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Burgundy Golf
Cruise ~
Auxerre to Chevroche on L’Art de Vivre
6 Nights | 2 Rounds
Parties of 8 or Less
Dates of your choosing April – October 2012
PerryGolf is delighted to welcome the delightful
8 passenger hotel barge L'Art de Vivre to our golf cruising portfolio.
L'Art de Vivre started life as a Scottish munitions carrier and
survived long enough to be transformed by a team of skilled crafts-men
into a floating celebration of the Burgundian "good life".
Her facilities include a sun deck, spa pool and 8 bikes perfect
for gentle tow path rides. The air conditioned interior includes
a comfortable saloon, dining room and an always open inclusive
bar.
 Your
air conditioned, en-suite cabin has either a twin or double configuration
at your request. The crew of four comprises Captain, Tour guide, Master
Chef and Housekeeper, all with a love for the region, and all secure in
the knowledge that their vessel represents L'Art de Vivre itself.
Our special itinerary combines great sightseeing plus three two fine golf
courses, both within easy reach of your barging route, and each giving you
the opportunity of enjoying a taste of golf in Burgundy.
Itinerary in
Brief*
Provence Golf
Cruise ~
Auxerre to Chevroche on L’Art de Vivre
6 Nights | 2 Rounds
Parties of 8 or Less
Dates of your choosing April – October 2012
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Day
1 (Saturday):
Depart the US.
Day
2 (Sunday):
Paris - Auxerre
Guests are met in Paris in the early afternoon and transferred
to the elegant L’Art de Vivre in Auxerre, Burgundy.
Following a Champagne Welcome, you are free to explore the
medieval town of Auxerre or take a stroll along the banks
of the River Yonne before returning for dinner aboard.
Overnight: L’Art de Vivre at Auxerre.
Day
3 (Monday):
Auxerre - Vincelles
Our morning cruise takes us past vineyard-clad hillsides
to our rural mooring at Vincelles. The afternoon excursion
is to Chablis, home of one of the most famous white wines
in the world. A tasting in one of the town’s aged
cellars will introduce you to some of the local Petit Chablis
and Chablis wines. Dinner aboard.
Overnight: L’Art de Vivre at Vincelles.
Day
4 (Tuesday):
Montbouy - Vincelles - Mailly la Ville
After breakfast we golf at Roncemay
Golf & Country
Club. This international standard course, designed by Jean
Garaialde in 1991 has hosted many of France’s famous
competitions. It is overlooked by the Chateau in whose
grounds the course has been developed We then return to
the barge for a cruise southwards through rich pasturelands
past grazing Charolais cattle to the town of Mailly la
Ville. Dinner aboard.
Overnight: L’Art de Vivre at Mailly
la Ville.
Day
5 (Wednesday):
Mailly la Ville - Le Saussois
This morning, we visit the charming 14th century medieval
market village of Noyers one of the most beautiful villages
in France, on an excursion through delightful countryside.
In the afternoon we cruise past the Saussois cliffs where
an international climbing centre creates a spectacular
setting. There will also be the opportunity to enjoy spectacular
walks before dinner ashore.
Overnight: L’Art de Vivre at Le
Saussois.
Day
6 (Thursday):
Le Saussois - Lucy sur Yonne
This morning we transfer to Chateau
de Chailly golf course which was designed by Thierry
Sprecher and Géry
Watine, professional champion of France in 1989. Around
its 16th century chateau, the Chailly golf course offers
a magnificent course marrying the classicism of a formal
garden with modern golf course construction. Return to
the barge for an afternoon cruise through the Yonne valley
to arrive at Lucy sur Yonne. Dinner aboard.
Overnight: L’Art de Vivre at Lucy
sur Yonne.
Day
7 (Friday):
Briare – Lucy sur Yonne - Chevroche
A morning cruise through beautiful countryside then takes
us to Chevroche. In the afternoon, we visit the Chateau
of Bazoches, whose illustrious visitors included Richard
the Lionheart and which was later remodelled by Maréchal
Vauban. Captain’s Farewell Dinner aboard.
Overnight: L’Art de Vivre at Chevroche.
Day
8 (Saturday):
Chevroche to Paris
Disembark after breakfast and transfer back to Paris by
midday.
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*On alternate weeks the cruise is in the reverse direction. This
is a sample itinerary and is subject to change.
Cruise Cost Per Golfer*
| 2012 (April - October) |
Value Dates* |
Regular Dates** |
| Based on 8 passengers |
$3,990 |
$4,490 |
*Non Golfers deduct $250 per person
Departures 2012;
*Value dates: April 1,8,15,22,29, July 15,22,29, August
5,12,19 October 7,14,21,28
Cruise Highlights
- Two fine Burgundy golf courses
- Explore enchanting Auxerre
and its magnificent cathedral
- Wine tasting of fine Chablis
wines in a 12th century cellar
- Visit Chateau de Bazoches, home
of Maréchal Vauban
- Tour Noyers, one of the most beautiful
villages in Burgundy
- Visit picturesque Vézelay and its
hilltop basilica
- Explore the medieval town of Clamecy
- Optional
Hot Air Ballooning
- Excellent towpath for walking and bicycling
Cuisine Aboard
Regional Specialities
Terrine de Pêcheur façon Maison, Tourte Chaude d'Escargots à la
Ciboulette, Filet de Rouget au Safron
Wine Cellar
Sancerre, Chablis, Pouilly Fumé,Cote de Nuits, Hautes
Côtes de Beaune
Cheese Board
Brie, Maroilles, Pont L'Eveque, St Marcellin
Tour Inclusions:
- 6 nights on board in private cabin with ensuite bathroom
- All meals onboard including beverages. Open Bar onboard
- Greenfees & starting
times for two rounds of golf
- Minicoach transportation throughout,
to all planned golf and sightseeing activities. Transfers to/from
L’Art de Vivre on arrival/ departure at defined times
from defined points
- PerryGolf assistance
- All local taxes
Not included :
- Drinks off barge
- Tips and other personal expenses
- Transfers to/from L’Art de Vivre outwith scheduled
transfers
- Electric golf
cart rental (subject to availability)
- Crew gratuities (5% of
cruise fare recommended)
Deck Plan
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