La Nouvelle Etoile

Holland, Chablis, Champagne and Alsace Lorraine regions of France and Germany

LA NOUVELLE ETOILE

Nancy to Strasbourg

Sunday, Day 1 Nancy
After pick-up by our driver you will be driven to La Nouvelle moored in the heart of Nancy for a wonderful champagne welcome. We will then take a leisurely late afternoon cruise at sunset before the locks close and you will enjoy your first gourmet dinner on board.

Monday, Day 2 Nancy
We will enjoy a morning cruise to Einville and then to Nancy for a walking tour of the city beginning at the elegant "Place Stanislas". Flanked by handsome Baroque palaces and enclosed by ornate gold and wrought iron entry gates, the square is considered on of the grandest in all of France. The Art Nouveau movement originated in Nancy, and you may choose to visit the Ecole de Nancy to see its fine collection.

Tuesday, Day 3 Nancy to Schneckenbush
After a morning cruise past tidy farms and pasturelands, we will drive to the privately owned Chateau de Fleville. This graceful Renaissance residence adjoins a 14th century castle keep. The interiors are richly furnished with 18th century antiques. We then return to La Nouvelle moored in the peaceful village of Schneckenbush for the night.

Wednesday, Day 4 Schneckenbush to Lutzelbourg
Each day we travel on the canal we have been gradually climbing to the crest of the Vosges Mountains. After navigating two tunnels carved into the mountaintop, we will encounter the Inclined Plane at Arzviller. This unique lock allows a barge to glide effortlessly up or down the mountainside using a sophisticated system of weights and balances. A short drive along the way will take us to the Christallerig of Harz village where fine crystal is still hand blown. We continue the cruise through the Zorn Valley where the surrounding hilltops are dotted with ruins of feudal castles. Our overnight stay will be in Lutzelbourg.

Thursday, Day 5 Lutzelbourg to Saverne
We wind through the heart of Saverne, past the regal 18th century Bishop’s Palace. From Saverne, we will take an afternoon drive along the Route du Vin d’ Alsace to the old fortified town of Obernai where we will visit the Marker Square and the 14th century ramparts that surround the city. Stop along the way at Winegrowbr to taste some of the best Alcasian wines.

Friday, Day 6 Saverne to Strasbourg
Today we will finish the cruise in the busy port of Strasbourg. Our afternoon tour of Strasbourg includes the folk museum and the 11th century gothic cathedral, leaving enough time to stroll around to explore the fine shops. Returning to the barge we will celebrate our cruise with a lovely farewell dinner.

Saturday, Day 7 Strasbourg
After your last great breakfast on board you will be driven to either the airport or your hotel.

Note : The route is run in reverse on alternate weeks and excursion days and mooring places may change

LA NOUVELLE ETOILE

Year 2024 Rates in US Dollars

ACCOMODATION	REGULAR
Charter 8 passengers	$72,000
Suite per person	$9,554
Single supplement	$4,777

DEPARTURE DATES		RATE
Jul 21, 28; Aug 4	Reg	France - Alsace & Lorraine

Year 2025 Rates in US Dollars

ACCOMODATION	REGULAR
Charter 8 passengers	$75,000
Suite per person	$9,750
Single supplement	$4,900

DEPARTURE DATES		RATE
Jul 20, 27; Aug 3, 10	Reg	France - Alsace & Lorraine

Holland, Champagne, Chablis and
Alsace Lorraine regions of France and the Mosel River of Germany

Building on a tradition, La Nouvelle Etoile has revolutionized standards of excellence in barging with unprecedented levels of luxury and sophisticated technology. An elevator whisks you from Suite level to Salon level, where you will feel welcomed as you enter the Salon with its warm well-appointed teak interior and elegant furnishings. Choose from several elegant settings. Settle into the intimate conversation area for cocktails with companions or pull up the most comfortable bars tool imaginable if you prefer being perched high for sightseeing through the large picture windows. Throughout, you are bathed with uplifting natural daylight and views of the surrounding scenery. At night, subtle interior lighting facilitates views of lights dancing across the water.

Your every need and wish have been anticipated. Meticulous attention to detail is evident throughout – from the selection of the linens to the fresh flowers and fruit in each suite. • Pre-cruise documents with detailed information on ports of call • Champagne welcome • Three gourmet meals daily • A selection of fine wines with lunches and dinners Open bar • All museum and chateau entrance fees • Land tours and transfers. All transfers to and from La Nouvelle Etoile are included as well as the wonderful daily tours. We have our own luxury 8 passenger air-conditioned van with driver/tour guide that can also be available for your personal use (within the cruise area) for shopping, hair appointments or any other requests.

La Nouvelle Etoile is designed for the ultimate in comfort and convenience and offers the following features and amenities. Built on one of the largest hulls afloat that can navigate the small canals, La Nouvelle Etoile offers a fitness center, Jacuzzi hot tub, elevator, internet access, independently controlled air conditioning in each suite and self-service laundry. Gourmet meals are served on beautiful china, silver and fine crystal in our spacious dining room. You can sunbathe on the ample sun deck with retractable electric canopy or ride a bike along the towpaths or in ports of call.

General Information
Communications: La Nouvelle Etoile offers a telephone and internet access in each suite as well as Wi-fi throughout the whole vessel. Electricity: The voltage on board is 220 volt A/C and 110 volt (for electric shavers). Hair dryers are provided in each cabin. No Smoking Policy: For the safety and comfort of all of our guests, smoking is permitted only on the outside decks.

Route Changes: Very rarely it may be necessary to change the route due to maintenance work on the locks. Although this does not happen often, it is unwise to book hotel or car rental facilities at the termination point, other than Paris.

FEATURES
* 8 Passengers; 4 Suites (200 + sq. ft.)
* 5 Crew members
* 2 Decks
* Internet access in suites
* Stereo, TV, video
* Upright Piano
* Fitness studio / jacuzzi
* Bicycles
* Elevator
* Air conditioning / heating
* Handicap Access - YES