FRENCH BOATING GUIDE 2018


There are always opportunities to get off ship and explore, often in corners of France you probably wouldn’t otherwise see


Fred.Olsen Cruise Lines +44 (0)845 869 0568 Travel from a choice of British ports to France by cruise ship, enjoying the magical scenery of the rivers Garonne and Seine, among others. www.fredolsencruises.com


french-waterways.com A website with a comprehensive directory of river boats based on location. It also features useful information about how to get the most out of river cruising. www.french-waterways.com


Grand Circle Cruise Line +1 800 221 2610


Designed exclusively for American travellers, these trips feature English-speaking guides, tailored accommodation and carefully considered dining, including local delicacies and American favourites. www.gct.com


Great Rail Journeys +44 (0)1904 521 936


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A rail travel specialist that also operates river cruises along the rivers Rhône and Seine. The trips offered include accommodation, transport, meals and excursions to places of interest. www.greatrail.com


Mail Travel Witness the lovely châteaux of the Loire, the Gironde estuary and other national treasures whilst enjoying the opulent comfort of a river ship. www.mailtravel.co.uk


Orbital Travel +44 (0)1763 274 174


Surround yourself with views of the picturesque Seine Valley on board the MS France. This two-deck ship has 78 cabins, a sun deck and a lounge bar with a dance floor. www.orbitaltravel.co.uk


Riviera Travel +44 (0)1283 880 196


Luxurious ships taking guests along the Rhône and Seine


waterways. Cruises are tailored to the requirements of clientele. www.rivieratravel.co.uk


Saga +44 (0)808 252 2906


Exclusive cruises with Saga or one of its partner companies. The chartered fleet boasts itineraries, entertainment and cuisine all created with UK passengers firmly in mind. travel.saga.co.uk


Scenic


+44 (0)808 115 5252 This year, the Scenic ships Emerald, Diamond and Sapphire will be reintroduced with refurbishments including a rooftop vitality pool, gym, spa and new bedrooms. www.scenic.co.uk


Shearings Holidays +44 (0)1942 417 295 Admire the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Notre-Dame and other spectacles on a cruise through Paris, or alternatively visit the Rhône,


Uniworld


+44 (0)808 168 9231 Uniworld is a boutique river cruise company that prides itself on its customer service, with the motto ‘No request too large, no detail too small’. www.uniworld.com


Vantage Deluxe World Travel +1 888 514 1845 Four- and five-star ships accommodating up to 176 guests. Explore France’s beautiful waterways and dock at


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Dordogne or Garonne aboard a tasteful cruise ship. www.shearings.com


Tauck +44 (0)800 810 8020


A variety of destinations and tour types means there’s something for everyone. The family river cruise takes guests from Paris to Lyon, with a scavenger hunt, cooking class and ‘wild west’ drive in between. www.tauck.co.uk


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