Grand Victoria

6 Passenger - Luxury

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Description

Cruising the rivers and canals of Burgundy, the Grand Victoria offers a relaxing, scenic view of the countryside vineyards and picturesque châteaux of the Cote d’Or. Enjoy market fresh cuisine prepared by an onboard chef. Tour the many wineries dotting the countryside. See the historic sites in Dijon and Beaune. Relax and cruise on the water with a drink in hand, and see the world differently.

Recently refurbished, the Grand Victoria is an experience like no other. Luxuriously appointed cabins allow for the ultimate in comfort and a restful night of sleep. An onboard chef prepares fresh meals with local, market-purchased ingredients right on board, and an open bar will keep you satisfied, day and night.

You’ll feel right at home with us as you see the beauty of Burgundy from the water. Kick back, relax, and have a drink on deck as the world floats by. With numerous itineraries, the Hemingway is a bounty of adventures just waiting to be written by you.

Grand Victoria staterooms were crafted to ensure guests are provided with a luxurious sleep experience that includes all the must-haves. Our comfortable cabins are individually air conditioned and feature king sized beds, movie streaming and large screen televisions. A comfortable haven for a good night’s rest or just simply to relax.

For the more active crowd, we offer daily activities that include golfing, cycling, walking, and everything in between. Enjoy cycling along the Burgundy Canal, or perhaps a hot air balloon ride over the rolling hills, viewing châteaux and vineyards from above. Golf and/or wine intensive itineraries are just one of the many available options to you. Maybe even take a World War II jeep through the vineyards before tasting some of the finest wines Burgundy has to offer.

The Grand Victoria is dog-friendly, and will provide a doggy bed for our four-legged guests

General Information

Length: 128 feet
6 Passengers
6 crew
3 King or twin bedded 180 sq. ft cabins with en-suites that have walk-in showers
Windows that open in each cabin
6ft 5 inch ceilings in cabins 6"7 in public areas
individually controlled heated and air conditioned cabins
Flat-screen TVs and Apple iTV in each cabin
air conditioned mini-bus for tours
complimentary open bar
In-room safe
WiFi access in each cabin
spa tub
6 mountain bikes

Accommodations and Pricing 2022-2023

Value Season
Private Charter Max. 6 pax.: $45,900.
Private Charter Max. 5 pax.: $44,500.
Private Charter Max. 4 pax.: $43,900. Regular

Regular Season
Private Charter Max. 6 pax.: $49,900.
Private Charter Max. 5 pax.: $48,400.
Private Charter Max. 4 pax.: $47,900. Regular

Payment Schedule:
25% non-refundable deposit due to secure bookings. Final balance will be due 90 days prior to departure date. All payments are final

2022 Sunday Departure Dates

July 26 - Aug 13, 10, 17, 24, 31 Value Season
August 7, 14 Value Season
August 21, 28
September 4, 11, 18, 25
October 9, 16, 23

2023 Sunday Departure Dates

April 23, 30
May 7, 14, 21, 28
June 4, 11, 18, 25
July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 (Value season)
Aug 6 (Value season)
Aug 13, 20, 27
Sept 3, 10, 17, 24
Oct 1, 8, 15, 22

Sample Itinerary

Sunday

Paris to Auxonne
Our private driver meets you in Paris or Geneva to drive you to the Grand Victoria, moored in Auxonne to enjoy your French river cruise. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by our cheerful crew and experience our Grand Victoria welcome. While we get you checked in and the crew take your luggage to your stateroom, you’ll have the chance to sit and relax with our signature champagne welcome before your first of many incredible dinners on board.

Monday

Auxonne to St. Jean de Losne
We start our week with breakfast aboard, followed by your first burgundy river cruise down one of the prettiest stretches of the Saône. After a delightful al-fresco lunch on board (weather permitting), we depart for the historic Château du Clos de Vougeot, once the home of the Cistercian monks and their burgundy vineyards. This is a great excursion for Burgundy wine lovers and history buffs alike! Afterwards enjoy an informal private wine tasting at a renowned Côte d’Or cellar, before returning to the Grand Victoria. Enjoy cocktails and laughter on board, while the chef prepares a mouth-watering gourmet dinner.

