Day Day 1
Sunday | Paris to Venarey-les-Laumes
Meet in Paris for transfer to La Belle Époque, moored at Venarey-les-Laumes. After a welcome reception, enjoy dinner on board. Meals: Dinner
On Request
La Belle Époque - Burgundy Canal
France7 days
The journey
Overview
Graceful La Belle Époque cruises the Burgundy Canal between Venarey-les-Laumes and Tanlay. Enjoy private experiences throughout this relaxing journey, including wine and champagne tastings, a falconry display and a gourmet lunch ashore, along with visits to two historic châteaux.
Highlights
- ◆Gather in the smartly furnished saloon for drinks and panoramic shore views
- ◆A split sun deck is partially shaded for outdoor dining and features a spa tub
- ◆Bicycles are on hand for a relaxing ride along the towpath
- ◆Sleeps 12 in two queen/twin junior suites and four queen/twin cabins, each with outside view and en suite bathroom
- ◆A crew of six attends to 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
Graceful La Belle Époque cruises the Burgundy Canal between Venarey-les-Laumes and Tanlay. Enjoy private experiences throughout this relaxing journey, including wine and champagne tastings, a falconry display and a gourmet lunch ashore, along with visits to two historic châteaux.
- Destination
- France
- 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 | Venarey-les-Laumes to Montbard
After a morning cruise, visit Château de Commarin for a private visit hosted by Count Bertrand de Vogue that includes a falconry display. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Day 2.1
Transfer: Venarey-les-Laumes to Montbard
Day Day 3
Tuesday | Montbard to Ravières
Visit 12th-century Fontenay Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its peaceful gardens and beautiful cloisters. Return to the barge for a cruise to Ravières. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Day 3.1
Transfer: Montbard to Ancy-le-Franc
Day Day 4
Wednesday | Ravières to Ancy-le-Franc
Visit Maison Taisne Riocour for a Champagne tasting. Then drive to Château de Ricey-Bas for a private gourmet lunch ashore with the Baroness. After a stroll through the gardens, return to the barge for a leisurely cruise to Ancy-le-Franc with opportunities for walking or cycling on the towpath. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Day 5
Thursday | Ancy-le-Franc to Lezinnes
Visit historic Château d'Ancy-le-Franc, dating from the 16th century. Rejoin the barge for a leisurely afternoon cruise to Lezinnes. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Day 5.1
Transfer: Ancy-le-Franc to Tanlay
Day Day 6
Friday | Lezinnes to Tanlay
Cruise to the final mooring at Tanlay today. Visit the vineyards and town of Chablis for a private tasting at Domaine Laroche that includes a tour of the 1,000-year-old monastic cellars. This evening, enjoy a special farewell dinner to celebrate the cruise week. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Day 6.1
Transfer: Tanlay to null
Day Day 7
Saturday | Tanlay to Paris
Disembark in Tanlay after breakfast for your transfer back to Paris, where your journey ends. 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
- La Belle Époque
Booking, payment & policy notes
Booking process: Submit an enquiry for La Belle Époque - Burgundy Canal; 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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