Loire Valley
We offer discounts on all sailings.
'Le Bon Vivant' 'Le Bon Vivant' truly offers her guests a taste of the good life. Bask on her spacious sundeck. Feast from her kitchen, partaking of the fine wines and cheese produced in the valley whose waterways she cruises. From her deck, view the breathtaking Loire Valley, or disembark to discover a land of fine wines, quaint villages and stunning feats of engineering.

 
 
'Le Bon Vivant'   
 

 
Passengers: 8
Crew: 4
Length: 126 feet
Width: 16 feet
Cabins: 2 twin/king suites; 1 king suite and 1 queen suite, all outside facing staterooms with en-suite bathrooms

'Le Bon Vivant' - Loire Valley

Sunday.
Meet at the Paris hotel chosen by the chartering party at 2:00 pm and travel by private motorcoach to Montargis to board ‘Le Bon Vivant.’ After a welcome reception, enjoy a short cruise before dinner.

Monday.
Cruise from Amilly to Montbouy, an old Gallo-Roman site. Possible excursions include the magnificent Château de Fontainebleau and the Impressionist villages of Barbizon and Moret-sur-Loing.

Tuesday.
Cruise from Montbouy to Châtillon Coligny with its 12th-century château overlooking the town, built by the Count of Sancerre. Possible excursions include the Arboretum des Barres with more than 10,000 tree specimens and the beautiful Château la Bussières.

Wednesday.
Cruise from Châtillon Coligny to Rogny and moor at the foot of the staircase of seven locks, an impressive tribute to the engineers of the past. Possible excursions include Château de St-Fargeau and the town of Gien.

Thursday.
Cruise from Rogny to Ouzouer-sur-Trezee with its Gothic church and picturesque wooden houses. Possible excursions include the charming village of Sancerre and Briare with its museum dedicated to the porcelain buttons that made the town famous.

Friday.
Cruise from Ouzouer-sur-Trezee through the splendid aqueduct over the River Loire to the peaceful village of Châtillon-sur-Loire. Possible excursions include a wine tasting at Pouilly sur Loire and la Charité-sur-Loire with its ancient 11th-century abbey.

Saturday.
After breakfast, transfer back to Paris by private motorcoach.

 

Note: Excursions are tailor-made to suit the chartering party’s interests.
This route is run in reverse on alternate weeks.
 
April to October charter only $29,000

The Loire Valley
Cruise through the enchanting Loire Valley.

Introducing the
Nymphea

The Nymphea is a classic Dutch design, ideal for navigating the somewhat sandy river Cher. Her traditional interior has a warm décor of rich hardwoods and stained glass. Up to six passengers are welcomed on board, with three comfortable en suite cabins. The crew of three includes the Captain, an expert Chef and a Guide.

They are eager to share their love and knowledge of the beautiful Loire Valley,
its excellent wines and delectable cuisine.

Specifications
Length: 80 feet long
Crew: 3
Passengers: 6
Cabins: 3; one twin or double, 2 twins

Additional Features
Small group setting; Sun Deck; air-conditioned saloon; centrally heated; 6 touring bikes; air-conditioned minibus.

 

7 days • Paris/Paris
from $2390 cruise only

Charter ‡    (6 passengers)
$13,500
Limited to 6 Guests
All departures guaranteed

 

Call 1-800-640-4899 for River Cruise rates always lower than the cruise line

 

 With an Avalon Waterways cruise, you don't spend a lot of days at sea with short stops in between. You'll get to thoroughly explore the towns, villages and exotic scenery along the way.

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