Randle Canal Barge in France

THE 4 PASSENGERS RANDLE
The Randle is an elegant riverboat with modern comforts and classic charm. It features open bar and a cellar with range of great regional wines. Cabins are wood panelled with en-suite. The boat is air conditioned for hot summmers and centrally heated for cool late season evenings· A Cordon Bleu chef will prepare lunches and guests will be chauffeured to vineyards, chateaux, and other places of interest. Evening chauffeur service to the restaurant of your choice every night.

One week cruise in France from US$ 2887

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RANDLE
Clamecy to Auxerre
Sunday - Day 1 - Clamecy
Arrive at Clamecy and welcome aboard You are met at Auxerre and transferred by private car to Clamecy for a champagne reception aboard the Randle. Take a short walk into Clamecy to visit the town, the Collegiale de St Martin and also the Logging and Barging Museum. The narrow streets lined with ancient buildings present opportunities for shopping too. See our restuarant guide for you evening dining.

Monday - Day 2 -Clamecy to Lucy-sur-Yonne
In the morning we leave Clamecy for a cruise through beautiful countryside which takes us to the tranquil village of Lucy-sur-Yonne. In the afternoon there is a choice or possibilities to visit by car: Chateau de Bazoches whose illustrious visitors included Richard the Lion-heart and which was later remodelled by French military architect Maréchal Vauban. Chateau fort de Druyes, where in 1216 Pierre de Courtenay was offered the crown to the Latin empire of Constantinople Les Fontaines salees, salt water springs dating from the end of the Neolithic era and site of Gallo-Roman baths Vézelay, one of Burgundy’s most famous treasures with the Romanesque Basilica of St Mary Magdalene; craft shops, restaurants, art galleries, and fine views of the surrounding countryside. Evening dinning is also possible Vézelay with many restaurants to choose from too.

Tuesday - Day 3 - Lucy-sur-Yonne to Mailly-le-Chateau
Today we cruise through the Yonne valley to moor under the cliffs of Le Saussois for lunch, the Saussois cliffs are popular with climbers some of whom may be seen practicing their skills, and Falcons too. There is a path to the top to reward you with fantastic view of the surrounding countryside. After lunch we arrive at Mailly-le-Chateau; take a walking tour of the village set on a high ravine, with its fortified church overlooking the beautiful Yonne river valley, roof tops of Mailly-le-Bas and the Nivernais canal. Supper is at the La Castel in the town square for a taste of authentic France. In the afternoon there is a choice to visits by car Grottes d’Arcy-sur-Cure, amazing illuminated caves with stalagmites, lakes, and Paleolithic cave paintings dating from around 28,000BC The medieval fortified village of Noyers-sur-Serein with timber buildings and ramparts from the middle ages, besieged and sacked by king Henry IV in the 17th century after a suspected plot against him.

Wednesday - Day 4 - Mailly-le-Chateau to Accolay
We depart Mailly-le-Chateau in the morning, and for lunch we stop at a trout farm, originally founded by Crisenon monks and revived in modern times within the walls of the old monastery, fish are caught and served onboard just 30 minutes later. After lunch we cruise on to Accolay to our mooring for the night. Supper at the superb Hostellerie de la Fontaine, Accolay In the Afternoon there is a choice of tours by car. Escolives saint Camille, site of roman villa and bath house with a museum situated adjacent the old Roman north south arterial route. Abbey de Regny, a beautifully preserved monastery with country gardens.

Thursday - Day 5 - Accolay to Vincelles
After a morning cruise we arrive at our riverside mooring at Vincelles The choices of afternoon tours by car include; A visit to the wine caves of William Chariot for a taste of great artisanal wine, Pinot Noir and Caesar, based in the beautiful wine village of Irancy. A visit to the cave Caves de Bailly where 8 million bottles of Cremant de Bourgogne are stored during thier two year maturing process, a guided tour is possible too. A visit to Chablis to view the Grand Cru vineyards and then into

Friday - Day 6 - Vincelles to Auxerre
Twice visited by Jeanne d’Arc and a cathedral citadel since the 5th century Auxerre is dominated by the Saint Etienne Cathedral and the Saint Germain Abbey. Embracing its medieval roots with interesting cobbled streets and half timbered houses, there is more to see and do than can be possibly fitted into one day, many bars, cafes, and restaurants to choose from authentic bistros to Michelin recommended.

Saturday - Day 7 - Auxerre
After breakfast aboard The Randle, morning transfer by car for onward journey.

This is a sample itinerary and is subject to change. On alternate weeks the cruise is in the reverse direction.