Day Day 1
Sunday | Béziers to Argeliers
Meet in Béziers, then embark on charming Athos, converted from an authentic wine barge, moored in the port of Argeliers. Enjoy a welcome reception upon boarding. Meals: Dinner
On Request
Athos - Canal du Midi & Petit Camargue
Worldwide7 days
The journey
Overview
Relax aboard Athos, a charming vessel converted from an authentic wine barge, featuring bright cabins and a canopied sun deck. Take in the beauty of the Canal du Midi and “Petit Camargue,” visit Carcassonne, sample vermouth at Noilly Prat and explore Narbonne’s indoor market.
Highlights
- ◆The hub of onboard life is the salon, featuring a bar, sound system and assortment of CDs
- ◆Head to the partially covered sun deck for open-air dining
- ◆Bicycles are on hand for a relaxing ride along the towpath
- ◆Sleeps 10 in five queen/twin cabins, each outward facing with en suite bathroom
- ◆A crew of five keeps everything on board running smoothly
Complete package information
Full package information
Relax aboard Athos, a charming vessel converted from an authentic wine barge, featuring bright cabins and a canopied sun deck. Take in the beauty of the Canal du Midi and “Petit Camargue,” visit Carcassonne, sample vermouth at Noilly Prat and explore Narbonne’s indoor market.
- Destination
- Worldwide
- Duration
- 7 days
- Indicative price
- On request
- Operator
- Worldway Travels Group
- Travel style
- Canal Barge Cruises, Short Escapes, Cruises, Solo
- Availability
- On Request
Complete day-by-day itinerary
Day Day 2
Monday | Argeliers to La Croisade
Disembark for a guided walk through the medieval walled city of Carcassonne. Later in the day, after continuing your cruise along the historic canal, moor at La Croisade for the night. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Day 2.1
Transfer: Argeliers to Capestang
Day Day 3
Tuesday | La Croisade to Capestang
Go ashore to visit the L'Oulibo cooperative for a tasting of organic olives and olive oils accompanied by a glass of wine. Visit the hilltop village of Minerve, site of a medieval Cathar fortress. Later, cruise to the quaint village of Capestang. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Day 4
Wednesday | Capestang to Fonserannes
Enjoy a morning visit to a lively and colorful indoor market in Narbonne. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Day 4.1
Transfer: Capestang to Fonserannes
Day Day 5
Thursday | Fonserannes to Portiragnes
Visit the market town of Pézenas and view the uniquely striking architecture of the local mansions once owned by nobles of the Languedoc court. This afternoon, cruise to the lock staircase at Fonserannes. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Day 5.1
Transfer: Fonserannes to Portiragnes
Day Day 6
Friday | Portiragnes to Marseillan
Today, cruise through the estuaries of the "Petit Camargue,” a birdwatcher's paradise. Moor in the port at Marseillan to tour the Noilly Prat vermouth distillery and enjoy a tasting, and then return to your vessel for the Captain's Farewell Dinner on board. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Day 6.1
Transfer: Portiragnes to Marseillan
Day Day 6.2
Transfer: Marseillan to null
Day Day 7
Saturday | Marseillan to Béziers
After breakfast on board, bid Athos adieu and disembark in Marseillan for your transfer back to Béziers. Meals: Breakfast
What is included
- Round-the-clock, on-call support from Worldway’s experts
- Transfers to/from barges
- All meals and drinks on board
- All sightseeing excursions during the cruise
Accommodation & cabin notes
- Athos
Booking, payment & policy notes
Booking process: Submit an enquiry for Athos - Canal du Midi & Petit Camargue; a Worldway specialist verifies live availability, supplier terms, routing, rooming and guest requirements before confirmation.
Payments: Deposit, balance deadline, currency conversion and any gateway fees are confirmed in writing before payment. No automatic charge is made from this information page.
Changes & cancellation: Worldway Travels Group rules can vary by departure, cabin, aircraft, hotel and season. Final cancellation penalties are shared on the quote and invoice before booking.
Travel documents: Passport validity, visas, insurance, medical requirements and local taxes remain traveller responsibilities unless specifically included in the confirmed proposal.
Traveller questions
Can this journey be tailored?: Yes — every element can be refined to your dates, pace and interests by our specialists.
How do I reserve?: Contact our team and we'll confirm availability and secure your preferred departure.
This page is designed as a complete pre-booking dossier. Final supplier availability, taxes, route permits, aircraft positioning, visas, insurance, rooming and cancellation rules are reconfirmed by Worldway before payment or ticketing.
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