FLEUR DE LYS, a 6 passenger ultra deluxe barge, cruises the Canal de Bourgogne in ultra deluxe style, service and experience.

FLEUR DE LYS is a 6 passenger, one-of-a-kind boutique barge cruise that is a feast for the eyes. With its exotic and elegant décor, the ambiance is pure luxury combined with a relaxed atmosphere of comfort and warm hospitality. Large suites with dressing rooms are enhanced by the bright ensuite bathrooms with two sinks. The attentive staff of six cares for your every need while gourmet food and fine wines grace each meal.

Formerly a charter barge only, Fleur de Lys is now taking cabin bookings making it available to individual passengers. Cruising in southern Burgundy in the Cote d’Or wine region, this barge trip is ideal for wine lovers.

Cruise Highlights


Dining at it's finest aboard Fleur De Lys

 A Master Chef's Gourmet Menu
Regional Specialities
Foie Gras on Pain d Piece,
Roast Sweetcorn, Lobster w/ Spiced Butter Soup,
Rosemary and Garlic marinated Lamb Loin
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Wine Cellar
Chablis, Domaine Laroche, Epineuil, 
Nuit St-Georges, Vosne Romanée
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Cheese Board
Aisy Cendré, Bouton de Culotte, 
Epoisses, Ami du Chambertin

 

 

Highlights of a
Week on FLEUR DE LYS
Burgundy, France

  • Cruise pass the unspoiled villages and rural forested hills of the Valley of the Ouche
  • Wine tasting at the Clos de Vougeot, a medieval château in the heart of the famous Côte d'Or vineyards and headquarters of the Chevaliers du Tastevin
  • Walking tour of Dijon including a visit to the Ducal Palace and the colorful market
  • Lunch at the 12th century l'Abbaye de la Bussière, built in by the Cistercian monks from Citeaux.
  • Visit Beaune, capital of the wine region of Burgundy and the famous Hôtel-Dieu, Hospice de Beaune
  • Stroll through the medieval hilltop village of Châteauneuf-en-Auxois. Learn the long and interesting history of both the village and the château
  • Plenty of opportunity to relax on deck and watch the world peacefully float by

Gracious elegance aboard Fleur de Lys

Lunch and dinner are enjoyed in the dining room or on the sundeck

Itinerary

 

Cruising on FLEUR DE LYS
Burgundy Canal
Dijon to Escommes 

Sunday - Transfer to Dijon
Guests are met in Paris at a pre-arranged meeting point and driven to the Fleur de Lys in Dijon. A champagne reception welcomes you on board the barge moored at Dijon's Port du Canal for your cruise through Burgundy, and gives you a chance to meet the crew. A delicious dinner is served later that evening. 

Wine tasting in the cellars of VougeotMonday - Dijon to Fleurey-sur-Ouche Leaving Dijon, the canal follows the river Ouche where small-unspoiled villages and green, forested hills provide exceptional views from the deck. Spend the morning walking, or perhaps cycling along the tow path. This afternoon's excursion is a dégustation in Vougeot and a visit to "Clos de Vougeot", a medieval château and the headquarters of the Chevaliers du Tastevin, whose special label is awarded annually to the finest Côte d'Or vintages. The barge moors for the night in the small village of Fleury-sur-Ouche.

Tuesday -  Dijon to Fleurey-sur-Ouche to Gissey
After a wonderful French style breakfast, your guide takes you on a walking tour of Dijon including a visit to the Ducal Palace, the market and the Grey Poupon mustard shop. Enjoy some free time for shopping at the many wonderful shops in town, or perhaps just sit in one of the numerous outdoor cafés and simply watch the world go by. Return to the boat for lunch and an afternoon's cruise to the charming village of Gissey. This is a truly stunning part of the canal, sit back and watch the ever changing scenery glide by.

Wednesday - Gissey to La Bussière
Mid-morning, disembark the boat for a visit to l'Abbaye de la Bussière, which was built in the 12th century under the guidance of the Cistercian monks from Citeaux. Enjoy a tour of the grounds and have lunch in the one Michelin star restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the 15th century Château de Savigny-lès-Baunes set in its own vineyard and housing a huge collection of antique motorbikes, cars and planes.
 
Visit the historic Hospice de BeauneThursday - La Bussière to Pont d'Ouche
Relax with a morning cruise through the rolling hills of the Ouche Valley to Pont d'Ouche. After lunch, a visit to Beaune, capital of the wine region of Burgundy and the famous Hôtel-Dieu, Hospice de Beaune. There is free time for shopping or strolling through the cobbled streets of this lovely town. Sample some of the local wines before returning to the barge.

Friday - Pont d'Ouche to Escommes
Our final cruise of the week takes us to the countryside mooring of Escommes, then after lunch visit Châteauneuf-en-Auxois. This medieval village with its commanding views over the plains is a wonderful place for a visit. Both the village and the château have a long and interesting history. This is followed by a tour of the surrounding countryside. Meanwhile the chef is preparing your farewell gala dinner on board.

Saturday - Transfer to Dijon.
After breakfast, you’ll be chauffeured back to Paris.

*Note: The day-to-day itinerary described above is a typical cruise and is subject to change. On any one cruise, the moorings may change and the places visited may vary depending on the season and the passenger preferences.

Floor Plan

 3 king or twin suites from 260 to 320 sq. ft.

3 ensuite cabins, with poster style beds, dressing room and beautiful tiled bathroom.

Cruising on Fleur de Lys is an experience in ultra luxury and comfort