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Bike and Barge Cruises: Our top recommendations for combining cycling and hotel barges in France, England, Scotland, Ireland, Holland, Belgium, or Germany.


Cycling enthusiasts,

Combine your passion for cycling with one of the most pampered ways to travel -- on a floating hotel on the canals and waterways of France, England, Scotland, Ireland, Holland, Belgium, or Germany.

Three great ways to embark on a bike-and-barge cruise: Here's a rundown on cycling and barging -- "bike and barge" -- opportunities for cyclists seeking an active cruise on the canals and waterways of France, Scotland, Holland, and Germany: (Call or email us for current year's and next year's prices)




APRES TOUT
(Deluxe, 6-passengers)

APRES TOUT
BARGE PHOTOS

Region(s): BURGUNDY: Canal de Bourgogne
2018 Price Per Person: $6,500 (USD)
2018 Price Per Charter: $39,000 (USD)

The 6-passenger APRES TOUT, offers a self-guided cycling charter itinerary on the Canal de Bourgogne, cruising from Pont d'Ouche to St Jean de Losne at its intersection with the Saone River. This special cycling enthusiasts cruise includes beautiful cycling routes of between 25 & 50 km including the Hautes Cotes and its forests & picturesque villages, the cycle route through the vineyards & famous villages of the Cote de Beaune, the route of the Grand Crus and the forest of Citeaux and the rural plain of the Saone river and historical towns. The cycling tour and barge cruise can be tailor-made with longer or shorter bike rides included in the program.

L'ART DE VIVRE
(First Class, 8-passengers)

L'ART DE VIVRE BARGE PHOTOS

Region(s): BURGUNDY: Canal du Nivernais
2018 Price Per Person: $4,490 - 5,250 (USD)
2018 Price Per Charter: $33,500 - 38,800 (USD)

The 8-passenger L'ART DE VIVRE, offers cycling itineraries for a full charter of 8 for the Regular Season. Professional cycles are available as an upgrade at extra cost on self-guided bike and barge cruises


CAROLINE
(First Class, 6-passengers)

CAROLINE
BARGE PHOTOS

Region(s): Canal du Midi
2018 Price Per Person: Charter Only
2018 Price Per Charter: $23,940 (USD)

The 6-passenger CAROLINE, offers self-guided cycling charters for two to six passengers, cruising on the historic Canal du Midi in the south of France.

FLEUR DE LYS
(Ultra Deluxe, 6-passengers)

FLEUR DE LYS BARGE PHOTOS

Region(s): BURGUNDY: Saone River, Canal de Bourgogne, Canal du Centre
2018 Price Per Person: Charter Only
2018 Price Per Charter: €39,888 - €49,860 (EUR)

The 6-passenger FLEUR DE LYS, offers a flexible itinerary that can include cycling excursions each day on the beautiful Canal de Bourgogne, Saone River and Canal du Centre. Your self-guided cycling program can be tailored to as much or as little cycling as you wish, and can include all passengers (a cycling charter) or just those passengers who wish to cycle. Other passengers who are not cycling may carry on with the planned itinerary and excursions. Six high quality bikes are available for guests. Avid cyclists may bring their own bikes (the barge will arrange to transport the cases to/from Fleur de Lys). High-end road bikes will be available for rentals (estimated cost is $450.00 per week)


MEANDERER
(Deluxe, 6-passengers)

MEANDERER BARGE PHOTOS

Region(s): UPPER LOIRE: Canal de Briare
2018 Price Per Person: $5,875 - 6,400 (USD)
2018 Price Per Charter: $33,750 - 36,600 (USD)

The 6-passenger MEANDERER, offers a fully supported, guided cycling charter on the beautiful Canal de Briare and the Canal Lateral a la Loire in the Upper Loire between Montargis and Sancerre. George and Susan, avid cyclists and owners of the Meanderer, will customize your itinerary to include their favorite destinations, for a week of exhilarating cycling and exploration. Six high quality bikes are available for guests. Avid cyclists may bring their own bikes (the barge will arrange to transport the cases to/from Meanderer). High-end road bikes will be available for rentals (estimated cost is $450.00 per week).


NYMPHEA
(First Class, 6-passengers)

NYMPHEA BARGE PHOTOS

Region(s): LOIRE VALLEY: Cher River
2018 Price Per Person: $4,550 (USD)
2018 Price Per Charter: $25,900 (USD)

The 6-passenger NYMPHEA, offers a fully guided cycling charter for up to 6 passengers cruising in the Loire Valley, including a cruise beneath the Chateau Chenonceaux. A cycle tour guide is available at an additional supplement of approximately $2,850


PAPILLON
(Deluxe, 6-passengers)

PAPILLON BARGE PHOTOS

Region(s): BURGUNDY: Canal de Bourgogne
2018 Price Per Person: $5,350 (USD)
2018 Price Per Charter: $31,500 (USD)

The 6-passenger LE PAPILLON, offers a fully guided cycling charter through the rolling hills of Burgundy. Join the Papillon's professional cycling tour guide for an intimate and personal bike tour of France's most renowned wine regions. Hybrid bikes are provided as well as a support vehicle, which is never far behind, ready to provide assistance or refreshments during your ride. Specialist riding enthusiasts can choose a Cannondale carbon frame road bike as an optional extra


LE PHENICIEN
(Deluxe, 18-passengers)

LE PHENICIEN BARGE PHOTOS

Region(s): PROVENCE: Rhone River, Canal du Rhone a Sete
2018 Price Per Person: $3,640 - 4,520 (USD)
2018 Price Per Charter: $58,945 - 74,270 (USD)

The 18-passenger LE PHENICIEN offers a self-guided cycling itinerary for regular season charter pricing for up to 18 passengers plus a per person cycling supplement for a custom-ordered bike and road book with itineraries Cruise in Provence on the beautiful Rhone River and on the Canal du Rhone a Sete.


Hotel Barges to Select for "On Your Own" Bike-and-Barge Cruises:



A flexible and lower cost option for more casual cycling, or bike and barge cruises, is to go barging on any of the hotel barges in France, England, Scotland, Ireland, Holland, Belgium, or Germany, and create your own customized cycle tour, with bicycles provided on board, and a friendly, knowledgeable crew to point you in the right direction and advise you on meeting points. There is a large range of barges to choose from (better yet, give us a call or email, and we'll help you make the best choice!))

Select any barge from any of the following, for your own custom cycle tour:


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This page last updated May 4, 2018