Cruise the magnificent Marne…
Explore the best of France with a solo’s tour starting in one of the most stunning cities of the world—Paris! Then enjoy a scenic cruise through the stunning Champagne region in a quaint French barge boat. Discover incredible architecture and historical monuments, relish in the French cuisine, and be immersed in the wonderful atmosphere that makes France such a popular destination. The scenery will be awe-inspiring as we sail some of France’s most prestigious waterways, with the opportunity to explore charming towns steeped in history, and taste local cheeses, pastries, desserts, and other mouth-watering produce. Throughout your journey you will discover just why France is one of the most loved countries in the world, as well as delight in the beautiful landscapes and French delicacies—especially the bubbles, cheese, and wine!
Will you join us?
DAY 1 Wednesday 2nd Aug 2023
PARIS (D)
Today you will arrive in the fabulous French capital—Paris! Check into your hotel and then enjoy your day at leisure, before meeting up with your fellow cruise passengers and Two’s a Crowd Host. Tonight, you will all enjoy an authentic French dinner together, as well as a tour briefing.
Accommodation: Your own room at Villa Pantheon, Latin Quarter or similar
DAY 2 Thursday 3rd Aug
PARIS – ÉPERNAY (B/D)
After breakfast, the morning is yours to explore Paris. After lunch we will transfer from Paris by coach (approx. 2 hrs) to join our ship in Épernay. Passengers are welcome to board the ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into our cabins, we will be introduced to the crew at a welcome cocktail reception before dinner.
Accommodation: Your own room aboard the MS Déborah, where you will remain for the duration of your stay
DAY 3 Friday 4th Aug
ÉPERNAY – DORMANS (B/L/D)
Today we’ll set off by coach for our excursion to Reims. We’ll have a guided tour of the historic center and its cathedral before returning to the ship. The afternoon will be spent sailing to Dormans, arriving in the evening.
DAY 4 Saturday 5th Aug
DORMANS – CHÂTEAU-THIERRY (B/L/D)
Join us for an excursion along the famous Champagne route. We’ll set out on a discovery tour of the village of Hautvilliers, birthplace of Champagne. We’ll visit a major Champagne house followed by a tasting of champagne. We’ll return on board and cruise to Château Thierry, through the beautiful Marne canal landscapes. We’ll reach our destination in the late afternoon.
DAY 5 Sunday 6th Aug
CHÂTEAU-THIERRY – SAINT-JEAN-LES-DEUX-JUMEAUX (B/L/D)
Today we’ll discover the town of Château-Thierry and participate in a falconry show with live demonstrations. Afterwards, we’ll return on board and cruise to Saint-Jean-les-Deux-Jumeaux, reaching it during the evening.
DAY 6 Monday 7th Aug
SAINT-JEAN-LES-DEUX-JUMEAUX – MEAUX – LAGNY-SUR-MARNE (B/L/D)
Sit back and relax today as we cruise to Meaux. This afternoon, we’ll set out on a guided tour of this charming town, followed by a tasting of Meaux’s famous Brie de Meaux cheese. Afterwards, we’ll return on board in Lagny-sur-Marne.
DAY 7 Tuesday 8th Aug
LAGNY-SUR-MARNE – PARIS (B/L/D)
Early this morning, we will begin our cruise home towards Paris. When we arrive in the afternoon, we’ll set out for an excursion through the major sites of the capital. Join us on an original walk along some of the most breathtaking covered walkways in Paris, allowing you to travel back through time and history around the Palais Royal. Tonight is our gala dinner and final evening on board the MS Deborah.
DAY 8 Wednesday 9th Aug
PARIS (B)
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast aboard the MS Déborah and bid au revoir to your fellow shipmates before disembarking at 9:00 a.m.
TOUR DATES: 2ND – 9TH AUGUST 2023
TOUR PRICING: A$7,900 PLUS AIRFARES/TAXES
MS DÉBORAH
A canal barge cruise is an authentic and timeless experience. A privileged moment where you take the time to discover la douce France in a different way.
The MS Déborah is a superb Premium canal barge, measuring 38.50 meters long and 5.07 meters wide. It can accommodate 22 passengers, in 11 cabins offering amenities and providing guests with all the comforts they need during their stay. On board, everything has been taken care of down to the smallest detail with six crew members to guarantee a personalised service. The decoration creates a particularly soft and welcoming atmosphere. Located on the upper deck are the restaurant, which offers delicate cuisine in a refined setting, the lounge bar and a relaxation area with a jacuzzi. Comfortable sun loungers are provided on the sun deck, the ideal place to relax and admire the surrounding landscapes.
