Le Premier barge cruise

38 metres, 6 passenger, 4 crew

Le Premier offers the best in barging, designed for only 6 passengers, an elegant ambience and high standing in luxury hotel barges.

Crusing along the Burgundy Canal, the barge meanders through small villages, locks and oak tree forests of the Cote d'Or (the Golden Coast), through the city of Dijon up to the small village of Vandenesse en Auxois. Cistercian abbeys, medieval castles and farmng villages add to the exclusive scenary of this region.

Rich in history and culture, the barge offers many visits to places of importance and interest, from the Ducal palace of Dijon to the famous Hospice de Beaune, indulge in hundreds of years of events which have marked the destiny of Burgundy and France.

The excellent design of the barge provides spacious areas, with large windows, air-conditioning, central heating, which gives you complet comfort. With the addition of Internet access, direct telephone and Sat TV, you not totally isolated.

Captain Richard's keen passion of barges, and Kathy gourmet cuisine, are the primary ingredients to an excellent cruise. They share their knowledge of barges and boating in France with pleasure.

There are three identical suits on board the barge Le Premier, offer King size beds, which can be twin or double. Private bathrooms with walk in showers, large wardrobe space with safes. No details have been left out to ensure your tranquility .

Our conclusion:

Owner operated, the Captain has a very well designed barge, offering maximum luxury and comfort to his passengers.

The outstanding gourmet cuisine, selection of wines, comfort and service from the crew, will ensure that your cruise will be an unforgetable experience. Perfect for family and friends, charters of 4, 5 or 6 people, Le Premier is an excellent choice.
The barge cruises from May to the end of October

We rate this barge as one of the best in Burgundy.

Price per person in US$ and prior to any discounts, including all meals, visits, excursions, wines and an Open bar, 1st class train travel from Paris to Dijon, on the high speed TGV train. More information

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