DISCOVER FRANCE

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BOAT (Barge)

9. DISCOVER A DIFFERENT FRANCE
A boating holiday is the most leisurely and stimulating way to enjoy the spectacular French countryside. Choose one of the most beautiful waterways, and explore at your own pace the charming towns and villages in the countryside, all filled with fascinating history. Each day will bring new excitement for the whole family.

Enjoy the freedom to explore some of the most beautiful waterways in the world at your own pace. River boat holidays offer a moment of rare and unique pleasure that you can share with your family and friends. You will relish these lazy moments of downstream boating as you take in the beauty of the views, the brightness of the colours and the joy of discovering them. It is a pleasure to be at the helm, in control of your own holiday. As you drift down the rivers and canals on your boat, you will discover new emotions and feel as if you are taking off for distant horizons.

What is so great about a boating (barging) holiday?

* You don't need any prior experience. Many holidaymakers are first-timers.
* Boats are extremely easy to handle.
* You can stop where and when you like, at a marina or in the countryside.
* It's also very easy to moor your boat.
* The chosen waterways are easy to navigate.
* Once on board your time is your own. You can cruise at your own pace, planning each day as it comes with the help of your detailed canal guide.
* The boats are hired out at week-end, mini-week or weekly rate, making a boating holiday excellent value for money.
* As an optional, you can rent bicycles to take on board. Cycles are the essential companion for your riverside rambles.

What are the boats like?
Every boat/barge has all the modern facilities you need on a comfortable holiday:

* a spacious lounge
* cabins offering absolute privacy
* showers with hot and cold running water
* a toilet
* a fully equipped kitchen, with oven and grill, a refrigerator and cupboards
* crockery, cutlery and bedding are included
* large windows offering excellent views of the passing countryside.
* Many boats have sun-roofs which can be opened and large sundecks.

What type of boats do we offer?
There is a host of different barges to choose from. Our fleet includes a choice of small or large, comfortable and luxurious barges which are fully equipped.

1. Eau Claire 930
Length: 9,30 m. Width: 3.57 m.
Sleeps 6 persons maximum: 2 double beds, 2 single beds
Ideal for 1 couple with 2 children or 2 couples

2. Eau Claire 930 luxe
Length: 9,30 m. Width: 3.57 m.
Sleeps 6 persons maximum: 2 double beds, 2 single beds
Ideal for 1 couple with 2 children or 2 couples

3. Eau Claire 1130
Length: 11,30 m. Width: 3.57 m.
Sleeps 9 persons maximum: 3 double beds, 3 single beds
Ideal for 2 couples with children or 3 couples

4. Eau Claire 1400
Length: 13,80 m. Width: 3.57 m.
Sleeps 9 persons maximum: 4 double beds, 1 single bed
Ideal for 2 couples with children or 4 couples

5. Rive 34
Length: 10,50 m. Width: 3.77 m.
Sleeps 6 persons maximum: 3 double beds, 2 of which are convertible into single beds
Ideal for 1 couple with children or 2 couples

6. Rive 40
Length: 11,740 m. Width: 3.96 m.
Sleeps 8 persons maximum: 4 double beds, 3 of which are convertible into single beds
Ideal for 2 couples with children or 3 couples

The areas and bases from where the boats depart:

* Bourgogne: bases from Saint Florentin, and Chirty les Mines
* Alsace: bases from Lagarde and Krafft
* Midi: bases from Colombiers and le Segala
* Camargue: base from Aigues Mortes
* Charente: base from Saint Savinien
* Maine Anjou: base from Chenille Changè and la Suze sur Sarthe
* Bretagne: base from Redon

THE DIFFERENT CRUISES

9.1 BOURGOGNE - Le Canal de Bourgogne

Bourgogne is a land with an epic past and it has been witness to decisive moments in the history of France. It is a land of flavours, with mythical wines and unique gastronomic delights. It is a land of adventure offering a variety of activities.

9.1.1 SAINT-FLORENTIN - TONNERRE Return Trip
An ideal route for a weekend discovery cruise

9.1.2 SAINT-FLORENTIN - TANLEY Return Trip
A short and relaxing week

9.1.3 SAINT-FLORENTIN - ANCY LE FRANC Return Trip
A week of waterbound adventure

9.1.4 SAINT-FLORENTIN - CHITRY LES MINES One-way
The Yonne and Nivernais treasures will be revealed during this one week cruise

9.2 ALSACE - Les Canaux d'Alsace

This may be the smallest region in France but it is bursting with cultural and natural attractions. It features two national parks, the Alsace plain, the Vosges mountains and numerous towns with untold, legendary charms. At the very heart of Europe, Alsace is a delight for all visitors.

