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BELMOND.COM/AFLOATINFRANCE “HOW CAN YOU GOVERN A COUNTRY THAT HAS 246 VARIETIES OF CHEESE?”

Charles de Gaulle, 1962

belmond.com/afloatinfrance belmond.com/afloatinfrance EXPERIENCE FRANCE Chapter One From the streets of to the vineyards of and the villages of , France has beautiful landscapes, historic buildings and delicious food and wine

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Cruise gently through Burgundy, along the Rhône or the and visit cities such as Avignon and and the regions of and -Lorraine

isitors to France will discover a capital is Beaune, which is also famous land and culture that has inspired for the medieval Hôtel-Dieu with its countless artists, dreamers, multicoloured tiled roofs. To the north Vphilosophers and revolutionaries is Dijon, mustard capital of the world, through the centuries. e art of living with a fabulous market that lovers of is enthusiastically embraced here and ery food should not miss. popular pastimes include people- Further north still is Champagne, watching, cafés, ne dining and, of home of the eponymous sparkling wine, course, cruising the network of where you can visit major producers waterways by barge. such as Moët and Chandon and smaller, Burgundy produces some of the family-run houses, enjoying tastings world’s nest wines, including the along the way. Travelling east, Alsace- magnicent ‘Grands Crus’. Its wine Lorraine boasts impressive cities such as

belmond.com/afloatinfrance , castles set on isolated meanwhile, were inspired by Avignon, hilltops, pretty villages set among home of their splendid summer base, vineyards, and enjoys a dual heritage, the . having changed hands between France Many guests time their journeys to and many times. coincide with some of the festivals that Gems along the 150 mile-long Canal take place along the route, such as Festival du Midi in the south, which Flamenco in each April, while stretches from Toulouse to the June sees the city of Reims transported Mediterranean, include the hilltop town back to medieval times for the Joan of of , the Minervois wine Arc Festival. In July, the Carcassonne region and ruggedly beautiful Corbières, Festival boasts big names in theatre, famed for its Cathar castles. music, opera and dance, while Fête de la Sun-baked Provence, inspiration to Lavande in Provence is a celebration of poets and artists through the ages, oŽers the lavender harvest. an irresistible blend of lavender Live music and folk dances come to elds, dramatic gorges and vibrant Dijon each August in the Fêtes de la market towns. Van Gogh found his Vigne. October sees the Nuit Blanche in muse in , creating dozens of Paris — a dusk-till-dawn free-for- paintings here. Successions of , all of arts and culture.

belmond.com/afloatinfrance belmond.com/afloatinfrance WELCOME ON BOARD Chapter Two Our fleet of seven luxury barges drifts along rivers and canals, allowing you to appreciate the beauty and culture of the French waterways to the full

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Our barges accommodate between four and 12 guests in total comfort — this is cruising at the leisurely pace it deserves

Elegant luxury is the hallmark of our cocktails before dinner. Each comfortable barges, providing roomy onboard living cabin has an en-suite bathroom, with with all the creature comforts you either overhead shower or bath and could want. Some benet from heated, shower, and a range of twin, double or panoramic pools; some are decorated with king-size bed congurations. antiques and stunning murals — one barge All barges have a high crew-to- even has a grand piano. And with cabin guest ratio and our seasoned crews are facilities such as iPod docking stations, bilingual in English and French. With a DVD players, computers and WiFi, this highly skilled chef on board, you can look really is boating with a diŽerence. forward to gourmet delights, from tasty During the day you can relax in bright, breakfasts and delicious lunches to ve- airy lounges, gazing at the views through course candlelit dinners. large picture windows, or soak up the We source the freshest ingredients from vistas from the sun deck — also perfect for local markets and will tailor the cuisine to

belmond.com/afloatinfrance belmond.com/afloatinfrance your tastes. You can also visit the markets vineyards — an air-conditioned vehicle is with the chef. available for your onshore visits. Your cruise begins in style with a Whether you want a family holiday, champagne reception to welcome you a reunion with friends or a romantic on board and all meals, beverages and escape, we can create the perfect journey excursions are included in your fare. with customised itineraries to realise your Excursions are planned and reserved in dreams. You can book an entire barge (or advance, but can be adapted to suit your two in tandem) for private hire, or simply wishes. A personal guide is on board, ready sail with us on a per-cabin basis. to introduce you to the region’s highlights, We recommend informal attire during such as architectural landmarks or famous the day (£at shoes are advised on deck).

