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 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 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.