Cruise in Holland and Belgium and in France on the Burgundy Canal and in Champagne aboard the Deluxe Hotel-Barge SAVOIR FAIRE
SEVEN DAYS / SIX NIGHTS
The 12-passenger Savoir Faire offers luxury barging in Holland in the spring for its tulip cruises, then cruises to France for its cruises in Northern Burgundy, then cruises in Champagne in September before returning to Holland in October. It offers a 12-day/11-night cruise between Belgium and France in May and October. The Savoir Faire dates back to 1932 when she was built as a transport barge in the Belgian estuaries. During World War II, her bow was replaced with a landing bow so she could sail up on the beaches. She was sunk during the war but later lifted from the river bottom and completely refurbished.
In 1979, the barge was brought to Holland where she underwent a total metamorphosis and was converted into the elegant three-decked hotel barge that she is today. Carrying just 12 passengers and built on the largest hull that can cruise the waterways, the former "Etoile de Champagne" was substantially refurbished in 2005 and renamed the "Savoir Faire." She continues to maintain the very high standard of excellence in cuisine, accommodations and service that she has been known for. As an owner-operated luxury barge, the Savoir Faire prides itself in customizing your cruise week to your desires.
ABOUT YOUR HOST ...
Chris Bennett has been the captain and owner since the end of 2004. His extensive experience on the waterways of France has included operating a successful hotel barge in Burgundy that received rave reviews from its passengers, setting the stage for his operations aboard the Savoir Faire. He is a gracious, attentive and knowledgable host assisted by a crew of four including a master chef.
GOURMET CUISINE and FINE WINES ...
Savoir Faire's master chef selects only the freshest ingredients to prepare the subtle sauces and the delicate pastries that are so much a part of exceptional French cuisine.
A grand selection of fine regional wines accompanies lunch and dinner, complementing the superb cuisine.
All meals are served in Savoir Faire's elegant mahogany panelled dining room with the finest crystal, Wedgewood china and Christofle silver.
ACCOMMODATIONS ...
The Savoir Faire features six staterooms. Each can be configured with two twin beds or with one queen bed. Staterooms 2 through 6 each have a separate toilet and shower. Stateroom 1 has a large bathroom with shower. All cabins offer good lighting, a large number of electrical outlets, and include 220v European standard and 110v U.S. standard power outlets.
In the public areas, the Savoir Faire is unique with five separate areas for passenger enjoyment -- whether for a personal retreat, a quiet conversation, a small group get-together, or for all passengers to enjoy together. The salon, dining area, and bar are finished in mahogany, teak and brass, decorated with antiques and paintings collected over the years, and with new original works of art introduced by Chris and Fran.
* The main lounge has a panoramic view, comfortable custom-made furniture, upright piano, game table, and library.
* Adjacent to the lounge is an elegant dining room, large enough to double as a dance floor on festive evenings, and a writing desk in its own quiet corner.
* To the aft is a cozy cocktail lounge, a favorite meeting place for aperitifs or quiet conversations, with stereo and CD player.
* Outside there are two spacious decks -- a fore deck that opens directly from the main lounge, and an elevated observation deck offering a magnificent view of the passing countryside.
Features
- Size of barge: 140 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: The main lounge has panoramic views with eight large windows and comfortable custom-made furniture, upright piano, dining and library areas. The aft cocktail lounge has a bar, French doors and comfortable seating.
- Bar: Open bar
- Deck: There is a forward sundeck off the main lounge as well as an observation deck on the upper deck, both with comfortable deck chairs and tables.
- Spa Tub: No
- Cabin Features: Six suites on the lower deck: forward suite is 142 sq ft with ensuite bathroom with shower, sink and toilet. Five suites are 116 sq ft, with separate ensuite toilet and shower facilities. All cabins with twin beds or queen bed.
- Vehicle for Transfers/Excursions: Air-conditioned 9-seater (including driver) long wheelbase minibus with an additional minibus if there are more than 8 guests.
- Accessibility: Steps from lounge to cabins and to upper observation deck.