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DECK 1

POOL SUN DECK LOUNGE DINING CABIN 1

DECK 2

CABIN 4 CABIN 3 CABIN 2 ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE

TECHNICAL CGI IMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS

l Total length: 128ft/39m l Width: 16.57ft/5.05m BELMOND PIVOINE l Decks: 2 l Eight guests can explore the famous Champagne region aboard Crew: 6 l our new barge, sampling its finest offerings in style and comfort Passengers: 8

Belmond Pivoine will feature chic design with a modern twist. From its trompe l’oeil wall mural and embroidered Parisian bedcovers to its marble en-suite bathrooms, it creates a stylish, relaxed atmosphere. Four generous cabins oŽer king or twin beds. Soak up the sun while relaxing in the heated pool on deck or relax in the shade under the canopy; enjoy a ne dinner in the formal dining room, or in the lounge, which has surround-sound stereo and up-to-the-minute entertainment systems, where the full-width doors open for alfresco dining. Available for private hire. CGI IMPRESSION

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DECK 1

POOL SUN DECK LOUNGE DINING CABIN 1

DECK 2

CABIN 4 CABIN 3 CABIN 2 ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE

CGI IMPRESSION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

l Total length: 128ft/39m l BELMOND LILAS Width: 16.57ft/5.05m l Decks: 2 Our new barge hosts eight passengers in style as they visit the l Crew: 6 grand city of Strasbourg and experience the unique Arzviller l boat lift, which can lower or lift boats 148 feet Passengers: 8

Belmond Lilas is the epitome of stylish comfort. Its chic French styling with a contemporary twist includes a trompe l’oeil wall mural, embroidered Parisian bedcovers and marble en-suite bathrooms. Four generous cabins oŽer king or twin beds. Make the most of sunny days in the heated pool on deck or relax in the shade beneath the canopy; savour fabulous food in the formal dining room or in the lounge, with its huge windows that frame the passing countryside and open for alfresco dining. After dinner, enjoy your choice of music on the surround-sound stereo or the CGI IMPRESSION selection of DVDs. Available for private hire. belmond.com/afloatinfrance belmond.com/afloatinfrance DECKPLANS

DECK 1

POOL SUN DECK LOUNGE DINING CABIN 1

DECK 2

CABIN 4 CABIN 3 CABIN 2 ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

l Total length: 128ft/39m l Width: 16.57ft/5.05m BELMOND AMARYLLIS l Decks: 2 l Carrying up to eight people in grand French style, our barge Crew: 6 l visits the beautiful cities, vineyards and villages of Burgundy Passengers: 8

Belmond Amaryllis exempli‚es French ‚nesse. Antique Louis XVI furniture, a trompe l’oeil wall mural, embroidered Parisian bedcovers and marble en-suite bathrooms create lavish but comfortable living areas. Four generous cabins o’er king or twin beds. Sunny days can be whiled away in the heated pool on deck; dinner can be savoured in the formal dining room or in the lounge, with doors that span the width of the barge opening for alfresco dining. Available for private hire.

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DECK 1

POOL SUN DECK LOUNGE DINING CABIN 1

DECK 2

CABIN 2 CABIN 3 ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

l Total length: 129ft/39.3m l Width: 16.567ft/5.05m BELMOND FLEUR DE LYS l Decks: 2 l In of Burgundy, this barge accommodates up to six Crew: 6 l guests as they explore the region’s chateaux and vineyards Passengers: 6

From ornate fabrics to four-poster beds, Belmond Fleur de Lys is a visual treat. ree spacious cabins each have en-suite bathrooms and dressing areas. Enjoy the panoramic vistas from the heated pool on deck or unwind in the air-conditioned lounge and watch the world go by through its large windows. Sumptuous dinners are served in the dining room, after which you can retire to the lounge and play the grand piano, enjoy the selection of CDs and DVDs or surf the net. Available for private hire.

