Journeys

The waterways of France are unlike anything else. Whether you hire a private boat or book by the room, you can fully customise your trip. Choose from weeklong adventures or shorter three-night stays and discover a side of France few others see.

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A long, red and white canal barge with a covered deck area floats on a narrow waterway, surrounded by reeds and greenery, under a clear blue sky.

Alouette: Castets en Dorthe to Sérignac

6 nights

from €78,000

Charter basis for up to 4 guests

Relax into the rhythm of the waterways as you indulge in a private exploration of the Bordeaux wine region.

A white and red boat is moored on a calm river beside trees, with green leaves partially framing the view in the foreground.

Alouette: Sérignac to Castets en Dorthe

6 nights

from €78,000

Charter basis for up to 4 guests

Step aboard Alouette, your own Belmond boat, for a tailored cruise through the iconic winemaking region of Bordeaux.

Five people sit and talk around a circular table with drinks on a boat deck, surrounded by water and trees, with a mountain visible in the background under a clear sky.

Coquelicot: Jaulgonne to Châlons-en-Champagne

6 nights

from €154,800

Charter basis for up to 6 guests

Discover the many wonders of Champagne onboard Coquelicot, a buoyant villa rich in design and intricate details that honour the history and heritage of the region.

A covered outdoor deck with white sofas, tables, and plants, overlooking trees and water. The area is shaded by a striped awning, creating a cosy, inviting lounge space.

Coquelicot: Châlons-en-Champagne to Jaulgonne

6 nights

from €154,800

Charter basis for up to 6 guests

Discover the many wonders of Champagne onboard Coquelicot, a buoyant villa rich in design and intricate details that honour the history and heritage of the region.

A small boat with people on board travels along a calm, tree-lined canal on a sunny day. A person walks on the nearby path beside the water, surrounded by lush green.

Fleur de Lys: St Léger to Pontailler

6 nights

from €129,200

Charter basis for up to 6 guests

Journey in style onboard Fleur de Lys and experience Burgundy's signature gastronomy, vineyards and medieval châteaux.

A canal boat with a canopy cruises along a calm, tree-lined waterway. Passengers are visible on board, and the water reflects the boat and surrounding greenery. The atmosphere is peaceful and serene.

Fleur de Lys: Pontailler to St-Léger

6 nights

from €129,200

Charter basis for up to 6 guests

Journey in style onboard Fleur de Lys and experience Burgundy's signature gastronomy, vineyards and medieval châteaux.

Front view of a luxurious river barge sailing down a sun-splashed tree-lined canal

Lilas: Lyon to St Jean

6 nights

from €150,200

Charter basis for up to 8 guests

Set sail on Lilas to enjoy slow, luxury travel at its finest in Burgundy, France.

Aerial view of a Lyon bridge over the river Rhone with glimpses of a busy street beyond, shaded by tall buildings either side.

Lilas: St Jean to Lyon

6 nights

from €154,800

Charter basis for up to 8 guests

Set sail on Lilas to enjoy slow, luxury travel at its finest in Burgundy, France.

A person stands on the deck of a houseboat, moored on a calm, tree-lined canal, with more boats and distant hills visible in the background under a cloudy sky.

Lilas: St-Léger to St-Jean

6 nights

from €180,000

Charter basis for up to 8 guests

Set sail on Lilas to enjoy slow, luxury travel at its finest in Burgundy, France.

A person walks across a cobbled courtyard in front of a historic building with decorative roof tiles; several people stand in the background.

Marguerite: Pontailler to St Léger

6 nights

from €170,200

Charter basis for up to 8 guests

Step aboard Marguerite into a world of understated indulgence. During your seven-day itinerary in Burgundy, savour divine gastronomy and alight to explore evocative châteaux, vineyards and landmarks of authentic France.

View from inside a horse-drawn carriage looking out at a stone house with a red window, surrounded by a stone wall and greenery on a cloudy day.

Marguerite: St Léger to Pontailler

6 nights

from €170,200

Charter basis for up to 8 guests

Step aboard Marguerite into a world of understated indulgence. During your seven-day itinerary in Burgundy, savour divine gastronomy and alight to explore evocative châteaux, vineyards and landmarks of authentic France.

A white riverboat cruises along a calm river with a stone tower, historic buildings, and greenery in the background under a clear blue sky.

Napoléon: Avignon to La Voulte-sur-Rhône

6 nights

from €172,000

Charter basis for up to 12 guests

Embark on a unique river cruise through the South of France onboard Napoléon - the largest, most sociable barge in our fleet.

A white boat is moored on calm water, reflecting a village with a church and steeple. Behind the village are green vineyards on a hillside under a clear sky.

Napoléon: La Voulte-sur-Rhône to Avignon

6 nights

from €172,000

Charter basis for up to 12 guests

Sample truffles, cycle lavender fields, enjoy lively evenings, and unwind in spacious cabins aboard Napoléon.

A sunset tints the Rhône River pink in a view of the Avignon bridge and Chapel of Saint Nicholas, seen from the opposite bank.

Pivoine: Aigues-Mortes to Avignon

6 nights

from €154,800

Charter basis for up to 8 guests

Relax into the rhythm of Southern France, explore the sun-kissed landscapes of Provence and glide through Provence. Welcome onboard Pivoine.

Exterior of a royal-blue bottomed river barge moored alongside a tree-lined canal

Pivoine: Avignon to Aigues-Mortes

6 nights

from €154,800

Charter basis for up to 8 guests

Glide through the sun-drenched landscapes of Provence, where sand dunes meet salt marshes, wild horses and flamingos. Fall in love with hidden scenes of France on a truly intimate, personalised journey.

A sunset view of a river in Paris with silhouetted historic buildings, a bridge, and a large art installation resembling a white sphere on a rooftop, softly lit against the evening sky.

Marguerite: Paris at Christmas

2 nights

from €90,000

Charter basis for up to 8 guests

Glide along the Seine through the heart of Paris aboard the magnificent Marguerite, where the City of Light sparkles with festive illuminations

A white riverboat cruises along a calm river with a stone tower, historic buildings, and greenery in the background under a clear blue sky.

Napoléon: Avignon to La Voulte-sur-Rhône (Open Sailing)

6 nights

from €8,430

per adult / Upper Deck Double/Twin Cabin

Reserve one or more cabins onboard Napoléon. Please note that this 'Open Sailing' journey will be shared with other guests who have reserved the same journey.

A white boat is moored on calm water, reflecting a village with a church and steeple. Behind the village are green vineyards on a hillside under a clear sky.

Napoléon: La Voulte-sur-Rhône to Avignon (Open Sailing)

6 nights

from €8,900

per adult / Upper Deck Double/Twin Cabin

Embark on a unique river cruise through the South of France onboard Napoléon – the largest boat in our Les Bateaux Belmond fleet.