Enchante

In the afternoon, you will be met by a crew member of the Enchante at the designated meeting point. From here, relax as you are chauffeured to the barge, moored nearby in Sallèles d'Aude. A traditional champagne welcome and introduction to the crew awaits you, before your first of many gourmet dinners onboard. After dinner, the hot tub beckons!

This morning, your Tour Guide chauffeurs you to Mas d’Antonin for a truffle hunt! Follow the expert truffle dogs searching under the oak trees to find the “black gold” which we can help to dig up and then sample, having judged the appearance, color, and, most importantly, aroma. A leisurely cruise this afternoon reveals more of the rustically beautiful canal. Drinks and dinner onboard end this delightful day.

The morning begins with an escorted visit to Narbonne, a regional capital established in 118 B.C.E. as a Roman colony. A study of European history and local modernity thriving side by side, Roman ruins are presented in public spaces, while the lively Narbonne market reflects the region’s gastronomic bounty. Return to the barge for an afternoon cruise. Laze on deck, or explore the towpath's flora and fauna with a leisurely stroll. Join Chef in the open galley to observe French cooking techniques before tonight's gourmet dinner is served.

This morning, your Tour Guide escorts you to a Benedictine Abbey founded in the 8th century, nestled in the village of Lagrasse. Explore this delightful town in the heart of the Corbieres, where charming avenues house a multitude of specialty boutiques and craft shops. Sample authentic local cuisine with a gastronomic luncheon in a dining venue overlooking the Corbieres vineyards. Back on the barge, this afternoon's cruise is the perfect time to laze in the hot tub or socialize in the salon. Cocktails and canapes precede tonight's dinner party onboard.

This morning's cruise is the perfect time to relax on deck with a cup of coffee and watch the scenery slip by. Today’s excursion includes a wine tour and tasting in a chateau in Minervois – one of the few regions to receive the much-envied mark of approval for wines known as the A.O.C. After swirling, sipping, and savoring these fine wines, return to the barge for a lazy afternoon cruise. Enjoy this evening's candlelit dinner onboard.

This morning, your Tour Guide chauffeurs you to Carcassonne, a fortified Medieval fortress with a walled city. Explore the ancient castle and preserved ramparts to admire the mighty 53 Roman towers. Stroll the cobblestone boulevards into local cafes and specialty boutiques. Return to the Enchante for an afternoon cruise, and explore the tree-shaded towpath on bicycle or on foot, or relax on deck with a glass of wine. Appetizers and aperitifs precede tonight's elegant gourmet repast at the Farewell Feast.

After breakfast, you will be chauffeured to the designated drop off point.