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DECK 1

SUN DECK

DECK 2

CABIN 1 2 3 4 LOUNGE DINING

ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

l Total length: 129ft/39m l BELMOND HIRONDELLE Width: 16.56ft/5.05m l Decks: 2 Up to eight passengers can enjoy the supreme comfort of this l Crew: 5 bright, airy barge, cruising at a gentle pace among the grand l Passengers: 8 châteaux and vineyards of Burgundy

e soft décor of the recently refurbished Belmond Hirondelle complements the tranquil scenery outside. Four spacious cabins have oak-panelled ceilings and en-suite bathrooms. Two cabins can be congured as twins or doubles, one cabin is a xed double, the other a xed twin. Relax in the light-lled lounge with television, sound systems and WiFi, or in a deckchair on the splendid teak deck beneath the canopy. Enjoy cooking classes with the chef in his kitchen or the option to attend private lessons in a local chef’s atelier. Available for private hire or per cabin basis. belmond.com/afloatinfrance belmond.com/afloatinfrance DECKPLANS

DECK 1

SUN DECK

DECK 2

CABIN 1 CABIN 2 LOUNGE/DINING ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

l BELMOND ALOUETTE Total length: 100ft/30.48m l Width: 15.58ft/4.74m This is our most intimate barge, accommodating only four guests l Decks: 1 on delightful cruises along the Canal du Midi l Crew: 4 l Passengers: 4 Perfect for small groups or romantic holidays, Belmond Alouette oŽers two beautifully furnished cabins, each with an en-suite shower and double or twin beds. Guests can relax in reclining chairs on the sun deck beneath the hydraulic canopy, or in the spacious lounge/dining area, where there is a library, writing desk, stereo and games, and large picture windows framing the views. Available for private hire.

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UPPER DECK

SUN DECK JACUZZI OUTDOOR DINING DECK 1

LOUNGE DINING CABIN 1

DECK 2 CABIN 4 CABIN 3 CABIN 2

CABIN 5 CABIN 6 BELMOND NAPOLÉON ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE TECHNICAL With up to 12 passengers on board, our guests can enjoy SPECIFICATIONS adventures through Provence along the River Rhône

l Total length: 129ft/39.3m l With its six sizeable cabins — each with an en-suite bathroom — stately lounge with Width: 16.56ft/5.05m piano keyboard and satellite television, generous deck and outdoor Jacuzzi, Belmond l Decks: 3 Napoléon is ideal for large, convivial gatherings. Enjoy cocktail parties under the l stars and lavish feasts prepared by your talented private chef, which can be served on Crew: 6 l deck beneath the canopy. While away the time relaxing on the sun deck admiring Passengers: 12 the views, then take in the region’s multiple highlights, including its iconic wine estates. Available for private hire or per cabin basis.

belmond.com/afloatinfrance belmond.com/afloatinfrance YOUR JOURNEY Chapter Three Get a flavour of the experiences that await you or opt for a trip specially tailored for families, food lovers or wine connoisseurs

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Idle through Provence, Key destinations traverse southwest France Belmond Alouette GERMANY along the Canal du Midi or explore the rolling Belmond Napoléon countryside of Burgundy — Belmond Hirondelle Cumières Belmond Amaryllis Courtaron you decide where to go Meaux sur Saverne Lutzelbourg Hochfelden Belmond Fleur de Lys Château Châlon en Paris Thierry Belmond Lilas Champagne Arzviller Strasbourg Belmond Pivoine Krafft INSPIRING ITINERARIES Canal de Bourgogne THE WONDERS

CANAL DU OF PROVENCE Canal Lateral à la NE AU RHIN Read our sample Inspiring RHÔ Itineraries, designed to give you a favour of the wonderful experiences TAIN TO ARLES you can enjoy on a Belmond Aoat 6 NIGHTS CANAL DU SWITZER- in France holiday. We can also CENTRE BELMOND NAPOLÉON customise your itinerary to discover LAND France exactly the way you desire Fleurey sur Ouche This Provençal cruise includes NE Gissey sur Ouche Dijon Ô visits to Viviers, Avignon

