Burgundy Canal Cruise

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  Burgundy Canal Cruise on board L’Impressioniste

  Burgundy Canal Cruise on board L’Impressioniste

Itinerary & Hotels

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  Arrival day 1

  Summary

  Guests are met at the designated meeting point and transferred to the elegant L’Impressioniste 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.

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  Hôtel Barge - L’ImpressionisteFleurey-sur-Ouche

  Sister ship to La Belle Epoque, L’Impressioniste began life as a cargo barge in Holland before undergoing a complete transformation into the gorgeous hotel barge she is today. Her light and airy interior features picture windows and a selection of prints, fabrics and wall coverings reminiscent of the era after which she has been named. Each comfortable cabin is complemented by an en suite shower room. The spacious, wood-panelled saloon features comfortable leather sofas and individually designed fitted furniture. She also has a sun-deck, spa pool and 12 touring bikes.

  She is crewed by a professional crew of six - Captain, Master Chef, Tour Guide, Deck Hand/Steward and two Hosts/Hostesses who will ensure you have everything you need on your all-inclusive vacation.

  A week cruising aboard L’Impressioniste on the Lower Burgundy Canal introduces you to a wonderful blend of Burgundian countryside, history and viticulture.
   
   

  Facilities

  • A choice of a junior suite or stateroom is available and either a double and twin bed configuration is possible
  • All cabins are air-conditioned
  • Sun deck
  • Salon/dining room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Internet access
  • HiFi system with CD player
  • Bicycles
  • Board games
  • Binoculars

  Board

  • Fully Inclusive

  Cuisine

  Cuisine on board L'Impressioniste is French. All meals are composed of fresh ingredients and typically feature a different selection of regional cheeses and wines daily. Non-alcoholic beverages, regular or decaffeinated tea & coffee, and whole or low-fat milk are offered with all meals.

  Regional Specialities

  Filet d'Agneau au Basilic;Magret de Canard au Ratafia de Bourgogne; Poulet à L'Estragon;Filet
  de Boeuf Charolais avec Sauce Epoisses 

  Wine Cellar
  Domaine Laroch;, Chablis Premier Cru; Domaine Bruno Clair; Marsannay; Domaine Bouchard Père & Fils, Meursault ‘Les Clous’;Domaine Comte Georges de Vôgué; Musigny;Château de la Saule; Montagny Premier Cru; Domaine Jadot; Ladoix ‘Les Clous d’Orge’

  Cheese Board
  Aisy Cendré; Bouton de Culotte; Epoisses; Ami du Chambertin; Le Petit Vougeot

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  Fleurey-sur-Ouche to Gissey-sur-Ouche day 2

  Summary

  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 André Ziltener, a family-run winery built on the foundations of an old Cistercian abbey. Dinner on board.

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  Gissey-sur-Ouche to La Bussiere day 3

  Summary

  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 a leisurely afternoon cruise to La Bussiere. Dinner on board.

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  La Bussiere to Pont d’Ouche day 4

  Summary

  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 whilst 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.

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  Pont d’Ouche to Vandenesse-en-Auxois day 5

  Summary

  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. In the afternoon we drive through the premier cru vineyards into Beaune, capital of Burgundy wine country with a history going back over 2,000 years. 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.

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  Vandenesse-en-Auxois to Escommes day 6

  Summary

  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 his 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 château surrounded by its moats. Captain’s Farewell Dinner on board.

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  Last morning day 7

  Summary

  After breakfast disembark the barge and transfer to the designated drop off point.

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