Accommodations & Amenities View Deck Plan

Accommodations
  • 128 ft long, with 6’6″ – 7’0” ceiling height throughout
  • 4 cabins ranging from 235 -265 sq ft
  • Moliere and Voltaire cabins are 265 sq ft, 6’6” ceiling height
  • Dumas Suite and Hugo cabins are 235 sq ft, 6’6” ceiling height
  • Choice of King or two twin beds
  • Ensuite bathroom with shower in all cabins
  • Ample storage space in cabins
  • Salon and dining room
  • Deck with canopy
  • Outdoor dining space and seating
Amenities
Chauffeured Guided Sightseeing
Chauffeured Guided Sightseeing
Daily Housekeeping
Daily Housekeeping
WiFi (service fluctuates)
WiFi (service fluctuates)
Private Chef
Private Chef
Open Bar
Open Bar
Bicycles and Helmets
Bicycles and Helmets
Air Conditioning/Heating
Air Conditioning/Heating
Hair Dryer and Toiletries
Hair Dryer and Toiletries
Bathrobe
Bathrobe
Safe
Safe
Hot Tub on Deck
Hot Tub on Deck
Sound System
Sound System
220 volt outlets
220 volt outlets

Itineraries

Montargis to Chatillion-sur-Loire on the Canal de Briare

Bicycling Opportunities:
Excellent 
 (Bicycling is completely optional.)
Sunday
Welcome Aboardsunday image
Welcome Aboard
Travel: Arrival to Montargis, cruise to Amilly
Meals: Dinner onboard

In the afternoon, you will be met by a crew member of the Renaissance at the designated meeting point. From here, relax as you are chauffeured to the barge, moored in Montargis. After a champagne welcome, enjoy a late afternoon cruise. Drinks and dinner are presented onboard.

Monday
Cooking Demonstration at a Private Chateaumonday image
Cooking Demonstration at a Private Chateau
Travel: Amilly to Montbouy
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner onboard

This morning, a leisurely cruise through wooded countryside is the perfect time to sip coffee on the deck or visit your Captain in his wheelhouse. In the afternoon, visit the privately-owned Château de La Bussière, known as the "fishermen’s castle". Tour the ornamental flowerbeds and vegetable gardens, and then join your barge Chef in the Chateau's kitchen for a cooking demonstration with freshly picked produce. Return to the Renaissance for cocktails and canapes before tonight's delicious dinner is served onboard.

Tuesday
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Timeless Charm and Chocolate Praline Tasting
Travel: Montbouy to Rogny-les-Sept-Ecluses
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & diner onboard

This morning, explore Montargis, known as the “Little Venice of the Gatinais” with its 131 bridges crossing romantic flower-laden streets. Our footsteps bring us to Mazet, confectioners renowned for their original chocolate praline recipe created over 100 years ago. Observe the baker making these pralines and enjoy a tasting of this delicious product. Then return to Renaissance and enjoy a cruise to the village of Rogny-les-Sept-Ecluses, named for the nearby 350 year old flight of locks, now a national monument. Relax in the hot tub as Chef creates another delicious dinner on board.

Wednesday
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The World of Art Comes Alive
Travel: Rogny-les-Sept-Ecluses to La Gazonne
Meals: Breakfast and dinner onboard, lunch ashore

Begin the day in Moret-sur-Loing, home to Impressionist painter Alfred Sisley, who painted many scenes of this lovely village. Your Tour Guide then introduces the chateau home of Rosa Bonheur. She was one of the most important female painters of the 19th century, famed for her animal scenes, which included Buffalo Bill on horseback! After lunch in the private salon, join the current owner for a tour and view of Bonheur’s works. Cruise this afternoon to the idyllic rural mooring of La Gazotte, surrounded by lakes and ponds. Cocktails and dinner on board ends this delightful day.

Thursday
Swirl, Sip, and Savor in Sancerrethursday image
Swirl, Sip, and Savor in Sancerre
Travel: La Gazonne to Briare
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner onboard

Laze in the hot tub this morning as Renaissance cruises through idyllic scenery, or explore the passing villages on foot or by bicycle. In the afternoon, visit the renowned Sancerre winery of Hubert Brochard, which produces crisp and fragrant white wines. Sample the region’s terroir at a winetasting for a unique immersion into the world of wine pairings and flavor profiles. Back onboard, Chef is busy preparing tonight’s gourmet dinner.