SA SPECIAL INTEREST CRUISES Vandenesse St Jean and Arles, and delicious wine, en Auxois de Losne La Bussière truffle and olive oil tastings Pont d’ouche sur Ouche l Dole Food, Glorious Food Chagny DAY 1 l Board at Tain for a champagne Entertain the Family reception. l St Leger Verdun sur Tain L’hermitage DAY 2 La Semaine des Grands Crus sur Dheune Fragnes le Cruise to medieval Viviers for a l NE La Voulte walking tour. Grape Escape Ô l DAY 3 Lunch in Grignan followed by a RH Wine Academy Viviers guided tour of the village and château. Visit a local tru e farm. Cruise to Châteauneuf-du-pape 2017 DATES Roquemaure. DUCANAL MIDI Avignon DAY 4 Enjoy a tasting of Châteauneuf-

Arles du-Pape wines. Cruise to Avignon and Homps Capestang For all barges: stop at Pont du . March 26; April 02, 09, 16, 23, 30; Carcassonne Beziers DAY 5 Embark on a walking tour of May 07, 14, 21, 28; June 04, 11, 18, Trèbes Le Somail elegant Avignon and the Palais des 25; July 02, 09, 16, 23, 30; August 06, Papes. Afternoon visit to Les Baux. 13, 20, 27; September 03, 10, 17, 24; DAY 6 Discover Arles on foot, then October 01, 08, 15, 22 enjoy a delicious lunch as you cruise to MEDITERRANEAN Vallabrègues. Visit St-Rémy and enjoy SEA an olive oil tasting. For more information and prices, DAY 7 Disembark after breakfast. please visit belmond.com/aoatinfrance AN ARTIST’S STUDIO IN ARLES Routes shown are for guidance only and are subject to change belmond.com/afloatinfrance belmond.com/afloatinfrance INSPIRING ITINERARIES INSPIRING ITINERARIES

CANAL DU MIDI

BÉZIERS TO CARCASSONNE 6 NIGHTS BELMOND ALOUETTE

Glide along the Canal du Midi, enjoying visits to ancient villages, monasteries, markets and ’s largest medieval fortress

DAY 1 Enjoy a champagne reception and dinner on board. DAY 2 Morning trip to l’Abbaye de Fontfroide, an 11th-century Cistercian monastery. Cruise along THE 12TH-CENTURY FONTENAY ABBEY ROSES AND VINES IN BURGUNDY to visit medieval Capestang, then continue on to the charming Canal du Midi. DAY 3 BEAUNE AND BEYOND BEAUTY OF BURGUNDY Explore the Oppidum d’Ensérune, a pre-Roman hilltop settlement, then sample some wine DIJON TO ST-LÉGER DOLE TO ST-LÉGER at a local vineyard. 7 DAYS BELMOND AMARYLLIS 6 NIGHTS DAY 4 Experience the art nouveau BELMOND HIRONDELLE covered market in Narbonne and lunch This Burgundian cruise travels along two attractive canals and in a superb local restaurant. visits Beaune, the wine capital, and magnificent châteaux This leisurely cruise includes visits to celebrated vineyards for DAY 5 Visit Minerve, an old village perched on a limestone cliŽ. Return private tastings, as well as the chance to explore vibrant cities via Peyriac-Minervois for a wine DAY 1 Board at Dijon’s Port du Canal Fragnes. Afternoon visit to Beaune, such as Dijon and Beaune tasting. e evening is spent moored for a champagne reception. Burgundy’s wine capital, and the at pretty Trèbes. DAY 2 Cruise the Canal de Bourgogne Hôtel-Dieu, Hospices de Beaune. DAY 1 You are welcomed on board at DAY 4 Visit the 12th-century Château DAY 6 Arrive in Carcassonne with to Longecourt. After lunch, visit DAY 5 Head upstream. Enjoy walking Dole with a champagne reception and de Rully for a private tour and tasting. its massive medieval citadel. Farewell Château du Clos de Vougeot. and riding along the purpose-built cycle delicious dinner. DAY 5 Visit historic Beaune, the wine gala dinner on board. DAY 3 Join a tour of Dijon. Visit the path. Visit Château de Rully. Dinner is DAY 2 Morning cruise to St-Jean-de- capital of Burgundy. Enjoy a private DAY 7 Disembark after breakfast. Ducal , market and Maille in a ne local restaurant. Losne. Alight to drive down the tour of the magnicent Hôtel-Dieu, mustard shop. Cruise along the River DAY 6 Cruise to St-Léger. Sample local legendary Route des Grands Crus. Hospices de Beaune. Saône to St-Jean-de-Losne. wine at a tasting at the family-owned Visit the celebrated Clos de Vougeot DAY 6 Cruise to St-Léger and visit DAY 4 Continue cruising to join the Château de Chamirey in Mercurey. vineyard for a tasting. Château de Chamirey in Mercurey delightful, winding Canal du Centre Enjoy a farewell dinner on board. DAY 3 Explore the delights of Dijon on for a wine tasting. THE TRANQUIL CANAL DU MIDI towards the picturesque village of DAY 7 Disembark after breakfast. foot. Cruise to Verdun-sur-le-Doubs. DAY 7 Disembark after breakfast. belmond.com/afloatinfrance belmond.com/afloatinfrance INSPIRING ITINERARIES SPECIAL INTEREST CRUISES