RESTAURANT
Located on the main deck, the restaurant is where all meals are served during your cruise. It seats all guests at tables which vary in size with a panoramic view. The atmosphere is casual but elegant.
TERRACE
Located at the front of the barge and equipped with tables and parasols, you can easily share a moment with friends or unwind while enjoying the view.
LOUNGE BAR
The lounge tastefully decorated and offers panoramic views. Cocktails and games, dancing, and other forms of entertainment all happen here.
CABINS
- TV
- Telephone (for internal calls only)
- Bathroom with shower and toilet
- Towels
- Safe
- Independent air-conditioning
- Electricity 220V
- Wi-Fi
Please note that there is no laundry service on board the ship.
Tour Inclusions:
- Two’s a Crowd Tour Host
- 1 night’s accommodation at the Villa Pantheon, Latin Quarter or similar
- 6 nights’ accommodation aboard the MS Déborah
- All meals on board the MS Déborah plus water, wine, beer, fruit juices during meals and coffee after lunch/dinner for meals eaten on the barge
- Other meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner, S=supper)
- Drinks from the bar, except for champagne or wines from the “special list” (can be purchased for an additional charge)
- Assistance on the barge from our onboard multilingual host/hostess
- Welcome cocktail and gala dinner
- Group transfers from airport to hotel at the start of the tour, coach from Paris to Épernay, and cruise to airport at the end
- All sightseeing, guided tours, and entrance and port fees as detailed in the itinerary
- Gratuities
Tour Exclusions:
- Travel Insurance (we can assist)
- International/domestic flights to the start/end of the tour
- Expenses of a personal nature, such as laundry, taxis, souvenirs and phone calls
- Meals and drinks not included in the itinerary
- Pre- and post-tour accommodation (we can assist)
- Visa costs (if applicable)
- Any tours listed as “Optional Tours” (and are subject to change, depending on weather and schedule changes)
- Porterage
Cruise the magnificent Marne…
Explore the best of France with a solo’s tour starting in one of the most stunning cities of the world—Paris! Then enjoy a scenic cruise through the stunning Champagne region in a quaint French barge boat. Discover incredible architecture and historical monuments, relish in the French cuisine, and be immersed in the wonderful atmosphere that makes France such a popular destination. The scenery will be awe-inspiring as we sail some of France’s most prestigious waterways, with the opportunity to explore charming towns steeped in history, and taste local cheeses, pastries, desserts, and other mouth-watering produce. Throughout your journey you will discover just why France is one of the most loved countries in the world, as well as delight in the beautiful landscapes and French delicacies—especially the bubbles, cheese, and wine!
Will you join us?
DAY 1 Wednesday 2nd Aug 2023
PARIS (D)
Today you will arrive in the fabulous French capital—Paris! Check into your hotel and then enjoy your day at leisure, before meeting up with your fellow cruise passengers and Two’s a Crowd Host. Tonight, you will all enjoy an authentic French dinner together, as well as a tour briefing.
Accommodation: Your own room at Villa Pantheon, Latin Quarter or similar
DAY 2 Thursday 3rd Aug
PARIS – ÉPERNAY (B/D)
After breakfast, the morning is yours to explore Paris. After lunch we will transfer from Paris by coach (approx. 2 hrs) to join our ship in Épernay. Passengers are welcome to board the ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into our cabins, we will be introduced to the crew at a welcome cocktail reception before dinner.
Accommodation: Your own room aboard the MS Déborah, where you will remain for the duration of your stay
DAY 3 Friday 4th Aug
ÉPERNAY – DORMANS (B/L/D)
Today we’ll set off by coach for our excursion to Reims. We’ll have a guided tour of the historic center and its cathedral before returning to the ship. The afternoon will be spent sailing to Dormans, arriving in the evening.
DAY 4 Saturday 5th Aug
DORMANS – CHÂTEAU-THIERRY (B/L/D)
Join us for an excursion along the famous Champagne route. We’ll set out on a discovery tour of the village of Hautvilliers, birthplace of Champagne. We’ll visit a major Champagne house followed by a tasting of champagne. We’ll return on board and cruise to Château Thierry, through the beautiful Marne canal landscapes. We’ll reach our destination in the late afternoon.