- Bicycles: 12 bikes
Savoir Faire's Deck Plan
Dining Aboard the Savoir Faire
SAMPLE MENU
Continental Breakfast:
- Pastries
- Breads
- Cereals
- Fruit
- Yogurt
- Eggs made to order
Lunch:
- Pan fried fois gras, served on warm brioche, with an assortment of fresh salads
- Souffle of Parmesan and Marrow, served on warm roast vegetables in olive oil (vegetarian)
Evening Meals:
- Steak tartare with roquette salad
- Cream of Mussel and Saffron soup
- Oeuf en Meurette - poached egg in a Bourgignon sauce
- Tartare of Salmon, capers and dill, topped with a fresh quail’s egg
- Smoked duck and poached pear salad, with blue cheese dressing
- Feuillete of roast avocado and Brie with a walnut dressed salad (vegetarian)
Desserts
- Tart Amandine with Crème Anglaise
- Lemon Posset with Langue du chat biscuits
- Homemade nougat glace with a fresh fruit coulis
- Dark Chocolate Soufflé with a white chocolate sauce
- Strawberry Meringue Roulade with a Summer Fruit Coulis
- Paris Brest, with Crème Anglaise
Passenger Comments:
- Thank you for recommending this special cruise to our group. The variety of public spaces on Savoir Faire served our group of twelve really well; the guys often were in the rear bar playing cards, and the group enjoyed the spacious dining room and living rooms.
- The captain set the tone from the very beginning, by telling the group to treat his boat as their home, which set the stage for us all to feel comfortable. Crew service was impeccable - they struck the right balance of waiting on us and enjoying our company.
- Sophie is an excellent chef, she accommodated beyond our expectations. Our meals were excellent! The wines perfect!
- Cabins were reasonably sized, with plenty of space for storage and comfortable beddings. They are well-maintained and very clean. We all were very pleased with the quality of the cabins.
- Tours were consistently interesting. The route went through the lovely Burgundy countryside, we had plenty of opportunity to cycle and walk along the towpath, as well as explore the small hamlets on the way. Excursions were well-planned and executed, we appreciated the flexibility offered.
- Our cruise was an unmitigated success. We all felt incredible spoiled. We knew that being with dearest friends would be wonderful no matter what we did, but the crew of the Savoir Faire made it a truly special occasion.
Charter Group from New York, July 2011
The service on Savoir Faire was excellent, the staff was very attentive to our needs. Most importantly, everyone was friendly and knowledgeable. We had amazing meals and wines!!! And don't forget the cheeses. The food was easily the best of all the cruises I have been on. We found our excursions very interesting and educational. A photographer's dream. The cruise route was exactly what we had asked for. We enjoyed ourselves very much. The barge, the food, the tours, the staff--everything was wonderful, thank you!
Linda R., Washington May 2011
Savoir Faire greatly exceeded our expectations. Meals were great, it took restraint not to overeat, particularly given how inventive the chef is and how nice the presentations were. Wine was very good and the steward was excellent in informing us about each wine. He was just as helpful on the cheeses, etc. Truly a gourmet experience. Our excursions were excellent. Very interesting and the guide's knowledge was extremely helpful. Learned a lot of French history. Our trip to Chablis was a real highlight, including a wonderful picnic overlooking the vineyards. Also, tours of the two wineries on that trip. Beautiful day, lots of fun, very interesting.
-- E.R., Pennsylvania, USA, September 2010
We had a lovely time on Savoir Faire and our every need was taken care of. Our cabin was exactly as I pictured it. We did not have "large vessel" expectations so we enjoyed the cozy atmosphere. High points: Sailing into Paris and all of the views we could only get by sailing into the city as we did. Eating cheese and bread and drinking wine overlooking the vineyards in Chablis will always be one of my favorite memories. Such beauty cannot be described, it can only be experienced.
-- S.H., Illinois, USA, June 2010
I would love to go back again. We really loved our trip and the pace it went at. It was relaxing on board and informative on land. Just the right mix for my daughter and I. The meals were beautifully presented as well as delicious. It was a magical adventure. The atmosphere was like being in someone's beautiful home.