Tuesday

St. Jean de Losne to Seurre
We depart the Grand Victoria in the morning for a walking tour of Dijon’s historic marketplace, designed by Gustav Eiffel himself. Mingle amongst the local shoppers and experience this traditional French market day. A short informal historic tour of the Ducal Palace, Notre Dame, and a 15th-century medieval shopping street will bring us to the Place du Bareuzai, where we’ll enjoy lunch with the locals at an authentic French bistro. After lunch, guests are welcome to explore Dijon’s many shopping options before enjoying a mustard tasting at the historic Maille Maison founded in 1747. We’ll return to the Grand Victoria for an afternoon of cruising down the scenic Saône River to the medieval village of Seurre.

Wednesday

Seurre to Chalon-sur-Saone
Guests can kick back and relax on our spacious deck as we spend this morning of your wine barge cruise in France floating down the majestic Saône River. Enjoy a magnificent lunch aboard before we venture off to tour the majestic Château de Rully. A medieval fortress built in the 12th century, located on the side of a hill, the castle overlooks its expansive vineyards. Visiting the castle will take you on a journey through French history. From there, it’s back to our mooring in Chalon-sur-Saone for cocktails and dinner. Feel free to take a stroll through the streets of the city, which once served as a port for Roman Emperor Constantius II and, more recently, as the birthplace of photography. Chalon is also a great city to explore by night, with a vibrant bar scene to check out!

Thursday

Chalon-sur-Saone to Fragnes
Embark on an early morning tour of the historic city of Beaune. Here we visit the famous Hotel Diêu. A hospital from the Middle Ages, the Hospices de Beaune is one of France’s most prestigious historic monuments. Its flamboyant Gothic architecture and its polychrome roofs make this museum one of Burgundy’s gems. The Hospices de Beaune is also famous for its prestigious wines, making this an exciting visit for wine lovers. We’ll enjoy lunch at a local Michelin Star restaurant before returning to the Grand Victoria for cocktails. Enjoy the views as we take a short afternoon cruise up the canal to the village of Fragnes. The adventurers in the group can ride one of our onboard bicycles, explore the towpaths along the Canal du Central. Happy hour starts a little earlier tonight with a selection of vinyl albums to take you back in time, while the chef prepares another culinary masterpiece.

Château de Meursault

Friday

Franges to Chagny
After breakfast on this day of your Burgundy canal barge cruise, we’ll depart on a morning cruise of the burgundy canal. After lunch, we will visit the famous Château de Pommard, a historic Château near Beaune dating back centuries. At Pommard, we’ll discover the true taste of Burgundy’s appellations, viticulture, and winemaking from the heart of the largest privately-owned clos in the Cote d’Or. After our tasting, we will return to the Grand Victoria, where guests have the opportunity to kick back with a cocktail or explore Chagny before our final dinner together.

Saturday

Chagny to Paris or Geneva
It’s our final morning together. Enjoy a delicious breakfast as you get ready to depart the Grand Victoria. Your private chauffeur arrives at 9:00 am to take you back to Paris or Geneva.

To learn more about our wine barge cruises in France, get in touch with us at Terri@euroescapes.com

Note: This is a sample itinerary and is subject to change. It runs in reverse on alternate weeks.

Your Cruise Includes:
6 nights/7 days in a luxurious cabin with a private bath, pick up and drop off to and from the barge in Paris or a designated meeting point (train station, local hotel, or car rental facility), all meals, open bar, daily escorted excursions and use of onboard bicycles.

Your cruise does not include:
Air to and from France, Golfing fees, tee times, club rentals etc
Massage, Spa Treatments
Rare, chateau bottled wines - (please notify us in advance of your request)
Crew Gratuities