Cruising in Central France
The Upper Loire (between Montargis and Chatillon-sur-Loire)
Cruise route map
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- 123 FEET LONG (37.2 METRES)
- 6 PASSENGERS
- 5 CREW
- 3 TWIN OR QUEEN-BEDDED DOUBLE CABINS (ALL WITH PRIVATE BATHROOM, HAIRDRYERS AND BATHROBES)
- 6 GOOD QUALITY BIKES
- AIR CONDITIONING AND CENTRAL HEATING
- HEATED JACUZZI ON THE SUNDECK
- FULLY AIR CON’D PRIVATE MINIBUS FOR EXCURSIONS
- BROADBAND FREE INTERNET ACCESS IN SALOON, PLUS CDS, STEREO, LIBRARY, GAMES, ETC.
Owned and operated by charismatic American owners George and Susan Kovalick, Meanderer is one of the most spacious luxury barges on
the waterways of Europe. She can accommodate up to six guests in great style in a friendly and relaxed yet private atmosphere. All three
cabins can be arranged either as twin or queen-size doubles and are spacious, light and very comfortable. The light, airy cabins and sparkling
bathrooms have opening windows with mosquito nets which means you can leave cabin windows open at night without waking up to
insect bites!
Her attractive full width saloon and dining area has huge opening picture windows on each side, making cruising on Meanderer
a real treat as you always have a wonderful view of the outside scenery. From the saloon there is easy access to the large sun deck complete
with luxury heated spa pool, a covered al fresco dining area, and very comfortable, high quality lounging furniture. There is more than
6 foot 6 inches headroom throughout, no more than 5 steps between each level and a permanent canopy over the sun deck (not temporary
parasols), so guests have the choice of sitting in sun or shade at any time during the cruise.
The Meanderer 2012 cruise itinerary is based in the fascinating and lesser-known region of the Upper Loire, often referred to as the ‘Garden
of France’; a typically French landscape with peaceful, rolling countryside. Click on ‘Itinerary’ above to view a day by day cruise program.
| 2012 PRICES (USD) |
VALUE SEASON |
REGULAR SEASON |
| Individual Cabin Bookings (per guest sharing a double or twin) |
$4,950
| $5,430
|
| Single Supplement |
$4,950
| $5,430
|
| Charter for 4 guests |
$27,900
| $29,800
|
| Charter for 5 guests |
$28,400
| $30,600
|
| Charter for 6 guests |
$28,900
| $31,400
|
Please note that for cabin bookings a minimum of 2 cabins must be booked to guarantee sailing
VALUE SEASON DATES: April 22,29; May 06; October 14,21 2012
REGULAR SEASON DATES: May 13,20,27; June 03,10,17,24; July 01,08,15,22,29; August 05,12,19,26; September 02,09,16,23,30; October 07 2012
| 2013 PRICES (USD) |
VALUE SEASON |
REGULAR SEASON |
| Individual Cabin Bookings (per guest sharing a double or twin) |
$4,950
| $5,430
|
| Single Supplement |
$4,950
| $5,430
|
| Charter for 4 guests |
$27,900
| $29,800
|
| Charter for 5 guests |
$28,400
| $30,600
|
| Charter for 6 guests |
$28,900
| $31,400
|
Please note that for cabin bookings a minimum of 2 cabins must be booked to guarantee sailing
VALUE SEASON DATES: April 21,28; May 05; October 20 2013
REGULAR SEASON DATES: May 12,19,26; June 02,09,16,23,30; July 07,14,21,28; August 04,11,18,25; September 01,08,15,22,29; October 06,13 2013
Cruise Highlights may include:
The beautiful
Chateau de Fontainebleau
Walking tour of pretty
Montargis
Exploration of the world-renowned Sancerre wine region
The Chateau de
St Fargeau (a private visit)
An accompanied tour of the Briare farmers’ market (with your chef)
The
Pont Canal de Briare (the longest aqueduct in Europe, crossing the River Loire
and designed by Gustave Eiffel, of the Paris tower fame)
The picturesque Canal de Briare (you will cruise the entire length)
The Meanderer is please to be able to offer themed and special interest cruises for charter groups upon request. Please
contact us for itineraries, rates, inclusions and availability:
- Golf Cruises
- Antiques Cruises
- Family Cruises
- Wine Cruises
PICK-UP: central Paris, 2:30pm Sunday.
DROP-OFF: central Paris, Saturday late morning.
CRUISES START ON A SUNDAY AND END THE FOLLOWING
SATURDAY
TO CONTACT US
Phone: +33 563 02 87 04, Fax: +33 563 02 24 11
Phone (Toll-Free from USA + Canada): 1-800-688-0245
Email:
info@bargecompany.com
Web:
www.bargecompany.com
The Barge Cruise Company Ltd, 501 Chemin Lacoste, 82170 Grisolles, FRANCE