ANJODI

CANAL DU MIDI ITINERARY


The 8 passenger Anjodi is of classic Dutch design, specifically rebuilt to navigate the 300 year old Canal du Midi. She has been completely re-furbished 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/double staterooms with full en-suite facitlities. The sun deck is spacious and has a heated sunken Jacuzzi

Anjodi's highly professional crew of four is comprised of Master Chef, Tour guide and Stewardess, led by a knowledgeable and experienced Captain who will ensure your cruise is memorable and more!

Sunday, Day 1
BÉZIERS
Passengers are met by the Captain at 4.00 pm in Beziers, which has excellent air and TGV fast rail links with Paris. Champagne Welcome aboard followed by an evening cruise across the impressive River Orb aqueduct and ascend the 100 foot flight of locks at Fonséranes. Dinner aboard.

Monday, Day 2
BÉZIERS TO CAPESTANG
A morning visit to Beziers' 13th century fortified cathedral of Saint Nazaire, with a commanding view across to the Pyrenees Mountains. Explore l'Oppidum D'Enserune, a pre-Roman hill-top settlement with Greek and Iberian excavations dating from 600 B.C. Cruise to Capestang in the afternoon, our route takes us through the world's oldest canal tunnel at Malpas to Domaine de Guery for a pre-dinner wine tasting. Dinner aboard.

Tuesday, Day 3
CAPESTANG TO LE SOMAIL
Today's excursion is to Narbonne, a Roman Mediterranean capital where the Visigoth Monarchs once lived. Enjoy a visit to the Archbishop's Palace and Horreum. Explore the indoor market, at the hub of this bustling Midi town, where you will have time to shop or simply absorb the relaxed atmosphere. Afternoon cruise to Le Somail, where we moor near the old stone bridge, a perfect setting to enjoy dinner aboard.

Wednesday, Day 4
LE SOMAIL TO HOMPS
Begin the day with a trip to Lezignan market, full of vivid colours and characters. Following a leisurely cruise we sample the full-bodied Corbières wine of 17th century Chateau LaVoulte Gasparets. This evening we dine ashore, at a charming canalside inn, in the heart of the village of Homps.

Thursday, Day 5
HOMPS TO MARSEILLETTE
Enjoy a morning cruise to Puicheric. This afternoon's excursion to Minerve, the ancient captial of the Minervois, hosts a 12th century Cathar fort that is 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 blood-thirsty Cathar rebellion and small museum complete the intriguing picture. Twilight cruise to Marseillette and dinner aboard.

Friday, Day 6
MARSEILLETTE TO TRÉBES
Fascinating morning tour of Carcassonne. Dating back to the Gallo-Roman era, this is the most complete mediaeval, fortified city in existence today. With its 52 watch towers, portcullis and extraordinary repertoire of defenses which resisted the many armies that tried to storm this Camelot setting. Afternoon cruise to Trebes, through vineyards and pine trees. Captain's Farewell Dinner aboard.

Saturday, Day 7
TRÉBES TO BÉZIERS
After breakfast, return to Beziers.


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.

This is a sample itinerary and is subject to change. On alternate weeks, cruise will be in reverse.

 

ANJODI
Year 2011 Rates in US Dollars

ACCOMMODATION
REGULAR
VALUE
Charter 8 guests wholeboat
$36,000
$31,500
Charter 7 guests wholeboat
$34,500
$30,500
Charter 6 guests wholeboat
$33,600
$28,500
Stateroom  per person
$4790
$4190
Single supplement
$1700
$1500

 

DEPARTURE DATES
RATE
ROUTE
March 6, 13, 20, 27  - charter only
Value
Canal du Midi
April 3, 10,17,
Value
Canal du Midi
April 24; May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; June 5,12, 19, 26; 
Regular
Canal du Midi
July3, 10, 17
Regular
Canal du Midi
Jul 24,31Aug, 7, 14, 21,28
Value
Canal du Midi
Sept 4,11, 18, 26; Oct 2, 9
Regular
Canal du Midi
Oct 16, 23 30  Oct 30
Value
Canal du Midi
November 6
Value
Provence & Camargue

Meeting Points
The Metropole Hotel in Montpellier at 4pm and transfer back to Montpellier to the airport, train station or The Metropole Hotel by about 11am on the Saturday morning. 

 

Individual Bookings: Child 12 to 17 years traveling with an adult $300 reduction
Charter bookings: Child reduction of $300 applicable for all children aged 0-17 years.

      -        All cruises require a minimum of 2 passengers to guarantee departures.

-        Golf Cruises are available for charter groups at a supplement of $500 per person. Please contact us for itinerary. (non-golfers in the group do not pay the supplement)

-        Horse Riding Cruises are available for charter groups at a supplement of $4300 per charter. Please contact us for itinerary.

-        *Walking Cruises are available for charter groups at a supplement of $3000 per charter. Please contact us for itinerary.

-        *Wine Appreciation Cruises are available for charter groups at a supplement of $3000 per charter. Please contact us for itinerary

-        Family Cruises are available for charter groups.  Please contact us for itinerary.  No supplement applies.

 

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