Saroche barge cruise

Saroche luxury barge cruises

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Prices

  • From 8, 000 USD per person
  • Charters from 37, 600 USD

Boat size

  • Length 129′3″ ft (39.40 metres)
  • Width 16′8″ ft (5.09 metres)

Specifications

  • Crew members : 5
  • Up to 6 guests
  • Suites : 3

Also

  • Central heating
  • Air-conditioning
  • Fire pit
  • Bicycles : 6

About Saroche barge cruises

Luxury barge Saroche

Saroche is the largest six-passenger hotel barge currently cruising in France.

Completely refitted to an exceptionally high standard, the Saroche is the definition of a luxury hotel barge, inviting our guests to relax upon arrival. The vessel has a split-level lounge/dining room (25' x 16'), and a large sun deck with awning-covered dining area (45’ by 14’), for 'al fresco' meals during the day or indeed a drink around the fire pit at dusk. Inside the lounge/dining area has a warm ambience, Eight large opening windows and a hexagonal skylight flood the room with sunshine and fresh air, as rippling reflections from the water dance across the unique modern Art Deco birds eye maple interior, wrought iron and brass handrails and soft material covered walls, all reflecting and absorbing the atmosphere, bright colours and sunshine of the French countryside. The comfortable seating, fully-stocked bar, Bluetooth stereo,  DVD player and library complete the cosy atmosphere - where passengers quickly feel at home.

The three staterooms are richly decorated, luxurious and spacious - more closely resembling a hotel room than a ship's cabin. All the beds can be converted into either twin beds or queen-sized double beds. Each stateroom has built-in wardrobes with ample hanging and shelf space. All cabins have central heating and individually controlled air conditioning systems. Fresh air is provided by a modern integrated double flu VMC system providing sterilised filtered fresh air to each cabin.

All three new Art Deco style fully tiled ensuite bathrooms have shelves and alcoves with make-up/shaving mirrors above the washbasins. large rain shower cubicles with high ceilings and easy access glass doors. Hot water is abundant, hairdryers are provided in all cabins. As well as a selection of included toiletries, the large fluffy bath sheets that sit on heated towel rails add to the luxury.

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Saroche cruise routes & itineraries

From Vanieres to Beaumont cruise map

From Vanieres to Beaumont

Champagne

Rates

Sunday
We meet in Paris, from where your chauffeur driven minibus will transport you to Vandieres on the Marne river.
Enjoy a champagne reception on deck, with introductions to the crew, and then plenty of time to settle into your stateroom before Dawn creates the first gourmet dinner on board Saroche.

Monday
Vandieres - Cumieres
After breakfast, Jason will take you on a historic visit to the Chateau of Conde-en-Brie.
This 16th-century hunting lodge has hosted Kings and Queens, murderers, Saints and sinners... Jason will guide you on a private visit through this wonderful building and if the owner is in-house, he will introduce you and perhaps a glass or two of champagne may be drunk with the Count?
We return to Saroche for a lazy lunch with 360-degree views of the glorious Champagne vineyards before setting sail and heading upstream towards Cumieres.
This important river gently meanders through the Marne valley covered on both sides in vineyards, steeped in history and surrounded by wonderful French countryside, all of which can be admired from the deck.
We moor up in the shadow of the abbey of Hautvillers, giving us time for a stroll along the towpath before Jason introduces you to "Bubbles du Jour", followed by another of Dawn's fabulous meals on board.

Tuesday
Cumieres - Tours sur Marne
After breakfast, Jason will drive you through Epernay to visit chocolatier Thibault where you will spend the morning making artisinal chocolate with the master chocolatier, famous as the last chocolatier to make the alcohol-filled champagne cork.
This is a rare and exciting chance to get up close to one of the world's favourite foods!
Return to the Saroche where Dawn will present another fabulous lunch.
After this, we will set sail for Tour les Marne on the Canal lateral la Marne, passing hill-covered vineyards owned by many famous Champagne houses such as Mumm, Philiponat, Moet & Chandon and Heidesek to name but a few.
With plenty of opportunities to walk and cycle along the well-paved towpath, we slowly descend the valley toward are mooring in the centre of the village of Tour, in time for "Bubbles du Jour" before dinner on board.