-- P.F., Maryland, USA, August 2010
The food, service and journey aboard the Savoir Faire were all first class! The weather was stunning as the evidence of Spring was visually surrounding us all the time. Our chef, Eddy provided meals fit for a Royal Court. Chris's attentiveness was seamless. His wine and cheese knowledge superb! Dean's tours were absolutely right on the mark. He could easily teach the History of Holland at university level. Captain Chris makes all this happen with effortless perfection.
So a special thank you to all. Since we can't take you all home we'll just have to join you on another cruise!
-- Holland, 2010
The trip was simply excellent. We had a most congenial staff, captain and group. Much laughter. The flowers were at their peak and the fields just simply breathtaking. We all travel often but agreed that this trip was very special! Memories are truly made of this.
-- J.F., Georgia, USA
The whole barge trip was extraordinary and the perfect vacation for celebrating a 70th birthday. What a perfect way to travel with our entire family (14 in all). Please extend a thank you and lots of love to all aboard the Savoir Faire. We loved every minute of our trip. Thank you!
-- T.C., USA
What a fantastic boat! It is large, luxurious, sparkling clean, and in perfect condition. The newly decorated cabins are so clean and delightful -- we felt very special to be a part of this. Captain Chris Bennett is a dream -- intelligent, dedicated to your every comfort, precise and a joy to spend time with. The crew the week we sailed included some newcomers who tried so hard to make things perfect -- they won the hearts of all those aboard. We relaxed as we have not been able to relax in years -- we ate as we have never eaten -- healthful food that was gourmet all the way -- and the dedication to fine wines made us feel very special and pampered. The route was lovely and the last night in Paris was icing on a very special cake.
-- S.B., Virginia, USA
SAMPLE ITINERARY*
Tulip Cruise in Holland
Haarlem to Haarlem
Sunday - Cruquius to Leiden
Your chauffeurs collect you from your Amsterdam hotel at 2.00pm for the short drive to the Savoir Faire, moored at Cruquius. Once aboard your Captain and host welcomes you with a champagne reception and an introduction to your crew and ship. Shortly afterwards we begin our cruise to Leiden, where we shall moor overnight. This evening your chef welcomes you to your table with the first of many delicious offerings. Candlelit crystal and gleaming silverware add to the romantic ambiance of what promises to be the first of many memorable occasions.
Monday - Leiden to Delft
A peaceful morning cruise along the canals out of Leiden and through the oldest lock in Holland at Leidschendam. After lunch we drive to the world famous Keukenhof Gardens with the largest display of flowers in the world. Here you will see hundreds of varieties of tulips, hyacinths and other beautiful bulbous plants. Afterwards we continue our cruise into Delft.
Tuesday - Delft to Gouda
After breakfast we take a walking tour of the Royal Porcelain Factory, where beautiful hand painted ceramics are still made. We then take a stroll around the cobbled streets of Delft before joining the ship to begin your cruise through the busy port of Rotterdam and onto Gouda.
Wednesday - Gouda to Uithoorn
This morning your tour guide will escort you through the streets of medieval Gouda, where you will see the most famous of all stained glass windows in Holland. A leisurely stroll through town is a must, with its "Disneyesque" main square and small boutiques. After lunch we cruise through towns clinging to the canal sides to our overnight mooring at Uithoorn.
Thursday - Uithoorn to Zaandam
Today we begin our cruise along the winding Amstel River into Amsterdam and then through the very heart of this enchanting city where small canals and unique architecture take you back to a bygone era. You can literally reach out and touch the passers by. Leaving Amsterdam we join the mighty North Sea Canal and head west towards our overnight mooring at Zaandam. After lunch your tour guide drives you to Zaans Schans with its clog maker and working windmills. There's even the first supermarket in Holland.
Friday - Zaandam to Haarlem
Our final cruise takes us to Haarlem, a town of exceptional beauty with its main square, once used for jousting and the famous Frans Hals Museum. There will be plenty of time to enjoy this wonderful place and to shop around its many boutiques. Tonight we celebrate your company at the Captain's table with mouth watering offerings from your chef.
