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La Nouvelle Etoile

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

LA NOUVELLE ETOILE

Paris to Epernay

Sunday, Day 1 Paris

After your pick-up by our driver you will driven to the barge moored in the heart of Paris for a wonderful champagne welcome. Time to relax and cruise past Notre Dame and the Eiffel Tower. Moor the night in the Latin Quarter where you will enjoy your first gourmet dinner on board.

Monday, Day 2 Paris to Meaux

Morning cruise out of Paris onto the River Marne. After lunch you visit the magnificent Chateaux of Vaux-le-Vicomte. Rejoin the barge in Meaux in time to stroll around and vist the cathedral.

Tuesday, Day 3 Meaux to La Ferte

After breakfast, we visit a local cheese maker of ”Brie de Meaux”. Enjoy a tasting of the various Brie’s of a master cheese maker, along with wines from his excellent cellar. This afternoon we cruise up the river Marne to La Ferte. Dinner on board.

Wednesday, Day 4 La Ferte to Charly-sur-Marne

We are now in Champagne and on our way to Charly-sur-Marne. Stop to enjoy the wonderful champagne of a small family vineyard before an afternoon cruise to Chateau Thierry, the scene of American battles in World War I. Optional visit to Belleau Wood battlefield.

Thursday, Day 5 Charly-sur-Marne to Darney

Enjoy breakfast this morning as the Marne takes us through covered hills dotted with small wine villages to the delightful little town of Damery. Lunch on board before our drive to Reims. Here we visit the Cathedral and the Musee de la Reddition where Eisenhower had his Map Room and where the ending of WW2 was signed. Dinner on board.

Friday Day 6 Darney to Epernay

After breakfast, we visit the Abbey of Hautvilliers, where the monk Dom Perignon first made champagne. Upon return, we set off for our last cruise to the village of Cumieres, just outside of Epernay. Lunch onboard before our afternoon visit to the cellars of Moet et Chandon for a private wine tasting. Captains Farewell Dinner on board.

Saturday, Day 7 Epernay

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 2025 Rates in US Dollars

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

DEPARTURE DATES		RATE
Jun 8, 15, 22, 29	Reg	France - Champagne

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