Sunday: Paris to Auxonne - A Champagne Welcome

Our private driver meets you in Paris or Geneva to drive you to the Grand Victoria, moored in Auxonne to enjoy your French river cruise. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by our cheerful crew and experience our Grand Victoria welcome. While we get you checked in and the crew take your luggage to your stateroom, you'll have the chance to sit and relax with our signature champagne welcome before your first of many incredible dinners on board.

Monday: Auxonne to St Jean Losne - Wine Tasting in the Cote d'Or

We start our week with breakfast aboard, followed by your first burgundy river cruise down one of the prettiest stretches of the Saone. After a delightful al-fresco lunch onboard (weather permitting), we depart for the historic Chateau du Clos de Vougeot, once home of the Cistercian monks and their burgundy vineyards. This is a great excursion for Burgundy wine lovers and history buffs alike! Afterward enjoy an informal private wine tasting at a renowned Cote d'Or cellar, before returning to the Grand Victoria. Enjoy cocktails and laughter onboard, while the chef prepares a mouth-watering gourmet dinner.

Tuesday: St. Jean de Losne to Seurre - Market Day with Lunch in Dijon

We depart the Grand Victoria in the morning for a walking tour of Dijon's historic marketplace, designed by Gustav Eiffel himself. Mingle amongst the local shoppers and experience this traditional French market day. A short informal historic tour of the Ducal Palace, Notre Dame, and a 15th century medieval shopping street will bring us to the Place du Bareuzai, where we'll enjoy lunch with the locals at an authentic French bistro. After lunch, guests are welcome to explore Dijon's many shopping options before enjoying a mustard tasting at the historic Maille Maison founded in 1747. We'll return to the Grand Victoria for an afternoon of cruising down the scenic Saone River to the medieval village of Seurre.

Wednesday: Seurre to Chalon-sur-Soane - Chateau Rully

The day begins with a tour of the historic city of Beaune, famous not only for wine but also for one of France's most prestigious monuments, the Hospice de Beaune, founded in 1443 to care for the poor and most disadvantaged after the ravages of the 100 years war and plague. Behind the striking Gothic architecture and polychrome roofs, discover the lives of patients and nurses alike in the various rooms, including the hospital dormitory, apothecary, pharmacy and kitchens. A real treat for art lovers is viewing the polyptych of the Last Judgement, painted by Rogier van der Weyden.

We'll enjoy lunch in a local Michelin-starred restaurant, then return to the Grand Victoria for cocktails and to continue our journey along the beautiful River Saône. We'll arrive in the ancient town of Chalon-sur-Saône in the late afternoon. There will be time to cycle along the towpath for those wishing to explore by bicycle.

Happy Hour, which begins this evening on board with a selection of vinyl albums for a spot of nostalgia while the chef prepares another masterpiece.

Thursday: Chalon-su-Saone to Fragnes - Hotel Dieu, with Lunch in Beaune

Embark on an early morning tour of the historic city of Beaune. Here we visit the famous Hotel Dieu. A hospital from the Middle Ages, the Hospices de Beaune is one of France's most prestigious historic monuments. Its flamboyant Gothic architecture and its polychrome roofs make this museum one of Burgundy's gems. The Hospices de Beaune is also famous for its prestigious wines, making this an exciting visit for wine lovers. We'll enjoy lunch at a local Michelin Star restaurant before returning to the Grand Victoria for cocktails. Enjoy the views as we take a short afternoon cruise up the canal to the village of Fragnes. The adventurers in the group can ride one of our onboard bicycles, explore the tow paths along the Canal du Central. Happy hour starts a little earlier tonight with a selection of vinyl albums to take you back in time, while the chef prepares another culinary masterpiece.

Friday: Fragnes to Chagny

After breakfast on this day of your Burgundy canal barge cruise, we'll depart on a morning cruise of the burgundy canal. After lunch, we will visit the famous Chateau de Pommard, a historic Chateau near Beaune dating back centuries. At Pommard, we'll discover the true taste of Burgundy's appellations, viticulture, and winemaking from the heart of the largest privately-owned clos in the Cote d'Or. After our tasting, we will return to the Grand Victoria, where guests have the opportunity to kick back with a cocktail or explore Chagny before our final dinner together.

Saturday: Transfer to Paris or Geneva - Champagne Breakfast, Departure

It's our final morning together. Enjoy a delicious breakfast as you get ready to depart the Grand Victoria. Your private chauffeur arrives at 9:00 am to take you back to Paris or Geneva.

Please note that the cruise itinerary alternates direction each week.

 

 

Grand Victoria 2025 Pricing and Dates

 

2025 Pricing

 

Grand Victoria 2026 Pricing and Dates

2026 Pricing

ACCOMMODATION	VALUE	REGULAR
Charter 6 passengers	$53,000	$57,000
Charter 5 passengers	$49,500	$54,000
Charter 4 passengers	$47,300	$53,000
Suite per person	$9,800	$9,800
Single person supplement	$3,500	$3,500

 

The price includes accommodation with ensuite bathrooms
All meals, sommelier-selected premier and grand cru wines and alcoholic beverages carried on board
All sightseeing tours and admittance fees as stipulated in the itinerary
Use of bicycles and other facilities, including light laundry service
A selection of Pinot and Chardonnay Grand Cru wines
Round-trip transfers from the specified meeting point in Paris in a new Mercedes Viano

The price excludes air transportation, airport taxes, visas, health or accident insurance, trip cancellation insurance
Special Chateaux vintage wines
Optional activities not included in the itinerary
10% crew gratuity