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Summary
Elegant, graceful, superbly appointed and super-spacious, the Belmond Fleur de Lys cruises the classic Burgundy route through France’s Cote d’Or – the home of the Grand Crus and Premier Crus wines. Fleur de Lys offers the best of Belmond luxury hotel barge cruising.
The salon is stately, with sumptuous Indian furnishings and a grand piano, and a separate elegant dining room provides the perfect setting for exquisite candlelit dinners. The suites are large and beautifully furnished, and menus and itineraries are designed to suit; all in all, everything you could possibly expect from one of the top luxury hotel barges in the world.
Key Features
- Grand Luxe class (6*)
- Part of the Belmond luxury fleet
- Cruise in southern Burgundy
- Charter and cabin bookings, 6 nights, 7 days, March to October
- 6 guests / 3 king-size canopied four-poster bed suites
- Individually controlled air conditioning and heating throughout
- Full board, on-board dining with personal chef
- Upper deck with open dining area, loungers, canopy and heated pool
The Classic Cruise — Fleur de Lys
Classic Cruise Itinerary
| Route | Dijon to St Leger, Canal de Bourgogne, Saône river and Canal du Centre |
| Pick-up | Pick up in Paris for First Class transfer to the barge |
| Dining | All inclusive | 6 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 6 dinners on board. One lunch at local restaurant |
Burgundy Cruise Highlights
- Wine tasting at the Clos de Vougeot, of Chevaliers du Tastevin fame
- Walking tour of Dijon – see the Ducal Palace and lively market
- Excursion to Beaune and the famous Hôtel-Dieu, Hospice de Beaune
- Explore the Châteaux of Pommard and Rully
- Relax on deck or walk and cycle alongside Fleur de Lys
Special Grand Cru Cruise
Fleur de Lys is offering a Grand Cru departure: one week, charter only, 16 July 2023.
– Sample each of the 33 Grands Crus of Burgundy, including Bonne Mares, Clos de Vougeot and, exceptionally, La Romanée-Conti.
– Winemakers from Grand Cru domaines will host private tastings as well as gourmet dinner parties in their own cellars or aboard Fleur de Lys.
Please enquire.
Day 1 — Sunday
Depart Paris, arrive in Dijon
Board the barge at Dijon’s Port du Canal for your cruise through Burgundy. You’re welcomed aboard with a sparkling champagne reception and the chance to meet the crew. Later, enjoy your first gourmet dining experience on board.
Day 2 — Monday
Cruise to Longecourt | Excursion to Château Clos de Vougeot and wine tasting
This morning, relax into life on the water as we cruise gently out of Dijon and continue along the Burgundy Canal to the small town of Longecourt. After lunch, alight with your guide for a drive down the famous Route des Grands Crus, passing through the villages of the Côte d’Or.
Stop to visit the historic Clos de Vougeot, where Cistercian monks first began making wine in the 12th century. The ancient château is now the headquarters of the celebrated Burgundian wine society, the Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin, and still houses the ancient cellar and wine presses from medieval times. After your visit, enjoy a private wine tasting at a renowned Gevrey Chambertin producer before returning to the barge for dinner.
Day 3 — Tuesday
Cruise to St Jean de Losne | Excursion to Dijon and its market
After breakfast, you’re driven to Dijon for a walking tour. Visit the Ducal Palace, seat of the great medieval dukes of Burgundy. Browse the famous covered market designed by Eiffel and pick out some local produce and regional specialities. Return to the boat to enjoy a leisurely lunch featuring the ingredients from your market visit as you cruise to St-Jean-de-Losne, the barging capital of France. After dinner or early tomorrow morning, take the opportunity to stroll around the port and admire the many working and pleasure barges. Dinner is served on board.
Day 4 — Wednesday
Cruise to Fragnes | Excursion to Beaune
Today the barge leaves the canal and cruises down the broad, majestic Saône river. Enjoy lunch on board before entering the Canal du Centre through the impressive, 10-metre-deep Crissey lock. Experience the first stretch of this beautiful, winding canal as we meander to our mooring in pretty Fragnes.
After lunch, embark on a short drive to Beaune, the wine capital of Burgundy. Enjoy a private visit to the cellars of Joseph Drouhin, which run beneath the town and visit the 15th-century Hôtel-Dieu. Venture behind its splendid gothic façade, varnished roof tiles and flamboyant colours to discover 500 years of Burgundian history. Stroll around the town’s cobbled streets and browse the inviting shops before returning to the barge for dinner.
Day 5 — Thursday
Cruise to Chagny | Discover the Château de Pommard and wine-tasting
Enjoy a leisurely morning cruise along the Canal du Centre. Take advantage of the unhurried pace to alight at a lock and cycle or walk alongside the barge.
Today, you’ll enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before an afternoon tour of the cellars at Château de Pommard and a wine tasting. Return to the boat for cocktails on deck. Tonight, dinner is served on board.
