Enchante Luxury Barge - Cruising Canal du Midi & Provence - France 10% Off Charter Prices for selected weeks in 2012 Must be booked and deposit paid by 31 August 2011 Charter Discounts - deposit by 30 June 2011 25% Off Full Charter Price for 8 pax so 2 Pax go FREE For 17 & 31 July 2011 departures Charter Discounts - deposit by 31 July 2011 25% Off Full Charter Price for 8 pax so 2 Pax go FREE For July & August 2011 departures Cabin Discounts - Deposit by 31 July 2011 $2,000 Off per cabin for 10 July 2011 departure $1,000 Off per cabin for 28 August 2011 departure Please note: Terms & Conditions apply. Some cruises may require a minimum of 4 passengers booked to guarantee the cruise. These special offers are subject to availability, apply to new bookings only and cannot be used in conjunction with other offers. Click here for European Waterways France Cruises Click here for European Waterways Index Page Click here for Enchante Barge Information Click here for 2011 Cruise Rates

European Waterways Enchante 2011 Season Departure Dates
Departure Dates ( Sunday )	Rates	Cruise Route
March 6, 13, 20, 27	Value	Canal du Midi / Provence
April 3, 10, 17	Value	Canal du Midi
April - 24	Regular	Canal du Midi
May - 1, 8, 15, 22, 29	Regular	Canal du Midi
June - 5	Regular	Canal du Midi
June - 12, 19	Regular	Canal du Midi / Provence
June - 26	Regular	Canal du Midi
July - 3, 10, 17, 24, 31	Regular	Canal du Midi
August - 7, 14, 21, 28	Regular	Canal du Midi / Provence
September - 4, 11, 18, 25	Regular	Canal du Midi
October - 2, 9	Regular	Canal du Midi
October - 16, 23	Value	Canal du Midi / Provence
October - 30	Value	Provence / Camargue
November - 6	Value	Provence / Camargue

European Waterways - Enchante 2011 Rates Rates are shown in British Pounds Rates are for six nights on either per person based on double occupancy per cabin or whole boat charter basis
Accommodation	Value	Regular
Suite per person	€3,815	€4,385
Single Supplement	€1,500	€1,655
Charter 6 passengers Whole Boat	€28,000	€32,180
Charter 7 passengers Whole Boat	€29,000	€33,500
Charter 8 passengers Whole Boat	€30,000	€34,820
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Price includes:
Transfer to the barge from the meeting point on Sunday, 6 night cruise, all meals on board catered for by the on board Master Chef, open bar 24/7 with a large range of alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks, all wines served throughout the cruise, excursions and admittance fees as per the itinerary, use of barge facilities, which includes bicycles, PC with internet access, mobile phones and spa pool, and transfer back to the drop off point the following Saturday morning.

Enchante Cruise Highlights

Sample Menu

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Enchanté - Canal du Midi Itinerary - Puichéric to Sallèles d’Aude

Sunday, Day 1 Narbonne to Puichéric
Passengers are met at the Narbonne TGV station, or Chateau l'Hospitalet Hotel in Narbonne if you have stayed here pre cruise, at 4pm and escorted by minibus to Enchante, moored at Aiguille lock near Puichéric. Champagne welcome followed by dinner on board.

Monday, Day 2 Puichéric to La Redorte
Fascinating morning tour of Carcassonne. Dating back to the Gallo-Roman era, this is the most complete mediaeval fortified city in existence today with its 52 watchtowers, portcullis and extraordinary repertoire of defenses, which resisted the many armies that tried to storm this glorious Camelot setting. Afternoon cruise along the 330 year old Midi canal descending its trademark locks and past “l’Epanchoir”, one of the canal bridges invented by Pierre Riquet for the Canal du Midi. Upon arrival explore the village of La Redorte famous in the 11th century for its basket weaving. Dinner aboard.

Tuesday, Day 3 La Redorte to Homps
Morning cruise under the shade of the plane trees which line the canal, we gently circle the contours of the land to reach the port of Homps once an important commandery for the Knights Hospitaller. Afternoon excursion to Minerve, the ancient capital of the Minervois, which boasts a 12th century Cathar fort surrounded by deep limestone gorges. Besieged by Simon de Montfort in 1215, its hilltop location affords spectacular views. We continue cruising to a picturesque mooring under the trees, a perfect opportunity to try your hand at pétanque the local sport of boules followed by an alfresco dinner aboard.