Wednesday
Reims
We leave the Saroche this morning to head into the historic city of Reims, our first stop is at the Eisenhower war rooms, an important yet undiscovered museum where the treaty ending the Second World War was signed.
From here, Jason will take you to the world-famous cathedral of Reims which survived the revolution and two world wars, bearing testament to the resilience of the people of Reims.
With its amazing nave and wonderful architecture, it deserves its world heritage status.
Time to wander the shopping district of Reims before meeting up for lunch with Jason at Les Crayers bistro for a lazy yet tantalizing Michelin dining experience.
After lunch, there will be time to admire the delightful garden at this most magnificent Relais and Chateau, once home to the Pommery family and now one of the best small hotels in the world.
Leaving Reims behind, we drive back to Saroche, stopping at Bouzy en route for a small private tour and tasting before rejoining Saroche in time for a dip in the jacuzzi before Dawn serves a light dinner on the deck.

Thursday
Tour sur Marne to Mont du Billy
After a lazy breakfast, we take the minibus to Meruil sur Ay, home to many famous Champagne houses but none more so than Billecart Salmon.
Enjoy a private tour of the last remaining independent large Champagne house followed by a delectable tasting.
Returning to Saroche for more of Dawn's creations will leave you well-suited to a relaxing afternoon on deck or walking by the barge as we climb the 8 locks to the summit pound, where we moor in the shade of the trees in the middle of the French countryside.
As we cruise, those who are interested can join Dawn in the kitchen to watch her prepare her famous pates and terrines, whilst quizzing her about her menus and creations.
After "Bubbles du Jour" another delightful meal awaits for dinner.

Friday
Mont de Billy- Beaumont
This morning we set sail and headed along the canal to the tunnel at Mont du Billy.
Jason will prepare the barge to go through the tunnel, a marvel of French engineering allowing commercial traffic to enter the heart of Reims and thus connecting Paris and Reims in the 18th century.
Having passed the tunnel, we continue with a lazy cruise down the canal to Beaumont sur Vesels.
After lunch, Jason will drive you to the WWI trenches at the Mains de Messige.
The archaeological dig is as authentic and sobering as it is mysterious.
These trenches were discovered by a Parisian archaeology student doing a summer dig: To date, they are the newest discovery of this grizzly episode in Champagne's torrid history.
A walking tour of these real trenches is a reminder of the other reason that the Champagne region is world famous.
We return to Saroche in time to freshen up before the Captain's Dinner, hosted by Jason, beginning with "Bubbles du Jour" and cocktails on the deck before Dawn wows you with more delights from her kitchen.

Saturday
After breakfast, your chauffeur-driver minibus will take you back to Paris with time on the journey to reflect on a truly unique vacation.
Depending upon the starting point, the itinerary may be run in the opposite way

From Vanieres to Beaumont rates

The rates shown are standard, before any applicable discounts or promotions.

2026 USD
Whole boat charter for up to 6 48, 000 USD
Whole boat charter for up to 5 42, 500 USD
Whole boat charter for up to 4 37, 600 USD

Prices include Seven days and six nights on the barge
When barge is chartered use of 3 cabins and private bathrooms from arrival Sunday until 0930hrs on the following Saturday.
When booking on a cabin basis, you have use of your assigned cabin from arrival Sunday until 09.30hrs on the following Saturday.
Pick up, drop off and transfer to and from the barge.
Champagne: Paris city centre hôtel or apartment. One pick up and drop off point please
Only one pick up and drop off destination may chosen for the whole group, multiple pick up and drop offs will incur extra charges.
All meals during the week.
All wines and open bar aboard the barge.
All escorted excursions included in the program.
Use of six bicycles (helmets not included)

2026 Departure dates
May 10 - July 19


From Escommes to Gissey-sur-Ouche cruise map

From Escommes to Gissey-sur-Ouche

Burgundy Canal

Rates

Sunday: Paris to Escommes

Meet your chauffeur-driven minibus in Paris and relax on the transfer down to the Saroche, moored on the Burgundy canal in the quiet hamlet of Escommes
Enjoy a champagne welcome upon arrival with plenty of time to settle in before Dawn presents your first of many gourmet meals onboard.