Friday
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Bustling Market and Spectacular Architecture
Travel: Briare to Chatillon-sur-Loire
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner onboard

Bonjour! Today, foodies and Francophiles can join the locals for an early morning market visit. This afternoon’s cruise takes us over the Loire River at Briare on the “Pont Canal”, the famous aqueduct designed by Gustave Eiffel. Upon mooring, your Tour Guide escorts you to Chateau de la Ratilly, where spectacular architecture of 13th century turreted towers awaits. The Farewell Feast tonight ends your cruise in style.

Saturday
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A Sad Farewell
Travel: Transfer from Chatillon-sur-Loire
Meals: Breakfast onboard

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

Please note: this is a sample itinerary which may be subject to change depending on local conditions.

Montargis to Chatillion-sur-Loire on the Canal de Briare

Bicycling Opportunities:
Adequate 
 (Bicycling is completely optional.)

CREATE A CUSTOM FAMILY CRUISE ITINERARY AND REPLACE A MAXIMUM OF 4 OF THE EXCURSIONS WITH YOUR PREFERRED FAMILY ACTIVITIES FROM THE LIST BELOW.

Due to their nature, some activities carry a supplement and must be booked directly with the provider. All activities are subject to availability. Please contact your Cruise Coordinator to discuss your requirements.

THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES CAN BE INCLUDED IN YOUR CRUISE FARE WITHOUT SUPPLEMENT AND CAN USUALLY BE ARRANGED ON-BOARD DIRECT WITH THE CAPTAIN:

Animal park · Archery (14 years+) · Bowling · Go-karting (7 years+) · Horse & Carriage · Kayaking · Laser tag · Pedal cars · Swimming · Tennis · Tree climbing & ziplining (height restrictions apply)

THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES CARRY A SUPPLEMENT PAYABLE DIRECT TO THE PROVIDER WHOSE INDIVIDUAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS APPLY:

Hot air ballooning · Paintball (12 years+)
Sunday
Welcome Aboardsunday image
Welcome Aboard
Travel: Arrival to Montargis
Meals: Dinner onboard

In the afternoon, you will be met by a crew member of the Renaissance at the designated meeting point. From here, relax as you are chauffeured to the barge, moored in Montargis. A traditional champagne welcome and introduction to the crew awaits you, before your first of many gourmet dinners aboard. End the evening with a nightcap in the hot tub.

Monday
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Ornamental Opulence
Travel: Montargis to Montbouy
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, & dinner onboard

A morning cruise presents the perfect opportunity to relax on deck with a cup of coffee. In the afternoon, your Tour Guide escorts you to the Chateau of Fontainebleau, the only royal chateau to have been continuously inhabited for seven centuries. Ornately decorated and opulently furnished, your guided tour provides an unparalleled view of European history, French culture, and ornamental architecture. Return to the barge where cocktail hour precedes tonight's gourmet dinner.

Tuesday
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Discover One of France’s Most Unique Chateaux
Travel: Montbouy to Rogny-les-Sept-Ecluses
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, & dinner onboard

This morning, your Tour Guide escorts you to the Chateau de la Bussiere, known for its gorgeous kitchen gardens, as well its unusual décor inspired by ichthyology. Return to the Renaissance for a lazy afternoon cruise. Relax on deck this afternoon or explore the towpath on foot or by bicycle as Renaissance cruises past a 350 year-old flight of seven locks, an engineering marvel of its time. Enjoy drinks and dinner onboard tonight.

