Finesse - Canal du Centre & Saône River
European Canal Barge Cruises
Built with luxury in mind, Finesse meanders through the vineyard-clad countryside of southern Burgundy. Visit 14th-century Château de Germolles, and explore ancient Autun with its Roman gates and amphitheater. In Beaune, see fascinating Hôtel-Dieu and visit prestigious Maison Champy for a wine tasting and gourmet lunch in their cellars. Enjoy a private tasting at Château de Chamirey and visit the magnificent Clos de Vougeot.
- Luxury
- Wine
Day 1
Meet in Dijon and transfer to Finesse, moored in St-Julien-sur-Dheune on the Canal du Centre. After a welcome reception and crew introductions, settle into your spacious cabins before a gourmet dinner on board.
Finesse
Meals: Dinner
Day 2
Cruise to St-Léger-sur-Dheune today for a visit to 14th-century Chateau de Germolles, a former residence of the Dukes of Burgundy that features a ducal chapel and romantic gardens.
Finesse
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3
Travel to Autun this morning, an ancient Roman town with a 17,000-seat amphitheater and 12th-century cathedral. Then cruise to rural Remigny, passing through the famous Santenay wine region.
Finesse
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4
Drive to Beaune with its 15th-century charity hospital of Hôtel-Dieu. Explore the quaint shops before enjoying a gourmet lunch ashore at Maison Champy in the heart of the Côte de Beaune vineyards. Return to the barge for a cruise past charming Chagny to the village of Rully.
Finesse
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5
Cruise to the village of Fragnes with opportunities for walking and cycling along the towpath. After lunch, partake in a private wine tasting at the delightful Domaine Chanzy.
Finesse
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6
Cruise onto the Saône River to Chalon-sur-Saône. Visit historic 12th-century Clos de Vougeot. Return to Finesse for a gala farewell dinner on board to celebrate your relaxing week of cruising.
Finesse
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7
After breakfast, transfer back to Dijon, arriving in late morning.
Meals: Breakfast
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Our experienced, handpicked guides reveal a local's daily life, informed by decades — if not a lifetime — of firsthand experience.
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A&K experts in over 55 offices and more than 30 countries manage every aspect of your journey with seamless, 24/7 support.
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Our robust local connections take you beyond the guidebook and behind the scenes, and in to the heart of authentic experiences as no other travel company can.
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Our iconic small group travel experiences led by a Resident Tour Director®.
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