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What better way to see Paris and the surrounding Impressioniste region than aboard M.S Anacoluthe, a wonderful boat combining the comforts and charms of a river steamer with the luxury of a modern vessel.
The elegant interior provides ample space to relax among seasoned wood tones and brass fittings.
Air conditioned throughout, guests are spoilt for choice: relax in the piano bar, or the hot tub or work out in the fitness suite.
Arranged on three decks, accommodation comprises of:
23 twin cabins and 2 double cabins on the lower deck
Main deck: Piano bar, lounge, fitness room and outside Jacuzzi
Upper deck: Large sun deck
All cabins benefit from air conditioning, central heating, opening windows or portholes. private shower/bathroom, wardrobes, drawers, bookshelf and reading lamps.
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- Prices -
| Accomodation |
Regular |
Mid |
Value |
Whole boat charter:
up to 50 guests
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91540 |
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82340 |
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Suite per person
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1990 |
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1790 |
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Single person supplement
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500 |
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500 |
-Departure Dates-
| Value |
2008-03-22 -> 2008-05-02; 2008-10-25 -> 2008-11-08 |
| Mid |
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| Regular |
2008-05-03 -> 2008-10-18 |
All prices shown in American Dollars. Euro prices available on request.
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ITINERARY
Saturday
Paris - Compiègne
Guests meet in the lobby of the Hotel Regina, 192 Rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris and transfer to Anacoluthe, moored in Compiègne on the river Oise.
There will be a welcome champagne reception after which you can settle into your cabin and perhaps stroll the charming town before enjoying a wonderful gourmet dinner.
Sunday
Compiègne - Pont St Maxence
After reakfast we will take a walking tour of historic Compiègne; with its 16-th century Hôtel de Ville and famed cloisters of the Abbey of St. Corneille, founded by Charles the Bald in 877.
We will tour the expansive Château de Compiègne, once an important royal residence,and visit the open market before returning to our barge for lunch.
In the afternoon, we will cruise to the lovely Pont St. Maxime.
Monday
Pont St Maxence - Pontoise
A cruise along an enchanting portion of the river (favored by many Impressionist painters) brings us to Auvers sur Oise, where we go to visit the Château de Chantilly
This vast estate dates from the Middle Ages and boats an art gallery only second to the Louvre in size and scope.
Famous for breeding racehorses, Chantilly also maintains one of the world's finest stables.
We will also see the French gardens designed by Le Nôtre, the Petit Parc, the Anglo-Chinese Garden, and the English garden.
We will then return to Anacoluthe for a delightful cruise to Pointoise.
Tuesday
Pontoise - Paris
We will begin the day with a visit to the home and gardens of Claude Monet at Giverny. Expect some surprisingly familiar sights: the gardens are meticulously maintained to remai exactly the same as they were when Monet painted them.
Afterward, we will return to the barge for lunch and a cruise to Chatou and we will enjoy an excursion to the town and chateau of St Germain.
Later, we can browse Rueil's exclusive boutiques before returning to Anacoluthe to cruise into the heart of Paris.
This evening, we take an unforgettable Paris-by-night cruise along the Seine.
Wednesday
Paris - Melun
We cruise south from Paris to Melun for an excursion to Château Vaux le Vicomte.
This magnificent castle was once home to Louis XIV's finance minister and served as a model for Versailles. We will tour its exceptionally furnished interior and magnificent gardens before returning to the barge for a memorable dinner.
Thursday
Melun - St. Mammes
This morning we cruise a scenic stretch of the Seine into St. Mammes and make the short trip to Moret sur Loing, a small medieval town that was once home to Alfred Sisley, who lived and painted here.
This evening we will gather for a gala farewell dinner.
Friday
This morning after breakfast, we return to Paris and the Hotel Regina, arriving before noon.
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