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Kir Royale - Marne River & Canal Latéral à la Marne
Worldwide7 days
The journey
Overview
Cruise the epicenter of France’s iconic sparkling wine country, pausing to explore celebrated Champagne houses, Reims’ renowned cathedral and the region’s storied World War I legacy along the way.
Highlights
- ◆Gather in the salon for cocktails after a day of relaxed exploration
- ◆Spend leisurely afternoons on the open-air sun deck enjoying the spa pool
- ◆Borrow one of the provided bicycles for a relaxing ride along the towpath
- ◆Sleeps eight in four king/twin cabins, each outward facing with en suite bathroom
- ◆A crew of five attends to all your needs on board
- ◆Fabulous cuisine is provided by the barge's own Master Chef from sumptuous breakfast to a delicious buffet or picnic ending in a four or five course dinner each evening
Complete package information
Full package information
Cruise the epicenter of France’s iconic sparkling wine country, pausing to explore celebrated Champagne houses, Reims’ renowned cathedral and the region’s storied World War I legacy along the way.
- 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 1
Sunday | Paris to Châlons-en-Champagne
Meet in Paris and transfer to your barge's mooring in Châlons-en-Champagne for a welcome reception aboard. Meals: Dinner
Day Day 1.1
Transfer: Tours-sur-Marne to Dizy
Day Day 2
Monday | Châlons-en-Champagne to Tours-sur-Marne
Cruise the Canal Latéral à la Marne to visit the magnificent 800-year-old Reims Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece where kings of France were crowned. Enjoy free time to wander Reims' grand squares and elegant shopping arcades. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Day 2.1
Transfer: Dizy to Damery
Day Day 3
Tuesday | Tours-sur-Marne to Dizy
Visit Moët & Chandon, one of the best-known Champagne houses in the world, where you explore the vast underground cellars and savor a tasting of renowned vintages. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Day 3.1
Transfer: Damery to Dormans
Day Day 4
Wednesday | Dizy to Damery
Savor a private Champagne tasting at the boutique Grand Cru winery of Frerejean Frères with a stop en route at a hillside vineyard to learn the nuances of Champagne viniculture. Afterward, enjoy a gourmet private lunch in the salon of the family Domaine. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Day 5
Thursday | Damery to Dormans
Cruise to pretty riverside town of Dormans, disembarking to visit the American war cemetery at Belleau Wood, a site that witnessed one of the U.S. Army's bloodiest World War I battles. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Day 5.1
Transfer: Dormans to Chateau-Thierry
Day Day 6
Friday | Dormans to Château-Thierry
Visit La Maison Ayala, for a visit of the historic cellars before a private tasting. Later, cruise to Château-Thierry, a historic town surrounded by acres of scenic vineyards. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Day 6.1
Transfer: Chateau-Thierry to null
Day Day 7
Saturday | Château-Thierry to Paris
Disembark in Château-Thierry and return to Paris. 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
- Kir Royale
Booking, payment & policy notes
Booking process: Submit an enquiry for Kir Royale - Marne River & Canal Latéral à la Marne; 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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