French Barge Vacations

Ireland

The Shannon Princess follows the rivers gentle curves, passing crumbling ivy covered ruins, medieval garrisons, and sleepy market villages. Onwards heading, in the wake of time, floating by dappled woodlands & floodplain meadows. The ever-changing landscape slipping by, descending through Meelick lock and pausing as Portumna Swing Bridge is opened to allow the Shannon Princess onto idyllic Lough Derg. Moor waterside at the foot of a gentle hill that slopes up to Terryglass village. Explore this charming Hamlet before an afternoon guided excursion to Leap Castle, once the stronghold of the Princes of Ely, and reputed to be Ireland’s most haunted castle.

Holland

Discover charming Holland in the spring on our fantastic river cruise vacations! Holland is famous for a wide variety of spectacular tulips and you are immersed in a sea of vibrant colors strewn throughout the magnificent Keukenhof Gardens, leisurely stroll 80 acres of glorious scents to take awe-inspiring pictures. Holland has impressive cultural and artistic history fused with amazing modern architecture. Awe-inspiring windmills populate the maritime region on the North Sea and enthusiasts of culture travel to Holland to explore the Dutch cities.

Belgium

Belgium is located at the heart of Europe and among the front runners of attractive countries in Europe for foreign visitors with most unique destinations known for its amazing culture, architecture, food and diversity. Belgium greets you with energy, fun and warmth. The past, present and future exist together and Belgium has splendid natural contrasts.The medieval art cities of Antwerp Bruges and Ghent are in Flanders, the Flemish speaking northern region, its scenic countryside is marked by rolling plains dotted with castles and churches.

France

France is the mythical land of excellent food and wine, of splendid chateaux, monuments known worldwide, and hidden treasures. Enjoy art at Versailles and romantic strolls down the River Seine in luminous Paris. Savor the delicate language, music, and mythology of the 5th century Celtic invaders in Brittany. Encounter the military history on the former battlefields of the great wars.

Upper Loire

The frequently visited Upper Loire Valley in France is a pathway of magnificent chateaux encasing the fascination of French history and the romance of lavish gardens and sparkling moats. This region is rich with architectural treasures because of its central location for kings, princes, nobles, and dukes; and named a World Heritage Site by Unesco in 2000. A distinctive seductiveness lines the banks of the River Loire in these magnificent Renaissance Chateaux of Chambord and Chenonceau to the charming restored gardens of Villandry

Burgundy

Barge cruising in Northern Burgundy gives you the best opportunities to enjoy the captivating countryside, wine tasting, bicycling, and sightseeing. All this in a region conveniently located a few hours south of Paris. Northern Burgundy boasts two major canals, the Nivernais and the Burgundy, not to mention the River Yonne, the barge cruising is defined by the Chablis, Beaune and Nuits-Saint-Georges vineyards, old market towns, and the medieval chateaux.

Mediterranean - Provence - Canal du Midi

This trip takes you down the picturesque Mosel River in Germany. It’s a wine lover’s dream, Visit the capital of Luxembourg and the nearby American cemetery where General Patton is buried. Trier is the oldest town in Germany. In fact, the town’s gate pre-dates the Christian era and even old Roman times. Discover the 12th century queen of German castles, Burg Eltz, one of very few castles that survived the wrath of King Louis XVI. Explore the city of Zell, famous for its wines and its scenic beauty.Finally arriving in Koblenz, stroll through the quaint streets where shopping is the main attraction!

Alsace Lorraine - Germany & Luxembourg

This trip takes you down the picturesque Mosel River in Germany. It’s a wine lover’s dream, Visit the capital of Luxembourg and the nearby American cemetery where General Patton is buried. Trier is the oldest town in Germany. In fact, the town’s gate pre-dates the Christian era and even old Roman times. Discover the 12th century queen of German castles, Burg Eltz, one of very few castles that survived the wrath of King Louis XVI. Explore the city of Zell, famous for its wines and its scenic beauty.Finally arriving in Koblenz, stroll through the quaint streets where shopping is the main attraction!