Canal Barge Cruises
Leisurely paced travel on Europe's most serene waterways aboard a beautiful boutique barge for your group


Boutique canal barges hand-picked for comfort and style

Beyond-the-guidebook itineraries with must-do experiences

Explore Europe at a leisurely pace, far from the crowds

Outstanding dining aboard every vessel
A&K Recommended Barge Cruises

La Belle Époque - Burgundy Canal
2026 – 2027
Graceful La Belle Époque cruises the Burgundy Canal between Venarey-les-Laumes and Tanlay. Enjoy private experiences throughout this relaxing journey, including wine and champagne tastings, a falconry display and a gourmet lunch ashore, along with visits to two historic châteaux.
Venarey-les-Laumes
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Montbard
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Ancy-le-Franc
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Tanlay

L'Impressionniste - Burgundy Canal
2026 – 2027
Elegant L’Impressionniste glides through the wine country of central Burgundy, cruising a tranquil stretch of the Canal de Bourgogne between Fleurey-sur-Ouche and Escommes. Along the way, stroll through Dijon, sample the vintages at renowned Clos de Vougeot and visit Beaune’s 14th-century Hôtel-Dieu.
Fleurey-sur-Ouche
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Gissey
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Chateauneuf
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Escommes

L'Art de Vivre - Canal du Nivernais
2026 – 2027
Celebrate the art of fine living in true Burgundian style aboard L’Art de Vivre, cruising past hillside vineyards and medieval villages. In Chablis, delight in a private wine tasting and lunch at Domaine Laroche. Admire the beautiful Romanesque basilica in Vézelay and explore 12th-century Château de Bazoches.
Auxerre
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Vincelles
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Mailly-la-Ville
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Le Saussois
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Lucy-sur-Yonne
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Chevroches

Renaissance - Canal de Briare
2026 – 2027
Explore the Upper Loire aboard Renaissance as one of only eight privileged guests. Taste local vintages at a family-owned vineyard, glide along Gustave Eiffel’s famous canal bridge and visit Château de Ratilly with its spectacular turreted towers.
Montargis
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Montbouy
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Rogny-les-Sept-Écluses
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Briare
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Chatillon-sur-Loire

Finesse - Canal du Centre and Saône River
2026 – 2027
Built for luxury, Finesse winds through the vineyard-clad countryside of southern Burgundy. Visit the 14th-century Château de Germolles; explore ancient Autun with its Roman amphitheater and discover Beaune’s Hôtel-Dieu before a private tasting and gourmet lunch at Maison Champy and Château de Chamirey.
Saint-Julien-sur-Dheune
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Saint-Léger-sur-Dheune
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Rully
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Chalon-sur-Saône

Rendez-Vous - Burgundy Canal
2026 – 2027
Watch the incredible scenery of Burgundy slowly unfold aboard Rendez-Vous — disembarking for a walk through Dijon, a private wine tasting at Château de Chassagne-Montrachet and a visit to storybook Châteauneuf-en-Auxois. Stroll the streets of medieval Beaune and explore the 15th-century Hôtel-Dieu
Fleurey-sur-Ouche
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La Bussiere-sur-Ouche
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Chateauneuf
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Escommes

Prospérité - Burgundy Canal
2026 – 2027
Glide past the stunning scenery of Burgundy aboard luxurious Prospérité, taking in inspiring views from the on-deck spa tub. Visit châteaux and charming villages, coupled with a wine cellar tour and dinner ashore at a Michelin-starred restaurant.
Dijon
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Fleurey-sur-Ouche
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La Bussiere-sur-Ouche
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Chateauneuf
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Vandenesse-en-Auxois

Grand Cru - Burgundy Canal
2026 – 2027
Unwind aboard lovely Grand Cru, savoring velvety wines of the same name. Explore Burgundy’s cultural treasures, shop in Dijon and indulge in world-class dining and a private wine tasting ashore.
Dijon
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Fleurey-sur-Ouche
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La Bussiere-sur-Ouche
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Chateauneuf
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Vandenesse-en-Auxois

Saroche - Burgundy Canal
2026 – 2027
Embarking aboard Saroche near Dijon, cruise the quintessentially French region of Burgundy, pausing for food and wine tastings in the magical vineyards of the Côte d’Or and visits to quaint hamlets and medieval villages along the way.
Escommes
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Chateauneuf
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Le Pont d’Ouche
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Beaune
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La Bussiere-sur-Ouche
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Gissey
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Paris
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Canal Barge Cruises by A&K
For those who prefer to explore at a leisurely pace, Canal Barge Cruises reveal a side of Europe most travellers never see, whether you are chartering a barge exclusively as a family, joining an intimate small group or filling your boat with friends. Imagine having a cozy floating inn as your base while you discover one charming village after another, visiting seldom-seen sites – all without having to repack your luggage. Our collection offers a tempting range of vessels and routes spanning the waterways of France, Germany, Italy, Ireland, Scotland, England and Holland. Your barge cruise can take you from centuries-old vineyards and family-run farms to historic cathedrals and tucked-away cafes. Further customize your trip with activities tailored to your own interests — from walking or biking to wine and golf — or simply enjoy the luxury of gliding through Europe's intimate waterways at your own pace.