Saturday - departure 9.30am
We end the cruise with a hearty breakfast and a fond farewell from your crew, before your chauffeurs take you onward to your Amsterdam hotel or airport.
Note: This is a sample itinerary. Itineraries are flexible and subject to change.
SAMPLE ITINERARY*
Belgium & France
Bruges to Paris May 13-24, 2012
Two Country Cruise
Sunday
Your drivers will meet you at your hotel or the rail station and drive you to the Savoir Faire, which will be moored in the picturesque town of Bruges. Lovingly referred to as the "Venice of the North", this beautiful town is laced with small canals and magnificent squares. Deserving of the UNESCO World Heritage Site award it has received, our guests are continually delighted by this gem. After a Champagne Welcome and some delicious canapes, your tour guide will arrange a canal boat ride, so you can see the architecture from a different perspective. Upon your return, you will have time to relax and enjoy the ambiance of the bar on board, before the first of many gourmet meals.
Monday
After a hearty breakfast, your tour guide will escort you on a walking tour of Bruges to explore the many architectural wonders of this town. We then return to the barge for lunch, after which you will have time to explore and shop on your own - lace is a specialty of Bruges. Later we begin our afternoon cruise to Ghent.
Tuesday
This morning your guide will escort you into Ghent. Our visit includes the magnificent cathedral with its fabulous painting 'The Mystic Lamb', painted by the Van Eck brothers. There's also an assortment of fantastic boutiques nearby. Upon returning to the barge for lunch, we begin our cruise up the River Schelde to the town of Oudenaarde, where we will moor for the night.
Wednesday
A gentle morning cruise further up the River Schelde will take us past sleapy hamlets and rolling landscapes to the ancient town of Tournai, with its famous 'Pont des Trous' (Bridge with holes). We shall also explore the wonderful square with its ancient and fascinating clock tower.
Thursday
We continue along the river Schelde as it winds its way through the town of Valenciennes to the busy junction of Canal du Nord at the little French village of Arleux. This sleepy town is the meeting place of many of the barges setting south towards France. Along the way we will drive to the bustling town of Valenciennes to visit the Museum of Fine Arts.
Friday
This morning we begin our climb over the Vermandois Hills of Picardie, through the many deep locks and several tunnels of the Canal du Nord, one of which is over 3 miles long. The scenery is spectacular, giving you the opportunity to see rural France at its best. Well maintained towpaths follow alongside the canal that allow for great walking and cycling. After lunch, we have a real treat in store with an excursion to Amiens, to visit what must be one of the greatest of all Gothic cathedrals in France, with its towering spires and magnificent columns. This is one of the "not to be missed" items on any visit to France.
Saturday
After breakfast you can visit the War Museum in Peronne. Upon return, we will continue our journey along the canal du Nord. There will be plenty of opportunities to walk or bike while the barge travels from lock to lock. The cruise now continues along the Canal du Nord, as it drops down into the valley of the Somme River before climbing over another watershed. The landscape unfolds revealing a part of France tourists rarely see.
Sunday
Today we will cruise down to the Oise River valley to moor in the busy riverside town of Compiegne, with its Royal Palace and huge square. There are many places to visit, including the train where the World War I Armistice was signed. Shops abound everywhere, giving you the opportunity to see how the local people live.
Monday
The Oise River Valley is truly beautiful. Our cruise today takes to Auvers sur Oise, where we moor for an opportunity to explore this charming Van Gogh scene. Here is where he lived and painted many of his last and most important paintings, and where he stayed in a small room above a local cafe. We will have an afternoon walk around the town and visit the cemetery where Vincent and his brother are buried.
Tuesday
Today we are off on a day excursion to Giverny to visit the home and gardens of Claude Monet, probably the most famous of all the Impressionist painters. Your chef will prepare a delicious picnic lunch to be taken in the gardens of Giverny. During your walk you will see the famous 'Lily Pond' and the 'Japanese Bridge' that inspired so many of his paintings. We will moor for the night in Conflans, which is the junction of the Oise and Seine Rivers. It is here that many of the commercial skippers retire, thus the reason for so many barges moored alongside the quays.
