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European Waterways Fleur de Lys 2012 Season Departure Dates
Departure Dates ( Sunday )	Rates
April - 1, 8, 15, 22, 29	Regular
May - 6, 13, 27	Regular
June - 3, 10, 17, 24	Regular
July - 1, 8, 15, 22, 29	Regular
August - 5, 12, 19, 26	Regular
September - 2, 9, 16, 23, 30	Regular
October - 7, 14, 21	Regular

European Waterways - Fleur de Lys 2012 Rates Rates are shown in European Euros Rates are for six nights on either per person based on double occupancy per cabin or whole boat charter basis
Accommodation	Regular
Charter 4 passengers Whole Boat	€26,100
Charter 5 passengers Whole Boat	€28,450
Charter 6 passengers Whole Boat	€30,800

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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, and transfer back to the drop off point the following Saturday morning.

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Classic Burgundy Cruise - Dijon to Escommes

Sunday, Day 1 - Paris to Dijon
You are met at your Paris hotel and transferred to the barge at Dijon's Port du Canal for your cruise through Burgundy. A champagne reception welcomes you on board and gives you a chance to meet the crew. Later that evening you experience your first dinner on board.

Monday, Day 2 - Dijon to Fleurey sur Ouche
Leaving Dijon, the canal follows the river Ouche where small-unspoiled villages and green, forested hills provide exceptional views from the deck. Spend the morning walking, or perhaps cycling along the tow path. This afternoon's excursion is a dégustation in Vougeot and a visit to "Clos de Vougeot", a medieval château and the headquarters of the Chevaliers du Tastevin, whose special label is awarded annually to the finest Côte d'Or vintages. The barge moors for the night in the small village of Fleurey-sur-Ouche. Dinner on board.

Tuesday, Day 3 - Fleurey sur Ouche to Gissey sur Ouche
After a wonderful French style breakfast, your guide takes you on a walking tour of Dijon including a visit to the Ducal Palace, the market and the Grey Poupon mustard shop. Enjoy some free time for shopping at the many wonderful shops in town, or perhaps just sit in one of the numerous pavement cafés and simply watch the world go by. Return to the boat for lunch and an afternoon's cruise to the charming village of Gissey. This is a truly stunning part of the canal so sit back and watch the ever changing scenery glide by. Dinner on board.

Wednesday, Day 4 - Gissey sur Ouche to La Bussiere sur Ouche
Mid-morning, disembark the boat for a visit to L’Abbaye de la Bussiere, which was built in the 12th century under the guidance of the Cistercian monks from Citeaux. Enjoy a tour of the grounds and have lunch in the one Michelin star restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the 15th century Château de Savigny-lès-Baune set in its own vineyard and housing a huge collection of antique motorbikes, cars and planes. Dinner on board.

Thursday, Day 5 - La Bussiere sur Ouche to Pont d'Ouche
Relax with a morning cruise through the rolling hills of the Ouche Valley to Pont d'Ouche. After lunch visit Beaune, capital of the wine region of Burgundy and the famous Hôtel-Dieu, Hospices de Beaune. There is free time for shopping or strolling through the cobbled streets of this lovely town. Sample some of the local wines before returning to the barge. Dinner on board.

Friday, Day 6 - Pont d’Ouche to Escommes
Our final cruise of the week takes us to the countryside mooring of Escommes, then after lunch visit Chateauneuf-en-Auxois. This medieval village with its commanding views over the plains is a wonderful place for a visit. Both the village and the château have a long and interesting history. This is followed by a tour of the surrounding countryside. Meanwhile the chef is preparing your farewell Gala Dinner on board.

Saturday, Day 7 - Escommes to Paris
After breakfast disembark and transfer back to Paris.

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

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