CRUISE OPERATORS

“Soleil d’Oc” For 2010 we are delighted to feature an exciting new opportunity to cruise the Canal du Midi from Carcassonne to Beziers on a solar-powered barge! Simply click on to www.naviratous.com for full details.

The 17th century engineering masterpiece, the Canal du Midi, now a UNESCO world heritage site, can now be cruised by means of a craft adapted to its age and status: a pollution-free ecologically sound solar-powered barge, designed exclusively for this purpose, the SOLEIL D'OC.

From September 2006 you can book a berth aboard this extraordinary boat and find out more about the canal and its flora and fauna, the surrounding vineyards of Minervois and Corbières, and the numerous villages, churches and chateaux which line the itinerary.

These cruises go from the mediaeval citadel of Carcassonne to the town of Béziers (or vice-versa). Guests are accommodated in 2-berth cabins on board and treated to excellent meals either on board or in canal-side restaurants. First and last nights are spent in quality hotels on dry land in Carcassonne and Béziers.

“Barging thru France”  (formerly  Canal & Company)  – Barge Holidays

Boating-in-France are happy to promote the cruises by Barging thru France to our range of boating opportunities in France and other European countries

We think you will agree with Barhing thru France’s  description to the effect that these cruises are a special way to discover the heart of France.  As they say “You will see the French countryside in its full glory.  You will discover her secrets at 4 mph, allowing plenty of time to see the detail you would miss with any other form of travel.  This is the graceful way of life that seems long forgotten to us today.  In fact, this may be the first time you experience such a relaxed voyage.  For full details simply click on www.canalandcompany.com

Boating-in-France are pleased to announce that they can now arrange bookings for these luxurious cruises

The 18-passenger "Le Phénicien," combines the best of the Provence region -- cruising the Rhône River between Avignon and Aigues-Mortes -- with tranquil cruising on the Rhône-Sete canal amidst the marvelous natural beauty of the Camargue region. Le Phénicien's unique route allows it to meander through the Provence and the Languedoc-Roussillon regions, with thousands of years of culture, world-renowned wines, gastronomic food, glorious weather, and in surroundings of unspoiled nature.

For further information, simply click on www.bellefrance.co.uk, or for a full colour Belle France brochure contact:

Bob Blackstock (Boating in France), Belle France, tel: 01580 214025.
Alternatively, e-mail bob@bellefrance.co.uk, quoting Boating in France.

Minervois Cruisers

For full details simply click on www.le-guide.com/canaldumidi/index.html

Napton Narrowboats

For full details simply click on www.napton-marina.co.uk