Monday: Escommes to Chateauneuf-en-Auxois

Today's cruise takes you down the flight of locks from the summit pound of the Burgundy Canal to the foot of the beautiful Chateauneuf-en-Auxois.
After lunch, Jason will take you to visit a chocolatier for a delightful tasting and talk about this wonderful product.
Today is all about relaxing, with both lunch and dinner on board and canal life at its best.

Tuesday:  Chateauneuf-en-Auxois to Pont-d'Ouche

After breakfast, Jason will drive you up the long, sinewy hill to the village of Chateauneuf-en-Auxois, perched high above the canal.
This 11th-century chateau is a famous landmark in the area visible from miles away and hides a quaint hamlet behind its stone walls.
After a tour of the chateau, there is plenty of time to explore the village before returning to the barge for lunch.
In the afternoon we set sail and head downstream to Pont d'Ouche, our mooring for the night.
There is an excellent towpath all the way, ideal for walking or cycling, or perhaps you would rather slow down and simply watch the world go by from the deck.
Once moored up, Dawn will once again regale you with another gourmet feast.

Wednesday:  Pont-d'Ouche to Veuvey-sur-Ouche

Today we leave the Saroche and head over the hills to Beaune.
In the morning, Jason will present a guided tour of the world-renowned Hospice du Beaune, as famous for its wines as it is for the stunning glazed tiled roof!
No trip to Beaune is complete without some fine dining, and we will eat lunch in a gourmet restaurant.
After lunch, we venture into the Cote du Beaune, known for its soft reds and complex, delectable white wines.
You will walk in the vineyards and be explained as to why Burgundy wines are so well renowned, before enjoying a comprehensive tasting in a private winery.
Return to Saroche for a wonderfully relaxing sundowner cruise before a light dinner on board.

Thursday: Veuvey-sur-Ouche to La-Bussiere

After breakfast, we set sail and cruise down to La-Bussiere, with another gentle towpath for those who wish to walk or cycle.
After lunch on board Saroche, Jason will drive you into the Cote de Nuits where you will visit the Clos du Vougeot, the 11th-century Cistercian monastic winery, now home to the Knights of the Round Table of wine-tasting, before heading into one of the villages for a tasting.
The Cote de Nuits is famous for its red wines, and Jason will show you why the world raves about the Pinot Noir from this area.

Friday: La Bussiere to Gissey

Friday is Market day!
Dijon is the capital of Burgundy, once home to the Dukes of Burgundy and home to Gustave Eiffel, who designed the market square.
After a walking tour of the old town, you will have plenty of time to explore the market and the classic French shops and boutiques of Dijon.
We return to Saroche for lunch before setting sail for Gissey, our final destination of the week.
This beautiful village nestled in the heart of the Ouche Valley is classically French, and exploring the village is a must!
Tonight Jason will be your host for Captain's Dinner where Dawn will round off your culinary experience with another gourmet delight.

Saturday: Gissey to Paris

After a relaxing and final breakfast, your chauffeur-driven minibus will return you to Paris, with time to reflect on a magical week aboard the hotel barge Saroche.

From Escommes to Gissey-sur-Ouche rates

The rates shown are standard, before any applicable discounts or promotions.

2026: July 12 - October 18
Whole boat charter for 6 48, 000 USD
Whole boat charter for 5 42, 500 USD
Whole boat charter for 4 37, 600 USD

Prices include Seven days and six nights on the barge
When barge is chartered use of 3 cabins and private bathrooms from arrival Sunday until 0930 hrs on the following Saturday.
When booking on a cabin basis, you have use of your assigned cabin from arrival Sunday until 09.30 hrs on the following Saturday.
Pick up, drop off and transfer to and from the barge: Paris city centre hôtel or apartment. One pick up and drop off point please.
Only one pick up and drop off destination may chosen for the whole group, multiple pick up and drop offs will incur extra charges.
All meals during the week.
All wines and open bar aboard the barge.
All escorted excursions included in the program.
Use of six bicycles (helmets not included)

2026 Departure dates
August 30  - October 18 

 

From Saint Leger-sur-Dheune to Chalon-sur-Saône

Saône Valley

Rates

Sunday: Paris to Saint Leger-sur-Dheune

Meet your chauffeur-driven minibus in Paris and relax on the transfer down to the Saroche, moored in the heart of the Cote du Beaune, at St.Leger-sur-Dheune.
Enjoy a champagne welcome upon arrival with plenty of time to settle in before Dawn presents your first of many gourmet meals onboard.