Wednesday
In the morning we will cruise up the mighty river Seine to Bougival and visit Malmaison, the home of Napoleon. We will see its many lavishly decorated rooms furnished by Josephine. We will rejoin the Savoir Faire for an evening cruise through Paris, past the Eiffel Tower and the cathedral of Notre Dame and into the 'Port d'Arsenal' adjacent to the Bastille for a farewell dinner on board.
Thursday
After another hearty breakfast, our drivers will take you to either your hotel or the airport.
Note: This is a sample itinerary and is subject to change.
Rev 10/11 sd
SAMPLE ITINERARY*
Burgundy: Canal de Bourgogne: Ancy-le-Franc to St Florentin 2012
THE BEST OF BURGUNDY - a romantic cruise along the Burgundy Canal
Sunday - Ancy-le-Franc
Your chauffeur collects you from your Paris hotel at 2.00pm for the drive to the "Savoir Faire", moored at Ancy-le-Franc on the Burgundy Canal. Your host and Captain, Chris, welcomes you aboard with a Champagne Reception and an introduction to your crew and ship. Before dinner, your tour guide is at hand to introduce you to the local area and tell you about the cruise week ahead. After a well deserved aperitif on deck you are served your first of many splendid dinners aboard, prepared by your very own master chef.
Monday - Ancy-le-Franc to Lezinnes
Fresh ground coffee and fluffy croissants and pastries straight from the local baker - a delicious breakfast sets us up for our excursion to Fontenay, a marvelous medieval abbey with its cloisters, capitulary hall, dormitories and fish basins full of trout. There’s even a prison. Returning to the Savoir Faire for lunch we start our gentle cruise past the beautiful 16th century Renaissance palace and gardens of Chateau d'Ancy le Franc, towards the canalside village of Lezinnes where we moor overnight. Today, as with every day of your cruise, there's plenty of opportunity to wander or cycle ahead as the vessel descends through a series of quaint hand operated locks.
Tuesday – Lezinnes to Tanlay
Today we have a real delight in store! Ropes away and onward past sleepy hamlets and cattle grazing by the canal banks. Our cruise today takes us to Tanlay, famous for its beautiful 16th century Renaissance-style Chateau. After lunch we take a short ride to the Chateau of Ancy-le-Franc. This Renaissance jewel, set in the centre of a large park on the banks of the canal, houses the biggest collection of Renaissance murals in France, making Ancy-le-Franc a direct contender of Fontainebleau Palace. The immense quadrilateral, which is a classified historic monument, holds a rich decor attributed to some of the most celebrated Italian, Flemish and Burgundy artists of the 16th and 17th century.
Wednesday - Tanlay to Tonnerre
After breakfast we take a short walk to the Chateau de Tanlay, nestling serenely within this picturesque village. The interior is luxuriously furnished and decorated by some astonishing frescoes. After lunch we continue your cruise along the Burgundy Canal. Our cruise this afternoon takes us to Tonnerre, one of the few places along the canal where you will find vineyards. This town is the centre of a small wine growing area of about 60 hectares producing excellent reds and roses under the name "Bourgogne Epineuil". Of particular interest is La Fosse Dionne. Situated in the centre of the old town this natural spring, the second deepest in France, has long mystified people and is well worth a visit. In 1758 it was converted into a "Lavoire". Also worthy of note is the old hospital, built in 1293 by Margueritte of Burgundy.
Thursday - Tonnerre to Flogny la Chapelle
A good hearty breakfast sets us up for our morning cruise. This is barging at its best. Relaxed, gentle on the soul, every bend offering something new. Hop on, hop off - we're going nowhere fast! Feeling left out - why not help us with the locks. Great exercise and the photos will be the envy of your friends. After lunch your tour guide drives you to the world famous town of Chablis where you'll take a tour of the ancient press and cellars of Domaine Laroche, followed by a wine tasting of their various fine vintages. After seeing Chablis we drive a short distance to a beautiful secluded spot where you can enjoy a panoramic vista of the Grand Cru vineyards and the surrounding countryside. A little cheese, a glass of wine - perfect!
