MEANDERER
Upper Loire Cruise Itinerary
The cruise itinerary is designed to allow as much
flexibility as possible. The following is an example of the tour
itinerary, but any specific group requirements will be accommodated for
charter bookings.
Sunday, Day 1
We collect you from your Paris hotel for transfer by private mini-bus to
Meanderer. A Champagne reception and early evening cruise await you.
Monday, Day 2
During the morning we cruise to Montcresson. After lunch the excursion
program begins with a visit to the busy town and spectacular palace of
Fontainbleau, home to generations of French royalty.
Tuesday, Day 3
Today's excursion takes us to Montargis with the week's best opportunity
to explore a busy market town, people-watch or shop for souvenirs and
exquisitely packaged confectionery from the famous Mazet Praline shop.
Our afternoon cruise takes us to the charming village of Chatillon
Coligny.
Wednesday, Day 4
This morning's excursion takes us to the splendid 16th century Chateau
of St. Fargeau. On return to the barge, our afternoon cruise to
Rogny-les-Sept-Ecluses includes a chance to walk the ancient 'staircase'
of locks, which stand as a monument to the old canal.
Thursday, Day 5
The daily excursion program continues with a visit to the town of Gien.
Set on the banks of the Loire river, the town holds many attractions
including the famous Faience Factory Museum and Boutique, the Hunting
Museum and the Chateau de Gien. We return to the barge for lunch and a
cruise to Ouzouer-sur-Trezee.
Friday, Day 6
The afternoon excursion takes us to the world famous wine region of
Sancerre with the opportunity to sample the local wine and explore the
charming hill top village. Today's cruise takes in the delightful
splendor of the world's longest aqueduct, crossing the River Loire.
Saturday, Day 7
This morning, after breakfast, we depart for the return transfer to
Paris.
NOTE: This is a sample itinerary and is subject to
change. On alternate weeks, cruises will be in reverse direction. |
