A classic hotel barge, the beautiful Anjodi cruise ship whisks travelers away on a meandering tour along Canal du Midi and the dreamy countryside of southern France.
Built in 1929, this 100-foot-long barge features a stunning profile and classic Dutch design reminiscent of age-old yacht expeditions. Famous for her stint on the television series Rick Stein’s French Odyssey, Anjodi continues to live up to her reputation by offering one of the standout canal barge cruises in Europe. Today, travelers follow celebrity chef Rick Stein’s footsteps on a Canal du Midi tour of their own.
Tasteful interiors feature African hardwood paneling and shining brass to create a warm and luxurious onboard atmosphere during Canal du Midi cruises. Designed to host eight passengers and four crew members, the Anjodi barge promises well-appointed accommodations, high-end service, and an unforgettable adventure on French waterways.
Averaging to 91 - 102 sq ft. including the en suite. Twin Staterooms, wardrobe, private bathroom with shower, a small table between beds. Located on the main-deck
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Accommodations
With hotel barge Anjodi’s four staterooms, guests get their pick of twin or double-bed accommodations ranging from 91 to 102 square feet. All cabins feature air-conditioning, closet space, one or more portholes, and en suite facilities. Toiletries are also provided.
Amenities
Every Anjodi cruise delivers an unforgettable experience for vacationers in Europe, thanks in part to the boat’s top-notch amenities that help it stand out from other Canal du Midi boat hires.
Step into the barge’s intimate Saloon, an elegantly appointed space with rich hardwood floors, French dining furniture, plush banquette seating, and windows overlooking the rolling scenery. A fully stocked bar, as well as onboard books and music, create a lovely retreat for drinks and relaxation when you’re not exploring ashore.
The sprawling Sundeck is the highlight of the floating hotel, though. With padded lounge chairs, adjustable canopy umbrellas, and a hot tub, it’s the perfect spot on the yacht to bask in the beauty of the Mediterranean from sunrise to sundown. And on the Canal du Midi route, you can savor the balmy weather and picturesque views from the sundeck all season long.
Meals at Anjodi are a delight with the onboard chef serving well-prepared dishes that show off regional flavors and fresh ingredients. Other onboard amenities include Wi-Fi, central heating, and eight touring bikes for cycling tours along Canal du Midi. An air-conditioned minibus is also on hand.
Canal du Midi Cruise Route & Itineraries
Sail from Le Somail to Marseillan on Anjodi’s 7-day cruises of Canal du Midi, a World Heritage Site that winds through the ancient villages and sun-soaked vineyards of the Occitanie region. The historic canal is renowned as a masterpiece in French engineering, connecting the Mediterranean and the Atlantic through an impressive network of locks, aqueducts, bridges, and buildings.
Whether you’re on a private charter or a small tour group, Anjodi’s Canal du Midi cruise will take you to some of the best attractions in southern France. Historic stops include the world’s oldest canal tunnel Malpas, the age-old hilltop village Minerve, and the majestic Carcassonne, known as the most complete medieval fortified city in the world. Vino lovers will enjoy private wine tasting and tours at stunning vineyards like the 14th-century Château Pech-Celeyran.
Ship Features
Length: 100 ft.
Cabins: 4 Twin/Double Staterooms (91 to 102 sq. ft. incl. en suite)
Spa Pool
Air-Conditioned/Centrally Heated
About European Waterways
With over 40 years of experience, European Waterways has perfected the art of creating luxury barge holidays on Europe’s most beautiful waterways. Through the operators’ hotel barge cruises, travelers get to enjoy trips to spectacular landscapes and seascapes in the continent. European Waterways cruises include excursions to the Midi in Southern France, the Scottish Highlands, and tours from Ireland in the West to Venice in the East.
Each of the European Waterways vessels is fitted for up to 20 passengers. All undergo annual refurbishment to preserve the operator’s exceedingly high standards of safety, comfort, and personal service. Besides the Anjodi barge, their fleet includes Athos, Enchanté, La Bella Vita, and Spirit of Scotland, among others.
Anjodi Reviews
Most travelers who have experienced the Canal de Midi tour hail Anjodi’s crew for their service, knowledge, friendliness, and attentiveness. The hotel barge is described as snug but clean and comfortable with superb beds and air-conditioning. Contact one of our Adventure Life France experts to help you plan your own deluxe vacation in Canal du Midi and beyond.
The trip might have been the absolute best of our lifetime (thus far). We particularly want to commend our guide Peter in the Guilin area-he was so incredibly attentive, energetic, enthusiastic-and absolutely dedicated to ensuring that our meals were 100% vegetarian.
Jack Charney
TrustScore 4.8 | 167 reviews
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5 hours ago
Adventure Life has been an extraordinary travel resource for us over the years and today was no exception. Our River Cruise booking was handled by Jess (who has been our personal trip planner for several years) the same day as our inquiry. Suggestions were given for cabin choice and pre-trip options (that were not shown on the cruise line's website) like airport transfers and prepaid gratuities. Trip insurance recommendations followed and we were assigned a travel co-ordinator till the end of the tour. All we have to do is show up! Great service from friendly folks.
APtravelwell
1 day ago
My representative Kevin was very responsive generally and in crafting our itinerary to our specific priorities.
Rocco Labella
1 day ago
Although there was a lot of paper work, I received help and guidance when I needed it.
Donna Kirby
2 days ago
Our travel was flawless! The rider pickup (airport, hotel, ship) was seamless. Jane's recommendation for Emerald Cruise Sakara was everything I wanted but the experience was soooo much more. Adventure Life took care of each and every detail and this was the easiest of all my travels.
Anne Petty
3 days ago
Follow up was effective any questions were answered in a timely manner
