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2036 Nevada City Hwy #311
Grass Valley, CA 95945
The Meanderer is a luxurious vessel, which captures the essence and beauty of the Upper Loire region. The cuisine aboard is superb,accentuated with the freshest ingredients from the surrounding regions and served with a distinguished selection of wines. Beautiful interior accommodating six guests with WIFI throughout and TV/DVD in each cabin. Spacious sundeck furnished with Jacuzzi. Excursions are made daily to places of interest in the area. Your welcoming hosts complete the overall experience aboard this glorious vessel. It's a dream come true cruising on the Luxurious Meanderer.
Boat Details
Boat Size: 123 x 17 ftNumber of Cabins: 3
Crew: 5
Cruise Length: 6 nights
Departure Day: Sunday
Cabin Information
Cabin 1- Twin or Queen
- 125 sq ft
- Twin or Queen
- 125 sq ft
- Twin or Queen
- 140 sq ft
Boat Amenities
A/CBicycles
Sun Shade
Heater
Jacuzzi
Books & Games
Open Bar
Transfers
TV
WIFI
Cabin Amenities
A/CSatellite TV
DVD player
Hairdryers
Safe
Windows that open
Bathrobes
Pickup Location
2:00 PM, Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile
Note: Pickup locations may be TBD on charter bookings.Dropoff Location
12:00, Paris Central Location
Note: dropoff locations may be TBD on charter bookings.Boat Diagram
| Sunday |
| Welcome Aboard! |
| We collect you from your Paris hotel after lunch for transfer by private mini-coach to Meanderer moored in a quiet and picturesque village of Montbouy (just a few miles from the regional capital of Montargis). A champagne reception and early evening cruise to the village of Montcresson and back. Relax on deck and watch the town and people pass by. Your first dinner on board. |
| Monday |
| Montbouy to Rogny-les Sept-Écluses |
| During the morning we cruise to Rogny-les Sept-Écluses, a historical home of ancient 7 staircase locks considered to this day a marvel of engineering. After lunch, the excursion program begins with a visit to the magnificent Chateau de Sully or to the busy town and spectacular palace of Fontainebleau, home to generations of French royalty or to the Château Vaux le Vicomte with its extensive and pristinely preserved formal gardens or to the Château Vaux le Vicomte also with its extensive and pristinely preserved formal gardens. |
| Tuesday |
| Rogny-les Sept-Écluses to La Gazonne |
| This morning we visit the regional capital town of Montargis, the week's best opportunity to explore a busy market town, people-watch or shop for souvenirs and exquisitely packaged confectionary from the famous Mazet Praline shop. On return to the barge, our afternoon cruise through the 6 locks, which replaced the historical 7 "staircase" locks of Rogny, brings us to the overnight remote mooring at La Gazonne in the middle of a magnificent nature preserve. |
| Wednesday |
| La Gazonne to Briare |
| We start with a morning visit to the splendid 16th Century Chateau of St. Fargeau offering a surprising and unique discovery of the rich history of this castle. An alternative excursion is available to the Medieval Village of Guedelon, an extraordinary and unique experience to observe this 25 year project recreating a defensive medieval castle being built with materials, tools and techniques of this ancient period. Afternoon cruise takes us through some of the most beautiful and rural parts of the canal to the spectacular town of Briare on the bank of the Loire River and the entrance to the extraordinary Briare Aqueduct (Pont Canal). |
| Thursday |
| Briare to Beaulieu |
| We shall cruise in the morning over the Pont Canal. The daily excursion program continues with a visit the town of Gien. Set on the banks of the River Loire, the pretty town holds many attractions including the famous Faience Boutique, the Hunting Museum and the Chateau de Gien. We then take a short drive to the beautiful private Chateau La Bussière, with its incredible 18th Century gardens. An optional visit to the UNESCO World Heritage site Village of Vezelay is highly recommended as is a private visit (by appointment) to Château de Buranlure. |
| Friday |
| Beaulieu to Léré |
| This morning we continue along the Canal Lateral de la Loire on the way to the charming town of Léré, our final mooring port. The scenery of flat fields and pastures slowly changes to the hills of the vineyards. Afternoon excursion takes us to the world famous wine region of Sancerre with the opportunity to sample the local wines and explore the charming hill-top village. A visit to the extraordinary town of La Charité sur Loire, surrounded from all sides by the Loire River is a special treat. For early risers the best market visit of the region at Cosne sur Loire with our chef is an option. The real wine aficionados have the option to visit 2 wineries that afternoon – the afore mentioned Sancerre as well as Pouilly Fume. |
| Saturday |
| Léré to Paris |
| This morning after breakfast we depart for the return transfer to Paris. |
Meanderer Sample Dinner Menus
Patatou des Pyrénées
Warm goat cheese, potatoes, roasted walnuts
Emincé de Poulet Fermier Sauce Parchement
Free range breast Chicken with Sauterne Sauce
Clafoutis aux Poires
Pear Clafoutis, sorbet
ASSIETTE DE FROMAGE
Assorted Cheeses
Coffee and Chocolates
*
Tatin de Champignons Sauvages
Slow cooked wild mushrooms over puff pastry, black truffle sauce
Magret de Canard au Madiran
Honey roasted breast of Moulard Duck, shallots flan, Madiran wine sauce
Fondant au Chocolat
Warm flourless chocolate cake
ASSIETTE DE FROMAGE
Assorted Cheeses
Coffee and Chocolates
*
Foie Poêlé au Muscat
Pan seared foie gras with honey poached pear
Saumon Farci aux Epinards
Salmon stuffed with Spinach Mousse , served with dill beurre blanc
Crêpes Suzette
Sauce of orange juice & zest, Grande Marnier
ASSIETTE DE FROMAGE
Assorted Cheeses
Coffee and Chocolates
*
Bisque de Homard
Lobster Soup
Carré d'Agneau Rôti Thym Frais et Tian de Légumes
Roast rack lamb fresh thyme and vegetables
Assortiment de Sorbets Maison
Assortment of homemade sorbets
ASSIETTE DE FROMAGE
Assorted Cheeses
Coffee and Chocolates
| ACCOMMODATION | VALUE | REGULAR |
|---|---|---|
| Suite Per Person | $6,470 | $6,970 |
| Single Supplement | $3,980 | $4,350 |
| Charter 4 Passenger | $35,200 | $37,100 |
| Charter 5 Passenger | $35,900 | $37,900 |
| Charter 6 Passenger | $36,600 | $38,700 |
| 2 Week Charter | $71,600 |
| ACCOMMODATION | VALUE | REGULAR |
|---|---|---|
| Charter 4 Passenger | $36,100 | $38,100 |
| Charter 5 Passenger | $36,800 | $38,900 |
| Charter 6 Passenger | $37,500 | $39,700 |
| 2 Week Charter | $75,400 |
Cruise cost includes
Six night accommodations, chauffeured transfers from Paris to the barge and return, all meals, from dinner the first night to breakfast the last morning, all wines with lunch & dinner, open bar, daily escorted excursions and use of bicyclesCruise cost does not include
Airfare to and from your destination, cancellation insurance and crew gratuity (suggested minimum amount is 5% of the cruise price)
| DEPARTURE | ROUTE Or Reverse | RATE SEASON |
|---|---|---|
| April 24 | Sancerre to Montargis | Value |
| May 1 to Oct 15 | Montargis to Sancerre | Regular |
| Oct 16 | Sancerre to Montargis | Value |