DAY 5 Sunday 6th Aug
CHÂTEAU-THIERRY – SAINT-JEAN-LES-DEUX-JUMEAUX (B/L/D)
Today we’ll discover the town of Château-Thierry and participate in a falconry show with live demonstrations. Afterwards, we’ll return on board and cruise to Saint-Jean-les-Deux-Jumeaux, reaching it during the evening.
DAY 6 Monday 7th Aug
SAINT-JEAN-LES-DEUX-JUMEAUX – MEAUX – LAGNY-SUR-MARNE (B/L/D)
Sit back and relax today as we cruise to Meaux. This afternoon, we’ll set out on a guided tour of this charming town, followed by a tasting of Meaux’s famous Brie de Meaux cheese. Afterwards, we’ll return on board in Lagny-sur-Marne.
DAY 7 Tuesday 8th Aug
LAGNY-SUR-MARNE – PARIS (B/L/D)
Early this morning, we will begin our cruise home towards Paris. When we arrive in the afternoon, we’ll set out for an excursion through the major sites of the capital. Join us on an original walk along some of the most breathtaking covered walkways in Paris, allowing you to travel back through time and history around the Palais Royal. Tonight is our gala dinner and final evening on board the MS Deborah.
DAY 8 Wednesday 9th Aug
PARIS (B)
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast aboard the MS Déborah and bid au revoir to your fellow shipmates before disembarking at 9:00 a.m.
TOUR DATES: 2ND – 9TH AUGUST 2023
TOUR PRICING: A$7,900 PLUS AIRFARES/TAXES
MS DÉBORAH
A canal barge cruise is an authentic and timeless experience. A privileged moment where you take the time to discover la douce France in a different way.
The MS Déborah is a superb Premium canal barge, measuring 38.50 meters long and 5.07 meters wide. It can accommodate 22 passengers, in 11 cabins offering amenities and providing guests with all the comforts they need during their stay. On board, everything has been taken care of down to the smallest detail with six crew members to guarantee a personalised service. The decoration creates a particularly soft and welcoming atmosphere. Located on the upper deck are the restaurant, which offers delicate cuisine in a refined setting, the lounge bar and a relaxation area with a jacuzzi. Comfortable sun loungers are provided on the sun deck, the ideal place to relax and admire the surrounding landscapes.
RESTAURANT
Located on the main deck, the restaurant is where all meals are served during your cruise. It seats all guests at tables which vary in size with a panoramic view. The atmosphere is casual but elegant.
TERRACE
Located at the front of the barge and equipped with tables and parasols, you can easily share a moment with friends or unwind while enjoying the view.
LOUNGE BAR
The lounge tastefully decorated and offers panoramic views. Cocktails and games, dancing, and other forms of entertainment all happen here.
CABINS
- TV
- Telephone (for internal calls only)
- Bathroom with shower and toilet
- Towels
- Safe
- Independent air-conditioning
- Electricity 220V
- Wi-Fi
Please note that there is no laundry service on board the ship.
Tour Inclusions:
- Two’s a Crowd Tour Host
- 1 night’s accommodation at the Villa Pantheon, Latin Quarter or similar
- 6 nights’ accommodation aboard the MS Déborah
- All meals on board the MS Déborah plus water, wine, beer, fruit juices during meals and coffee after lunch/dinner for meals eaten on the barge
- Other meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner, S=supper)
- Drinks from the bar, except for champagne or wines from the “special list” (can be purchased for an additional charge)
- Assistance on the barge from our onboard multilingual host/hostess
- Welcome cocktail and gala dinner
- Group transfers from airport to hotel at the start of the tour, coach from Paris to Épernay, and cruise to airport at the end
- All sightseeing, guided tours, and entrance and port fees as detailed in the itinerary
- Gratuities
Tour Exclusions:
- Travel Insurance (we can assist)
- International/domestic flights to the start/end of the tour
- Expenses of a personal nature, such as laundry, taxis, souvenirs and phone calls
- Meals and drinks not included in the itinerary
- Pre- and post-tour accommodation (we can assist)
- Visa costs (if applicable)
- Any tours listed as “Optional Tours” (and are subject to change, depending on weather and schedule changes)
- Porterage