Day 6 — Friday
Cruise to St Léger sur Dheune | Tour of Château Rully and wine-tasting
This morning, as we glide gently towards the attractive village of St-Léger-sur-Dheune, our final destination. Look out for the Santenay vineyards, the most southern of the Côte de Beaune.
After lunch, disembark for a short drive to Château de Rully, set among picturesque vineyards. You’ll be welcomed by the Count, who will show you around his magnificent medieval castle and share intriguing stories of his ancestors. Before returning to the barge, visit a distinguished local vineyard and sample the vinous delights of the Côte de Beaune. Back on the barge, your chef is busy preparing your farewell gala dinner.
Day 7 — Saturday
Departure from St Léger
Please check out this morning by 09:00.
Following breakfast, the crew bids you farewell as you disembark for your onward travel arrangements.
Please note: This is a sample itinerary only and will be confirmed before departure. In exceptional circumstances it may be necessary to alter the route without prior notice. On alternate weeks Fleur de Lys runs in the reverse direction.
“The entire Fleur de Lys crew was exceptional. We so appreciated Bev, Callum and all the others. The barge itself is very charming, I would recommend it to anyone.”
TM, USA 2022
“The Belmond barge was outstanding. We had 6 members of crew who went out of their way to make the trip really special. We had amazing excursions that were suitable for all the family. The menu was out of this world and they accommodated our fussy sons and clam obsessed daughter too! They were extremely well prepared for us, and made every single minute special – thank you!!! We couldn’t speak highly enough about them all! We will certainly go back, as I think my parents would love to join us next time too!”
Accommodations and Facilities
- Dimensions: 129ft (39m) x 16.5ft (5m)
- 3 suites of over 260 sq ft including the ensuite bathrooms
Each cabin has a king size double canopied four-poster bed, or twin beds - The main deck stateroom (perfect for those less inclined to use stairs) has a bathroom with shower and the two staterooms on the lower deck have a bath and shower. Each bathroom has two hand basins and WC, toiletries, hairdryer, bathrobe for each guest and heated towel rail
- All upper windows open
Lower windows may be opened but not while cruising and only with the captain’s permission when moored
Other items on board:
- Expert and professional English-speaking crew of 6
- Computer for guest use and Wifi (may be limited in some areas), writing desk
- HiFi/stereo and CDs, DVD player and DVDs
- Bose iPod docking station
- Grand piano
- 6 bicycles
- Heated plunge pool
- Air-conditioned executive minibus for transfers and excursions
Facilities At A Glance
Fine Wines — Fine Dining
We welcome you on board for a fabulous week’s gourmet wining and dining. You’ll share delicious meals with your family and friends, with perfectly paired wines and tastes to savour and remember. Great care and expertise is taken in planning the menus aboard Belmond Fleur de Lys.
All meals on board are freshly prepared by your Cordon Bleu trained chef with fresh ingredients using local suppliers. They are served either in the dining room or up on deck, accompanied by carefully matched wines from the region.
Vegetarian, pescatarian, vegan and non-allergenic dishes can be arranged given at least 8 weeks notice prior to departure.
Photo Gallery
Charter barge Fleur de Lys cruises in the Burgundy region
– [below] In the region: Besancon, River Saone, Canal de Bourgogne, Vandenesse-en-Auxois, Burgundy Route des Vins, Dijon, Macon –
Besancon ©M Akpovi | Beaune ©Michael Evans | Tasting ©bringingburgundytoyou.com| Others ©FW, wikimedia, n/a
Classic cruise rates and dates
All rates and prices will be confirmed at time of booking. Special Offers are available from time to time – contact us
What’s included:
6 nights accommodation
Return transfers from Paris
All meals and drinks on board
All excursion fees and associated transport
What’s not included:
Air fares and travel to the pick-up
Travel, medical and cancellation insurance
Crew gratuities (5-10% suggested)
Personal expenses
2023
Charter bookings only
Sunday to Saturday
Rates and dates
All pricing is dynamic and based on demand.
Low season rate weeks:
6 guest full charter: 42,528 EUR
Value season rate weeks:
6 guest full charter: 47,250 EUR
High season rate weeks:
8 guest full charter: 57,750 EUR
Peak season rate weeks:
8 guest full charter: 63,525 EUR
2024
Charter Bookings only
Sunday to Saturday
Rates and dates
All pricing is dynamic and based on demand.
Low season rate weeks:
6 guest full charter: 42,528 EUR
Value season rate weeks:
6 guest full charter: 47,250 EUR
High season rate weeks:
8 guest full charter: 57,750 EUR
Peak season rate weeks:
8 guest full charter: 63,525 EUR
Hotel Barge Enquiry
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We’ve explored the waterways of France on our own boat since 2003 and know each of the barges and their routes.
We’re independent, impartial and enthusiastic – and we are the only France cruising specialist that can offer you the benefits of our own in-depth cruising knowledge and experience.
We love France, we love the rivers and canals of France, we love hotel barging – and we love talking about all three!
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