Jeanine and Daniele

Cruising through Burgundy and the Doubs Valley

Jeanine

Jeanine / Daniele

Historical Burgundy and the Doubs Valley itinerary
BDJ / DBC
BESANCON - RANCHOT - DOLE - SAINT-JEAN-DE-LOSNE - PETIT-OUGES - DIJON

From Besancon to Dijon, this majestic cruise on the Rhone-Rhine canal will take you through authentic and traditional cities with different stories and hidden gems. You will be able to visit the Saline Royale of Arc-et-Senans, Dole or the charming city of Saint-Jean-de-Losne, first river port of France home to the Musee de la Batellerie, recounting the history of navigation on inland waterways.

DAY 1: BESANCON

Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6.00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner.

DAY 2: BESANCON - RANCHOT

We'll depart by coach to Arc-et-Senans for the tour of the Saline-Royale. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this royal factory was built between 1775 and 1779 at the wish of King Louis XV. We'll return on board after our tour and cruise towards Ranchot.

DAY 3: RANCHOT - DOLE

This morning will be spent cruising towards Dole. In the afternoon, join us for an original and unique tour, following the "trail of the Perched Cat”. This trail refers the famous tales of a Perched Cat, written be Marcel Aym who lived in Dole as a child.

DAY 4: DOLE - SAINT-JEAN-DE-LOSNE

We'll spend this morning cruising towards Saint-Jean-de-Losne. In the afternoon, join us for a guided tour of the city and the Battellerie Museum which recounts the history of navigation, followed by a tasting* of local products.

DAY 5: SAINT-JEAN-DE-LOSNE - PETIT-OUGES

We'll spend the whole day cruising towards Petit-Ouges, reaching it in the afternoon. Upon arrival in Petit-Ouges, enjoy time at leisure to discover the "circuit of the three washhouses”(1).

DAY 6: PETIT-OUGES - DIJON

This morning will be spent cruising towards Dijon. In the afternoon, join us for an excursion along the Grands Crus Wine Route. The touristic Grands Crus Wine Route passes through the finest and most prestigious of the Burgundy vineyards. Tonight's our gala evening and dinner.

DAY 7: DIJON

Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9.00 a.m. End of our services.

DIJON - PETIT OUGES - SAINT-JEAN-DE-LOSNE - DOLE - RANCHOT - BESANCON

DAY 1: DIJON

Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner.

DAY 2: DIJON - PETIT-OUGES

Join us on an excursion along the Grands Crus wine route. The touristic Grands Crus wine route passes through the finest and most prestigious of the Burgundy vineyards. We'll stop along the way for a wine-tasting* session. We'll return onboard and cruise to Petit-Ouges, discovering the magnificent lush, green landscapes of the Saone Valley. Upon arrival in Petit-Ouges, discover the "Path of the Three Wash Houses”(1).

DAY 3: PETIT-OUGES - SAINT-JEAN-DE-LOSNE

The whole day will be spent cruising towards Saint-Jean-de-Losne. Take the time to sit back and admire the vineyards and scenery that we'll slowly pass by as we cruise. We'll arrive in Saint-Jean-de-Losne late in the afternoon.

DAY 4: SAINT-JEAN-DE-LOSNE - DOLE

Join us on a visit of Saint-Jean-de-Losne, the capital of canal barging in France, which lies at the heart of the French waterways and canal system in southern Burgundy. The afternoon will be spent cruising towards Dole.

DAY 5: DOLE - RANCHOT

Join us on an original and unique tour, following the "trail of the Chat Perch?”. This trail refers to the famous tales of a Perched Cat, written be Marcel Aym? who lived in Dole as a child. It also refers to Dole's location, which is perched on a beautiful hillside. We'll return onboard and cruise towards Ranchot. You can use the bicycles (available on board) to ride on the bike path that follows our route on the canal.

DAY 6: RANCHOT - BESANCON

The morning will be spent cruising. In the afternoon, we'll set out by coach to Arc-et-Senans for a tour of the Saline Royale. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this royal factory, built between 1775 and 1779 in the shape of a semi-circle, was where salt workers traditionally lived and worked. Tonight is our gala evening.

DAY 7: DIJON

Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9.00 a.m. End of our services.

Rate includes: 6 night cruise, all meals, wine with meals, drinks from the bar and excurisons. Bicycles available for cycling

2025 Rates

DATES	SHIP	ITINERARY	PER PERSON RATE DOUBLE	SINGLE RATE
		2025 RATES
Oct 24	Jeanine	Besancon to Dijon	$3343	$4575
Jul 17, 31	Jeanine	Dijon to Besancon	$3343	$4575

2026 Rates

DATES	SHIP	ITINERARY	PER PERSON RATE DOUBLE	SINGLE RATE
		2026 RATES
	Daniele	Besancon to Dijon
Apr 9; Jul 16, 30; Aug 13; Oct 22	Daniele	Dijon to Besancon	$3343	$4575

Rate includes: 6 night cruise, all meals, wine with meals, drinks from the bar and excurisons. Bicycles available for cycling.

22 passenger Jeanine

Cruises in Burgundy Region of France

The Jeanine accommodates 22 passengers in great comfort. It is a modern vessel equipped with a sundeck wreathed in flowers, with chairs and parasols, a cozy lounge leading to the bar and a separate dining-room. On the lower deck are 11 comfortable cabins with opening windows.

The Jeanine navigates in the very attractive regions of Burgundy France.

FEATURES:

Barge fully renovated and named Jeanine in 2013
Size of barge: 128 ft by 17 ft
Number of Passengers: 24
Number of Cabins (all with private bath): 11
Crew: 5
Air Conditioning and Central Heating: Yes
Salon: Salon with comfortable sofas, bar area and separate dining room with seating for 22.
Bar: All drinks and meals included on board (excluding champagne & drinks from the wine list)
Deck: Sundeck with tables, chairs, and umbrellas for shade.
Cabin Features: Eleven cabins, all twin-bedded, with TV, each approximately 97 sq. ft., all with large windows and ensuite bathroom with shower. safe, internal telephone, individual AC control
Vehicle for Transfers/Excursions: Motor coach
Accessibility: Steps to cabins.
Bicycles: Yes


Cabin	Cabin	Cabin Desk

Individual temperature control	Cabin Key card	Closet Storage

Closet	Bath	Shower

Hallway	Entrance to Staircase	Lounge

Lounge	Bar	Dining

Sundeck	Bikes	Jeanine Docked