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Hotel
Barge Anjodi
Cruise the Canal Du Midi
Seven Days / Six Nights
 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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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 hilltop fort of Minerve |
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View to the Pyrenees
mountains across the vineyards
and discover Cathar history |
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Narbonne's colourful
market |
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| Culinary
Notes |
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Regional Dishes
Noisette d'agneau en croute
de sel avec sauce romarin
Ragout de calamars 'Provencale'
Regional Wines
Domain de Guery
Chateau de Nouvelles
La Clape
Chateau la Condamine Bertrand
Regional Cheeses
Le Saint-Remois
Fromage de Chevre au Poivre
et au Thym
Tomme de Valdeblore
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Hotel Barge Programme
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Barge Programme
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DAY 1
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Sunday
MARSEILLAN
You will be met at the meeting point
in Montpellier at 4pm and escorted by
minibus to Anjodi moored in the lakeside
fishing village of Marseillan, home
to Noilly Prat vermouth. Enjoy a Champagne
welcome with a view over the oyster
beds and time for a relaxed stroll around
this charming fishing village before
dinner aboard. |
DAY 2
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Monday
MARSEILLAN TO PORTIRAGNES
This morning we cruise from Marseillan
to Portiragnes. On the way we visit
the old Greco/Phoenician port of Agde
and explore its narrow, mediaeval streets
carved from the Languedocian hills'
black volcanic stone. 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 playwright Moliere,
who is said to have written many plays
while staying there. We then cruise
to the bottom of the Fonserannes 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
fllight of Fonserannes 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 aboard. |
| DAY 5 |
Thursday
POILHES TO ARGELIERS
A morning visit to Narbonne, a Roman
Mediterranean capital, where the Visigoth
monarchs lived. Enjoy the Archbishop's
Palace and Horreum. Explore the indoor
market at the hub of this bustling canalside
town, where you will have time to shop
or simply absorb the relaxed atmosphere.
Return to the barge for a cruise along
the shaded winding canal to Argeliers,
stopping off en route at Domaine de
Guery, a 500 year old canalside 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 BEZIERS
After breakfast, return from Le Somail
by minibus to Montpellier for 2008 cruises, or to Beziers for 2009 cruises. Expected
arrival time 11am. |
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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.
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| Meeting
Point |
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pm, Hotel Metropole, 3 Rue du
Clos Rene,
34000 Montpelier |
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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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