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Our barges were built with you in mind. There's no sense of being 'just one of the crowd' on a barge cruise, with a small number of guests, no more than 22 on each sailing, and a dedicated and efficient crew to see to your every need. While this gives your holiday an intimate feel, as if you're sharing the experience with friends, not strangers, it doesn't mean you can't enjoy a little 'me' time.

Small yet perfectly formed, each barge features a terrace with loungers and a hot tub. On the deck below is the spacious restaurant and a separate lounge area, where you can enjoy a drink from the bar throughout the day and well into the evening. Your cabin is your own personal place of retreat and you can stay connected with the outside world via the on-board Wi-Fi system.

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Waterways of The Yonne, Paris & The Petite Seine by Barge
4.3 stars(36 reviews)
2025SepOct
2026MayJunSep

Glide along the Seine and its tributaries - the Yonne and Loing Rivers - taking in picturesque villages, medieval churches, and lichen-draped forests on this barge cruise. We start by admiring the beauty of Paris by night, cruising along canals and below bridges that larger ships cannot navigate. Heading downstream from here, delightful river...

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Secrets of Provence
4.4 stars(43 reviews)
2025Sep
2026MayJunJulSep

This fabulous barge cruise brings you the very best of France's elegant Provence region. Uncover the region's hidden gems, from Étang De Thau's shellfish to the medieval treasures of Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert. With each stop, we dive into the heart of Provence. Visit an authentic 'manade' farm, explore medieval Aigues-Mortes, and witness the wild...

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Waterways of Alsace & Lorraine
4.6 stars(62 reviews)
2025Sep
2026MayJunSep

On this all-inclusive barge cruise, explore the hidden gems of Alsace and Lorraine, discovering many sights that lie off the beaten path. With visits to the medieval towns of Saverne and Sarrebourg, we sail along these scenic waterways. Starting in the charming city of Strasbourg, we set sail on a panoramic boat tour by historic districts draped...

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Waterways of Burgundy
4.2 stars(31 reviews)
2025Aug
2026Aug

Sail along its picturesque waterways of Burgundy, soaking up the views and savouring the local produce this famed French wine region. Embrace the joys of slow travel aboard a comfortable barge, enjoying visits to attractive riverside towns and exploring with expert guides. Journey along the Grand Crus Wine Circuit whose vineyards produce the...

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Secrets of Provence
18/Jun
Bethel Lalich
5 stars
“Just loved everything about this holiday - how smoothly and efficiently everything was run, the amazing meals, the concern of the crew, just everything. This was my first Great Rail trip, and if that’s what they are all like, I will always choose Great Rail for my holidays where possible.
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Waterways of Burgundy
02 Oct 2024
Mr richard garrard
5 stars
“Actual Barge trip was brilliant - good food, excellent service & staff. Gelled well as a group of passengers & had a really good time. Originally the outward Eurostar was for 9.31 so we booked an overnight stay in a hotel on a non-refundable basis. Train time was changed to...
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Waterways of Alsace & Lorraine
15/Jun
Gay Leaker
4 stars
“Very, very enjoyable. Almost perfect. Spoiled by the early start at St Pancras then long wait in Paris.
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Waterways of The Yonne, Paris & The Petite Seine by Barge
30/May
Mr Michael Walker
4 stars
“A very enjoyable holiday which lived up to our expectations. Very nice/good dining experiences each day - especially the Gala Dinner.
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