3 Star

The Athos is the largest and longest running hotel barge navigating the Canal du Midi. The crew is outstanding with an exceptional knowledge of the region. This historic setting makes for spectacular landscapes, not to mention the smooth and relaxing pace that is unrivaled from the spacious deck. Nautical décor, welcoming ambiance and fabulous chef are what makes a vacation aboard the Athos one to remember.

Welcome aboard your home away from home Caroline. Comfortable accommodations for six passengers with charming hosts showing you the sites of lovely region of France. Stroll through local markets, experience wine tasting with the wine makers, go ashore for culinary delights. Lovely barge cruising in a beautiful area of Southern France.

The recently converted six passenger barge Johanna, cruises the picturesque villages and historic towns of Belgium. She navigates the small rivers and calm canals visiting Flanders Fields in the West or the Unesco world heritage art cities like Bruges and Ghent.

L’Art de Vivre started life as a Scottish munitions carrier and survived long enough to be transformed by a team of skilled craftsmen into a floating celebration of the Burgundian “good life”. This beautiful barge had a complete face lift, now all cabins can be twin or doubles as you wish accommodating eight very comfortably. Sit back and relax as the crew shows you the wonders of the Nivernais canal.

The atmosphere aboard the charming Luciole is a week among friends, informal but attentive with a high standard in cuisine. An amazing interior remodel with new bathrooms, lovely cabins and redesigned salon and dining area. The Luciole is a real gem and always has a wonderful crew that are eager to show you the wonders of this beautiful region. 

Discover the wonders of Burgundy aboard the charming Magnolia barge. Enjoy the large cabins, spacious salon, dining area and don't forget about the large deck. She has been designed with both comfort and contemporary style. The skylights give a wonderful amount of light into the salon. Cruising aboard the Magnolia is a true delight!

Mirage is lovely six passenger barge that explores the beauty and wonder of the Canal du Midi. Visits include Cathar castles, local wineries and off the beaten path excursions.

The Nymphea, or "Water Lily", is a charming six passenger barge cruising in a very special area of the Loire Valley.

The Rosa cruises in the Aquitaine region. The air conditioned interior includes a dining room, salon, bar and four staterooms.

Owners Finnegan and Emily bring their extensive experience in hospitality and piloting from their years on luxury barges, to make your week cruising on Saraphina the perfect holiday.

Experience a new way of barging with the stylish eight passenger Savoir Vivre. Nightly meals ashore at local restaurants included in the price, which gives you an up close and personal experience of the local French Culture and fabulous cuisine.

Your English speaking crew with captain Max Renau has more than 30 years experience of the French and European waterways and will share his knowledge and skills making your holiday on board the barge a memorable trip.