Jeanine
The "Jeanine" barge travels along the canals in France.
DAY 1: DIJON
Boarding from 6.00 p.m. in Dijon. Presentation of the crew and welcome drink. Dinner on board. Overnight.
DAY 2: DIJON - LONGECOURT-EN-PLAINE
Full board on board. Morning spent cruising. Take advantage of this first day cruising to relax and admire the beautiful Burgundy scenery, or to walk or bike alongside the boat on the canal's bicycle path (1). In the afternoon, excursion along the Grands Crus Wine Circuit. The touristic Grands Crus wine route passes through villages and the finest and most prestigious of the Burgundy vineyards. Back on board in Longecourt-en-Plaine. Overnight.
DAY 3: LONGECOURT-EN-PLAINE - SAINT-JEAN-DE-LOSNE
Full board on board. Morning spent cruising. As we travel, you are free to bike along the Doubs River at any time by taking the Green Way bike path (1). In the afternoon, tour of Saint-Jean-de-Losne. We will explore monuments that tell the story of the city's prestigious past, such as the monument commemorating the Siege of 1636, and the Hôtel-Dieu, which was a charitable hospital founded in 1658 and is surrounded by intricately wrought iron railings dating from the 17th and 18th centuries. Back on board. Overnight.
DAY 4: SAINT-JEAN-DE-LOSNE - CHALON-SUR-SAONE
Full board on board. Morning spent cruising toward Chalon-sur-Saone. As we cruise by, you'll admire the Saône River’s hilly banks and typical local houses perched on its hillsides. In the afternoon, tour of Chalon-sur-Saône, birthplace of Joseph Nicéphore Niepce, one of the inventors of photography. Our tour will continue in the town center, where we will have a tasting session of wine from the Côte Chalonnaise. Back on board. Overnight.
DAY 5: CHALON-SUR-SAONE - CHAGNY
Full board on board. Morning spent cruising toward Chagny. This is the perfect moment to relax and enjoy the hillside scenery and rolling meadows along our route. Departure for the hike to the Cirque du Bout du Monde. You'll discover the imposing chalk cliffs carved out by the Cozanne River which created a blind valley, where a waterfall over 80 feet high adds a touch of wonder. Back on board in Chagny. Overnight.
DAY 6: CHAGNY - SANTENAY - SAINT-LEGER-SUR-DHEUNE
Full board on board. Departure toward Santenay, a wine village with a priceless historical and natural heritage, which we will reach during the morning. We will set off from the ship and walk to the center of Santenay, a charming little wine-producing village. You can join us for a wine tasting session at one of the 38 wine producers in the village. In the afternoon, cruise towards Saint-Léger-sur-Dheune. Relax and admire the passing lush landscapes. Late in the afternoon, arrival in St. Leger-sur-Dheune. Gala evening. Overnight.
DAY 7: SAINT-LEGER-SUR-DHEUNE - Dijon
Buffet breakfast on board. Disembark at 9.00 a.m. Transfer by coach to Dijon, arriving late in the morning. End of our services.
(1) Timetables and embarkation/disembarkation points will be announced on board by the ship's Captain.
(2) Please contact us for more itinerary details. For cruise Ref. SLD, itinerary and excursion packages are different.
Alcohol can damage your health. Please drink in moderation.
For more information on a return cruise in the opposite direction, please see ref. SLD (2).
Excursions included
Guided visit of Chalon-sur-Saône
Set off on a discovery tour of Chalon sur Saône and its old town. Chalon came into being as the main port to the Eduens people during the Gaulish...
Wine tasting in Santenay
Set off from the ship in the company of your purser for the center of Santenay, a charming little wine-producing town with a priceless historic...
Walk to the Cirque du Bout du Monde and the Mont de Sène
Departure by coach from St-Léger-sur-Dheune. We’ll set off on foot from Nolay for a walk to the Cirque du Bout du Monde, part of Natura 2000 sites...
- Child discount (2-9 years of age): - 20%
Your cruise with all meals from dinner D1 to breakfast on D7 - drinks including 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 - transfer by coach from Saint-Léger-sur-Dheune to Dijon (D7) - 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 compulsory. Non-EU nationals are advised to consult their embassy or consulate. Please note: Your passport must be valid for six months beyond the last day of your travels.
Transfer by coach from Saint-Léger-sur-Dheune to Dijon (D7)
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