Rendez-Vous - Burgundy Canal
European Canal Barge Cruises
Watch the incredible scenery of Burgundy slowly unfold aboard luxurious Rendez-Vous, disembarking for a walk through Dijon, a private wine tasting at the prestigious Château de Chassagne Montrachet and a visit to fairy-tale Châteauneuf-en-Auxois. Stroll the streets of medieval Beaune and visit the 15th-century Hôtel-Dieu.
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Day 1
Meet in Paris and transfer to Rendez-Vous, moored in the village of Fleurey-sur-Ouche. After a welcome reception and crew introductions, there is time to unpack — or stroll the towpath as the sun sets — before a gourmet dinner on board.
Rendez-Vous
Meals: Dinner
Day 2
Visit Chateau du Clos de Vougeot where Cistercian monks made wine in the 12th century. Explore the preserved presses on which iconic Burgundian vintages were made. Return to Rendez-Vous for lunch and a leisurely afternoon cruise.
Rendez-Vous
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3
Relax on a morning cruise through pastoral countryside. This afternoon, disembark to Dijon for a walking tour that includes the lively market with its incredible selection of meats, candies, cheeses, fruits, vegetables and pastries, as you stroll your way through this small city brimming with authentic Burgundian life.
Rendez-Vous
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4
Following a leisurely morning cruise, your afternoon walking tour of Chateauneuf-en-Auxois reveals the architectural details and time-worn relics of its hilltop castle. Dinner is ashore this evening at the renowned Chateau du Sainte Sabine.
Rendez-Vous
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5
Laze on deck this morning to admire the passing scenery or join your Chef in the open kitchen for an informal cooking demonstration. After lunch, drive through the Côte d'Or to the charming town of Beaune, the wine capital of Burgundy, for a tour of Hôtel-Dieu, a immaculately-preserved 15th-century charity hospital.
Rendez-Vous
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6
Relax on board during the cruise to Escommes. Then visit Chateau de Chassagne-Montrachet for a tour of the cellars and tasting of its world-famous wines. Return to Rendez-Vous for canapés and cocktails, followed by a gala Captain's Dinner to finish your cruise in style.
Rendez-Vous
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7
After breakfast, disembark in Escommes, and then transfer back to Paris, arriving in the late morning.
Meals: Breakfast
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The Pioneers of Luxury Travel
Abercrombie & Kent pioneered the luxury adventure 60 years ago. Today we are the world’s undisputed luxury-travel leader, offering an award-winning combination of exclusivity, comfort and authenticity on all seven continents.
The Best Guides
Our experienced, handpicked guides reveal a local's daily life, informed by decades — if not a lifetime — of firsthand experience.
An Exceptional Network
A&K experts in over 55 offices and more than 30 countries manage every aspect of your journey with seamless, 24/7 support.
Authentic Insider Access
Our robust local connections take you beyond the guidebook and behind the scenes, and in to the heart of authentic experiences as no other travel company can.
Ways to Travel with A&K
Small Group Journeys
Our iconic small group travel experiences led by a Resident Tour Director®.
Luxury Expedition Cruises
Exclusively chartered, all-inclusive voyages with an award-winning Expedition Team.
Tailor Made Travel
Custom-created journeys, made just for you and your private party.
Private Jet Journeys
The ultimate journey for no more than 50 guests by exclusively chartered private jet.
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About Abercrombie & Kent
At Abercrombie & Kent, we strive at every turn to redefine your notion of what is possible on a vacation. Our approach combines singular service — such as a private passage by road and lake through the Andes, or a maximum group size of only 12 guests on each Galápagos shore excursion — with insider-access opportunities unlike any you have experienced before. A&K lets you discover Machu Picchu through the eyes of its former resident archaeologist, and introduces you to Incan culture firsthand, through an exclusive meeting with a Incan family.
In these and myriad other ways, Abercrombie & Kent consistently goes above and beyond the call of duty — and no A&K journey is complete without that extra, unexpected "and" that makes your experience unique and unforgettable. Choose from a Luxury Small Group Journey, the finest group travel experience in the world; a Connections Journey, which combines A&K’s renowned service with unbeatable value; A Marco Polo Journey to an exotic locale or local festival; a private Signature Series itinerary; or a custom Tailor Made luxury journey created just for you. When it comes to discovering the world, the possibilities are endless.
Making these extraordinary journeys possible are the handpicked experts in our 55 offices worldwide, on call around the clock. Chief among them are our Resident Tour Directors® and local guides. The Resident Tour Director leads each group departure, providing unmatched on-the-ground expertise with A&K local guides contributing along the way.
With expertise in not only luxury but culture, wildlife and history as well, Abercrombie & Kent reveals your destination with an authenticity beyond the reach of any other travel company.