Wednesday
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Pearls of French Pottery
Travel: Rogny -les-Sept-Ecluses to La Gazonne
Meals: Breakfast & lunch onboard, dinner ashore

This morning's excursion is to the town of Gien, the world famous center for French tableware. Visit the pottery, where designs of the original 19th century pieces were initially inspired by other European manufacturers or from those originating from the Far East. Your Tour Guide returns you to the barge for an afternoon cruise. Dinner tonight is at Auberge des Templiers, a former post house converted to an inn and restaurant. Enjoy an evening stroll on the lovely grounds of this historic property

Thursday
Swirl, Sip and Savor in Sancerrethursday image
Swirl, Sip and Savor in Sancerre
Travel: La Gazonne to Briare
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner onboard

Laze in the hot tub this morning as Renaissance cruises through idyllic scenery, or explore the passing villages on foot or by bicycle. In the afternoon, visit the vineyards of Sancerre, which produce crisp and fragrant white wines. Sample the region’s terroir at a winetasting for a unique immersion into the world of wine pairings and flavor profiles. Back onboard, Chef is busy preparing tonight’s gourmet dinner.

Friday
Bustling Market and Spectacular Architecturefriday image
Bustling Market and Spectacular Architecture
Travel: Briare to Chatillon-sur-Loire
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner onboard

Bonjour! Today, foodies and Francophiles can join the locals for an early morning market visit. This afternoon’s cruise takes us over the Loire River at Briare on the “Pont Canal”, the famous aqueduct designed by Gustave Eiffel. Upon mooring, your Tour guide escorts you to Chateau de la Ratilly, where spectacular architecture of 13th century turreted towers awaits. The Captain’s Dinner tonight ends your cruise in style.

Saturday
A Sad Farewellsaturday image
A Sad Farewell
Travel: Transfer from Chatillon-sur-Loire
Meals: Breakfast onboard

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

Please note: this is a sample itinerary which may be subject to change depending on local conditions.

Gourmet Dining

Lunch
  • Fresh Foie Gras Grilled with Grapes
  • Lamb Medallions in a Red Wine Sauce with Potato Gratin and Young Spring Vegetables, Provencal-Style
  • Cheeses: Delice de Pommard and Crottin de Chavignol
  • A Selection of Coffees, Teas, and Biscuits
  • 1 Lunch Ashore Inclusive of Cruise Rate
Dinner
  • Escargot in Pastry
  • Roasted Duck in Orange Sauce with Puree of Artichokes and Fresh Garden Peas
  • Cheeses: Bleu de St. Agur and Livarot
  • Homemade Strawberry Pie with French Custard
  • A Selection of After Dinner Drinks
Wine
  • Domaine Chanson Beaune 1er
  • Domaine Jaffelin Nuits-St-George
  • Domaine Chanson Savigny les Beaunes Haut Marconnets 1er Cru
  • Domaine Vacheron Sancerre Les Paradis 2018
  • Henri Bourgeois Sancerre Rosé Les Baronnes
  • Champagne Jacquard

Rates & Dates

Accommodation
Value Season
Regular Season
Private Cruise for 8 guests$67,500$78,000
Private Cruise for 7 guests$65,100$75,200
Private Cruise for up to six guests$62,700$72,400
Double Cabin (Per Person, Double Occupancy)$9,080$10,490
Single Supplement$3,400$3,900

2025 Dates

Italic Dates = Value Season
Gray Bold Dates = Regular Season

Month
Days
April6-12, 13-19, 20-26, 27-3
May4-10, 11-17, 18-24, 25-31
June1-7, 8-14, 15-21, 22-28, 29-5
July6-12, 13-19, 20-26, 27-2
August3-9, 10-16, 17-23, 24-30, 31-6
September7-13, 14-20, 21-27, 28-4
October5-11, 12-18, 19-25, 26-1

Additional Details

Included in the rate
  • 6 nights/7 days in a cabin with a private bath
  • Round trip chauffeured transfers to and from Paris
  • A dedicated onboard crew consisting of a Captain, Chef, Tour Guide, and Hostess
  • All meals onboard and ashore from dinner the first evening to breakfast the final morning
  • All wines served with lunches and dinners both onboard and ashore
  • Open bar with alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • Daily escorted excursions including admittance fees
  • Unlimited use of onboard amenities such as bicycles and the hot tub
Not included in the rate
  • International airfare
  • Cancellation insurance
  • Suggested crew gratuity of 5-10% of the cruise price

All rates are quoted in U.S. Dollars unless otherwise noted

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