ROI SOLEIL, an elegant 6 passenger ultra deluxe barge, cruises in Provence and The Camargue in the south of France.

ROI SOLEIL is a delight with its contemporary design, ultra deluxe accommodations, flexibility with charter itineraries and desire to make each week special for its guests. Captain Finnegan has been with Roi Soleil since its inauguration in 2000. Speaking four languages, he is much loved by guests and crew alike for his good humor and proficiency. You are indeed in good hands with Finnegan and his crew.

Cruise Highlights


On ultra deluxe Roi Soleil, not only do you dine on gourmet cuisine, you can watch the chef prepare the meal and ask questions too!

Dinner is Special Every Night

  • Quail Egg Canapés

    Aperitif :
    Muscat de Baumes de Venise,
    Domaine de Bernadin
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    Roasted Scallop & Chicory Tartlet's, Orange & Basil Fumet

    Wine:
    Domaine de La Jeanne, Cuvée Pistral, 1998
    Sauvignon Chardonnay Viognier
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    Braised, de-boned Lamb,
    Stuffed with miniature vegetables from the Luberon Valley

    Red Wine:
    Chateauneuf-du-Pape,
    Château Mont-Redon 1995
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    A local Soft Cheese Roasted in the oven & served with Walnut Oil
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    Hot Strawberry Soufflé with Roasted Almond Ice Cream

    Dessert Wine:
    Maury, 1998 Vintage Mas Amiel
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    Coffee - Fine Chocolates from St Remy de Provence - Fine Liquers

 


Highlights of a
Week on Roi Soleil
in Provence
between Avignon and Beziers


 

  • Roi Soleil customizes each charter cruise based on your interests. Some of the highlights might include:
  • Avignon and the Palace of Popes
  • Art lovers might enjoy Arles with its memories of Van Gogh and Cezanne, and Roman antiquities too
  • The antique houses of Isle sur Sorgues, local arts and crafts in picturesque villages of St. Quentin la Potterie, Uzès and St. Remy or tranquility at the Fontaines de Vaucluse.
  • The ancient town of Les Baux or Roman aqueduct of Pont du Gard.
  • A ranch in the Camargue with black bulls and wild white horses
  • Fishing port of Sete
  • Wine tastings in private cellars
  • With a specially designed open galley, guests are invited to cooking demonstrations open to all the foodies.  With a glass of regional wine in hand, you can watch the chef who is happy to explain his techniques.

The chef on Roi Soleil welcomes you as he prepares each meal. What an opportunity for food lovers to enjoy a glass of wine while watching the meal prepared.

Can you imagine yourself on board the ultra deluxe Roi Soleil enjoying a glass of champagne?

 

Itinerary


Provence and The Camargue
between Avignon and Beziers

The owners of Roi Soleil, Tracey & Guillaume de Perthuis, want you to have a cruise designed just for you. Whether your passion is for history, arts and crafts, adventure, village atmosphere, wine discovery or shopping ... your cruise onboard Roi Soleil will be personally tailored to your specific interests.

Your personal English/French speaking guide will take you in the spacious, air-conditioned VW Eurovan on the excursion of your choice – and his local connections can open doors to private visits for your group alone!

The Provence route is a symphony of diversity in sights, cultures and history. From Avignon, Roi Soleil cruises along the Rhone and Petit Rhone through Provence. The luxury river yacht glides along a tributary of the Rhone through the wild Camargue, the Lagoon of Thau dotted with sailing boats and oyster beds and along the Mediterranean. It eventually enters the Canal du Midi with its giant plane trees and oval locks. It truly is one of the most diverse cruises in all of France.

The highlights above are just some of the choices. The route will be reversed on alternate weeks.

Floor Plan

 

Roi Soleil provides the ultimate in elegance and comfort for your private getaway!