Monday: Saint Leger-sur-Dheune to Santenay

Today's cruise takes you through several locks towards Santenay, a  beautiful wine-growing village, where we will moor. There is time to walk or cycle the towpath before lunch on board.
After lunch, Jason will take you to visit a local chateau, formerly home to Margarita of Burgundy. We step back in time in this medieval home before returning to Saroche in time to freshen up before cocktails on the deck overlooking the countryside.
Dinner board will be another gastronomic feast.

Tuesday:  Santenay to Rully

It's all about the wine as we cruise from one wine village to another!
After breakfast, we will visit a local winery, and enjoy some excellent wines.  This area is world-famous for its white wines: Be ready to be impressed!
We will return to Saroche in time for lunch on board.
In the afternoon, we set sail and head downstream to the wine village of Rully, our mooring for the night, which gives us access to the village and beautiful views of the surrounding countryside.
After dinner on board, there will be a chance to stargaze beside the fire pit.

Wednesday: Rully 

Today we leave the Saroche and head over the hills to Beaune.
In the morning, Jason will present a private guided tour of the world-renowned Hospice du Beaune, which is as famous for its wines as it is for its stunning glazed tiled roof!
No trip to Beaune is complete without some fine dining, and we will eat lunch in an excellent Bistro in the heart of the town.
After lunch, we shall head to one of the world's most prestigious wine-making Domaines.  With the cellar master being Jason's personal friend, this is an exceptional opportunity to see a vast array of impressive wines from the Burgundy region.
The gentle drive back to Saroche takes us through beautiful vineyards and world-famous towns.
Return to Saroche to relax before dinner: Take a stroll or a bike ride, or enjoy the tranquillity before dinner on board.

Thursday: Rully to Fragnes

After breakfast, we set sail and cruise towards the River Saône, passing through 10 locks, arriving at Fragnes in time for lunch.
After lunch on board Saroche, Jason will drive you into the Cote de Nuits where you will visit the Clos du Vougeot, the 11th-century Cistercian monastic winery, now home to the Knights of the Round Table of wine-tasting. As an inducted member of this world-famous organization, it is with great pride that Jason will show you the abbey steeped in history and revered worldwide.
We return to Saroche to enjoy a cocktail before dinner is served.

Friday: Fragnes to Chalon-sur-Saône

Let's build a barrel!
After breakfast, we will take a trip to a local barrel maker, where we discover the importance of oak in the wine industry.  Our lesson today is learning how to build a barrel!
After returning to Saroche for lunch, we begin our last hours of cruising as we pass through the final lock on the Canal, and enter the magnificent River Saône.  Relax on deck as we cruise gently to our mooring in the town of Chalon-sur-Saône.
Tonight Jason will be your host for Captain's Dinner where Dawn will round off your culinary experience with another gourmet delight.

Saturday: Chalon-sur-Saône to Paris

After a relaxing and final breakfast, your chauffeur-driven minibus will return you to Paris, with time to reflect on a magical week aboard the hotel barge Saroche.

From Saint Leger-sur-Dheune to Chalon-sur-Saône rates

The rates shown are standard, before any applicable discounts or promotions.

Prices include Seven days and six nights on the barge
When barge is chartered use of 3 cabins and private bathrooms from arrival Sunday until 0930 hrs on the following Saturday.
When booking on a cabin basis, you have use of your assigned cabin from arrival Sunday until 09.30 hrs on the following Saturday.
Pick up, drop off and transfer to and from the barge: Paris city centre hôtel or apartment. One pick up and drop off point please.
Only one pick up and drop off destination may chosen for the whole group, multiple pick up and drop offs will incur extra charges.
All meals during the week.
All wines and open bar aboard the barge.
All escorted excursions included in the program.
Use of six bicycles (helmets not included)

2026 Departure dates
August 30  - October 18 

 

These are sample itineraries, on alternate weeks the cruise will be in the reverse direction.

Availability for Saroche

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