Air Conditioning and Central Heating: Yes
• Salon: Elegant salon with comfortable sofas and chairs, separate dining room, picture windows
• Bar: Open bar
• Deck: Sundeck with canopy, deck chairs and 3 tables
• Spa Tub: No
• Cabin Features: 6 suites with king bed or twins, each 157 sq ft, including ensuite marble bathrooms with shower
• Vehicle for Transfers/Excursions: Air-conditioned Mercedes 13 passenger mini-bus
• Wheelchair accessible: No
• Bicycles: 8
• Dinner ashore: Dinner at a Michelin star restaurant included.
• Wi-Fi: Yes - limited in some areas

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Adrienne's Deck Plan

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Passenger Comments:

The high points were waking up every morning knowing that it would be full of great food, great wine, great company and fantastic service. As far as the excursions, I enjoyed the Count and his chateau as well as the mustard tasting and meeting Anna's mother. Meeting and enjoying local people is something you only find with close friends. It was a joy to meet the locals.
L & L.G., CA, USA, July 2014

The captain listened to our comments and added things to the excursions making it extra special. Examples: 1) Someone asked about different kinds of mustards while in Dijon. Anna organized a shop to host us for a mustard tasting. 2) Someone mentioned that they were very interested in the historical castles and especially the kitchens. Anna arranged for us to visit a chateau owned by a friend of hers that had a restored 15th century kitchen in it.
B. R., NC, USA, July 2014

Wonderful trip. We'd love to do it again! The meals and wine were far beyond our expectations!!! Outstanding! Fabulous chef! His creativity and skill are amazing. The excursions were very good. We liked the flexibility we had about what we wanted to see and how much time we wanted to take doing it.
R.T., TX, USA, October 2013

The barge and our cabin exceeded our most optimistic expectations. The personalized visits to small shops, vineyards and a 'living' chateau which provided us unique opportunities to meet and visit with charming, local inhabitants. The dinner at a 3-star Micheline restaurant. Very elegant presentation but not comparable in menu or service to any of those we had on the barge.
D.S., TX, USA, October 2013

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Adrienne 2014 Season Cruise Schedule* Week Route Season Apr 6 Dijon-St Leger Early/Late Apr 13 St Leger-Dijon Early/Late Apr 20 Dijon-St Leger Early/Late Apr 27 St Leger-Dijon Value May 4 Dijon-St Leger High May 11 St Leger-Dijon High May 18 Dijon-St Leger High May 25 St Leger-Dijon High Jun 1 Dijon-St Leger High Jun 8 St Leger-Dijon High Jun 15 Dijon-St Leger High Jun 22 St Leger-Dijon High Jun 29 Dijon-St Leger High Jul 6 St Leger-Dijon Value Jul 13 Dijon-St Leger Value

Cruise Schedule* ... continued Week Route Season Jul 20 St Leger-Dijon Value Jul 27 Dijon-St Leger Value Aug 3 St Leger-Dijon Value Aug 10 Dijon-St Leger High Aug 17 St Leger-Dijon High Aug 24 Dijon-St Leger High Aug 31 St Leger-Dijon Prime Sep 7 Dijon-St Leger Prime Sep 14 St Leger-Dijon Prime Sep 21 Dijon-St Leger Prime Sep 28 St Leger-Dijon Prime Oct 5 Dijon-St Leger Prime Oct 12 St Leger-Dijon High Oct 19 Dijon-St Leger Value Oct 26 St Leger-Dijon Early/Late

The Adrienne's route through Central and Southern Burgundy, from Dijon to St Leger, along the Canal de Bourgogne, the Saone River and the Canal du Centre. For a more detailed look at the cruise route, view our map of the Canal de Bourgogne, Saone River and the Canal du Centre.

*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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ADRIENNE 2014 SEASON PRICES in US DOLLARS
ACCOMMODATION	EARLY/LATE Apr 6 thru Apr 26 Oct 26 thru Nov 1	VALUE Apr 27 thru May 3 Jul 6 thru Aug 9 Oct 19 thru Oct 25	HIGH May 4 thru Jul 5 Aug 10 thru Aug 30 Oct 12 thru Oct 18	PRIME Aug 31 thru Oct 11
Suite (per person, double occupancy)	$5,695	$6,195	$6,495	$6,495
Suite Single Supplement	$1,795	$1,795	$1,795	$1,795
Charter for up to 12	$65,940	$70,740	$75,540	$77,940

NOTE: 2015 bookings are being accepted. Please contact us for 2015 prices: by phone at 1-877-642-2743 (US/Canada), 001.443.321.3614 (or +1-443-321-3614) if outside of the US, or by email at info@specialplacestravel.com

What's Included for 2014 & 2015
- 7 days, 6 nights in a cabin with private bath
- Transfers from Paris to the barge and return
- All meals starting with Sunday dinner through Saturday breakfast
- Wines with lunches and dinners
- Open bar
- All side tours and excursions
- Use of bicycles
- Dinner ashore at a Michelin star restaurant

What's Not Included for 2014 & 2015
- Overseas air transportation to Paris and return
- Optional hot air balloon flights
- Suggested minimum 5% gratuity for the crew, to be given to the captain in equivalent Euros

Please visit our Special Offers page to see potential discounts for this barge or many others.
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