Jeanine
The "Jeanine" barge travels along the canals in France.
This cruise will guarantee a complete change of scenery along the Doubs River in completely natural and untouched surroundings. Franche-Comté's history has shaped the architectural landscape, leaving behind many amazing physical reminders over the years. A journey from Montbéliard, the city of the Princes, to Besançon and the Vauban citadel, our tour will take you from town to village, as we are transported through the ages and encounter the locals. However, the Franche-Comté region is also known for its rich diversity of landscapes, from mountains and forests, to rapids and rivers. Here, you will relax in the great outdoors, walking and rambling through the countryside.
DAY 1: MONTBELIARD
Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. in Montbeliard. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we’ll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail.
DAY 2: MONTBELIARD - L'ISLE-SUR-LE-DOUBS
Join us on a walking tour through the historic heart of Montbéliard, a former Württemberg principality. The afternoon will be spent cruising towards l'Isle-sur-le-Doubs. Take time to relax and admire the beautiful scenery in the Doubs Valley, or to walk or cycle along the canal paths alongside the boat (2).
DAY 3: L'ISLE-SUR-LE-DOUBS - CLERVAL
The morning will be spent cruising towards Clerval. At any time you are free to bike along the banks of the Doubs River by taking the EuroVelo 6 Cycle Route (2). In the afternoon, we’ll discover the hiking path to the Reposoir Chapel (1).
DAY 4: CLERVAL - BAUMES-LES-DAMES
The morning will be spent cruising towards Baumes-Les-Dames that we will reach in the afternoon. You will relax and enjoy a breakfast buffet as we cruise the river for the rest of the morning. During the morning, you are free to bike alongside the boat (2) by riding on the EuroVelo 6 Cycle Route. You can come and go as you please, returning on board at any time. Enjoy a relaxing lunch on board before we arrive in Baumes-les-Dames early in the afternoon. We’ll set off for a guided tour of Baumes-les-Dames. Here we'll discover the ancient town center, including typical buildings full of character, and the beautiful abbey. We’ll enjoy a tasting of local products before returning on board.
DAY 5: BAUMES-LES-DAMES - DELUZ
The morning will be spent cruising towards Deluz. In the afternoon, we’ll discover the various hiking paths around the town (1). You'll have the opportunity to discover the Pelouse Sèche (dry grassland) site, which is part of the Natura 2000 project.
DAY 6: DELUZ - BESANCON
The morning will be spent cruising toward Besancon. During the morning, you are free to bike alongside the boat (2) by riding on the EuroVelo 6 Cycle Route. Early in the afternoon, we’ll reach in Besancon and set out on a guided tour of the Citadel of Besançon. After the visit, enjoy some free time to visit the Citadel's various museums, including the Resistance and Deportation Museum, the Comtois Museum and the Natural History Museum. Tonight is our gala evening and dinner.
DAY 7: BESANCON
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9.00 a.m. End of our services.
(1) Hikes on recognized hiking paths are voluntary and not guided.
(2) Timetables and embarkation/disembarkation points will be announced on board by the ship's Captain.
(3) Please contact us for more itinerary details. For cruise Ref. BCM_AIPP, itinerary and excursion packages are different.
For more information on a return cruise in the opposite direction, please see ref. BCM_AIPP(3).
Excursions included
Guided visit of Baume les Dames
Set off on foot in the company of one of the town's guides. You’ll discover the charming local houses dating from the 15th and 16th centuries,...
Guided visit of the Besançon Citadel
Transfer by coach to the Besançon Citadel, one of Vauban's great masterpieces (must be booked in advance with your travel agent or tour operator...
Clerval
Discover the walking path of the Reposoir Chapel at your own pace. Visit the heart of Clerval, and stroll through this once-fortified village...
Deluz
Discover the foot paths through this village at your own pace. You'll be able to visit the Natura 2000 dry grassland and admire its variety of...
Guided tour through the historic center of Montbéliard
Set off on foot in the company of a tour guide for a tour through the historic center of Montbeliard, a former Württemberg principality. You will...
- Child discount (2-9 years of age): - 20%
- 3rd person discount in triple cabin: - 30%
Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day - drinks included in this price are water, wine, beer, fruit juices and coffee served by CroisiEurope during meals on board - drinks served at the bar (excluding champagne and wines on the wine list) - double-occupancy cabin with shower in private bathroom - the excursions mentioned in the program - welcome cocktail - assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess - the gala dinner and evening - travel assistance and repatriation insurance - all port fees.
Drinks on the wine list, champagne at the bar, drinks served during excursions or transfers - cancellation and baggage insurance - personal expenses.
Valid passport required. Non-EU nationals are advised to consult their embassy or consulate.
Port-to-port cruise, no transfers included.
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