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Baumes-les-Dames

The Breathtaking Doubs River Valley

Example 7 Day Cruise aboard Jeanine
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Join Jeanine on its 7-day sailing adventure through the lush landscapes and breathtaking sceneries along the valley of the Doubs. Discover authentic cities and sites with a rich heritage and unique traditions such as Montbéliard, the citadel of Besançon, the city of Baume-les-Dames or the Reposoir Chapel. 
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Highlights
  • Explore Montbéliard and see its historic center, a former Württemberg principality
  • Visit Baumes-les-Dames & see local houses from the 15th and 16th centuries
  • See the World Heritage Site by UNESCO in Besançon
  • Enjoy tasting local specialties from different places
Places Visited
  • Europe
  • France
  • Baumes Les Dames
  • Besancon
  • Clerval
  • Deluz
  • European Union
  • L'isle Sur Le Doubs
  • Montbéliard
Activity Level: Relaxed
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
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Day 1: Besancon | Embark

Passengers are welcome to board the ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, you'll be introduced to the crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner.

Day 2: Deluz

Besançon has been listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO since 2008. Join a guided tour of the citadel with a registered guide. You will learn about the history of this exceptional defensive site as well as its role from its construction through to the present day. Return on board in Deluz. This afternoon, you will set off on foot to discover the various walking paths around the town. You'll have the opportunity to visit the site of the Pelouse Sèche (or dry grassland) which is part of the Natura 2000 project.

Day 3: Baumes Les Dames

Spend this morning cruising. This afternoon will be devoted to a guided tour of Baumes les Dames. Here you will discover the old town including typical buildings full of character, and the fine abbey.

Day 4: Clerval

Spend this morning cruising. In the afternoon, you'll discover the hiking path to the Altar Chapel. Take a stroll through the heart of Clerval and admire the 16th-century houses, the towers and arches around the church of this once fortified town.

Day 5: L'isle Sur Le Doubs

Spend this morning cruising. You will stop in l'Isle-sur-le-Doubs this afternoon, a chance to discover this pretty town at our own pace in its hilly, woodland setting.

Day 6: Montbeliard

Early this morning, the ship will head towards Montbéliard. Arrive in mid-afternoon and set off on foot for a tour through the historic heart of Montbéliard, a former Württemberg principality. Enjoy some free time for independent exploration before you return on board. Tonight is the gala evening and dinner.

Day 7: Montbeliard | Disembark

  • 1 Breakfast
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m

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Jeanine

MS Jeanine
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Modern and tasteful decor on the MS Jeanine

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Your cabin aboard the MS Jeanine
Main Deck
12 cabins with private en-suite facilities and window. All cabins are equipped with private en-suite facilities (shower and WC), TV, radio, telephone (for internal calls only), safe and independant air-conditioning.

Notes

20% discount on children between 2-10 years
30% discount for 3rd person in triple cabin
Included
  • 6 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 6 Dinners
  • 6 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
  • Accommodation in double cabins
  • Excursions included in the package selected
  • All port fees
  • Wi-fi access
  • All meals are served in one service. Breakfast is buffet style, and lunch and dinner are served at the table
  • In the case of cruises offering extensions in hotels, the catering services are only as those detailed in the programs concerned
Excluded
  • Gratuities
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
  • Drinks from the special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers
  • Cancellation and baggage insurance
  • Routings (unless otherwise stated), airport taxes, and handling fees
  • All services not mentioned in the program

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