FRENCH BOATING GUIDE 2018


Barge Connection +1 888 550 8580


Specialising in European barge vacations, this US travel agency has been whisking guests away to France’s canals since 1998. www.bargeconnection.com


Barge Hotel Emma +33 (0)6 07 99 38 78 Privately owned by a friendly French/Irish couple who’ll provide a warm welcome, home-cooked gourmet meals and tours of the sights along the way. www.bargehotelemma.com


Barge Lady Cruises +1 800 880 0071


Offering cruises for families, foodies, couples, groups and singles. Enjoy gorgeous breakfasts, gourmet wine and dining and the best of the idyllic French canals and countryside. www.bargeladycruises.com


Bateau Simpatico A luxury townhouse barge available for vacation rentals, situated in the Port de Suffren at the base of the Eiffel Tower. Convenient and romantic! www.quai48parisvacation.com


Belle France


+44 (0)1580 214 010 Canal cruises for 4-12 passengers offering wining, dining and informative tours that


span a choice of regions, from Bordeaux to the Loire Valley. www.bellefrance.com


Belmond Afl oat in France +44 (0)845 077 2222


Seven luxury barges make up this impressive fl eet, offering cruises on a number of canals. After lazy hours on deck and exciting activities ashore, a farewell dinner is the perfect opportunity to refl ect on a memorable trip. www.belmond.com/afl oat-in-france


Boat Bike Tours


(Netherlands) +31 299 313 071 Discover the perfect combination of cycling and cruising. Book a full-service Bike and Barge Tour from March until October and enjoy a trip with a difference. www.boatbiketours.com


Boating Holidays from Blue Water Holidays +44 (0)1756 701 200


Boat holiday specialists with a choice of more than 3,000 boats for hire. Choose a destination, boat and route to see which packages are available. www.boatingholidays.com


Boutique Hotel Barges +33 (0)6 88 81 16 05


Offers bookings on a selection of hand-picked luxury barges, with various tours and itineraries


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“We could not have asked for a better boat or crew.” Mr & Mrs Dowling, North Carolina, USA


Take a wonderful golf and fine dining cruise aboard the Randle www.edgecharter.com


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Companies like Belmond offer all-inclusive packages – all you have to do is relax


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