Friday - Flogny la Chapelle to St Florentin
Our cruise this morning takes us to our final destination of St Florentin. After lunch we drive to one of the prettiest towns in France. Auxerre, the capital of lower Burgundy, is situated in the heart of a wine growing region most famous for its Chablis wine. The success of this thriving town is celebrated by architectural jewels such as the ornately painted 15th century Clock Tower, the soaring Gothic cathedrals of Saint Germain and Saint Stephen and an abundance of ornate Renaissance houses bordering tree lined squares. Every street offers a golden opportunity for the aspiring photographer. Relax before dinner with a drink from the bar and enjoy the evening from the panoramic deck of the "Savoir Faire". Tonight your chef adorns your table with a special Farewell Dinner. Candlelit crystal and gleaming silverware add to the romantic ambiance of your celebration. Laughter, great times and the warmth of friendship contribute to those "Golden Memories" that last a lifetime.
Saturday - St Florentin
Finally time to say farewell to the Savoir Faire and her Captain and crew, but not before a hearty breakfast. After all, we wouldn't want you leave hungry! Bags are loaded by 9.30am and off we drive to your designated destination in Paris.
Note: This is a sample itinerary and is subject to change. The cruise runs in the opposite direction on alternate weeks.
SAMPLE ITINERARY*
Champagne: Seine River, Marne River: Paris to Epernay 2012
A glorious week of cheese and wine tasting while cruising on the Marne,one of the most beautiful rivers in France.
Sunday - moored in the center of Paris
You are met at your hotel and driven to the Savoir Faire, moored at the Port d'Arsenal, in the heart of Paris. Your Captain welcomes you aboard and introduces you to the crew. After you have settled, we start our afternoon cruise through Paris. Your crew will serve champagne and canapes on deck as we cruise past the monuments and romantic bridges of this delightful city. Once back in port, in time to freschen up. your chef delights with the first of many a sumptuous meal.
Monday - Paris to Meaux
Morning cruise out of Paris onto the river Marne. After lunch, you visit the magnificent Chateau of Vaux-le-Vicomte and its gardens, location of the film "The Man in the Iron Mask". Rejoin the Savoir Faire in Meaux in time for a stroll along the river bank before dinner.
Tuesday -
Meaux to La Ferte
Morning tour of Meaux, the capital of Brie de Meaux (a delicious creamy cheese exported throughout the world). Here we visit the Cathedral and a local cheese supplier. We then cruise to La Ferte where we moor overnight.
Wednesday -
La Ferte to Chateau Thierry
You are now in the heart of the Champagne region, as we cruise upstream to Charly-sur-Marne. Visit one of the small family vineyards before lunch to taste their wonderful champagne and visit their cellars. (Just a 10 minute walk from our mooring). Lunch is followed by an afternoon an idyllic cruise to Chateau Thierry, the scene of American battles in World War I. (Optional visit to Belleau Wood battlefield).
Thursday - Chateau Thierry to Damery
The river Marne winds its way through vine-covered hills dotted with small wine villages to the delightful little town of Damery. After lunch we visit the vast cellars of Moet et Chandon for a private tasting, followed by a stroll around Epernay.
Friday -
Damery to Cumieres
We cruise the last stretch of the river Marne before arriving at our mooring in Cumieres. Visit the outside of the Abbey of Hautvilliers where the monk Dom Perignon first made champagne. After lunch we drive to the majestic Reims cathedral, where the Kings of France were crowned. Cocktails on deck, surrounded by stunning scenery - what could be better! Tonight your chef serves the "Farewell Dinner" - a gastronomic delight!.
Saturday - moored in Cumieres (disembark 9.30am)
After breakfast you are driven to your Paris hotel or Paris airport.
Note: This is a sample itinerary. Itineraries are flexible and may be changed according to passenger requests and local conditions.
