Set sail on a 7-day cruise from Dijon to Besançon aboard the Daniele. Explore Burgundy’s wine country with a guided tour along the Grands Crus wine route, including a wine tasting. Discover the charm of Petit-Ouges and its historic wash houses, visit the canal capital of Saint-Jean-de-Losne, and stroll Dole’s literary-themed trail. Ride a bike along scenic paths in Ranchot or relax as the ship glides past vineyards and quiet countryside. Tour the UNESCO-listed Royal Saltworks at Arc-et-Senans, an architectural marvel from the 18th century. This cruise offers a laid-back yet enriching experience through France’s cultural and historic heartlands.
Highlights
Pass through stunning vineyards along Burgundy Grands Crus Wine Route
Visit the hilltop city of Dole and birthplace of Louis Pasteur
Discover Petit-Ouges and the Path of Three Wash Houses
Visit Saint-Jean-de-Losne, canal capital of southern Burgundy
Activity options vary depending on destination and operator. Activity level is determined by the range and intensity of activities you choose to participate in. Discuss with your Trip Planner which options are best for you.
Passengers are welcome to board our 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.
Join an excursionalong the Grands Crus wine route. The touristic Grands Crus wine route passes through the finest and most prestigious of the Burgundy vineyards. Stop along the way for a wine-tasting* session. Return on board and cruise to Petit-Ouges, discovering the magnificent, lush, green landscapes of the Saone Valley. Upon arrival in Petit-Ouges, discover the "Path of the Three Wash Houses”.
The whole day will be spent cruising towards Saint-Jean-de-Losne. Take the time to sit back and admire the vineyards and scenery that you'll slowly pass by as you cruise. Arrive in Saint-Jean-de-Losne late in the afternoon.
Join a visit to Saint-Jean-de-Losne, the capital of canal barging in France, which lies at the heart of the French waterways and canal system in southern Burgundy. The afternoon will be spent cruising towards Dole.
Join an original and unique tour, following the "trail of the Chat Perche”. This trail refers to the famous tales of a Perched Cat, written by Marcel Ayme, who lived in Dole as a child. It also refers to Dole's location, which is perched on a beautiful hillside. Return on board and cruise towards Ranchot. You can use the bicycles (available onboard) to ride on the bike path that follows the route along the canal.
The morning will be spent cruising. In the afternoon, set out by coach to Arc-et-Senans for a tourof the Saline Royale. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this royal factory, built between 1775 and 1779 in the shape of a semicircle, was where salt workers traditionally lived and worked. Tonight is the gala evening.
Day 7: Besancon | Disembark
1 Breakfast
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m.
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$3,793
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Upper Deck
1 cabin for passengers with reduced mobility. All cabins have a view and include a private bath with shower, TV, radio, cabin-to-cabin telephone, safe, and reversible air conditioning.
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Main Deck
10 spacious cabins with windows equipped with private bath with shower, TV, radio, cabin-to-cabin telephone, safe, and reversible 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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