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Les Bateaux Belmond

France

Sail across France's stunning countryside canals and rivers.

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Property Overview

The Les Bateaux Belmond fleet comprises seven luxury barges that offer a unique and tranquil cruise experience into the heart of rural France including Burgundy, Provence, Champagne, Camargue and Canal du Midi. These barges accommodate between four and twelve guests, each individually designed with amenities like heated, panoramic pools and sunbeds laid out on the decks.

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SmartFlyer Exclusives

  • Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
  • Fully flexible on board credit: 100 USD equivalent per person per journey and 45 USD equivalent per person for day trips
  • A 500 USD equivalent gift voucher when booking a 5,000 USD equivalent or more holiday with Belmond, redeemable on your next Belmond experience
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  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

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Agent Tips

  • Bicycles are available onboard the boats so guests can take them off-board to go and explore.
What's Included?

Highly customizable itineraries through stately châteauxs.

Napoleon travels in Provence, Amaryllis, Fleur de Lys, and Lilas travel within Burgundy, Pivoine travels in Camargue, Alouette travels in Canal du Midi and Coquelicot travels within the Champagne region.

All meals, beverages, and excursions are included in the fare, including exclusive use of onboard bicycles, private guides, and return transfers from Paris. Every journey and excursion aboard Les Bateaux Belmond will be tailored to your personal tastes and requirements. The cruise's itineraries include visits to local attractions, such as stately châteaux and bustling markets, with add-on activities such as hot-air ballooning. During the cruise, your barge is accompanied by an air-conditioned vehicle ready to take you and your private guide on your chosen tours.
Accommodations

Lavishly appointed.

Each barge is individual in design and lavishly appointed making them the most luxurious fleet on the French waterways. They have all been beautifully constructed, furnished, and accompanied by modern technology for your comfort such as air-conditioning. Four barges have outdoor heated pools and Napoleon has a jacuzzi on the upper deck.
Restaurant + Bar

Regional specialties and seasonal delicacies.

Each week’s menu onboard includes some of the chef’s original recipes as well as regional specialties and seasonal delicacies unique to the particular area of the country in which you are cruising. Table d’hôte meals on board are included in guests' fare. All are enjoyed in the dining room or on the sundeck, weather permitting.
  • Who's it for?
    Adventure-seekers and those looking to experience the French waterways will love a cruise aboard Les Bateaux Belmond fleet. Cruise along Burgundy and Canal du Midi to the vineyards and villages, explore Provence's culture and charm, or even venture through the Champagne region's effervescent delights. Each of Belmond's French barges are guaranteed to give you a vibrant look into France's countryside.
  • Location
    Les Bateaux Belmond visits Burgundy, Canal du Midi, Camargue, Champagne and Provence.

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