{"id":1800,"date":"2011-01-10T18:47:17","date_gmt":"2011-01-11T01:47:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rivercruiseadvisor.com\/?p=1800"},"modified":"2011-01-10T18:52:19","modified_gmt":"2011-01-11T01:52:19","slug":"french-country-waterways-luxury-barging-in-alsace-lorraine-champagne","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rivercruiseadvisor.com\/2011\/01\/french-country-waterways-luxury-barging-in-alsace-lorraine-champagne\/","title":{"rendered":"French Country Waterways: Luxury Barging In Alsace, Lorraine &#038; Champagne"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Starting in April of 2011, French Country Waterways&#8217; recently built 12-passenger\u00a0Adrienne will sail the picturesque route linking the regions of Alsace and Lorraine \u2013 each with its own historical charms \u2013 in addition to her classic itinerary in Champagne.<\/p>\n<p>The deluxe barge,\u00a0decorated in the style of a Paris boutique hotel,\u00a0sails\u00a0between Strasbourg and Nancy every Sunday from April 3 through July 2.\u00a0 Six elegant suites offer king-size beds, individual thermostat controls, extra pillows, fresh flowers, heated towel bar, hair dryer and 110- and 220-volt electrical outlets.\u00a0 Prices for the weekly Sunday departures, April through July, are $5,295 to\u00a0$6,295 per person, double.<\/p>\n<p>Highlights of the itinerary include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>a walking tour of the historic quarter in Strasbourg,\u00a0a picturesque district of small canals and half-timbered houses;<\/li>\n<li>dinner ashore at the Michelin-starred Le Cerf in Marlenheim; a private tour and wine tasting at Domaine Bechtold;<\/li>\n<li>a visit to the 13<span style=\"font-size: x-small;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10px;\">th<\/span><\/span> century chapel of the Cordeliers, with a stunning stained glass window designed by artist Marc Chagall; <\/li>\n<li>and a stop in Place Stanislas, considered one of the grandest squares in all of France. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Guests are escorted to and from Strasbourg via private motorcoach.<\/p>\n<p>The cruise experience is enhanced by the\u00a0creative cuisine prepared by talented young chefs, who blend classic cooking techniques with the trend to lighter fare, utilizing local markets and bakeries; four-course candlelit dinners accompanied by Grand Cru and Premier Cru wines from Burgundy and other major French wine regions; fully-stocked open bar; attentive service from a crew fluent in English and French; daily sightseeing excursions and private wine tastings; and time to relax on the sundeck and walk or bicycle along canal towpaths. Hot-air ballooning is also an option.<\/p>\n<p>The\u00a0Adrienne also offers an itinerary in Champagne \u2013 the historically rich region producing the world\u2019s most celebrated wine \u2013 from July through October.\u00a0 Prices for the weekly departures are $5,295 to $6,295 per person, double occupancy.<\/p>\n<p>The\u00a0Adrienne is available for individual bookings as well as charter bookings \u2013 perfect for families, friends and groups.\u00a0 Special room rates are offered at deluxe hotels in Paris and\/or Strasbourg for guests wishing to extend their stay.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Starting in April of 2011, French Country Waterways&#8217; recently built 12-passenger\u00a0Adrienne will sail the picturesque route linking the regions of Alsace and Lorraine \u2013 each with its own historical charms \u2013 in addition to her classic itinerary in Champagne. 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