LA NOUVELLE ETOILE, a state-of-the-art 8 passenger ultra deluxe barge spends summers in Burgundy and Champagne.

LA NOUVELLE ETOILE spends the summer in the Burgundy and Champagne regions of France. An exciting highlight of this luxury barge cruise is the delight of cruising right through the heart of Paris. This ultra deluxe barge is pure floating elegance as she cruises along the historic Seine, Marne and Yonne Rivers. The barge itself is the new standard in barging with every luxurious amenity possible. Yes, there is Satellite TV and internet access for those who want to stay in touch. For an exquisite experience with the most caring of owners, La Nouvelle Etoile is one of the best.

Cruise Highlights


 Dining on La Nouvelle Etoile is an extravaganza of sights and tastes, all beautifully presented on china, crystal and silver.

A Delectable Dinner
* Fresh Foie Gras Grilled with Grapes and Wine
* Rack of Lamb in Herb Crust
Panache of Fresh Vegetables
* Warm Goat Cheese with
Bed of Crispy Salad
* Sticky Toffee Pudding with
Creme Anglais and Strawberries
* Coffee, Tea, Chocolate and Digestifs

 

 

LA NOUVELLE ETOILE offers seven itineraries in Holland, Belgium,
France and Germany


 

  • The Chablis Cruise and the Champagne Cruise itineraries are below. For the others, follow the links
  • Springtime in Holland
    March 30 - May 10
  • Amsterdam to Brughes
    May 11-17, booked for 2008
  • Brughes to Paris
    May 18-28, booked for 2008
  • Chablis Cruise - Paris to Auxerre
    June 1–14, June 29-July 26
  • Champagne and Brie - Paris to Epernay
    June 15-28, July 27 - August 16
  • Alsace Lorraine - Nancy to Strasbourg
    August 24 – September 20
  • Mosel River Cruise - Trier to Koblenz
    September 21 – October 25

Download all La Nouvelle Etoile Itineraries

 

Itinerary

 

Chablis Cruise
Paris to Auxerre
Cruise Highlights


 

  • We'll take an intimate tour of a family owned and operated Chablis vineyard and cellar. Along with the wine, you can also enjoy the panoramic beauty of the French town of Chablis and countryside.
  • Cruise through the center of Paris past Notre Dame.
  • Chateau of Fountainelbeau - walk back in time and through France's history as you tour the chateau where every royal French family has added its own architectural signature.
  • Discover the village where the famous Impressionist Alfred Sisley found his inspiration.
  • Climb a 15th century clock tower or saunter down narrow cobblestone streets in the ancient Roman style town of Villeneuve.
  • Great gothic cathedrals await you in France's oldest town, Sens.
  • Auxerre - considered the most beautiful of all French river towns whose skyline is punctuated by church spires and streets lined with 16th century houses.
  • On alternate weeks, this cruise is offered in reverse.

 

 


Imagine cruising right through the heart of Paris! Both of these cruises on La Nouvelle Etoile start or end in Paris - how romantic!


Champagne & Brie Cruise
Paris to Epernay
Cruise Highlights


 

  • Experience a glorious week of cheese and wine tasting while cruising along the Marne, one of the most beautiful rivers in France.
  • Cruise through the center of Paris past Notre Dame and discover the magnificent Chateau of Vaux-le-Vicomte.
  • Enjoy wines and tasting various bries of a master cheese maker in Coulommiers, known as one of THE centers of brie cheese making.
  • Visit the vast cellars of Moet et Chandon for a private Champagne tasting.
  • Imagine the scenes of American battles in World War I at Chateau Thierry.
  • Explore the Abbey of Hautvilliers where monk Dom Perignon first made Champagne.
  • On alternate weeks, this cruise is offered in reverse.

 

Floor Plan

 Ultra deluxe La Nouvelle Etoile boasts 4 luxury suites, elegant salon and bar with piano, satellite TV, internet access and jacuzzi on deck - wow!

Invite your friends to the vacation of a lifetime!