b'OUR EXCURSIONSIf sipping champagne straight from the producers cellars after a relaxed days sailing sounds appealing, this type of cruising might be exactly what youre after. France is a gastros paradise, and no holiday there would be complete without exploring the culture surrounding some of Europes most celebrated - and best-loved - produce. Our barge cruises take in visits to cheesemakers, food and wine pairings, tastings, and winery tours of local, family-run establishments and world-famous producers alike.As our canal barges are much smaller than river cruisers, we can moor at towns that larger ships cant reach. Discover picturesque market towns and villages away from the tourist crowds, cobbled old streets and terracotta-topped roofs, and people watch whilst sipping a caf au lait at that perfect town-square cafe youll remember for years to come. OUR BARGESDown time is important, even on holiday. Thats why our canal barges are designed to leave you feeling comfortable and relaxed. Carrying an intimate 22 passengers,our canal barges are specially designed for smaller group sailings away from Frances major rivers. Cabins are comfortable and well equipped, with en-suite bathrooms, Wi-Fi, air-conditioning and a television with UK channels. Other facilities include an free bar (so youre never short of a nightcap to sip as you enjoy the quiet of the countryside), and a restaurant which serves three meals a day as we sail. The barge is staffed by a friendly and English-speaking crew, wholl be on-hand 24/7 to make sure everythings going well and share some fascinating stories on the history of the waterways as you sail. 84'