European Waterways offers an array of cruises that immerse passengers in the cultural
traditions of some of the most fascinating regions of Europe. Of these, the
company’s relaxing hotel barge cruises along the historic Canal du Midi, a
UNESCO World Heritage Site, provide guests with an especially wide range of
opportunities.
Capitals & Classics
Aboard the recently-refurbished
8-passenger hotel barge, Anjodi, passengers are catered to by
a highly-experienced and attentive crew, while enjoying the hotel barge’s facilities,
including a spacious sun deck and spa pool.
Itinerary highlights of the
6-night cruise:
* a winery tour and wine tasting at
the 14th century Chateau de Perdiguier
* a visit to Narbonne, a Roman
Mediterranean capital where the Visigoth monarchs once lived
* an excursion to unforgettable Minerve,
the ancient 12th century Cathar capital of Minervois, the world’s
largest wine-growing region.
* a visit to Pezenas, a town well known
for its associations with the French actor and playwright Molière, one
of the greatest masters of comedy in Western literature. Molière classics such
as “The Misanthrope,” “The School for Wives,” and “The Miser,” are still
performed today all over the world.
A Visit
to the ‘Village of the Books’
While cruising past canal-side
villages and vineyards, the Clair de Lune, a sophisticated
6-passenger hotel barge, offers passengers facilities such as a stylish dining
area and saloon, a large sundeck with a spa pool, and bicycles for exploring
the famous towpath.
Highlights of this
6-night itinerary:
* “mini-expeditions”, such as a
private tasting of fine Minervois wines at a renowned local domaine; and a visit to magnificent Carcassonne, Europe’s most
complete fortified city.
* a trip to Montolieu, well known
as the “Village of the Books.” A commune in the South of France, Montolieu is
often referred to as a cultural meeting point, where people come together to educate, pass on, and
share the art of the written word. With bookstores, secondhand booksellers,
illustrators, graphic artists, printers, craftsmen, museums, and galleries
lining the streets, a visit to this delightful village offers a unique glimpse
into age-old traditions and celebrations.
A Trip to ‘Plus Beaux Villages de
France’
The state-of-the-art, double-deck,
8-passenger hotel barge, Enchanté provides passengers with
exceedingly comfortable accommodation, including spacious cabins, an attractive
saloon/lounge, grand sun deck, and elegant spa pool.
Highlights of this 6-night cruise:
* a tour of Lagrasse, a village with
an 8th century Benedictine abbey and many artisan workshops.
Its narrow
streets and medieval bridges have earned it the title of “the most beautiful
village in France.”
Like Montolieu, Lagrasse enjoys a
strong literary tradition and is home to Le Banquet du Livre, ”Banquet of
the Books,” a literary festival that boasts philosophical meetings with writers
and thinkers, readings of texts and musical pieces by talented authors, as well
as literary workshops and film screenings.
During
July and August 2014, European Waterways is offering an £800 reduction on
cabins (based on 2 people sharing); and
up to £4,800 reduction on full boat charters for
Enchanté and Anjodi; and £4,000 reduction on full boat charters of Clair de Lune.
Visit www.gobarging.com for
conditions and restrictions.
For Reservations Tel: +44(0) 1753 598555 www.gobarging.com:
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