Barge Cruises

If you are looking for a unique and personal way to see the true Europe, consider a Barge Cruise. Hotel Barges are small luxury boats that travel the inland canals of Europe, offering an intimate encounter with the people, the culture, the history and the scenery of the region.

On your cruise, prepare to be pampered by the crew, captain and chef. Gourmet meals, fine wines and daily excursions are all included in the price.

Barges  generally hold from 4 to 18 passengers, so chartering a barge for a week is perfect for groups of friends or family.

The Euro Escapes Difference

All barges are not created equal, and we only choose the best. Barge cruising is a special holiday and you want to be sure that the barge you choose fits your style and budget. We make it a point to do annual barge inspections and we share our inspection report with you, the traveler. We also recognize that the cruise is only part of the picture. Our concierge services will assist you in planning your complete Europe itinerary, from beginning to end. We can assist with bookings for airlines, hotels, villas, transfers, train tickets, auto rentals, and more. We also offer restaurant recommendations.  Any or all of these services are available to you as a barge cruise client at no additional charge.

Here are our recommended Barge Cruises.

France Barge Cruises

England Barge Cruise

Ireland Barge Cruise

Italy Barge Cruise



Current Specials:

Offers in Burgundy
Barge
Offer Type Discount
Departures in 2012
Deposit By
La Belle Epoque
per cabin 10% off per cabin All April 30 Apr 2012
per charter 5% off per charter All May to October 6 Jan 2012
per charter 10% off per charter All April 30 Apr 2012
L’Art de Vivre
per cabin 10% off per cabin All April 30 Apr 2012
per charter 10% off per charter All April 30 Apr 2012


Offers in Canal du Midi
Barge
Offer Type Discount
Departures in 2012
Deposit By
Anjodi
per cabin 10% off per cabin All April 30 Apr 2012
per charter 10% off per charter All March & April 30 Apr 2012
Enchanté
per charter 5% off per charter All May to October 6 Jan 2012
Rosa
per charter 5% off per charter All June to October 6 Jan 2012
per charter 10% off per charter All March, April & May 6 Jan 2012


Offers in Gascony
Barge
Offer Type Discount
Departures in 2012
Deposit By
Rosa
per charter 5% off per charter All June to October 6 Jan 2012
per charter 10% off per charter All March, April & May 6 Jan 2012


Offers in Provence
Barge
Offer Type Discount
Departures in 2012
Deposit By
Enchanté
per charter 5% off per charter All May to October 6 Jan 2012


Offers in Alsace & Lorraine
Barge
Offer Type Discount
Departures in 2012
Deposit By
Panache
per charter 5% off per charter All June to October 6 Jan 2012


Offers in Belgium
Barge
Offer Type Discount
Departures in 2012
Deposit By
Panache
per charter 10% off per charter All April & May 6 Jan 2012


Offers in Holland
Barge
Offer Type Discount
Departures in 2012
Deposit By
Panache
per charter 10% off per charter All April & May 6 Jan 2012


Offers in Italy
Barge
Offer Type Discount
Departures in 2012
Deposit By
La Bella Vita
per charter 5% off per charter All May to October 6 Jan 2012
per charter 10% off per charter All April 6 Jan 2012


Offers in Scotland
Barge
Offer Type Discount
Departures in 2012
Deposit By
Scottish Highlander
per cabin 5% off per cabin All April 30 Apr 2012
per charter 5% off per charter All May to October 6 Jan 2012
per charter 10% off per charter All April 30 Apr 2012

Conditions

Our normal Terms & Conditions apply. Some cruises may require a minimum of 4 passengers booked to guarantee the cruise.
These special offers are subject to availability, apply to new bookings only and cannot be used in conjunction with other offers.
Credit card payments on all offers carry a 2% surcharge (no charge for debit cards).

Our Cruises are All-Inclusive:

* 6 Nights accommodation on board in an air-conditioned, en-suite cabin.
* The services of an experienced Captain / Host, Chef, Housekeeper(s), Driver/Tour Guide.
* Breakfast, lunch and dinner aboard. A meal at a local restaurant ashore, once per week on most barges.
* An excellent selection of fine regional and international wines and spirits, plus an all day open bar, tea and coffee. *Daily excursions by chauffeured minibus and inclusive entry fees to castles, vineyards, markets and other local places of interest.
* Use of barge facilities such as bicycles, boules, barge library and on certain vessels, a spa pool.
* Return transfers to and from local meeting/drop off point.