Barge Cruises in the Upper Loire

Barge cruises in the Upper Loire enjoy relaxed country life, elegant chateaux, green valleys and the fine wines of Sancerre and Pouilly Fume. The Canal Lateral a la Loire runs parallel with the Loire River and meanders through green valleys dotted with medieval villages. The Upper Loire is known as the gateway to the magnificent Loire chateaux and wine region. The Briare Canal is most well known for its famous aqueduct designed by Gustave Eiffel. 
 

UPPER LOIRE

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Hirondelle carries 8 passengers and cruises in the Upper Loire and Burgundy

 Hirondelle
8 passengers
Deluxe

Upper Loire		 Cabin Bookings
$5150 per person

Charter Prices - Full Board
$36,000 - $41,000

HIRONDELLE is a lovely, comfortable barge well deserving of its excellent reputation. It has an intimate feel ideal for the French canals. The contemporary décor is warm with designer fabrics. Note the 3 twin cabins have beds placed in a fixed L-shape. The bow cabin is the largest with queen or twin beds. Cabins are 123-140 sq. ft. Cabins are on the main deck making them easily accessible. A large sundeck has comfortable chairs and table for outdoor dining.

La Nouvelle Etoile cruises in the Upper Loire late June and early July La Nouvelle Etoile
8 passengers
Ultra Deluxe

Upper Loire
Late June, early July		 Cabin Bookings
$6900 per person
2 cabin minimum

Charter Price - Full Board
$52,900

LA NOUVELLE ETOILE is a state-of-the-art ultra deluxe barge owned and operated by experienced hosts Jan and Diana Meijer. Wheelchair access, double sinks, oversized showers, elevator, computers, washer and dryer make this passenger friendly and luxurious. For an exquisite barge experience, this is one of the best. Suites are approximately 200 sq. ft.

Meanderer is a light and spacious 6 passenger deluxe barge Meanderer
6 passengers
Deluxe

Upper Loire		 Cabin Bookings
$4950 - $5430 per person
2 cabins required

Charter Prices - Full Board
$27,900 - $31,400

MEANDERER is a beautiful spacious barge on a very pretty, rural canal with quaint villages. The barge has a large sundeck with hot tub, open salon and dining area with bright cabins of approximately 125 sq. ft. Owners George and Susan are friendly hosts and love showing guests the Upper Loire region where they have become expert guides. The experienced chef on board provides gourmet dining where meals are gladly adjusted to suit dietary needs.

Renaissance has 4 large suites and cruises in the Upper Loire Renaissance
8 passengers
Ultra Deluxe

Upper Loire		 Cabin Bookings
$5690 - $6750 per person

Charter Prices - Full Board
$40,000 - $51,000

RENAISSANCE's spacious interior is decorated in the Provencal style with large suites of 280 sq. ft. The well appointed living areas are extremely comfortable with sink in sofas, a fireplace for chilly nights, a well stocked bar and hot tub on deck. The partially covered sundeck is ideal for outdoor dining. The Upper Loire is a lovely, rural route with small villages, rolling green pastures and plenty of opportunity for biking and walking.