It's True! An all-inclusive luxury barge cruise in France or Europe is one of the all-time great vacations!


Welcome to our official website specializing in canal and river barge cruises in France and Europe. You're at the right place!


A canal or river barge cruise in France fulfills every dream of scenic beauty, historic sights, out of this world dining, fine wines, fun activities and great people. 

Whether you join other guests on a hotel barge or gather your own group on a charter barge, it's an experience you will cherish always. For a romantic getaway, an exciting adventure or a grand celebration for family and friends, a barge cruise is Le Top!

For those who would love a barge cruise paired with biking, hiking, walking, golf, food and wine, family reunions and more, consider a theme cruise to enjoy all your interests.

GOOD NEWS! The dollar is strengthening making it less expensive to travel to France and Europe. See Special Offers for barges that are passing that savings on to you. 


Our mission is to help you select and book the ideal barge vacation for you, your friends and families.

Jack and Beth Hanson have specialized in barge cruises and France for 20 years.

Jack and Beth Hanson, owners of
CanalBargeCruises.com, owned and operated two charter barges for eight years and spent another seven years leading tours in France.

"We know the barges, canals
and sights, and love helping clients select the right barge cruise." Call tollfree at 1-888-264-3983 or Contact Us for 20 years of experience and caring attention to your needs.


The grand salon of deluxe barge SAVOIR FAIRE cruising in Burgundy, Champagne, Holland and Belgium


Total comfort in the ultra deluxe suite of RENAISSANCE cruising in the Upper Loire

What is an All-inclusive Luxury Barge Cruise?

What is a typical day on a barge?