HOT OFFER!

CRUISE THROUGH THE HEART OF BURGUNDY & SAVE ALMOST $3000

7-days / 6-nights from Dijon to St Leger. Depart aboard the hotel barge Caprice from Dijon to St Leger on 20^th August 2011 and two passengers sharing a cabin can travel for the price of one - that's a saving of $2995 per cabin on this departure date only.

Cruise specialists Outdoor Travel (based in Bright, Victoria) offer the Heart of Burgundy cruise travelling the Burgundy Canal - one of the oldest in France - to join the Saone River with access the region's finest scenery and vineyards.

Cruise highlights can include a guided tour of Dijon, a visit to St Jean de Losne, the 12^th century monks winery of Clos de Vougeot, wine tasting at Nuit St George, a walking tour of Seurre, the medieval town of Chalon Sur Saone (ideal for shopping), the picturesque village of Chagny, a visit to the 12^th century Chateau of Rully with a wine tasting and guided tour of the property and a tour of historic Beaune, the capital of the Burgundy vineyards.

With just 9-twin, a double & a single cabin the barge is accompanied by an air-conditioned bus giving access to sightseeing destinations each day in many of the smaller towns, villages, charming French chateaux or vineyards of Burgundy.

These all-inclusive cruises offer a high standard of meals prepared by an onboard chef serving traditional and regional cuisine with local wines and cheeses.  In the afternoon or early evening there is an opportunity to take a stroll or bike ride along the towpaths or perhaps a guided city-walk or a host of other activities.

You unpack once and come 'home' each afternoon to your comfortable cabin with your own bathroom.

Spaces are limited on this discounted departure on a first come first served basis

Other departure dates & other offers also available. The following week 27^th August 2011 we have 4-twin cabins available with a 30% discount on the normal rate from St Leger to Dijon.

For more information call us today on 1800 331 582 or email to make a reservation

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If you have ever driven in France and come across a canal with a barge passing by, you will have been consumed by Barge Envy!

What a wonderful, leisurely way to see the French countryside. Better still, Bike & Barge cruising combines two popular ways of exploring Europe (cycling and river cruising), these tours allow partners of different abilities and interests to holiday together (tours are just as interesting for non-cycling partners, leisure cyclist OR cycling enthusiasts), you unpack once, come 'home' each night to a wonderful meal and a comfortable cabin with your own bathroom.  Well-maintained multi-geared bikes are provided (you can bring your own if you prefer). The cycling is fascinating and varied with free time at each day's destination.

Lafayette is a classic Dutch passenger barge converted to accommodate passengers in comfort and style with spacious public areas and lots of natural light.  The barge offers an air-conditioned saloon and bar area with comfortable sofas and armchairs and a separate dining room, all with large picture windows. There is a sundeck at the bow with tables and chairs.

There are eleven comfortable air-conditioned twin cabins (@ 8-sq metres) all with portholes for up to 22 guests

The cycling and cruising itinerary winds its way through the scenic backroads and calm waters of the Camargue and along the River Rhone in the glorious south of France.  Known for its wildlife flocks of pink flamingos, pelicans, cormorants and other sea-birds abound.  Here we discover the traditional bulls bred for the bullrings, the horses and Camargue cowboys, the flamenco music of the gypsies, fields of rice, sunflowers and salt farms.  An area rich in history and art we see many reminders of the might of the Roman Empire and the inspirational landscapes that attracted many 'impressionist' painters including Vincent Van Gogh.

Space is limited to just 11 cabins on each departure date in September 2011:

FRANCE - CRUISING PROVENCE and THE RHONE RIVER DELTA

From Avignon to the Roman City of Arles and the National parks of the Camargue or return

Duration:        8-days / 7-nights

Departs:         Saturday 3rd, 10th, 17th or 24th September 2011

From:              Avignon to Aigues Mortes or return

Cost:               AU$1590 per person twin share (plus $50 harbour fees paid locally). Single cabins on request

Includes:        Cabin accommodation for 7-nights with private bathroom, full board (ie breakfast, packed lunch, dinner each day), bed linen and towels, cycle hire (we recommend you bring your own helmet) & tour guide, route information pack with maps, tea and coffee on board.

Not Included: Entrance fees, transfer to/from barge, drinks on board, travel insurance, personal expenses

Highlights:     The Rhone Delta and the marshlands of the Camargue with its flamingos, bulls and wild horses, ancient churches and Roman history, Van Gogh's Arles, the mediaeval village of Les Baux and wines of Châteuaneuf-du-Pape.

Call 1800 331 582, Outdoor Travel.