Luxury Hotel Barge Cruises
Join us aboard a luxurious hotel barge cruise for a fabulous journey along the canals and rivers, with ever-changing scenery, to discover the history, culture, and, of course, the unique gastronomy of our enticing destinations.
Many of our barges accept both cabin and charter bookings.
What are the best barge trips?
Experts with more than 50 years of combined experience select these hotel barges. The boats cruise on the most beautiful canals and rivers.
2026 is nearly sold out, so please contact us now for 2027 or 2028 to avoid disappointment.
We have a range of "Last-Minute" offers, should you wish to travel within the next two months, and "General offers" for later in the season.
Discover the top-rated hotel barge cruises
| Name | Passengers | Rating |
|---|
Anjodi
Midi CanalAvailable for charter bookings or cabin bookings
Athos
Midi CanalCamargue
Available for charter bookings or cabin bookings
Aurora
River and CanalBelgium - France
France
Holland
Bruges to Haarlem
Rotterdam to Paris
Dutch Waterways
Île-de-France
Champagne
Bruges to Paris
Available for charter bookings or cabin bookings
C'est La Vie
Champagne LoireChampagne
Available for charter bookings or cabin bookings
Enchanté
Midi CanalAvailable for charter bookings or cabin bookings
Finesse
Canal du CentreCentral Canal
Available for charter bookings or cabin bookings
Grand Victoria
River SaôneCentral Canal
River Rhone
Charter bookings only
Kir Royale
Exceptionally spaciousAvailable for charter bookings or cabin bookings
L'Art de Vivre
Nivernais Canal & YonneAvailable for charter bookings or cabin bookings
L'Impressionniste
Burgundy CanalAvailable for charter bookings or cabin bookings
La Bella Vita
Venetian lagoonAvailable for charter bookings or cabin bookings
La Belle Epoque
Available for charter bookings or cabin bookings
La Nouvelle Etoile
Holland and FranceHolland
Dutch Waterways
Available for charter bookings or cabin bookings
Luciole
Nivernais Canal & YonneAvailable for charter bookings or cabin bookings
Magna Carta
Tested by Jane McDonaldAvailable for charter bookings or cabin bookings
Panache
Holland & AlsaceHolland
Dutch Waterways
Available for charter bookings or cabin bookings
Renaissance
Loire ValleyAvailable for charter bookings or cabin bookings
Rosa
AquitaineAvailable for charter bookings or cabin bookings
Savoir Vivre
Burgundy CanalAvailable for charter bookings or cabin bookings
Scottish Highlander
ScotlandAvailable for charter bookings or cabin bookings
Shannon Princess
IrelandAvailable for charter bookings or cabin bookings
Spirit of Scotland
ScotlandAvailable for charter bookings or cabin bookings
Hotel barge cruising
Enjoy all the amenities you would expect aboard, along with a fabulous professional, informative and friendly crew, all without needing to repack your suitcase each day!
While most barges operate on an all-inclusive basis, some offer more than one experience so we'll be pleased to help you choose the one that suits you best.
- All-inclusive: No extra costs
- Half-board: Some meals ashore, at your cost
- Home & Away: The most flexible option, ideal for young families or those on a lower budget; breakfast may be included
The barge tours listed above are among the best canal and river hotel barges in France and other European waterways. Staffed with professional and dedicated crews, the barges meet the highest safety standards and are equipped to provide incredible cruise vacations.
Let your cruise adventure begin!
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