FOOD, ENTERTAIN GLORIOUS FOOD THE FAMILY

THE BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPE OF ALSACE-LORRAINE THE POMMERY CELLARS IN REIMS DELICIOUS PRODUCE FROM LOCAL MARKETS

SPEND TIME WITH THE FAMILY France is renowned for its Canal cruising is excellent EXPLORING ALSACE-LORRAINE A TASTE OF CHAMPAGNE gastronomic excellence, so why fun for all the family and, not take the opportunity to with stops to explore castles treat your taste buds – with and adventure playgrounds, KRAFFT TO ARZVILLER MEAUX TO CHALONS EN CHAMPAGNE the help of our highly skilled younger members are kept 6 NIGHTS BELMOND LILAS 6 NIGHTS BELMOND PIVOINE onboard chefs thoroughly entertained

Enjoy the contrasting landscapes of Alsace-Lorraine and Sample the finest local vintages as you cruise the region renowned We prepare all your food using On travels through Burgundy, for experience the unique Arzviller boat elevator and tunnels for its sparkling wine, and visit the house of Pol Roger ingredients from the natural larders of example, you can stop at -, Provence and to tour the 15th-century castle before DAY 1 Guests are welcomed aboard at breakfast. Lunch on board and cruise DAY 1 Board the barge in Meaux for a DAY 4 Cruise upstream to Cumières, Burgundy, complemented by carefully visiting the Summer Bobsleigh Park in KraŽt with a champagne reception, to Saverne. Evening cocktail reception champagne welcome and meet the crew, and visit champage house Pol Roger. chosen wines and tasty cheeseboards. Le Creusot. Continuing to Rully, all the followed by dinner. followed by dinner on board. followed by dinner on board. Evening champagne picnic followed by You can even accompany the chef to family can have tree-climbing fun at the DAY 2 After breakfast visit Domain Sipp DAY 5 is morning guests head to the DAY 2 After breakfast , visit the dinner at Hostellerie la Briqueterie. market to choose the ingredients for ACCRO-Branchés outward-bound Mack winery which produces ne organic “route des vins”. Afternoon cruise to Château of Vaux-le-Vicomte. Lunch on DAY 5 Sail east to Tours sur Marne. your menu. On board both Belmond park. Horse-riding and cycling along wine. After lunch on board, sail to Lutzelbourg through the board then cruise to the rural town of After lunch, enjoy a visit to the vineyard Alouette and Belmond Hirondelle, you the towpath are other fun activities, and Strasbourg, capital of the Alsace region. Mountains. Dinner served on board. Courtaron. Dinner served on board. of Ployez-Jacquemar. Dinner on board. can take part in cookery lessons in the children are always welcome in French DAY 3 Morning walking tour of DAY 6 Morning visit to Château DAY 3 After breakfast, visit Château DAY 6 Morning cruise to Chalons en open kitchen or embark on epicurious restaurants — even Michelin-starred Strasbourg. After lunch on board, cruise Lutzelbourg. Afternoon cruise to ierry. Lunch is followed by a visit to Champagne. After lunch, visit Reims adventures, including tru¯e- ones. Onboard meals are crafted to suit to Hochfelden. Private dinner at the Arzviller, home of the famous 45-metre Belleau Wood, site of the famous Cathedral where the kings of France and visiting artisan producers of even the fussiest youngster, while Michelin starred, Villa René Lalique. high boat lift. Farewell dinner on board. World War 1 battle, and the - were crowned. Farewell dinner on board. Provençal oils and tapenades, or the entertainment from a magician rounds DAY 4 Visit Meteor Brewery after DAY 7 Disembark after breakfast. Marne Cemetery. Dinner on board. DAY 7 Disembark after breakfast. legendary Vin Jaune in the . oŽ the week. belmond.com/afloatinfrance belmond.com/afloatinfrance SPECIAL INTEREST CRUISES SPECIAL INTEREST CRUISES

