Marguerite, A Worldway Boat - Burgundy Canal
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Marguerite, A Worldway Boat - Burgundy Canal

France7 daysApr 2027 · May 2027 · Jun 2027 · Jul 2027 · Aug 2027 · Sep 2027 · Oct 2027

The journey

Overview

Watch the incredible scenery of Burgundy slowly unfold aboard Marguerite as you drift along its calming waters. Visit Château du Clos de Vougeot in the Côte d'Or, go on a tour of the Ducal Palace and stroll the streets of picturesque Lyon.

Highlights

  • ◆Sleeps eight guests in four king/twin cabins, all with outside views and en suite bathrooms
  • ◆Salon equipped with a stereo system, TV and a collection of CDs and DVDs
  • ◆Crew of six ensures your comfort onboard
  • ◆Borrow one of the provided bicycles for a relaxing ride along the towpath
  • ◆The sun deck is partially shaded for open-air dining and features a heated plunge pool

Complete package information

Full package information

Watch the incredible scenery of Burgundy slowly unfold aboard Marguerite as you drift along its calming waters. Visit Château du Clos de Vougeot in the Côte d'Or, go on a tour of the Ducal Palace and stroll the streets of picturesque Lyon.

Destination
France
Duration
7 days
Indicative price
On request
Operator
Worldway Travels Group
Travel style
Canal Barge Cruises, Culture & History, Family, Food & Drink, Short Escapes, Cruises, Solo, River Cruise
Availability
Available

Complete day-by-day itinerary

Day Day 1

Sunday | Paris to Pontailler-sur-Saône

Meet in Pontailler-sur-Saône at the Marguerite for a welcome reception, followed by a gourmet dinner prepared by your private chef. Meals: Dinner

Day Day 1.1

Transfer: Pontailler-sur-Saone to Saint-Jean-de-Losne

Day Day 2

Monday | Pontailler-sur-Saône to St-Jean-de-Losne

Spend the morning relaxing along the French countryside. Journey to Château du Clos de Vougeot for a VIP lunch, followed by an e-bike tour of the Route des Grand Crus with a delightful wine tasting. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day Day 2.1

Transfer: Saint-Jean-de-Losne to Seurre

Day Day 2.2

Transfer: Seurre to Dijon

Day Day 2.3

Transfer: Dijon to Seurre

Day Day 3

Tuesday | Pontailler-sur-Saône to Seurre

Disembark for an excursion to Dijon, including a private mustard workshop, before continuing your scenic cruise along the River Saône to Seurre. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day Day 3.1

Transfer: Seurre to Fragnes-la-Loyere

Day Day 3.2

Transfer: Fragnes-la-Loyere to Beaune

Day Day 3.3

Transfer: Beaune to Fragnes-la-Loyere

Day Day 4

Wednesday | Seurre to Fragnes-la-Loyere

Cruise along the River Saône, mooring in Fragnes to visit the historic Château de Germolles and indulge in a local winery visit and tasting. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day Day 4.1

Transfer: Fragnes-la-Loyere to Chagny

Day Day 5

Thursday | Fragnes-la-Loyere to Chagny

Journey to Beaune for an immersive cooking class, a visit to Fromagerie Alain Hess, and a colorful market trip, culminating in preparing and tasting a Burgundian menu. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day Day 5.1

Transfer: Chagny to Saint-Léger-sur-Dheune

Day Day 6

Friday | Chagny to St-Léger-sur-Dheune

Glide towards St-Léger-sur-Dheune, have brunch on board, then return to Beaune for a visit to the magnificent Hôtel-Dieu and a final, exquisite wine tasting. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day Day 6.1

Transfer: Saint-Léger-sur-Dheune to null

Day Day 7

Saturday | Disembark

After breakfast, transfer to the airport, where your journey ends. Meals: Breakfast

What is included

  • All sightseeing excursions during the cruise
  • All meals and drinks on board
  • Transfers to/from Barges
  • Round-the-clock, on-call support from Worldway’s experts

Accommodation & cabin notes

  • Marguerite

Departures / operating windows

  • Apr 2027
  • May 2027
  • Jun 2027
  • Jul 2027
  • Aug 2027
  • Sep 2027
  • Oct 2027

Booking, payment & policy notes

Booking process: Submit an enquiry for Marguerite, A Worldway Boat - 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

Cruise Route: Route runs in reverse on alternate weeks and may differ on selected cruise dates.

General Requirements: Your passport needs to be valid for at least six (6) months after your journey ends and should have a minimum of two (2) blank visa pages for entry and exit stamps for each country visited on your journey. Our partner VisaCentral offers easy, efficient U.S. passport and visa processing. Visit them online at visacentral.com or call 844 823 1224 and reference Worldway's account number 73001. Service fees apply. Citizens of other countries should contact the appropriate consular office for entry requirements pertaining to their journey.

Passport Copy Required at time of Booking: Passport copies are required at the time of booking for all guests to confirm included services. Please sign in or register to your personalized Worldway account to enter passport details and upload a copy in the Guest Documentation section.

Visa Requirements: Holders of U.S. or Canadian passports are not required to obtain a tourist visa for entry into France.

Traveller's Health: We recommend you check the Smartraveller website for Australian passport holders /go/wwr_2yDlYcHZuqpHgyugvbgsOKK9dpLZKuAa5-ALNZ54aK9rj-0rOzqRUhAkrieWuUd2KkOHGnrLfkJVLo2h70Mw and Safe Travel for New Zealand passport holders /go/wwr_jfY2R8Me0ca0JzD8RN5I5I1bXqcw7oF_h3kb-3O1OqmqaEfQkzg3_SbVGf4_T31wuRmYSyy3zFD5Jn9Ogw for the latest on required and recommended vaccines and health requirements for your destination.

Register Your Journey: Be sure to register with your nearest embassy or consulate for the destinations included in your journey. U.S. citizens can register through STEP, the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (step.state.gov/step). Canadian citizens can enroll in Registration of Canadians Abroad at Registration of Canadians Abroad.

Country Specific Information: Worldway strongly advises all travellers to be aware of the most recent travel information, special considerations and advisories to the country you are visiting. For Australian passport holders, please visit Smartraveller; and for New Zealand passport holders, please visit SafeTravel.

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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