The Panache Hotel Barge is a first class barge that can accommodate a maximum of 12 passengers and 6 crew.
La Belle Epoque has a wonderful history. In her first life carried logs from Burgundy to Paris, but today she is transformed into a deluxe hotel barge carrying a very different cargo along the very same canal.
She has been designed with both elegance and passenger comfort in mind and her welcoming features include a wood-panelled saloon/dining room with bespoke, hand-built seating and a spacious sundeck with spa pool. The comfortable cabin accommodation comprises two junior suites and four staterooms and a choice of twin or double beds, all with marble en-suite facilities.
La Belle Epoque is the perfect vessel to take you on a gentle voyage of discovery through a region studded with traditions and history that go back centuries. As she meanders along the Burgundy Canal with its undulating countryside, you fill find that the towpath is always there for spot of walking or cycling.
CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS
Holland (March to early May)
Champagne (Late May and early June)
- Private tour and tasting at world renowned champagne house, Moët & Chandon
- Tour the majestic cathedral in Reims, where the Kings of France were once crowned
- Visit the boutique champagne house of Frerejean Frères and enjoy lunch in the family domaine
- Enjoy a private winery tour and tasting at Maison Pannier, the largest champagne house in the western Marne Valley
- Cruise the pretty River Marne past waterside vineyards
- Visit Château-Thierry, the scene of fierce battles in World War I, and Belleau Wood
Alsace & Lorraine (July to October)
- Tour the beautiful city of Strasbourg and visit its Gothic cathedral
- Explore the Route des Vins d’Alsace with a private wine tasting
- Experience an ascent or descent of the unique Arzviller boat elevator
- Visit the spectacular René Lalique Collection
- Tour of Sarrebourg including a visit to the Chagall chapel
- Enjoy a candlelit meal whilst cruising through the Arzviller tunnels
- Excellent opportunities for walking and biking. “Biking Plus” option available
Ship Facts
Guests: 12
Crew: 6
Length: 126 ft
Cabins: 2 x Twin/Double Junior Suites (150-165 sq ft ensuite): 4 x Twin/Double Staterooms (125-130 sq ft ensuite)
Air conditioning & central heating
Spa on deck
To learn more about the Panache Hotel Barge, or any or our European Waterways Cruises call our fabulous reservations team here in Australia on 1300 799 758.
We are available 7 days a week!