Loire River Cruise Guide: What Does It Cost?

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The Loire is the longest river in France, and for centuries, its banks were the playground of French royalty. Often called the “Cradle of the French Language” and the “Garden of France,” the Loire Valley is home to more than 300 châteaux, ranging from medieval fortresses to opulent Renaissance palaces. For the river cruiser, the […]

Canal Cruise With Me On The Loire, October 24-30, 2019

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I can’t get enough of canal cruising in France, so with my October 11-17, 2019 Alsace barge cruise now sold out, I’m adding a second barge cruise. This one will take place on the legendary Loire Canal, October 24-30, 2019.

CroisiEurope Introduces Extended Loire Itinerary

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CroisiEurope is introducing a brand new extended Loire River itinerary for 2018: Chateaux of the Loire Valley. This new 7-day cruise program features their Loire cruise combined with a trip to the Châteaux of the Loire Valley and an overnight stay in Paris. Prices for this 7-day program start at $2,417 per person with multiple departures dates […]

Loire Princesse, Day 6, Nantes, End Of Cruise, Summing Up

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My cruise on Loire Princesse has come to an end. How would I rate this cruise? If you’re someone like me who has done the Danube, rode the Rhine, meandered along the Moselle, well, the Loire River presents something new, even pioneering in a way. The châteaux are beautiful and worth the trip alone. Nantes is […]