Meandering Along the Burgundy, Saône and Centre Canal (port-to-port cruise)

6 nights from £1,906pp departing Thursday 27th Mar 2025

From Dijon to Saint-Lger-sur-Dheune, join us for a unique journey along the Burgundy canal to discover cities with unconditional charm. Visit Saint-Jean-de-Losne and its Muse de la Batellerie, recounting the history of navigation, and taste* regional products and wines in Santenay. Do not miss out on Chalon-sur-Sane, beautiful city of art and history, and hike to the Cirque du Bout du Monde for some gorgeous panoramas: take advantage of this relaxing yet cultural and gourmet cruise that will not fail to surprise you!

Itinerary

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					Arrive	Depart
	27th27	MarMar	202525	Dijon, France, embark on the MS Danièle	18:00
Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. in Dijon. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner.
	28th28	MarMar	202525	Dijon, France		07:00
This morning will be spent cruising. Take advantage of this first day cruising to relax and admire the beautiful Burgundy scenery, or to walk or bike alongside the boat on the canal's bicycle path (1). In the afternoon, join us on an excursion along the Grands Crus Wine Route. The touristic Grands Crus wine route passes through villages and the finest and most prestigious of the Burgundy vineyards. We'll return on board in Longecourt-en-Plaine.
	28th28	MarMar	202525	Brazey-en-Plaine, France	19:00
	29th29	MarMar	202525	Brazey-en-Plaine, France		08:00
This morning will be spent cruising. As we travel, you are free to bike along the Doubs River at any time by taking the Green Way bike path (1). In the afternoon, join us on a tour of Saint-Jean-de-Losne. We'll explore monuments that tell the story of the city's prestigious past, such as the monument commemorating the Siege of 1636, and the Htel-Dieu, which was a charitable hospital founded in 1658 and is surrounded by intricately wrought iron railings dating from the 17th and 18th centuries. The visit will end with a tasting of local specialties from Burgundy.
	29th29	MarMar	202525	Saint-Jean-de-Losne, France	12:00
	30th30	MarMar	202525	Saint-Jean-de-Losne, France		08:00
This morning will be spent cruising towards Chalon-sur-Saone. As we cruise, you'll admire the Sane River's hilly banks and typical local houses perched on its hillsides. Feel free to ride alongside the boat taking the Green Way bike path (1). In the afternoon, join us on a tour of Chalon-sur-Sane, birthplace of Joseph Nicphore Niepce, one of the inventors of photography.
	30th30	MarMar	202525	Chalon-sur-Saône, France	13:00
	31st31	MarMar	202525	Chalon-sur-Saône, France		08:00
This morning will be spent cruising towards Chagny. This is the perfect moment to relax and enjoy the hillside scenery and rolling meadows along our route. We'll set out for a hike to the Cirque du Bout du Monde. We'll discover the imposing chalk cliffs carved out by the Cozanne River which created a blind valley, where a waterfall over 80 feet high adds a touch of wonder.
	31st31	MarMar	202525	Chagny, France	14:00
	1st01	AprApr	202525	Chagny, France		07:00
We'll set off towards Santenay, a wine village with a priceless historical and natural heritage, which we will reach during the morning. We'll set off from the ship and walk to the center of Santenay, a charming little wine-producing village. Join us for a wine tasting* session at one of the 38 wine producers' in the village. In the afternoon, we'll cruise towards Saint-Lger-sur-Dheune. Relax and admire the passing lush landscapes. Late in the afternoon, we'll arrive in St. Leger-sur-Dheune. Tonight is our gala evening and dinner.
	1st01	AprApr	202525	Santenay, Cote d'Or, France	09:00	18:00
	1st01	AprApr	202525	Saint-Léger-sur-Dheune, France	18:30
	2nd02	AprApr	202525	Saint-Léger-sur-Dheune, France, disembark the MS Danièle
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. Possible transfer(2) to Dijon, arriving late in the morning. End of our services.

MS Danièle

Launch Year

2016

Capacity

Cabins

Accessible

Sun Deck

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Restaurant

Located on the main deck, the restaurant is where all meals are served during your cruise. It seats all guests at tables which vary in size with a panoramic view. The atmosphere is casual but elegant.

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Lounge & Bar

The lounge is tastefully decorated, it's a quiet place where you can spend time with your friends and family. Equipped with sofa and a bar you can relax before and after dinner.

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Holiday Summary

	6 nights cruising on the Saone
	All meals included
	Drinks included with meals & at the bar
	Gala dinner & evening welcome cocktail
	Free Wi-Fi in lounge & bar
	Headsets included for excursions
	Travel Assistance & Repatriation Insurance
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

Oceanview staterooms from		£1,906pp
2PL_PP	Main Deck (2 Beds)	£1,906pp

	Oceanview
	(All prices are £GBP per person)
Thu 10th Apr 202510 Apr 25	2,541
Thu 26th Mar 202626 Mar 26	2,640