| DEPARTURE
DATES - (sundays) |
RATE |
ROUTE |
| March
20, 27 |
Value |
Burgundy |
| April
3, 10, 17, 24 |
Value |
Burgundy |
| May
1, 8 |
Value |
Burgundy |
| May
15, 22, 29 |
Regular |
Burgundy |
| June
5, 12, 19, 26 |
Regular |
Burgundy |
| July
3, 10, 17 |
Regular |
Burgundy |
| July
24, 31 |
Value |
Burgundy |
| August
7, 14, 21, 28 |
Value |
Burgundy |
| September
4, 11, 18, 25 |
Regular |
Burgundy |
| October
2, 9 |
Regular |
Burgundy |
| October
16, 23, 30 |
Value |
Burgundy |
| November
6 |
Value |
Burgundy |
March
departure dates are available for Charter
Groups only
|
MEETING POINT
France - Paris -
Hotel Ampere – Sunday 1.30pm
End of cruise: Transfer back to Hotel Ampere in Paris by about 1pm
La
Belle Epoque Barge Information
THE 12 PASSENGER LA BELLE EPOQUE....
is a state-of-the-art hotel barge and the worthy flagship of our European fleet.
She has been designed with both elegance and passenger comfort in mind, and
offers a sun-deck spa pool, plus sauna and fitness studio, wood panelled
saloon and dining room, together with other luxury facilities, all fully
air-conditioned. The spacious cabins offer a choice of twin or double beds,
with marble en-suite facilities.
The
highly experienced Captain leads a crew of five comprising
Master Chef, Tour Guide and two Stewardesses whose combined
knowledge and experience will ensure a voyage of a lifetime.
| Cruise Highlights |
Cuisine
Aboard |
- All-inclusive
- open bar, free wines,gourmet cuisine,
entry fees to excursions
- Explore
enchanting Auxerre
- Wine
tasting of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in a
12th
Century cellar
- Visit
St. Bris with its underground passages
- Foie
Gras tasting with a noble Chablis
- Visit
Vézelay, a medieval hilltop village
- Gastronomic
dinner ashore
- Optional
Hot Air Ballooning
|
Regional
Specialities
Filet d'Agneau au Basilic, Magret
de Canard, Poulet à L'Estragon
|
|
Wine
Cellar
Chablis, Vosne Romanée,
Domaine Laroche,
Nuit St-Georges, Epineuil
|
|
Cheese
Board
Aisy Cendré, Bouton de Culotte,
Epoisses, Ami du Chambertin
|
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Auxerre to Clamecy Itinerary
ITINERARY
FOR CLAMECY TO AUXERRE
Sunday, Day 1 Clamecy
At 1.30 pm you are met at Ampere Villiers Hotel in
Paris and escorted to the elegant La Belle Epoque.
The Captain and crew welcome you aboard with a glass
of Champagne. Stroll through the logging capital
of Clamecy before dinner aboard.
Monday, Day 2 Clamecy to Lucy sur Yonne
This morning we leave Clamecy and cruise to Lucy sur
Yonne. In the afternoon we visit the Chateau of Bazoches,
whose illustrious visitors included Richard the Lionheart
and which was later renovated Maréchal Vauban.
Dinner aboard.
Tuesday, Day 3 Lucy sur Yonne to Le Saussois
This morning we visit the town of Vézelay, one
of Burgundy’s most famous treasures with the
Romanesque Basilica of St Mary Magdalene, craft shops
and fine views of the surrounding countryside. We then
cruise to the renowned Saussois cliffs, international
climbing centre and then on to Le Saussois. There is
ample opportunity for walking and cycling today. Dinner
aboard.
Wednesday, Day 4 Le Saussois to Mailly la Ville
We start the day with a cruise to the sleepy village
of Mailly la Ville. Lunch ashore today at a wonderful
auberge in Noyers village. After lunch, we enjoy
a tour of the charming mediaeval village of Noyers,
one of the most beautiful villages in France, through
delightful countryside. Dinner aboard
Thursday, Day 5 Mailly la Ville to Vincelles
This morning’s cruise takes us to the Vincelles.
The afternoon excursion is to St Bris with its extraordinary
network of subterranean medieval passages. A wine tasting
in the 12th century cellars of Monsieur Bersan introduces
us to outstanding Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines.
Dinner aboard.
Friday, Day 6 Vincelles to Auxerre
This morning we take in the rustic beauty of vineyard-clad
slopes as we cruise to Auxerre. In Auxerre visit
the cathedral of St Etienne and wander the streets
lined with half-timbered houses. Shopping opportunities
abound in Auxerre. A sumptuous Captain's Farewell
Dinner completes the day.
Saturday, Day 7 Auxerre to Paris
A last leisurely breakfast, then return to Paris by
about 1pm
On alternative weeks the cruise is in the reverse
direction. Itinerary is subject to change
ITINERARY
FOR AUXERRE TO CLAMECY
Sunday, Day 1 Paris to Auxerre
Guests are met at Hotel Ampere in Paris at 1:30 pm
and transferred to the elegant La Belle Époque
in Auxerre, Burgundy. Following a Champagne Welcome,
you are free to explore the medieval town of Auxerre
or take a stroll along the banks of the River Yonne
before returning for dinner aboard.
Monday, Day 2 Auxerre to Vincelles
Our morning cruise takes us past vineyard-clad hillsides
to our rural mooring at Vincelles. The afternoon
excursion is to Chablis, home of one of the most
famous white wines in the world. A tasting in one
of the town’s aged cellars will introduce you
to some of the local Petit Chablis and Chablis wines.
Dinner aboard.
Tuesday, Day 3 Vincelles to Mailly la Ville
After breakfast, our excursion is to the medieval town
of Auxerre. Originally the capital of Lower Burgundy,
the town prides itself on its fine churches and particularly
its magnificent cathedral. We then return to the
barge for a cruise southwards through rich pasturelands
past grazing Charolais cattle to the market town
of Mailly la Ville. Dinner aboard.
Wednesday, Day 4 Mailly la Ville to Le Saussois
This morning, we visit the charming 14th century medieval
village of Noyers, one of the most beautiful villages
in France, on an excursion through delightful countryside.
In the afternoon we cruise past the Saussois cliffs
where an international climbing centre creates a spectacular
setting. There will also be the opportunity to enjoy
spectacular walks before returning for dinner aboard.
Thursday, Day 5 Le Saussois to Lucy sur Yonne
In the morning we enjoy an excursion to the town of
Vézelay, one of Burgundy’s most famous
treasures with the Romanesque Basilica of St Mary
Magdalene, craft shops and fine views of the surrounding
countryside. Lunch ashore today at a wonderful auberge
in Noyers village, followed by an afternoon cruise
through the Yonne valley to arrive at Lucy sur Yonne.
Dinner aboard.
Friday, Day 6 Lucy sur Yonne to Clamecy
A morning cruise through beautiful countryside then
takes us to Clamecy. Take a short walk into Clamecy
to visit the town, the Collegiale de St Martin and
also the Logging and Barging Museum. The narrow streets
lined with ancient buildings also present an opportunity
for shopping. In the afternoon, we visit the Chateau
of Bazoches, whose illustrious visitors included
Richard the Lionheart and which was later remodelled
by Maréchal Vauban. Captain’s Farewell
Dinner aboard.
Saturday, Day 7 Clamecy to Paris.
Disembark after breakfast and arrive at Hotel Ampere
in Paris by about 1pm.
On alternate weeks the cruise is in reverse direction.
This itinerary is subject to change |
