Visit inland France along historic canals, and travel back through centuries of history. From Montbéliard to Besançon, barge river cruise aboard MS Jeanine on a 7-day voyage through 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. You are free to bike along the banks of the Doubs River by taking the EuroVelo 6 Cycle Route ordiscoverthe various hiking paths around the town of Deluz and Pelouse Sèche (Dry Grassland) Site.
Highlights
Admire the scenery in the Doubs Valley
Enjoy a guided tour of Baumes-les-Dames
Explore the Citadel of Besançon
Bike alongside the ship during different times of the day
Hike Deluz and the Pelouse Sèche (Dry Grassland) Site
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Passengers are welcome to board the ship at 6:00 p.m. in Montbeliard. After comfortably settling into your cabins, meet your crew at a welcome cocktail.
Join a walking tourthrough the historic heart of Montbéliard, a former Württemberg principality. Spend the afternoon cruising towards l'Isle-sur-le-Doubs. Take time to relax and admire the beautiful scenery in the Doubs Valley, or to walk or cycle along the canal paths alongside the boat.
Spend the morning cruising towards Clerval. At any time you are free to bike along the banks of the Doubs River by taking the EuroVelo 6 Cycle Route. In the afternoon, discoverthe hiking path to the Reposoir Chapel.
Spend the morning cruising towards Baumes-Les-Dames. Relax and enjoy a breakfast buffet as you cruise the river for the rest of the morning. During the morning, you are free to bike alongside the boat by riding on the EuroVelo 6 Cycle Route. You can come and go as you please, returning on board at any time. Enjoy a relaxing lunch on board before you arrive in Baumes-les-Dames early in the afternoon. Set off for a guided tourof Baumes-les-Dames. Discover the ancient town center, including typical buildings full of character and the beautiful abbey. Enjoy a tasting of local products before returning on board.
Spend the morning cruising towards Deluz. In the afternoon, discover the various hiking paths around the town. Have the opportunity to discover the Pelouse Sèche (dry grassland) site, which is part of the Natura 2000 project.
Spend the morning cruising toward Besancon. During the morning, you are free to bike alongside the boat by riding on the EuroVelo 6 Cycle Route. Early in the afternoon, reach in Besancon and set out on a guided tourof the Citadel of Besançon. After the visit, enjoy some free time to visit the Citadel's various museums, including the Resistance and Deportation Museum, the Comtois Museum, and the Natural History Museum. Tonight is the gala evening and dinner.
Day 7: Besancon | Disembark
1 Breakfast
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking.
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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
Initial deposit is 25%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure by Bank transfer or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
Beyond expectations! Then again we weren't sure what to expect. Lovely stay at the lodge, met other like-minded travelers (many had their trips planned by Adventure Life) and the owner was a gracious hostess. It felt like you were one happy family, visiting with a favorite aunt.
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