Wednesday, Day 4 Homps to Roubia
This morning we take the minibus to a Benedictine Abbey founded in the 8th century. Nestled in the village of Lagrasse, awarded the title of “Plus beaux villages de France” (most beautiful villages of France), now home to many artisan who have set up workshops in the medieval center, the restored Abbey was once one of the most prosperous thanks to Charlemagne’s chart. A chance to sample some local cuisine with lunch ashore in a spectacular setting overlooking the Corbières. Afternoon cruise reaching Roubia situated on the “grand bief” another engineering prowess unique to the Canal du Midi. Dinner aboard.

Thursday, Day 5 Roubia to Le Somail
Morning cruise through vineyards and pine trees to the charming and historical village of the Le Somail, purpose built for the Canal du Midi. Take some time to explore the old bookstore of Le Somail. Afternoon excursion to a wine tasting in the Saint Chinian, the first village of the region to receive the much envied French mark of approval for wines known as A.O.C. (Appellation d’Origine Controlée), teamed with an excursion to “Oulibo”, Occitan for olive. This cooperative olive oil press is a great opportunity to sample the famous Lucques olive. Dinner aboard.

Friday, Day 6 Le Somail to Sallèles d’Aude
This morning’s excursion is to Narbonne, a Roman Mediterranean capital where the Visigoth monarchs once lived. Enjoy a visit to the Archbishop's Palace and the indoor market at the hub of this bustling canal side town, where you will have time to shop or simply absorb the relaxed atmosphere. Afternoon cruise through the series of locks and narrow bridges of the Robine Canal, built after the Canal du Midi to link Narbonne and the Mediterranean. Cycle ahead and explore the village of Sallèles d’Aude, our final mooring. Farewell Dinner aboard.

Saturday, Day 7 Sallèles d’Aude to Narbonne
After breakfast depart Sallèles d’Aude and return to Narbonne by 11am.

On alternate weeks the cruise will be in the reverse direction. This is a sample itinerary and is subject to change.

ENCHANTE - CLASSIC PROVENCE CRUISE - Avignon to Agde

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Sunday, Day 1 Montpellier to Avignon
Guests are met at 4pm at the TGV station in Montpellier, or Pullman Antigone Hotel in Montpellier if you have stayed there pre cruise, and escorted by minibus to Enchanté in Avignon for a Champagne Welcome. Spend your first night and enjoy dinner aboard.

Monday, Day 2 Avignon to Arles
This morning we cruise to Colombiers via the world’s oldest canal tunnel at Malpas, an engineering feat made possible by the draining of the Etang de Montady nearby. In the afternoon we cruise down the mighty Rhone River to Arles, passing the immense citadel of King René at Tarascon, and the foothills of the Alpilles. Dinner aboard

Tuesday, Day 3 Arles to Aigues Mortes
This morning we explore Arles, the Roman Arena, St. Trophime’s Basilica and the Museum of Provencal life. We visit some of Vincent Van Gogh's haunts on foot through the pedestrianized heart of this old capital of the Camargue. Then cruise down the Petit Rhone and on to the Canal de Rhone à Sete, passing several herds of wild Black bulls. We moor at Aigues Mortes. Dinner aboard

Wednesday, Day 4 Aigues Mortes to Frontignan
Stroll from our mooring outside the town walls to visit the Tour de Constance, built in 1248 as a lighthouse and since used as a prison. Then in the afternoon we cruise the Canal du Rhone à Sete through the Camargue National Park with its wild horses, black bulls and pink flamingoes, to the hamlet of Les Aresquiers where we are 200 yards from the Mediterranean. Dinner aboard

Thursday, Day 5 Frontignan to Marseillan
An early start to pass under the lifting Bridge at Frontignan, then we sail out onto the Thau Basin, a large, inland, salt water lake. Mid-morning we stop briefly at Bouzigues to visit the museum of the lake with its exhibition on oyster culture, which is the main activity of the many local fishermen. After lunch on board, we have a short minibus ride to the 12thC Abbaye de Valmagne with its vast Cistercian church and beautiful cloister. Our tour ends with a chance to taste its award-winning range of wines. Returning to the barge, we have an afternoon cruise on the lake to the port of Marseillan. Dinner aboard.

Friday, Day 6 Marseillan to Agde
Before the hotel barge embarks we have an opportunity to tour the cellars and distillery of the world famous aperitif, Noilly Prat, followed by a tasting. Then an afternoon cruise on the Canal du Midi, through the renowned round lock and finishing our voyage on the River Herault. We will be moored in the shadow of the Cathedral of the fishing town of Agde, built of lava blocks from the nearby volcano. Captain’s Farewell Dinner aboard.

Saturday, Day 7 Agde to Montpellier
After breakfast, disembark the barge and transfer by minibus to Montpellier by midday.

On alternate weeks the cruise is in the reverse direction. This is a sample itinerary and is subject to change.

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