9.2.1 LAGARDE - ARZWILLER Return Trip
An ideal cruise for a weekend discovery of Alsace

9.2.2 LAGARDE - NANCY Return Trip
A relaxing weekend to discover Lorraine

9.2.3 LAGARDE - LUTZELBOURG Return Trip
An exciting short-week to taste the delights of the region

9.2.3 LAGARDE - SAVERNE Return Trip
A week's holiday with a wealth of activities

9.2.4 LAGARDE - METZ Return Trip
A week-long discovery of Moselle

9.2.5 LAGARDE - SARRALBE Return Trip
Castles, mills, half-timbered houses throughout this week-long cruise

9.2.6 LAGARDE - KRAFFT One-way
A week-long discovery of the region and the warm welcome of the Alsace people

9.3 MIDI - Le Canal Du Midi & De la Robine

The region of the Midi lives in all ages. It s mediaeval heritage is to be found at Carcassonne, today's gastronomic delights await in Castelnaudary and the high-tech future is being built in Toulouse. Take in the flavours of the Midi and discover a region with a rich history and relax in the Mediterranean sun. Your cruise is a guaranteed escape into another world.

9.3.1 COLOMBIERS - LE SOMAIL Return Trip
Enjoy a weekend discovery of Midi

9.3.2 COLOMBIERS - PORT LA NOUVELLE Return Trip
A short week cruise under the sun of Midi

9.3.3 COLOMBIERS - HOMPS Return Trip
Navigate your way along the Canal du Midi for a short-week

9.3.4 COLOMBIERS - CARCASSONNE Return Trip
Take a week between Colombiers and Carcassonne

9.3.5 COLOMBIERS - LE SAGALA One-way
A relaxing week in Midi

9.4 CHARENTE - Le Cap vers l'Atl Antique

Charente has an amazingly rich heritage just waiting to be discovered. Prehistoric caves, Gallo-Roman sites, Romanesque churches and famous chateaux. Enjoy the peaceful landscapes, explore the unspoilt countryside and live in harmony with nature. Be sure not to miss the delicious regional specialities.

9.4.1 SAINT-SAVINIEN - DOMPIERRE-SUR-CHARENTE Return Trip
A weekend cruise to taste the pleasures of river life

9.4.2 SAINT-SAVINIEN - COGNAC Return Trip
A short week water tour through the Cognac region

9.4.3 SAINT-SAVINIEN - JARNAC Return Trip
A week of gastronomic delights and leisure on this beautiful river

9.5 MAINE-ANJOU - La mayenne, La Sarthe & L'Oudon

Discover the superb region of Maine-Anjou for a cruise over a weekend or one or two weeks. A gentle cruise will introduce you to all the secrets of the region and you will enjoy its special art de vivre.

9.5.1 CHENILE - CHATEAU-GONTIER Return Trip
A discovery weekend at Chateau-Gontier

9.5.2 CHENILE - LAVAL Return Trip
A week away from it all between Chenille-Change and Laval

9.6.3 CHENILE - MAYENNE Return Trip
Two relaxing weeks on board your boat

9.5.4 CHENILE - LA SUZE SUR SARTHE One-way
A week-long cruise full of discoveries

9.6 BRETAGNE - Nantes-Brest Canal, River Vilaine and the Ille and Rance Canal

In Brittany, there are over 400 miles of waterways, including both canals and rivers. It is an original way of exploring the region from within and of discovering the mysteries of a magical country with ancestral traditions.

Contact (012) 460 8382 for information about routes and rates

COMMERCIAL CONDITIONS

1. Special discount

5% for a 2 week cruise
7% for a 3 week (or more) cruise

2. Payment

A 40% deposit is payable at the confirmation of the cruise. Final payment is due at least 6 weeks before departure.

3. Cancellation conditions

More than 45 days before departure: 10% of the renting price + 100 Euros of administrative cost.
Between 44 and 30 days before departure: 50% of the renting price + 100 Euros of administrative cost
Less than 30 days before departure: 80% of the renting price+ 100 Euros of administrative cost
No show: 100% of the renting price

4. Standard company terms & conditions apply. Terms and conditions on request.

Please contact (012) 460 8382 for rates, or e-mail: info3@duto.co.za

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