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Barging Holidays

Discover British Isles and Europe Travel, along with our European partners, offers you the unique opportunity to explore the treasures of the countryside in ultimate comfort aboard a fully-crewed floating hotel barge cruising the canals and rivers of France, England, Scotland, Ireland and Holland.

Your floating barge hotel is furnished with every modern comfort. The finest gourmet cuisine is prepared by your on-board master chef, complemented by a wide array of fine regional wines and an open bar. And, of course the experienced and knowledgeable crew is there to attend to your
slightest need.


Your Barging Voyage includes:

  • accommodation
  • all gourmet meals aboard and ashore,
  • Champagne welcome
  • open bar
  • excursions and admittance fees
  • use of bicycles and other facilities such as sauna, spa pool/jacuzzi and fitness room.

    Far removed from the hustle and bustle of city life, our all-inclusive hotel barge vacations offer a unique opportunity to travel in comfort without the strains of unpacking and packing, whilst enjoying a balanced blend of daily excursions and fascinating cruising.


Barging in England  
The 11 Passenger Actief is the largest, most luxuriously appointed vessel cruising the Upper Thames. Her sun-deck, saloon and accommodation are unusually spacious and beautifully presented. The sleeping accommodation comprises three suites - Astor, Wolsey and Nelson - two twins and a single cabin.
The 8 passenger Magna Carta, brand new in 2002, offers four spacious full width staterooms with generous en-suite facilities. The upper deck saloon and dining areas sport picture windows and stylish furnishings. Her experienced Captain knows the Thames well and your Master Chef will prepare a range of mouth watering dishes whilst you enjoy the sights of London and the Home Counties from your floating country inn.
Barging in Scotland  

The 8 passenger Scottish Highlander was new for 2000 and has the atmosphere of a Scottish Country House with subtle use of tartan furnishings and landscape paintings. At 117 feet she is spacious and has every cruising comfort for year round cruising.

Barging in Ireland  
The 10 passenger Shannon Princess II is the largest luxury hotel barge cruising the Lower Shannon. Newly commisioned for late 2002, her thoughtfully designed interior includes twin or double beds with Lough views, a comfortable saloon, dining area and full length sun deck.

Barging in France
 
The 8 Passengerr Anjodi is of classic Dutch design, specifically rebuilt to navigate the 300 year old Canal du Midi. Cruising the South of France and Canal du Midi.

The 8 Passenger L'Art de Vivre is a floating celebration of the Burgundian "good life". Your crew of four comprise Captain, Tour guide, Master Chef and Hostess, all with a love for the Nivernais canal and all secure in the knowledge that their vessel represents L'Art de Vivre itself. Cruising Lower Burgandy.
The 12 Passenger La Belle Epoque is a state-of-the-art hotel barge and the worthy flagship of our European fleet. Cruising Burgandy and Provence.
The 12 Passenger L'Impressionniste is a lovely canal and river cruiser. L'Impressionniste's classic route covers some fine Burgundian rural cruising with plenty of opportunity to cycle and stroll along the tow-path and wander into nearby villages. Cruising Burgandy and Provence.
The 6 Passenger Meanderer is the perfect vessel for exploring the Upper Loire. Meanderer's Captain, an experienced host and crew of three ensure the finest of cruises along France's oldest canal. Cruising the Upper Loire Valley.
The 6 Passenger Nymphea is a classic Dutch design with shallow draft that is ideal for navigating the incredibly beautiful yet somewhat sandy reaches of the river Cher in the Loire Valley. Her crew of Captain, Chef and Tour Guide are most knowledgeable about the history in this beautiful area. Cruising the Loire Valley.
The 8 Passenger Rosa cruises Armagnac and the Southwest. Rosa's crew of three is led by the Captain who has a wide hospitality experience and plenty of local knowledge. Rosa's classic itineraries can be tailored to accommodate painting and Golf charters. Cruising Armagnac and the southwest.
The 12 Passenger Serenite cruises in Alsace Lorraine beginning in mid-summer to late autumn. One hundred and twenty six feet of lavish en - suite accommodation, large full width dining, bar and lounge areas, with jacuzzi, sauna and sundeck as well. Her experienced Captain and Cruise director are warm and friendly hosts and are assisted by a master chef and two crew. Serenité cruises German waters until mid summer when she repositions to Alsace Lorraine.

Cruising in Germany  
The 12 Passenger Serenite cruises Germany between April and July through the smaller Berlin canals and the beautiful Meckleberg lake region. One hundred and twenty six feet of lavish en-suite accommodation, large full width dining, bar and lounge areas, with jacuzzi, sauna and sundeck as well. Her experienced Captain and Cruise director are warm and friendly hosts and are assisted by a master chef and two crew. Serenité cruises German waters until mid summer when she repositions to Alsace Lorraine

 




 



 


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