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The most beautiful châteaux of the Loire in a 5-day cruise aboard a paddlewheel barge

Main characteristics
Model of the boat: Péniche
Type:
Number of cabins: 48
Maximum capacity: 96 travelers
Crew members: 24

Cabin

Cat A - Double Cabin - Upper Deck
Cabin with two divisible beds, furnished terrace and sliding panoramic windows. Premium cabin location.
Cat A - Double Cabin - Upper Deck
Cabin with double bed, furnished terrace and panoramic sliding windows. Premium cabin location.
Cat B - Double Cabin - Upper Deck
Cabin with two divisible beds, furnished terrace and sliding panoramic windows. Cabin with "intermediate" location.
Cat B - PMR (Personnes à Mobilité Réduite) - Upper deck
Cabin with terrace and sliding panoramic windows. Cabin with "intermediate" location.
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NB: The photos, information and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The indicated itinerary and program may be modified without prior notice for technical reasons (decision of the captain).

Sailing itineraries

Nantes Saint-Nazaire
Boarding at 6:00 PM. Departure for a cruise towards Saint-Nazaire. Crew introduction and welcome... see+ cocktail. Lively evening. 
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Saint-Nazaire Nantes
In the morning, optional authentic excursion/experience: Saint-Nazaire, a city by the sea (Only... see+ available by pre-booking before departure. A valid ID will be required at the time of pre-booking as well as on-site on the day of the visit). This visit, full of surprises, will delight both young and old. In the heart of the submarine base, travel back in time. You will discover the fabulous adventure of transatlantic liners. Between reality and exceptional scenery, you will walk in the footsteps of past passengers, explore the decks, corridors, and cabins. A fascinating story. We will rejoin the boat in Saint-Nazaire.
Afternoon cruising towards Nantes. In the past, the Loire was one of the main trade and transport routes in France. In the 17th century, wine, coal, wood, cereals, and salt were transported along the river, contributing to the growth of many Loire Valley towns. Dancing evening on board. 
Activities: Optional services: Guided tour of the Saint-Nazaire shipyard, see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Nantes Ancenis Chalonnes-sur-Loire
Morning cruise towards Ancenis. The river is full of remarkable landscapes where wildlife and flora... see+ accompany you along the way. Take the opportunity to relax on the sun deck and admire the stunning scenery around you.
In the afternoon, optional excursions:
Authentic: The Muscadet wine route and the medieval village of Clisson. This itinerary is full of surprises, both in terms of landscapes and encounters. The Château de Cassemichère estate invites you to discover its vineyard steeped in history. The small town of Clisson is equally charming, showcasing a picturesque setting. The "Little Italy" of the Pays de la Loire will enchant you with its Tuscan ambiance, and you will enjoy the friendly atmosphere as you stroll through the narrow streets.
Experience: Helicopter flight over the Loire (Subject to availability at the time of booking and favorable weather conditions; pre-booking required before departure). Enjoy every second of the flight as you soar over breathtaking locations. You will spot the medieval tower of Oudon overlooking Ancenis, the Château de Clermont, once owned by Louis de Funès, the Île d’Or golf course beautifully situated along the Loire, and return via Champtoceaux, one of the most stunning viewpoints of the Loire.
Gala evening.
(The stop at Chalonnes-sur-Loire may be replaced by a stop at Ancenis.) 
Activities: Optional services: Helicopter flight: the Loire from the air, The Muscadet route, see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Chalonnes-sur-Loire Nantes
Departure by coach towards the Château d'Azay-le-Rideau. Built on an island in the middle of the... see+ Indre River, the building, as it stands today, was constructed during the reign of Francis I by a wealthy financier, Gilles Berthelot, who sought to combine Italian innovations with French architectural craftsmanship. Classified as a historic monument, the Château d'Azay-le-Rideau embodies all the refinement of an early French Renaissance château.
Continuation to Villandry for lunch.
In the afternoon, enjoy a walk through the gardens of the Château de Villandry: spread over three levels, they combine aesthetics, diversity, and harmony. Then, visit the Château de Villandry. Through its furnishings, decor, and atmosphere, it serves as a living testimony to French heritage. The Villandry estate has evolved over the centuries. Acquired by Jean Le Breton, it transformed from a medieval fortress into a residence enriched with Renaissance elements. In the 18th century, the Marquis de Castellane turned it into a comfortable and bright home, reflecting the art of living of the time. In the 19th century, it was saved by Joachim Carvallo and Ann Coleman, who restored it to its Renaissance state. Today, Henri Carvallo continues this legacy by combining preservation with the enhancement of the site. 
Activities: Includes: Day trip to the Loire castles, see+
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Lunch
Dinner
Nantes
Buffet breakfast on board. Disembarkation at 10am. End of our services.
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Option to privatize the boat on request
The price includes
Refined French cuisine
Gala dinner and evening
WIFI
Drinks included on board (excluding special cards)
Assistance / repatriation insurance
Port taxes
Bed linen, towels, shower gel and shampoo
The activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Drinks on special menus
Beverages taken with meals during excursions or transfers
Cancellation/luggage insurance
Routing
Transfers
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
Tips for guides and/or crew
Optional services
Flights not included in the program are available on request
Activities and excursions on request see+

Activities

Included
Not included $83 / pers.
Not included $287 / pers.
Not included $82 / pers.

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Cat B - Double Cabin - Main Deck
  • Cat B - Double Cabin - Main Deck
  • Cat C - Double Cabin - Upper Deck
  • Cat C - Double Cabin - Upper Deck
  • Cat B - Double Cabin - Upper Deck
  • Cat A - Double Cabin - Upper Deck
  • Privatization
Travelers: 2
Price for 2 people:
$2,909
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