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Destinations
Short Escapes, Cruises, Solo
Duration
6 Nights
Price
From $7,450
Ship
A&K L'Impressionniste
Elegant L’Impressionniste glides through the wine country of central Burgundy, cruising a tranquil stretch of the Canal de Bourgogne between Fleurey-sur-Ouche and Escommes. Along the way, stroll through Dijon, sample the vintages at renowned Clos de Vougeot and visit Beaune’s 14th-century Hôtel-Dieu.
Operated by Abercrombie & Kent aboard A&K L'Impressionniste.
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 outward facing with 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
Meet in Paris and transfer to L'Impressionniste, moored in Fleury-sur-Ouche. A welcome reception awaits before dinner on board.
This morning, cruise along the enchanting canal with opportunities for walking or cycling along the towpath. After lunch, visit Clos de Vougeot, headquarters of the esteemed Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin, whose annual awards are prized by local Côte d'Or wineries. After a wine tasting, rejoin the barge at Sainte-Marie-sur-Ouche.
Journey to Dijon on market day for a walking tour that includes the flamboyant Gothic-style Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy, begun in the 14th century. Then set out on a leisurely afternoon cruise along the picturesque canal to La Bussière.
This morning, go ashore in Beaune, the wine capital of Burgundy, to explore its quaint shops and stroll the Bastion de l'Oratoire, ramparts built some 600 years ago by the region's first dukes. Visit the fascinating Hôtel-Dieu, a charity hospital dating from the 15th century, before proceeding to Domaine Chanson, a historic and top-producing estate, where you savor a private wine tasting and lunch on site.
Pass grazing white Charolais cattle on the morning cruise to Vandenesse-en-Auxois. After lunch, drive to Châteauneuf-en-Auxois to explore the medieval village with its hilltop castle and craft shops.
Cruise to the canal summit today, 1,250 feet above sea level. At mid-afternoon, visit historic Château de Commarin, for a private tour of the castle that includes a falconry demonstration. Return to the barge at Escommes and gather for a gala farewell dinner this evening.
Disembark after breakfast and return to Paris, where your program ends.
From $7,450
per guest · 6 nights
Prices are a guide and vary with season, cabin category and party size. Your advisor will confirm the exact cost before anything is booked.
The graceful canal barge L'Impressionniste accommodates 12 guests among four en suite cabins and two junior suites. Stretching 126 feet in length, the vessel affords ample room to relax with a salon, bar, sun decks and spa tub. Guests enjoy fine regional food and wine while taking in the stunning scenery as it drifts by, pausing every so often for local shore excursions on foot or bicycle.
Cabin
oceanview · sleeps 2
Junior Suite
suite · sleeps 2
