On our way to Alsace with Tim Hall
06/09/2021 · By Tour Manager
So, for the first time in a very long time, TimOnTheTrain is off on an International adventure.
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About the tour
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 in the soft glow of night. Each day brings new discoveries, from exploring the rich heritage of Truchtersheim to indulging in beer tasting at Villa Meteor.
Each day brings new discoveries, from exploring the rich heritage of Truchtersheim to indulging in beer tasting at Villa Meteor. Marvel at the medieval Haut-Barr Castle, perched high above the Alsace Plain, and experience the thrill of the "devil's bridge. Uncover a new Alsace treasure every day on this unforgettable French barge cruise.
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Itinerary
We meet our Tour Manager and the rest of our group at London St Pancras where our holiday begins. Aboard the Eurostar, we head to Paris and continue by rail to Strasbourg - the capital of the historical region of Alsace. The region is famous for its cuisine and the world-renowned wines from vineyards along the 'Route des Vins', making it a delightful holiday destination. From here, our coach takes us to our barge ship, home for the next seven days.
After dinner, we get the chance to take a panoramic boat ride through the city at night (subject to availability). Sailing through the famous district of Petite France, winding canals, charming houses with coloured, half-timbered walls and narrow alleyways float by. From the river, we see the Tanners Quarter, the Covered Bridges (Ponts Couverts) and the Panoramic Terrace on the Vauban Dam before continuing through the German Quarter.
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4.6 / 5 · 49 reviews
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Submitted 23 Sep 2023
It was as I expected
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Judith M
Submitted 18 Sep 2023
Very relaxing, enjoyable holiday. Food, prepared by the resident chef, was superb. Very interesting part of France with fascinating history and culture. Pootling along the canal through lovely countryside with a cocktail in hand will be an abiding memory. Highlight for me was the Chagall stained glass window. Not so great was the local restaurant where we had tarte flambé, a local specialty - very underwhelming. All in all, highly recommended.
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Anthony Trigg
Submitted 18 Sep 2023
Barge trip was great, especially the food. The chef was fantantic! Weather was hot and sunny; not sure how enjoyable it would have been in the rain, as half the enjoyment was from walking along the towpath. Boat crew were friendly and helpful, although a couple of them seemed a little distracted with other issues at times. The train journeys all went to plan, despite some confusion at the start with seat reservations. The walk between the French stations was not much fun, lugging cases through rather unsalubrious Paris streets in hot weather.. We went for an upgrade on the Eurostar - that was good. Having not done this sort of journey before, I found the the customs check quite intimidating, particulrly with the large number of people. I am used to airports but this seemed to be even more confusing at times. Overall, a gret trip
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Peter
Submitted 18 Sep 2023
Interesting and enjoyable holiday with excellent food
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John
Submitted 18 Sep 2023
The boat was excellent, very comfortable and relaxing. The onboard service was 5 star, the crew could not have been more friendly and helpful. The onboard meals were unbelievably good and the chef was incredibly talented. The prearranged excursions were all very good, interesting and not overly taxing - local guides were brilliant. Only two poor issues, which throw doubt on the ‘All Inclusive’ tag. Transfers between stations in Paris were done on the cheap, they were chaotic and unsafe. We ended up paying for our own taxi on the return trip. The only prearranged dinner off the boat was at a local restaurant in Saverne and it was appalling, literally four slices of cheese on toast and one glass of cheap plonk. In the end we paid for our own drinks. Good thing lunch was filling.
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Customer Judith Mccarty
Submitted 18 Sep 2023
Brilliant holiday. The barge, the food, the scenery and the weather were wonderful.
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