Savoir Faire
2012 Season Cruise Schedule* |
| Week |
Route |
Season |
| Mar 25 |
Haarlem-Haarlem |
Value
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| Apr 1 |
Haarlem-Haarlem |
Value
|
| Apr 8 |
Haarlem-Haarlem |
Value
|
| Apr 15 |
Haarlem-Haarlem |
Value
|
| Apr 22 |
Haarlem-Haarlem |
Value
|
| Apr 29 |
Haarlem-Haarlem |
Value
|
| May 6 |
Haarlem-Bruges |
Regular
|
| May 13 |
Bruges-Paris |
12 day-11 night Bruges-Paris, May 13-24, 2012
|
| May 27 |
Paris-St. Florentin |
Regular
|
| Jun 3 |
St. Florentin-Ancy-le-Franc |
Regular
|
| Jun 10 |
Ancy-le-Franc-St. Florentin |
Regular
|
| Jun 17 |
St. Florentin-Ancy-le-Franc |
Regular
|
| Jun 24 |
Ancy-le-Franc-St. Florentin |
Regular
|
| Jul 1 |
St. Florentin-Ancy-le-Franc |
Regular
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| Jul 8 |
Ancy-le-Franc-St. Florentin |
Regular
|
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| Cruise Schedule* ... continued |
| Week |
Route |
Season |
| Jul 15 |
St. Florentin-Ancy-le-Franc |
Regular
|
| Jul 22 |
Ancy-le-Franc-St. Florentin |
Value
|
| Jul 29 |
St. Florentin-Ancy-le-Franc |
Value
|
| Aug 5 |
Ancy-le-Franc-St. Florentin |
Value
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| Aug 12 |
St. Florentin-Ancy-le-Franc |
Value
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| Aug 19 |
Ancy-le-Franc-St. Florentin |
Value
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| Aug 26 |
St. Florentin-Paris |
Regular
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| Sep 2 |
Paris-Epernay |
Regular
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| Sep 9 |
Epernay-Paris |
Regular
|
| Sep 16 |
Paris-Epernay |
Regular
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| Sep 23 |
Epernay-Paris |
Regular
|
| Sep 30 |
Paris-Villeneuve-sur-Yonne |
Regular
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| Oct 7 |
Villeneuve-sur-Yonne-Paris |
Regular
|
| Oct 14 |
Paris-Bruges |
12 Day-11 Night Paris-Bruges, Oct 14-25, 2012
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| Oct 28 |
Bruges-Haarlem |
Value
|
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*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.
SAVOIR FAIRE
2012 SEASON PRICES in US DOLLARS |
| ACCOMMODATION |
VALUE
Mar 25 thru May 12
Jul 22 thru Aug 25
Oct 7 thru Oct 13
Oct 28 thru Nov 3 |
REGULAR
May 27 thru Jul 21
Aug 26 thru Oct 6 |
12 DAY-11 NIGHT BRUGES-PARIS, MAY 13-24, 2012
May 13 thru May 26 |
12 DAY-11 NIGHT PARIS-BRUGES, OCT 14-25, 2012
Oct 14 thru Oct 27 |
FAMILY CHARTERS *
Jun 10 thru Aug 25 |
|
Cabin (per person, double occupancy) |
$4,500 |
$4,800 |
$10,500 |
$10,500 |
NA |
|
Single Occupancy Supplement |
$1,900 |
$2,000 |
$4,000 |
$4,000 |
NA |
|
Charter for up to 10 |
$43,900 |
$47,000 |
NA |
NA |
NA |
|
Charter for up to 12 |
$50,600 |
$54,000 |
$64,500 |
$64,500 |
$35,000 |
* Two guests must be under age 12 to qualify for Family Charter Rate. Family Charter Rate is subject to availability.
What's Included
- 7 days and 6 nights on the barge in six cabins, each with private bath*
- Transfers from Paris, Bruges or Amsterdam (depending on cruise route) to the barge and return
- All meals beginning with dinner on Sunday through breakfast on Saturday*
- Open bar and all wines with lunches and dinners
- All escorted side-excursions
- Use of bicycles
*Note: Two country cruise is 12 day/11 nights, departing Sunday and concluding Thursday.
What's Not Included
- Overseas air transportation to Amsterdam, Bruges or Paris and return
- Hot air ballooning option, typically 200 euros per person, 4 person minimum, when available, dependent on weather.
- Suggested minimum 5% gratuity for the crew, to be paid in equivalent Euros to the captain.
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