The 8-passenger Horizon II has four cabins that can be configured with either a king or two twin sized beds. Each cabin has its own private, en-suite bathroom. Her beautiful cherry interior, traditional furnishings and antique brass accents is reminiscent of an English gentlemen's club. Her unique split-level design makes it easier to get around for those passengers with limited mobility, who need to avoid a full flight of stairs. The barge's expansive sundeck, offers beautiful panoramic views of the countryside as she glides by.
The cruise week includes a visit to the charming wine village of Sancerre for a private cellar tour and wine tasting, a cruise over the historic Briare aqueduct designed by Gustave Eiffel, a tour of the medieval town of Gien including the faience museum, and a day trip to the magnificent 16th century Chateau de Chambord, the largest of the Loire Valley chateaux.
During the week, guests will also see the 15th century village and chateau of St. Guests will also enjoy dinner ashore at the Michelin-starred restaurant, Auberge des Templiers in les Bezards.
You will be greeted at the meeting point hotel in Paris and escorted via private motorcoach to the barge mooring in the Upper Loire region east of the Loire Valley , where you will be welcomed by your English-speaking crew.
Spend the first evening becoming acquainted with your fellow passengers and enjoying your first gourmet meal on board. Each morning, your barge gets underway for the day's cruise. As it navigates the frequent locks on the canal, you can step directly ashore for a leisurely stroll along the canal towpath. You may also choose to take one of the barge's bicycles to explore the quaint villages nearby, or simply relax on the sundeck and watch the every-changing scenery slowly go by.
