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Cruise the canals of Burgundy

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Jeanine

The "Jeanine" barge travels along the canals in France.

Dijon - SAINT-JEAN-DE-LOSNE - LONGECOURT-EN-PLAINE - PETIT-OUGES - DIJON

DAY 1: Dijon - SAINT-JEAN-DE-LOSNE - LONGECOURT-EN-PLAINE

Transfer by coach from Dijon to Saint-Jean-de-Losne. Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 2:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll set sail at 2:30 p.m. for Longecourt-en-plaine.
Take advantage of your afternoon cruise to enjoy the surrounding tranquillity and abundant, untouched nature. Bicycles are available on board if you would like to ride along the canal's banks(1).
We'll reach Longecourt-en-Plaine and enjoy an evening of entertainment.

DAY 2: LONGECOURT-EN-PLAINE - PETIT-OUGES - DIJON

We'll spend this morning cruising towards Petit-Ouges.
Recharge your batteries far from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and revel in the intimate atmosphere of your barge. You'll be well taken care of by a small crew of 6 dedicated members all the while tranquilly gliding past plentiful landscapes.
Bicycles are available on board if you would like to ride along the canal's banks(1).
This afternoon, join us for an excursion: the path of the three washhouses in Petit-Ouges and the Cîteaux Abbey. We'll start off with an unguided walking tour along the path of the three washhouses in Petit-Ouges before moving on to the Cîteaux Abbey. The visit to the historic buildings of Cîteaux will let you discover monastic life and Cistercian tradition. Making an exception of the Abbey's usual practice by taking you into the interior of the cloister, this spiritual and cultural journey will lead you across 900 years of history to the community living here today.
We'll return on board in Dijon. Enjoy an evening of entertainment.

DAY 3: DIJON

Enjoy time at leisure on board this morning and stroll freely through Dijon.
This afternoon, join us for an excursionalong the Burgundy Grands Crus Wine Route. We’ll set off on the Grands Crus Wine Route, including a visit to the Château du Clos de Vougeot, a symbol of more than 1000 years of Burgundy history. As early as the 12th century, monks from the Citeaux abbey built winegrowing outbuildings in the middle of the vines. The main building strongly influenced by Renaissance style was added in the 16th century. The journey continues to a wine estate for a tasting of Burgundy wines. We'll return on board for our gala dinner and evening.

DAY 4: DIJON

Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.

For the safety of our passengers, the captain and crew of the boat may decide to modify the navigational itinerary. (1) Timetables and embarkation/disembarkation points will be announced on board by the ship's Captain. Alcohol can be harmful to your health. Please drink in moderation.

5% discount on shore excursion package available only when booking the cruise

Château du Clos de Vougeot © Côte-d'Or Tourisme - J-M. SCHWARTZ

Burgundy: the Grands Crus Wine Route

In the afternoon, set off on the Grands Crus Wine Route, including Gevrey-Chambertin and the Clos de Vougeot, with a visit of the Chateau du Clos...

Reductions: 
  • Child discount (2-9 years) : - 20%
  • 3rd person discount in triple cabin : - 30%
Including: 

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 during the meal and coffee after both lunch and dinner for meals eaten on the ship - drinks from the bar, except for champagne or wines from our special list - double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom - welcome cocktail - coach transfer Dijon/Saint-Jean-de-Losne - assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess - the gala dinner and evening - the excursions mentioned in the program - travel assistance and repatriation insurance - all port fees.

Excluding: 

Drinks from our special lists, champagne at the bar, drinks served during excursions or transfers - cancellation and baggage insurance - personal expenses.

Formalities: 

Valid passport compulsory. Non-EU nationals are advised to consult their embassy or consulate.

Transfer by coach from Dijon to Saint-Jean-de-Losne D1 INCLUDED

For more information about flights and transfers, please contact our call center by clicking on « Request a quote » and filling out the form, or by calling 1-800-768-7232


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