Paris and Surrounds
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Paris, the city of lights with romance, museums, bistrots, cafés, shopping, markets, exquisite buildings, walks along the Seine, boulangeries, patisseries and an abundance of neighborhoods with their own unique personalities. All waterways lead to Paris - from Holland and Belgium in the north; Germany and Switzerland to the east; the Mediterranean to the south and the Atlantic to the west. No wonder Paris is the before and after stopover for most people going on barge cruises. The cruises starting or ending in Paris make them convenient and exciting. There are two cruise itineraries in and around Paris. Paris to Auxerre in BurgundyFrom the excitement of cruising through Paris on the Seine River to the quieter waters of the peaceful Yonne River, you will pass through busy river towns to the more tranquil green countryside of northern Burgundy. La Nouvelle Etoile cruises here two weeks each year. Sightseeing can include:
Paris to Epernay in ChampagneNot long after leaving Paris does the Seine River meet the beautiful Marne River leading you to the famed Champagne Region and for history buffs, WWI battle fields and memorials. La Nouvelle Etoile cruises here late July to mid August. Sightseeing can include:
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Two diverse cruises start in or near Paris:
Cruising between Paris and Burgundy
Cruising between Paris and Epernay in Champagne
Please see the individual barge's itineraries for the diverse routes and excursions they include.
For more information, call 1-800-880-0071 or
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