Travcoa Private Journeys are pre-designed luxury travel itineraries which are locally hosted by carefully selected guides. Each is crafted to provide the ideal in-depth experience of its various destinations and includes deluxe accommodations (or the best available in remote areas), sightseeing, private transportation, breakfast daily, some meals and personalized touches throughout. France by Luxury Barge Private Journey 9 Days START: Paris, France END: Paris, France DATES: Starts on Fridays - April to October 2017 PRICES FROM: $8,495* Intra-tour flights are not required on this journey *Prices per person, based on double occupancy, and are subject to change. The price of your journey will change based on travel date and availability. Additions to the length of your itinerary will incur additional costs. Holiday supplements may apply Journey Highlights See the highlights of beguiling Paris full of romantic architecture, art and history Relish a week on a luxury river barge, floating through historic & quaint French villages Bicycle along the canal waterfront Sample local wines, savory cheeses & delicious regional delicacies Visit Gothic churches & magnificent Renaissance châteaux Discover the history of the winemaking in Chablis Page 1 of 6
Day 1 Arrive Paris, FRANCE Welcome to France! You are met upon arrival in Paris taken to your luxury hotel in the heart of the city. The rest of the day is yours to spend at leisure. Meals: None included Hotel: Espirit St. Germain, Paris (Superior Room) Day 2 Paris Your full day of city sightseeing includes the highlights of this historic and artitsic City of Lights. View I.M. Pei s Grand Louvre, an unsurpassed art museum, and national monument of France, the majestic Gothic Notre Dame Cathedral, and the iconic Eiffel Tower. Travel along the famed Champs Élysée to see the Arc de Triomphe, proudly proclaiming its position as the center of Paris, and the infamous Bastille, symbol of French freedom and liberty. Visit the Concorde, the Eglise de St. Madeleine, the Opera and many more. In the afternoon, explore the historic and enchanting Montmartre district with its whitedomed Basilica of Sacre Coeur. Visit the Ile de la Cité, an island in the center of the Seine, and considered to hold the heart of Paris. Meals: Breakfast Hotel: Espirit St. Germain, Paris (Superior Room) Day 3 Paris to Dole * and embark on the Belmond Hirondelle This morning, transfer to Dole, where you are escorted onto the elegant Belmond Hirondelle, an eight-passenger river barge, your home for the next six nights. Relish a week cruising the beautiful canals and river ways of historic Burgundy and romantic Franche-Comté. View vineyards, Gothic churches, Renaissance châteaux and picturesque villages. Frequent stops are made en route, with guided tours, wine tasting, craftsmen demonstrations, bicycle tours, and more - all included. Your guide will discuss the program and possibilities with you, and try to accommodate any special interests you may have. Tonight, enjoy a champagne reception and dinner.
Day 4 Cruise to St Jean de Losne Visit Clos de Vougeot This morning s cruise takes you to St. Jean de Losne, the barging capital of France. Enjoy lunch on board whilst the barge winds along the Rhone Rhine Canal to meet the Saone River, there are plenty of opportunities to walk or cycle. Leave the barge after lunch to drive down the famous route des grands crus, passing through the celebrated villages of the Cote d`or. A stop in Vougeot allows you to visit the celebrated Clos de Vougeot vineyard and Chateau where the Cistercian monks first started making wine in the 12 th century. The medieval chateau still contains the ancient presses and is now the headquarters of the renowned Burgundian wine society, the Confrerie de Chevaliers de Tastevin. A private winetasting at a reputed local producer follows the visit. Day 5 Cruise to Verdun sur le Doubs - Visit Dijon After breakfast, enjoy a walking tour of historic Dijon including a visit to the market, the Grey Poupon mustard shop and the Ducal Palace, seat of the great medieval dukes of Burgundy. There will be some free time for shopping or perhaps, to sit in one of the numerous pavement cafés and simply watch the world pass by. Return to the boat for lunch and an afternoon cruise along the majestic Soane River to Verdun sur le Doubs. Tonight you will experience dinner out at a charming local Michelin rated restaurant. Day 6 Cruise to Fragnes - Visit Beaune A morning cruise down the broad and stately River Saone takes you onto the pretty Canal du Centre and Fragnes. After lunch, take a short ride to visit the historic city of Beaune, the wine capital of Burgundy. Enjoy a private tour of the magnificent 15 th century Hotel Dieu, a splendidly decorated charity hospital which represents both the history of Burgundy and the story of its wine. Take time to explore the charming old town, with its wonderful architecture and fine shopping, before returning to the barge moored in Fragnes. Page 3 of 6
Day 7 Cruise to Chagny - Visit Château de Germolles Relax this morning as the barge begins a beautiful cruise along the Canal du Centre. Back in the canal environment you may disembark the barge at a lock, bicycle alongside or walk and keep up with the pace of the barge. After lunch, visit the Château de Germolles, the only remaining residence of the Dukes of Burgundy for a private tour with the owner. Tonight it is back to a countryside mooring in Chagny, where you can dine out at a charming local Michelin rated restaurant. Day 8 Cruise to St. Léger - Visit Château de Chamirey, Mercurey This morning a leisurely cruise takes you to St Léger, another quaint village along the Canal du Centre which is your final destination. After lunch visit Chateau de Chamirey, a family-run wine estate in Mercurey. Enjoy a tour of the vineyards themselves before gathering for a visit of the property, the wine cellar and a tasting of the fine range of wines. This evening enjoy a farewell gala dinner on board. Day 9 St Leger* to Paris & Depart Bid adieu to your floating home and friendly crew before you are transferred to your hotel at Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris. Meals: Breakfast *Cruise itineraries operate from Dole to St. Leger Sur Dheune OR St. Leger Sur Dheune to Dole, depending on the departure date selected. NOTE: The Daily Itinerary above is subject to change dependent upon local conditions and/or operational changes or improvements. The specific times and order of inclusions within each destination may also be altered to best accommodate unscheduled closures, special events, weather, traffic, etc. Please contact your Journey Consultant before scheduling any coinciding appointments. Page 4 of 6
Additional Information Best Time To Travel April - October Visa Information U.S. and Canadian citizens require passport and it needs to be valid for six months after departure date. Link This Journey To Private Journeys: City of Light: Paris, Seductive Spain, Passionate Portugal, Regal London, Iconic England & Wales, Majestic Malta Or Escorted Journeys: The Castles & Countryside of Lore Page 5 of 6
Terms & Conditions This Travcoa Private Journey Includes Accommodations as indicated in the itinerary Meals as indicated in the itinerary Private transfers and privately guided sightseeing in Paris; group transfers to/from Hirondelle Local English speaking guide for sightseeing Entrance fees per final itinerary Local taxes Medical & Travel Assistance Plan Intra Tour Flights (additional cost) Not Included Travcoa Travel Director Meals, except where noted International Airfare Airport taxes Passport & Visa fees Gratuities Deposit/Payment Policy At the time of reservation: 120 days before departure: 25% of journey cost Balance due Cancellation Policy The cancellation policy is applicable to journey price, single supplements, intra tour air, extensions and other tour related arrangements. Penalties are valid from date of reservation until: 120 days or more before departure: 119 to 90 days before departure: 89 to 60 days before departure: 59 days or less and en route: 10% per person 20% 50% 100% Travcoa will only reimburse according to our cancellation policy. Page 6 of 6