LA SEMAINE DES GRANDS CRUS

ST-LÉGER-SUR- DHEUNE–DIJON 6 NIGHTS BELMOND AMARYLLIS

Sample iconic wines from each of the 33 Grands Crus domains in Burgundy on this week long cruise for connoisseurs GRAPE THE WINE

DAY 1 ESCAPE ACADEMY After boarding, enjoy a champagne reception followed by an evening cruise to St Gilles. Dinner on board is hosted by a wine expert with Indulge your passion for wine The Wine Academy is a tastings from Maison Joseph Drouhin. on a cruise through some of the programme of activities DAY 2 Cruise to Rully for private tours world’s most famous estates, exclusive to guests travelling of Châteaux de Rully and Chamirey. A visiting atmospheric cellars aboard Belmond Afloat in connoisseur will introduce you to local and vineyards and sampling France barges which cruise vintages at dinner. legendary vintages Burgundy. Perfect for wine DAY 3 Sail to Chalon-sur-Saône for a lovers or those who want to special lunch in Puligny Montrachet. Dinner on board is accompanied by During the week-long cruise aboard explore the world of wines Grands Crus. Belmond Amaryllis, you will sample the DAY 4 Cruise to Saint-Jean-de-Losne nest of wines from each of the 33 Learn about Burgundy’s most valued and visit Beaune, capital of Burgundy’s Grands Crus domains of Burgundy, asset in unforgettable fashion — wine region, for a tour of the Hôtel- including Clos de Vougeot. En route, cruising past the very vineyards where Dieu medieval hospital and see the you will meet winemakers, explore the precious grapes are grown, stopping Joseph Drouhin cellars. Christine and ‘caves’ and vineyards not usually open to oŽ for private tastings at magnicent Philippe Drouhin-Laroze host dinner, the public, and sit down to gastronomic châteaux and being guided the whole with more wonderful wines. dinners. Our other barges also travel time by Grands Crus specialist Pascal DAY 5 Sail to Longecourt and visit Clos through great winelands. Enjoy tailored Wagner who is often referred to as “a de Vougeot, home of the Chevaliers du journeys to the renowned estates along walking encyclopaedia of oenology”. Tastevin. Dinner with Grands Crus the Canal de Bourgogne and the River e Wine Academy can be arranged for tasting in the cellars of a private estate. Saône aboard Belmond Fleur de Lys. charter groups of four people or more DAY 6 After a walking tour in Dijon, Travel through the heart of Provence on travelling on Belmond Amaryllis and cruise into the Port of Dijon. Savour Belmond Napoléon to sample the Belmond Fleur de Lys on the Burgundy’s most renowned Grands famous Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Or Dijon-St-Léger (and vice versa) route, Crus at the farewell dinner. explore the famous Languedoc rosés or on Belmond Hirondelle on the VINEYARD OVERLOOKING POMMARD, CÔTE DE BEAUNE DAY 7 Disembark after breakfast. courtesy of Belmond Alouette. Dole-St-Léger (and vice versa) route. belmond.com/afloatinfrance belmond.com/afloatinfrance EXTEND THE EXPERIENCE Chapter Four Before or after your cruise, why not spend a few days in an exciting destination such as Paris, Cannes or ?

