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Hotel
Barge Anjodi
Cruise the Canal Du Midi
Seven Days / Six Nights
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 The
300 year old Canal du Midi skirts the sun-bathed
shores of the Mediterranean before winding
inland through ancient villages and Roman
fortications toward the famed wine region
of Bordeaux.
 The
pace of life is relaxed and lulls you into
unwinding as you cruise the meandering sun-drenched
Canal du Midi. You will discover a marvellous
blend of ancient Gallo-Roman and traditional
influences throughout this region of historic
importance.
The cuisine is a delicious
combination of both Provencal and traditional
flavours. Fresh seafood and regional specialities
with the little known but excellent Corbieres
and Minervois wines produce an unforgetable
repertoire of meals.
The 8 passenger Anjodi is of classic Dutch
design, specifically rebuilt to navigate
the Canal du Midi. She has been completely
refurbished in the tasteful tradition of
African hardwoods, hand-crafted panelling
and shining brass, creating a comfortable
and charming ambience.
The well planned accommodation offers a
choice of four air-conditioned twin staterooms
with full en-suite facilities. The sun deck
is spacious and has a heated sunken jacuzzi.
 Anjodi's
highly professional crew of four comprises
Master Chef, Tour Guide, and Stewardess,
led by a knowledgeable and experienced Captain
who will ensure your cruise is memorable
and more!
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Cruise Highlights |
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All-inclusive open bar, free
wines,gourmet cuisine, entry fees to excursions |
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Tour Carcassonne, the most complete medieval fortified city in existence |
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Visit the ancient Roman city of Narbonne |
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Explore the 12th century hill-top fort of Minerve |
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Private tastings of Corbières wine at Domaine de Guery |
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See the Pyrenees mountains across the vineyards and discover Cathar history |
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Experience Narbonne's colorful indoor market |
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Visit Béziers and
600 B.C. L'Oppium D'Enserune |
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| Culinary
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Regional Dishes
Noisette d'agneau en croute
de sel avec sauce romarin
Ragout de calamars 'Provencale'
Regional Wines
Domaine de Guery
Chateau des Nouvelles, La Clape,
Chateau la Condamine, Bertrand
Regional Cheeses
Le Saint-Remois
Fromage de Chevre au Poivre
et au Thyme
Tomme de Valdeblore
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Barge Programme
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Itinerary
Marseillan to Le Somail |
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DAY 1
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Sunday
MARSEILLAN
You will be met at The Holiday Inn Hotel,
Montpellier at 4pm, or Montpellier TGV
station on request, and escorted by
minibus to Anjodi moored in the lake
side fishing village of Marseillan,
enjoying a view over the oyster beds,
home of Noilly Pratt Vermouth. Champagne
welcome followed by time for a relaxing
stroll around this lovely fishing village
before dinner aboard. |
DAY 2
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Monday
MARSEILLAN TO PORTIRAGNES
This morning we cruise from Marseillan
to Portiragnes through the nature reserve
of Bagnas with potential sightings of
flamingo’s and other birds. After
lunch an informative wine tasting in
the 14th Century Chateau de Perdiguier,
famed for its 15th century frescoes
and Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay
wines. Dinner aboard. |
| DAY 3 |
Tuesday
PORTIRAGNES TO BEZIERS
This morning we visit Pezenas, a delightful
village, mostly known for its associations
with the French play write Moliere,
who is said to have written many plays
while staying there. We then cruise
to the bottom of the Fonseranes 7 lock
flight at Beziers where we continue
along the 300 year old tree lined Canal
du Midi. Dinner in Beziers |
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Wednesday
BEZIERS TO POILHES
This morning we cross the aqueduct over
the River Orb and then ascend the 7-lock
flight of Fonseranes before reaching
the world’s oldest canal tunnel
at Malpas. On arrival at the picturesque
village of Poilhes we take an excursion
out to Minerve, the ancient capital
of Minervois, which boasts a 12th Century
Cathar fort surrounded by deep limestone
gorges. Besieged by Simon de Montfort
in 1215, its hill-top location affords
spectacular views. A fascinating recreation
in miniature of the bloodthirsty Cathar
rebellion and small museum complete
the intriguing picture. Dinner on board.
On certain cruises, an alternative
to the wine tasting may be offered to
l'Oppidum D'Enserune, a pre-Roman hilltop
settlement with Greek and Iberian excavations
dating from 600 BC. |
| DAY 5 |
Thursday
POILHES TO ARGELIERS
A morning visit to Narbonne, a Roman
Mediterranean capital where the Visigoth
monarchs once lived. Enjoy the Archbishop’s
Palace and Horreum. Explore the indoor
market at the hub of this bustling town,
where you will have time to shop or
simply absorb the relaxed atmosphere.
Return to the barge for a cruise along
the shaded canal to Argeliers, stopping
off en route at Domaine de Guery, a
500 year old canal side vineyard, for
a pre-dinner wine tasting of the full-bodied
Corbieres. Dinner aboard. |
| DAY 6 |
Friday
ARGELIER TO LE SOMAIL
Morning visit to Carcassonne. Dating
back to the Gallo-Roman era, this is
the most complete mediaeval fortified
city in existence today. With its 52
watchtowers, portcullis and extraordinary
repertoire of defenses, it resisted
the many armies that tried to storm
this Camelot setting. In the afternoon
we cruise along the historic Midi Canal
to the delightful village of Le Somail.
Captain's Farewell Dinner aboard. |
| DAY 7 |
Saturday
LE SOMAIL TO MONTPELLIER
After breakfast, depart from Le Somail
by minibus to Montpellier TGV station
or Montpellier by 10am. |
| NOTE: |
This is a sample itinerary and
is subject to change.On alternate
weeks, the cruise will be in reverse
direction.
NOTE:
In late autumn, Anjodi embarks on Roman
architecture and wine appreciation cruises
in the Camargue/Provence region. Visits
include: Avignon, Van Gogh's Arles,
and Chateauneuf du Pape. Golf, Tennis
and Art charters are also available. |
| Meeting
Point |
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pm
at designated hotel in
Montpelier (or at Montpelier
TGV Station if requested) |
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| Boat
Features |
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100 feet long |
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8 passengers |
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4 crew |
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4 twin/double
Staterooms |
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Air-conditioned |
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Centrally heated |
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Jacuzzi |
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Teak furnished shaded sun-deck |
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8 touring bikes |
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Air-conditioned minibus |
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