The ultra deluxe six-passenger Fleur de Lys, part of the Orient-Express collection, is impeccably appointed with a gracious elegance and amenities that epitomize the concept of ultimate luxury. The many amenities of Fleur de Lys - including a heated swimming pool - combined with a trained crew of 6, assures that you will be cruising the wine country of Burgundy in elegance and comfort...
The Fleur de Lys is a charter barge that may also be booked to travel in tandem with other barges. She cruises the Cote d'Or, Burgundy, Franche Comté and Saône.
Constructed in 1941 as a cargo barge Converted into a hotel barge in 1996 Measures 129 ft. long by 17.5 ft. wide Three (3) onboard cabin accommodations Six (6) passenger capacity Onboard climate control
PERSONNEL:
Six (6) crew members consisting of Guide, Matelot (Sailor), two (2) Hostesses, Chef, and Captain. Generally British, this crew speaks both English and French (some may speak other languages, as well).
PUBLIC ROOMS:
Salon
Dining Room
Sun Deck
ONBOARD LEISURE AND ENTERTAINMENT:
Swimming pool HI FI system with CD player Six (6) touring bikes Grand piano TV with DVD player Board games Writing desk Guest computer with internet access
MOBILITY RESTRICTIONS:
Fleur de Lys has no wheelchair access. There is one stateroom located on the Main Deck that would be easy to access for those with mildly limited mobility. There are stairs from the Main Deck to the Lower Deck where the rest of the staterooms are located. The crew can assist in any way they can, but this ship may be difficult to navigate for those with extremely limited mobility.
DECK PLAN:
At 160 metric tons, the Fleur de Lys is one of the largest size of barge capable of navigating the network of older canals in France.
Your time aboard this ultra deluxe Hotel Barge will be a truly memorable experience. Enjoy top of the line amenities like wood accented salon, swimming pool, and spacious cabins and bathrooms.
There are three (3) suites on board Fleur de Lys, Suite 1 located on the Main Deck and Suites 2 & 3 on the Lower Deck. All staterooms are spacious, luxurious, elegantly appointed, and situated well above the water line.
Each suite -- over 250 sq. ft. in size with two (2) twin beds or one (1) king canopy bed – includes a dressing area and en suite bathroom with double sink and bathtub.
CABIN SIZE:
All suites are very similar in size and are equally luxurious. The size listed below for each suite includes dressing and bathroom area.
Suite 1 - Approx. 320 sq. ft.
Suite 2 - Approx. 239 sq. ft.
Suite 3 - Approx. 258 sq. ft.
BEDDING CONFIGURATION & SIZE:
Each suite comes with the choice of two (2) single beds, or one (1) canopied king bed. When suites are in twin configuration, the beds are parallel to each other with a space in between. The bed sizes are:
Twin - 3 ft. X 6 ft. 3 in.
King - 6 ft. X 6 ft. 3 in.
BATHROOMS:
All suites have over-sized private bath facilities with twin sinks set in beautifully tiled countertops. Each bathroom is stocked with plenty of towels as well as bathrobes to enhance the touch of opulence.
The stately salon has a Grand Piano and large windows that panoramically frame the passing countryside. This elegant common area also features:
Sofas and chairs
Library
Writing desk
TV with DVD player
Guest computer with internet access
Stereo with ipod docking station
DINING ROOM:
The Main Deck is so large that Fleur de Lys can afford to have a Dining Room separate from its Salon. The Dining Room accommodates the most elegant candlelit dinners in signature style with immaculately white table linens, fine china, and gorgeous silver.
ON DECK:
The Sun Deck, while smaller in size than other barges, can comfortably host all passengers at once. The presence of a large heated pool also makes the Sun Deck an attractive feature of Fleur de Lys. The canopied Sun Deck also features a beautiful teak deck table with six (6) chairs for memorable "al fresco" meals.
The Sun Deck is perfect for sun bathing, talking with friends, enjoying a book, or gazing at the beautiful scenery as it comes dripping from the plane trees that line the canal.
OFF BOAT:
Passengers are welcome to walk or cycle using the onboard bicycles as often as they like. Most People choose to disembark the barge at a lock to visit local villages, then return to the canal and meet the barge further along (the barge travels slowly; therefore, this is not a problem). Guests are welcome to walk or bicycle the accompanying towpath, or perhaps enjoy a leisurely game of boules along the grassy banks.
An air-conditioned Mercedes minibus is also available for excursions by vehicle.
Fleur de Lys cruises the classic Burgundy route bordering France 's famous Côte d'Or - composed of the Côte de Nuits and the Côte de Beaune- where legendary wines that are permitted to bear the Grands Crus and Premiers Crus labels can be discovered.
You'll recognize names like Meursault, Montrachet, Gevrey-Chambertin, Clos de Vougeot, Pommard and Santenay and sample wines that are rarely available outside the borders of France .
She also cruises the River Saône and the Canal du Centre (built 1783-1791 to link the Loire and Saône rivers) visiting towns and villages enroute such as Beaune, Dijon, St Jean de Losne, Chalon-sur-Saône and Dole.
Fleur De Lys is owned by Orient Express, providing an extremely high standard of service with a high crew-to-guest ratio: although domiciled in France the staff are mostly native English speakers.
The crew are dedicated to providing the highest levels of service to every guest and every member of staff plays their part in delivering the “ultimate barging experience”. The crew can be called upon at any time to assist you with any special requests you may have.
This specially trained crew pampers you from the time you arrive. Your personal guide introduces you to the district's most renowned vineyards, architectural landmarks, regional activities and local traditions.
Please note that cruise directions are subject to change and may depend upon bookings and local navigation conditions.
2010 PRICING
Full Boat Private Charter
7 Days / 6 Nights Sunday - Saturday
For 6 guests
$46,600
For 5 guests
$43,000
For 4 guests
$39,400
Price includes:
A 7-day/6-night cruise in a cabin on board Fleur de Lys All meals All wines with meals Open bar All escorted side excursions Use of internet connection Use of onboard bicycles
Price does not include:
Roundtrip flight to Paris & return Transfers to the barge & return Transportation from Paris to Dijon & return Gratuities ________________________________________________________________________
JOINING AND LEAVING THE CRUISE
Rates for barges are on a shore-to-shore basis exclusive of transfers, which use local train stations as pick-up and drop-off locations. TGV transfers to and from Paris can be booked at an additional charge of $300 per person. Please use the schedule of pick-up and drop-off locations below as your guide.
Schedule of Trains Departing Paris for:
ESCOMMES, DIJON: Dijon Station TGV7661 departing at 2:10pm and arriving at 3:47pm
ST. LEGER: Le Creusot Station TGV6617 departing at 1:54pm and arriving at 3:15pm
LYON: Lyon Perrache TGV6617 departing at 1:43pm and arriving at 4:09pm
Schedule of Train Departing for Paris from:
ESCOMMES or DIJON: Dijon Station TGV6710 departing at 9:57am and arriving at 11:37am
ST. LEGER: Le Creusot Station TGV6608 departing at 8:47am and arriving at 10:09am
LYON: Lyon Perrache TGV6612 departing at 9:46am and arriving at 12:03pm
Our specially created itinerary is perfect for a family break on the Fleur de Lys. Families will enjoy horseback riding, various park visits and even an afternoon at a waterpark.
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