Catalog: Burgundy Explored - Cruising on the Luciole | |
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| france by barge the luciole above left the waterfront at auxerre overlooked by the cathedral parish church and 13th century abbey lower left a lunchtime dish in the saloon where a rich selection is on offer to our guests top right the hotel regina in central paris where we meet our guests each week for the journey to the luciole lower right under way on a sweeping river section of the river yonne near châtel-censoir front cover the `luciole leaving a lock a perfect opportunity to stroll or take a bike and ride along the paths beside the canal and river yonne centre the 17th century chateau ... | |
| experience of a lifetime luciole in burgundy reaching into the very heart of france ... produce and the great traditions of the burgundy region our crew members also are well- ... | |
| irancy and our barge again sporting the burgundy flag working with giles are our ... | |
| france by barge the luciole the luciole available for individual bookings or for whole-boat charter the 14-passenger luciole allows our guests to explore in comfort the most intimate up-country waterway in central france from the airconditioned saloon large picture windows allow uninterrupted views of the passing scene refreshments are freely available at all times from our open bar three double-bedded cabins are available each of which can be converted into a twin together with three further twinbedded and two single cabins on board each has its own private shower and toilet facilities individually-controlled ... | |
| france by barge the luciole our route described as `the most beautiful and varied water route of them all the nivernais offers all the attractions of an up-county waterway in combination with the elegant city of auxerre where our voyages begin or end along the way charolais cows graze by the water s edge while periodic stonebuilt villages stand invitingly the painted shutters and doorways framed in roses embracing both river and man-made canal this entrancing waterway preserves the character of 150 years ago too shallow now for larger barges it has a number of locks that are also short hence ... | |
| france by barge the luciole the nivernais from auxerre to clamecy a typical itinerary sunday the rendezvous in paris at 2.30 pm is followed by the journey to auxerre in our private bus the `luciole herself is moored on the impressive river frontage overlooked by the cathedral parish church and 13th century abbey a champagne reception welcomes our guests on board monday a visit to the historic centre of auxerre is followed by a cruise into beautiful countryside where we serve lunch on board the afternoon s voyage through sweeping river reaches concludes at the winemaking centre of bailly tuesday ... | |
| on the starlit nights for which burgundy is noted with coffee on our observation ... jam maigret of duck with ceps and burgundy jus potatoes dauphinoise creamed leeks ... | |
| france by barge the luciole cruising as a group biking and walking over the years groups of friends and family parties have frequently chartered the `luciole for their own exclusive use on cruises such as these alterations can easily be made to the programme to meet any special needs of our guests and our flexible crew members are well accustomed to making these changes for children with family charter parties alternative meal times and excursions are often arranged while for special interest groups individual cruise itineraries can be designed business gatherings can also be accommodated with ... | |
| france by barge the luciole what to bring informal summer clothes are generally preferred by our guests the climate is often warm and sunny but for evenings and early mornings a sweater may be advisable together with protection against the occasional shower of rain light rubber-soled shoes are the most suitable on board while you may need walking shoes for local exploration joining the cruise the hotel regina in central paris provides the meeting point for our cruises this elegant and comfortable hotel is located on the rue de rivoli facing the louvre and the jardin des tuilleries and offers an ... | |
| france by barge the luciole booking conditions `the luciole the chartering contract is between the passenger and inland voyages bookings limited who act as agents for inland voyages limited proprietors of the `luciole reservations are confirmed upon our receipt of a deposit of one third of the total fare in the event of cancellation this deposit is refundable if the space is resold at the printed rate and in that case 90 of the payment will be refunded final payment is due 90 days before departure and such sums are also refundable if the space is resold at the printed rate with 90 of the payment ... | |
| with the abbey in the background luciole moors for the evening in auxerre the river scenes centre and right lie just a few kilometres upstream www.inlandvoyages.com photos in this brochure are by peter turner marsha clinard and john and penny liley brochure designed by tony duncan-smith printed in england by reedprint gerrards cross | |
