‘Kir Royale’ - Marne River & Canal Latéral la Marne
European Canal Barge Cruises
Cruise the epicenter of France’s iconic sparkling wine country, pausing to explore celebrated Champagne houses, Reims’ renowned cathedral and the region’s storied World War legacy along the way.
- Luxury
- Wine
DAY 1
Meet in Paris and transfer to your barge’s mooring in Chlons-en-Champagne for a welcome reception aboard.
Kir Royale
Meals: Dinner
DAY 2
Cruise the Canal Latéral la Marne to visit the magnificent 800-year-old Reims Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece where kings of France were crowned. Enjoy free time to wander Reims’ grand squares and elegant shopping arcades.
Kir Royale
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3
Visit Moët & Chandon, one of the best-known Champagne houses in the world, where you explore the vast underground cellars and savor a tasting of renowned vintages.
Kir Royale
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4
Savor a private Champagne tasting at the boutique Grand Cru winery of Frerejean Frères with a stop en route at a hillside vineyard to learn the nuances of Champagne viniculture. Afterward, enjoy a gourmet private lunch in the salon of the family Domaine.
Kir Royale
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5
Cruise to pretty riverside town of Dormans, disembarking to visit the American war cemetery at Belleau Wood, a site that witnessed one of the U.S. Army’s bloodiest World War I battles.
Kir Royale
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6
Visit La Maison Pannier, a select Champagne house with a labyrinth of medieval underground cellars. Later, cruise to Chteau-Thierry, a historic town surrounded by acres of scenic vineyards.
Kir Royale
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7
Disembark in Chteau-Thierry and return to Paris.
Kir Royale
Meals: Breakfast
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At Abercrombie & Kent, we strive at every turn to redefine your notion of what is possible on a vacation. Our approach combines singular service — such as a private passage by road and lake through the Andes, or a maximum group size of only 12 guests on each Galápagos shore excursion — with insider-access opportunities unlike any you have experienced before. A&K lets you discover Machu Picchu through the eyes of its former resident archaeologist, and introduces you to Incan culture firsthand, through an exclusive meeting with a Incan family.
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With expertise in not only luxury but culture, wildlife and history as well, Abercrombie & Kent reveals your destination with an authenticity beyond the reach of any other travel company.
About Abercrombie & Kent
At Abercrombie & Kent, we strive at every turn to redefine your notion of what is possible on a vacation. Our approach combines singular service — such as a private passage by road and lake through the Andes, or a maximum group size of only 12 guests on each Galápagos shore excursion — with insider-access opportunities unlike any you have experienced before. A&K lets you discover Machu Picchu through the eyes of its former resident archaeologist, and introduces you to Incan culture firsthand, through an exclusive meeting with a Incan family.
In these and myriad other ways, Abercrombie & Kent consistently goes above and beyond the call of duty — and no A&K journey is complete without that extra, unexpected "and" that makes your experience unique and unforgettable. Choose from a Luxury Small Group Journey, the finest group travel experience in the world; a Connections Journey, which combines A&K’s renowned service with unbeatable value; A Marco Polo Journey to an exotic locale or local festival; a private Signature Series itinerary; or a custom Tailor Made luxury journey created just for you. When it comes to discovering the world, the possibilities are endless.
Making these extraordinary journeys possible are the handpicked experts in our 55 offices worldwide, on call around the clock. Chief among them are our Resident Tour Directors® and local guides. The Resident Tour Director leads each group departure, providing unmatched on-the-ground expertise with A&K local guides contributing along the way.
With expertise in not only luxury but culture, wildlife and history as well, Abercrombie & Kent reveals your destination with an authenticity beyond the reach of any other travel company.
