Enchanting discovery cruise along Canal du Midi
Enchanting discovery cruise along the Canal du Midi, cruise between Bram and La Redorte (or reverse route)
BOOKA CARE
- Your money is safe, we pay your host 2 days after check-in.
- 100% refund in the unlikely event the host cancels.
- Changing booking details is always free.
- Access to urgent phone line during your booking.
- Book Co2 positive, we compensate 3 times more than we emit.
River trip highlights
- Enjoy the unique landscapes of the Canal du Midi
- Discover Mirepoix, one of Lower Pyrenees top villages
- Enjoy the confort of a barge designed by the Occitane's owner
- Discover local products, sourced and cooked by the chef
- Visit Carcassonne and wander through its tall walls
- Learn about the rivers&canals and the art of navigation
River trip summary
HOW AND WHERE YOU WILL CRUISE ;
Our barge is a one-of 30 meters barge, which was specifically designed in 1938 to fit the complex river navigation settings of this canal (low bridges, small draft). It was recently renovated and equipped with four large cabins, in order to be able to host 4 to 7 guests onboard for days and days.
Take time to appreciate our barge with its large cabins with central heating and air-coniditioning all year long. You can alsdecide to take place on our luxurious terrace, in order to relax and enjoy our chef's delicate and original cuisine. You wil soflty be cruising, discovering hideenvillages and towns, fortified cities, remarkable food, cultural traditions, opne-air markets and gorgeous wines.
Cruise on the historic Canal du Midi, that is one of the masterpieces of architecture and infrastructure along the french waterways. It was conceived by Pierre Paul Riquet, and decide for by the King Louis XIV, who saw it as essential for economic and social development of the Pyrénée and Languedoc Roussilon regions (South West of France).
The diversity and quality of the products that can be found in the regions we will cruise through (Midi-Pyrénées, Languedoc and Roussillon) wil allow an incredible gastronomic experience in the expert hands of our chef, that has been working with us for years now.
The chef will be walking around with you during market days, and will instruct you about these amazing products, and tell you how to recognize the best of local supplies. The cheese, fruits, meat and fish that will be served on your table are supplied by local farmers and artisans. We will constantly look to provide you organic products when these are available.
Our regular suppliers are
- Local producers in the markets of Narbonne, Carcassonne and Mirepoix
- Boucherie Bareil, Beef, Lamb and Porc
- Ferme de Las Cases, Porc and Charcuterie
- Boucherie Cargoles Emmanuel : Beef, Lamb, Porc
- Poissonnerie Moderne, Fishmonger
- Ferme de Cabriole, cheese
- Les Jardins de Riquet, Fruits and Vegetables
- Artisan Boulangeries : Artisan bakery in local villages
- Damman Frères Carcassonne, Tea
- Wines are permanently sourced from regional vineyards and œnologues so as to offer exceptional products from our wine producing region: Minervois, Corbières, Saint Chinian, Cabardès, Fitou and other local regions.
Wines and Champagnes from your preferred regions are also held on board.
At least two wine tastings are organized in prestigious vineyards allowing your to meet the wine maker, visit their domains and discover their acclaimed creations.
This season we will discover
Château Massamier Lamignarde
Château Pennautier
Domaine Gayda
River trip description
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Location
About the area
Small village of Aude, on the banks of the Canal du Midi, Homps takes place on the shores of Lake Jouarres, about thirty kilometers from the city of Carcassonne. Limitrophe of the department of Herault, it is not far from Olonzac, Pepieux or Beaufort.
Formerly a place of passage of tin in the third century before Christ, the village of Homps was one of the places of important steps of the old Roman road between the Corbières and the Minervois. Also a long time high place of wine transport, it has always lived to the rhythm of its port and its boaters. The completion of the Canal du Midi at the end of the seventeenth century allowed him especially to experience an economic boom of great importance.
Always a place of production of great wines such as Minervois (AOC), Languedoc (AOC) or Coteaux-de-peyriac, the town of Homps also attracts visitors with its special charm, its landscapes and its cultural heritage
River trip owner
Adrien
I have spent life travelling between Africa and Europe and having dedicated much time to animal health and conservation programs I now solely and thoroughly enjoy my second passion hosting guests on exclusive trips cruising the canal du midi or during adventurous safaris in a luxurious private lodge in Southern Africa.
Together with your Tour Guide Marie Hélène, Hostess Andréa and Chef Valérie, your 2015 cruise will be a unique moment of relaxation, discovery and culinary delight. All whilst ensuring a discrete and high standard of service.
The Barge’s crew of 4 offer their service to ensure your trip becomes a dream journey along the canal du midi..
Being privately owned and operated, we can tailor your cruise to your specific needs. Please inform us whilst booking on specific sites you wish to visit, activities you enjoy most or special dishes and wines you would like to discover…we will happily adapt our cruise and program !
Your transfers and excursions will all be on board our luxurious air conditioned vehicle.