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
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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.
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ACCOMMODATION
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REGULAR
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VALUE
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Charter 8 guests wholeboat
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$31,000
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$27,200
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Charter 7 guests wholeboat
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$29,800
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$26,200
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Charter 6 guests wholeboat
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$28,600
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$25,200
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Stateroom per person
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$4090
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$3590
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Single supplement
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$1500
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$1300
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DEPARTURE DATES
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RATE
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ROUTE
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March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - charter only
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Value
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Canal du Midi
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April 6,13
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Value
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Canal du Midi
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April
20, 27; May 4, 11, 18, 25; June 1, 8,15, 22,
29; July 6
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Regular
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Canal du Midi
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July
13, 20, 27; Aug 3,10, 17
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Value
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Canal du Midi
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August
24, 31; September 7,14, 21, 28;
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Regular
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Canal du Midi
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November
2,
9
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Value
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Provence & Camargue
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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.
Charter
bookings:
Child reduction of $300 applicable for all children aged 0-17 years.
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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)
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Horse
Riding Cruises
are available for charter groups at a supplement of $4300 per charter. Please
contact us for itinerary.
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*Walking
Cruises
are available for charter groups at a supplement of $3000 per charter. Please
contact us for itinerary.
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*Wine
Appreciation Cruises are
available for charter groups at a supplement of $3000 per charter. Please
contact us for itinerary
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Family
Cruises are
available for charter groups. Please
contact us for itinerary. No
supplement applies.
