Finesse
8 passenger Luxury
Finesse Deck Plan
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Description
This elegant barge is the sister ship to Enchante (located on the Canal du Midi), and both barges are owned by the talented Roger and Louisa Gronow, who have been in the barging industry since 1995, and 1998, respectively. Now managing the barge from land, the Gronows oversee everything from the crew, cuisine, and excursions to ensure a flawless cruise.
Finesse is a double-decker hotel barge that was built to exacting standards with luxury in mind, enhanced by her modern public areas and very spacious cabin suite accommodation.
The well-designed public areas include a saloon with contemporary furnishings and panoramic windows where the emphasis is on making the most of the natural light. There is also a demonstration galley where guests can watch their chef preparing delicious gourmet meals. Outside, guests can relax on the large sun deck with its alfresco dining area, comfortable seating and spa pool.
The four cabin suites, which can be in twin or double-bedded configuration, are very spacious (approx. 265sq ft including en suite), each one air-conditioned and with a beautifully appointed shower room.
Finesse is the perfect vessel on which to cruise the meandering waterways of Southern Burgundy past vineyards and charming canal side villages, and to discover fascinating places along the way such as Autun, Beaune and Dijon.
Cruise Highlights
Visit Clos de Vougeot, home of the Chevaliers du Tastevin
Tour and private wine tasting at Château de Chamirey in Mercurey
Visit to Beaune, including Hôtel-Dieu Hospice
Visit to the ancient roman city of Autun
Lunch in the beautiful setting of the Puligny & Chassagne Montrachet vineyards
Excellent opportunities for walking and biking. “Biking Plus” option available
General Information
Length: 128 feet
8 Passengers
5 crew
four twin/double suites 265 Sq ft including ensuites
Demonstration galley
Fully air conditioned
Central heat
Sun Deck and spa pool
8 tour bikes
WiFi
Telescope
Guest computer
CD player/iPod deck
Air conditioned mini bus for tours
2022 Sunday Departure Dates
Value Season
Mar 27
Apr 3, 10, 17, 24
July 17, 24, 31
Aug 7, 14, 21
Oct 9, 23
Regular Season
May 1, 8, 15, 22
Jun 5, 12, 19, 26
Jul 3, 10
Aug 28
Sep 4, 11, 18, 25
Oct 2
2022 Sunday Departure Dates
Value Season
Mar 19, 26
Apr 2, 9, 16, 23
Jul 16, 23, 30
Aug 6, 13, 20
Oct 8, 15, 22
Regular Season
Apr 30
May 7, 14, 21, 28
Jun 4, 11, 18, 25
Jul 2, 9
Aug 27
Sep 3, 10, 17, 24
Oct 1
Accommodations & Pricing 2022 and 2023
Suite per person
$7,250. Value
$8,550. Regular
Single Supplement per person
$2650. Value
$3,100. Regular
Charter up to 6 pax.
$50,400. Value
$58,900. Regular
Charter up to 7 pax.
$52,200. Value
$61,200. Regular
Charter up to 8 pax.
$54,000. Value
$63,500. Regular
Sample Itinerary
Sunday
St-Julien-sur-Dheune
Guests are met in Dijon* and transferred by air-conditioned minibus to Finesse for a Champagne Welcome and the opportunity to meet the crew. Then there is time to wander along the towpath and admire the classic Burgundy scenery before dinner on board.
Monday
St-Julien-sur-Dheune to St-Léger-sur-Dheune
This morning, we begin our voyage through Southern Burgundy along the Canal du Centre through undulating countryside to moor at the little village of St-Leger-sur-Dheune. We descend a series of 11 locks while cruising past the villages along the way. After lunch on board, we visit the 14th century Château de Germolles, the best preserved of the residences of the Dukes of Burgundy, with its ducal chapel, medieval wall paintings and romantic gardens Dinner on board.
Autun Cathedral
Tuesday
St-Léger-sur-Dheune to Remigny
This morning, we head to Autun, founded by the Romans as Augustodunum it has retained many of its original Antique monuments such as Roman gates, ruins of a Temple and a 17,000 seat amphitheatre. We return to the barge for lunch, then we cruise to the rural setting of Remigny, passing along the route picturesque Burgundian villages such as the famous wine-producing village of Santenay. Dinner on board.
Finesse itinerary map
Wednesday
Remigny to Rully
After breakfast, we set off on a drive through the Côte de Beaune vineyards to the town of Beaune itself, capital of Burgundy wine country where we visit the fascinating 15th century Hôtel-Dieu Hospice and explore the quaint shops of the town, before enjoying a gastronomic lunch in the heart of Puligny & Chassagne Montrachet vineyards at the restaurant Le Montrachet. After lunch, we return to the barge for an afternoon cruise past the charming little town of Chagny, to our mooring near the village of Rully. Dinner on board.
Thursday
Rully to Fragnes
This morning, we continue our cruise along the Canal du Centre at a leisurely pace to moor at the village of Fragnes. There are perfect opportunities to walk or cycle along the towpath en route. In the afternoon we escort you on a winery tour and private tasting to the delightful 17th century Château de Chamirey in Mercurey, owned by the Devillard family for five generations. Dinner on board.
Beaune
Friday
Fragnes to St-Jean-de-Losne
This morning, the barge leaves the winding canal to join the peaceful River Saône, passing delightful little ports such as Seurre and Verdun-sur-le-Doubs en route, to arrive at St-Jean-de-Losne. After lunch on board, we take a walking tour of old Dijon**, gastronomic capital of France with its mustard shops and home to the impressive Notre-Dame de Dijon. You might also wish to enjoy some excellent shopping time. Farewell Dinner on board.
Saturday
St-Jean-de-Losne
After breakfast, guests are transferred by private chauffeured minibus to their choice of location in Dijon*.
This is a sample itinerary and is subject to change. On alternate weeks the cruise is in the reverse direction.*other locations available for private charter bookings
** Charter groups may wish instead to visit the 12thC. Chateau Clos de Vougeot, headquarters of the famous Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin, if Dijon is their pick-up location. This can be discussed with the Captain once on-board.
Your Cruise Includes
Transfers to and from the hotel barge, the approximate transfer duration is 50 minutes Dijon (3h 15m for Paris offered for whole boat charter bookings only), a luxury 6 night cruise, all meals on board catered for by the on board Master Chef, an open bar 24/7 with a large range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, all wines served throughout the cruise, excursions and admittance fees as per the itinerary, the services of 5 crew and use of barge facilities, which include bicycles and a spa pool.
Not Included
Air or train fares to France
National and international transport to Bordeaux
Tips for the crew or tourist guide (8% of the cruise price) handled via the Captain in one sum
Personal spending
Activities outside the confines of the barge
Cancellation and travel insurance (strongly recommended)
Health/accident insurance (strongly recommended)
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