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Explore this romantic, Join the Riviera jet set in the vibrant capital at leisure town renowned for its glitzy film festival Visit renowned attractions such as the EiŽel Tower, Louvre and Montmartre People-watch on La Croisette, a curving and Claude Monet’s celebrated house and promenade lined with luxury boutiques garden in Giverny, a short drive away. and home to the magnicent Hôtel Back in Paris, you can admire his Majestic Barrière, your base for the magnicent water-lily canvases in the duration. Take a boat trip to Île wonderful Musée de l’Orangerie. Stay Sainte-Marguerite, a rocky, pine-scented at the opulent Hôtel Le Meurice. island with an impressive coastal fort. BORDEAUX

The acknowledged wine capital of the world awaits

Bordeaux is home to some of the most elegant streets in France, many of which are UNESCO-listed. Stroll within its Golden Triangle of magnicent boulevards and neoclassical buildings, then join the high-spirited locals at one of the many vibrant wine bars. Your base for your stay is the sumptuous Grand Hotel de Bordeaux & Spa.

PARIS’S EIFFEL TOWER SEEN FROM MONTPARNASSE THE HRBOUR AT CANNES WITH LA CROISTTE BEHIND

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Our booking conditions apply to the trips described lists what is nancially protected, where you can You also agree that any such claims may be re- If your booking is made less than 56 days before BELMOND GRAND HOTEL TIMEO BELMOND VILLA SANT’ANDREA BELMOND HOTEL CIPRIANI BELMOND HOTEL SPLENDIDO BELMOND SPLENDIDO MARE BELMOND REID’S PALACE BELMOND BELMOND LA RESIDENCIA in this brochure. ese conditions are available on get information on what this means for you and assigned to another body, if that other body has paid departure, you will be required to pay the entire TAORMINA, SICILY TAORMINA MARE, SICILY VENICE PORTOFINO PORTOFINO MADEIRA ST PETERSBURG MALLORCA request by calling your nearest Reservation O·ce who to contact if things go wrong. sums you have claimed under the ATOL scheme. cost of your arrangements at the time of your from the following locations: We, or the suppliers identied on your ATOL Not all holiday or travel services oŽered and booking. 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Our booking conditions contain important services you have bought or a suitable alternative completely performed. Non-Package arrangements ese charges will increase the closer to your limitations and exclusions of liability. Please read (at no extra cost to you). You agree to accept that in and arrangements not booked or departing from departure date that you notify us of a cancellation. BELMOND CADOGAN HOTEL BELMOND LE MANOIR BELMOND MOUNT NELSON HOTEL BELMOND LA RÉSIDENCE D’ANGKOR BELMOND LA RÉSIDENCE PHOU VAO BELMOND GOVERNOR’S RESIDENCE BELMOND NAPASAI BELMOND JIMBARAN PURI them before we conrm your booking. Adequate those circumstances the alternative ATOL holder the UK are not protected by these arrangements. We regret we are unable to oŽer you any LONDON AUX QUAT’SAISONS CAPE TOWN SIEM REAP, CAMBODIA LUANG PRABANG, LAOS YANGON, KOH SAMUI, BALI OXFORDSHIRE, travel insurance is vital. Details of a policy suitable will perform those obligations and you agree to pay On certain trips a minimum number of persons assistance if you are delayed at the outward to cover the arrangements you book are available any money outstanding to be paid by you under is required for the tour to take place. We will notify or homeward points of departure. Non-UK from an advisor at RHG Insurance Brokers on your contract to that alternative ATOL holder. passengers at least 56 days before departure if a trip passport holders, including other EU nationals, +44 (0)1438 345714 or +44 (0)1438 345719 (please However, you also agree that in some cases it will is cancelled for this reason. e applicable deposit should obtain up-to-date advice on passport quote “VSOE Travel” when calling). We provide not be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL (15% unless otherwise stated) must be paid to us and visa requirements from the Embassy, High nancial security for £ight-inclusive Packages holder, in which case you will be entitled to make a when you book (or if booking within 56 days of Commission or Consulate of your destination or (a “Package” exists if you book a pre-arranged claim under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card departure, full payment must be made on booking). country(ies) through which they are travelling. combination of at least two of the following issuer where applicable). If there are fewer than 12 passengers in your We reserve the right to amend the price of unsold components when sold or oŽered for sale at an If we, or the suppliers identied on your ATOL party, and if you have made your booking more trips at any time. BELMOND HIRAM BINGHAM VENICE SIMPLON-ORIENT-EXPRESS BELMOND GRAND HIBERNIAN BELMOND BRITISH PULLMAN BELMOND NORTHERN BELLE BELMOND ROYAL SCOTSMAN EASTERN & ORIENTAL EXPRESS inclusive price and when the service covers a Certicate, are unable to provide the services listed than 56 days before departure and have paid a CUSCO TO MACHU PICCHU EUROPE LONDON UNITED KINGDOM EDINBURGH BANGKOK period of more than 24 hours or includes overnight (or a suitable alternative, through an alternative deposit to secure your booking, the balance of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express Limited. accommodation: (a) transport; (b) accommodation; ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons of cost of your arrangements (including any applicable Registered o·ce: Shackleton House, (c) other tourist services not ancillary to transport insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust may surcharge) is due not less than 56 days prior to 4 Battle Bridge Lane, London SE1 2HP. LEGENDARY or accommodation and accounting for a signicant make a payment to (or confer a benet on) you under scheduled departure. If there are 12 or more TRAINS proportion of the Package) and ATOL protected the ATOL scheme. You agree that in return for such passengers in your party, payments must be made Registered in England and Wales £ights by way of a bond held by the Civil Aviation a payment or benet you assign absolutely to those as follows: 15% of the cost of your arrangements No. 1551659 © 2016, Authority under ATOL number 3141. Trustees any claims which you have or may have is payable on booking, a further 35% of such cost Belmond Management Limited. Your Financial Protection: when you buy an arising out of or relating to the non-provision of the (including any applicable surcharge) is due 90 days ATOL protected £ight or £ight inclusive holiday services, including any claim against us, the travel before departure (if your booking is made between All details are correct at time of going to print. BELMOND AFLOAT IN FRANCE BELMOND ORCAELLA BELMOND ROAD TO MANDALAY BELMOND EAGLE ISLAND LODGE BELMOND SAVUTE ELEPHANT LODGE BELMOND KHWAI RIVER LODGE from us you will receive an ATOL Certicate. is agent (or your credit card issuer where applicable). 90 and 56 days before departure). Images used for illustration purposes only. BURGUNDY CHINDWIN RIVER, MYANMAR AYEYARWADY RIVER, MYANMAR OKAVANGO DELTA, BOTSWANA CHOBE RESERVE, BOTSWANA MOREMI RESERVE, BOTSWANA

LEISURELY INSPIRING RIVER SAFARIS CRUISES 3141 Many of the £ights and £ight-inclusive holidays in this brochure are nancially protected by the ATOL scheme. But ATOL protection does not apply to all holiday and travel services listed in this brochure. Please ask us to conrm what protection applies to your booking. If you do not receive an ATOL Certicate then the booking will not be ATOL protected. If you do receive an ATOL Certicate but parts of your trip are not listed on it, those parts will not be ATOL protected. Please see our booking conditions for information. For information about nancial protection and the ATOL Certicate see atol.org.uk/ATOLCerticate

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