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Hotel Barge
Impressionniste
Countries: France, Regions: Burgundy, | Sleeps 12 | Cabins 6 | Crew 6 |
L’Impressionniste began life as a cargo barge in Holland before under going a complete transformation into the deluxe canal and river cruiser she is today. Her light and airy interior features picture windows and a selection of fine prints, fabrics and wall colorings reminiscent of the turn of the century era after which she has been named. Impressionniste offers deluxe accommodations for twelve. She is crewed by a knowledgeable Captain, Master Chef and crew of three.
Boat Details
Boat Size: 126 x 16.5 ftNumber of Cabins: 6
Crew: 6
Cruise Length: 6 nights
Departure Day: Sunday
Cabin Information
Renoir Suite- Queen
- 170 sq ft
- Twin or Queen
- 150 sq ft
- Twin or Queen
- 135 sq ft
- Twin or Queen
- 135 sq ft
- Twin
- 135 sq ft
- Twin
- 135 sq ft
Boat Amenities
A/CBicycles
Sun Shade
DVD
Heater
Jacuzzi
Books & Games
Open Bar
Transfers
TV
WIFI
Music System
Cabin Amenities
A/CHairdryers
Bathrobes
Opening Portholes
Pickup Location
2:30 PM, Westminster Hotel
Note: Pickup locations may be TBD on charter bookings.Dropoff Location
12:30 PM, Westminster Hotel Paris
Note: dropoff locations may be TBD on charter bookings.Boat Diagram
Sample Itinerary
| Sunday |
| Welcome Aboard! |
| Guests are met in Paris at the designated meeting point and transferred to the elegant L'Impressionniste moored in Fleurey-sur-Ouche for your cruise through Burgundy. A champagne reception welcomes you on board and provides you with a chance to meet the captain and crew. Dinner on board. |
| Monday |
| Fleurey-sur-Ouche to Gissey-sur-Ouche |
| This morning experience your first day's cruise along this enchanting canal, which also promises a walk or cycle along an ever-present towpath cruising past sleepy villages and pretty lock houses. After lunch we visit Clos de Vougeot, headquarters of the esteemed Chevaliers du Tastevin, who award a special prized label to the finest Cote d'Or vintages every year. On the way back to the hotel barge we enjoy a tasting of fine Burgundy wines in the cellars of a reputable domaine, such as Chateau Andre Ziltener, a family-run winery built on the foundations of an old Cistercian abbey. Dinner on board. |
| Tuesday |
| Gissey-sur-Ouche to La Bussiere |
| After breakfast, enjoy a walking tour of old Dijon including a visit to the vivid produce markets, mustard shops and the impressive Notre-Dame de Dijon, or enjoy some excellent shopping time. Return to the hotel barge for lunch and the leisurely afternoon cruise to La Bussiere and perhaps a walk or bicycle ride to the next lock or two. Dinner on board. |
| Wednesday |
| La Bussiere to Pont d'Ouche |
| After a morning cruise to Pont D'Ouche, we go on an exclusive tour of the magnificent 12th century Abbaye de la Bussiere. The ornamental gardens and lake, wine press, crypt and cellars are interwoven with ancient colonnades, stone staircases and huge stained glass windows. After a Kir Royale aperitif, we enjoy the gastronomic delights of Master Chef Emmanuel Hebrard in the Bistro or Garden Restaurant while enjoying a selection of local Burgundies. Mid-afternoon, we visit the medieval village, craft shops and castle of Chateauneuf-en-Auxois, once an outpost of the Dukes of Burgundy and offering a fine overview of the feeder lakes, canal and surrounding countryside. Dinner on board. |
| Thursday |
| Pont d'Ouche to Vandenesse-en-Auxois |
| After breakfast we cruise to Vandenesse-en-Auxois, passing grazing white Charolais cattle, rolling hills and picturesque villages crossing the only canal bridge on the Burgundy Canal. We then drive through the premier cru vineyards into Beaune, capital of Burgundy wine country. We absorb the fascinating 15th century Hotel Dieu Hospice, before visiting another one of Burgundy's oldest winemakers, such as Bouchard Pere et Fils, renowned for its Grand Cru and Premier Cru wines and of course, enjoy a tasting. Dinner on board. |
| Friday |
| Vandenesse-en-Auxois to Escommes |
| Our last day's leisurely cruise takes us to the canal summit, 1,250 feet above sea level, just before the Pouilly tunnel. This afternoon we visit Chateau de Bussy, once the home of the Comte Roger de Bussy-Rabutin who was exiled to his estate due in part to his scandalous lifestyle and satirical chronicles of French nobility which found him in great disfavour with King Louis XIV. The bitter Bussy-Rabutin amassed a collection of portraits that included former mistresses, mistresses of French kings as well as military greats of the time. The galleries give insight into the decadent reign of the Sun King. There is time to stroll through the French-style garden and enjoy the views of the chateau surrounded by its moats. Captain’s Farewell Dinner on board. |
| Saturday |
| Breakfast and Farewell |
| After breakfast disembark the barge and transfer to the designated drop off point in Paris. |
| ACCOMMODATION | VALUE | REGULAR |
|---|---|---|
| Stateroom Per Person | $5,590 | $6,590 |
| Junior Suite Per Person | $5,950 | $6,990 |
| Single Supplement | $2,050 | $2,350 |
| Charter 8 Passenger | $57,900 | $66,600 |
| Charter 9 Passenger | $59,600 | $68,800 |
| Charter 10 Passenger | $60,900 | $70,600 |
| Charter 11 Passenger | $62,200 | $72,400 |
| Charter 12 Passenger | $63,500 | $74,200 |
| Mar 27; Apr 3, 10, 17, 24 | VALUE |
| May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Jun 5, 12, 19, 26; Jul 3, 10 | REGULAR |
| Jul 17, 24, 31; Aug 7, 14, 21 | VALUE |
| Aug 28; Sep 4, 11, 18, 25; Oct 2 | REGULAR |
| Oct 9, 16, 23 | VALUE |
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 and 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)