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Tour Operators / Canal Cruising Specialists

 Barge Connection
Cruise the picturesque countryside through the canals and rivers of France, England, Holland, Scotland and Ireland never leaving the comforts of your luxury accommodations. Barge cruising is a wonderful way to capture the true essence of rural Europe with new and exciting destinations each day.
 France Cruises - Hotel Barge Vacations on the French Canals
If you are looking for a wonderful and different way to visit and explore France, a canal or river cruise is definitely the way to go [ River Boat Cruises, Self Drive Boats ].
You will discover many of the hidden treasures of France that you can only see from these historical and romantic canals. You will also experience gourmet cuisine, fine wine and unique sightseeing excursions to ancient villages, castles, cafes, markets...
It is the finest vacation experience of its kind for family or friendship reunions, romantic getaways or business incentives.
 Gobarging.com - Barge cruise - European river and canal barge cruises
 Le Boat - Inland waterways boating vacations
Choose from two canal boat vacations: self-drive private boating vacations or the intimate luxury of a hotel barge, both available in the heart of Europe's most beautiful waterways [ France, Holland, Belgium, England, Scotland, Ireland ].
 Row International
Row International brings you barge trips in Europe and French canal trips as well as river cruises in France, Ireland, Holland, Belgium, Italy and Germany. Typically one week long, these cruise trips take you on a leisurely vacation through the enchanting waterways of Europe.
 French Barge Cruises [ Sparta, NJ ]
A French barge vacation offers a special glimpse of France, at 4 mph. Each day you will take a Tour in an air conditioned private French tour bus. Each day aboard your Luxury French Hotel Barge Vacation will provide you with a new sampling of the finest French wines and the best in gourmet French foods.




 Alpha-croisiere { France ]
Start discovering the river tourism and barging on the rivers and canals of France. You can choose your barge from the whole French fleet, and the period which suits you, to sail licence-free in the region of your choice.(Brittany, Alsace, Burgundy, Charente, Nivernais, Midi).
 Alvechurch Boat Centre [ UK ] - canal boat vacations, narrowboat vacations
7 start bases offering a choice of holidays second to none with truly countrywide canal coverage. Hilperton marina in Wiltshire puts Alvechurch boats on the Kennet & Avon canal, whilst Packet Boat Marina offers a huge selection of routes very close to London. For something completely different, explore Scotland from Glasgow to Edinburgh via the Falkirk Wheel. Gayton Marina in Northamptonshire is on the famous Grand Union Canal. Anderton Marina shares its name with the recently restored Anderton Boat lift. Wrenbury Mill gives access to Wales across the Pontcysylite Aqueduct on the Langollen canal, and finally Alvechurch Marina where the company started has access to the best selection of cruising rings in the country.
 Black Prince Holidays [ Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, UK ]
Luxury narrowboats to suit all requirements. All of the boats are less than 5 years old and operate from a choice of 6 ideally located UK bases Chirk Base, Acton Bridge Base, Stoke-on-Trent Base, Falkirk Base, Stoke Prior Base and Napton.
 Kingfisher Boating Holidays [ Ireland ] - Cruising the River Shannon and the Erne by barge
Cruising the Irish rivers and lakes is an experience never to be forgotten and often to be repeated. By hiring one of the luxury barges you will have chosen an ideal way to discover Irelands rich countryside. Follow the meandering waters of the mighty River Shannon or explore the woods and island of the stunningly beautiful Lough Erne. Visit the many villages and towns along your route and experience the friendly atmosphere of local shops, fine restaurants and welcoming pubs where there is often lively entertainment on offer to the visitor. The rivers and lakes are synonymous with excellent fly and course fishing, especially trout, perch, roach, bream and the king of fish the salmon.
 The Barge Company [ 82170 Grisolles, France ]
Barging is cruising with a difference….you're away from the frenetic modern world of deadlines and appointments to keep, but within easy reach of your fellow man, with the countryside at your fingertips and the friendly atmosphere and attentiveness of the crew. All these factors combine wonderfully to make your cruise the right vacation for you, and offer you the total relaxation that you deserve. If you enjoy good food, fine wines, a voyage of discovery and a taste of the idyllic, relaxing life that too often escapes us these days, a barge cruise is definitely for you…
Cruises in France, England, Scotland, Ireland, Holland, Germany, Italy, Germany, Czech Republic, Belgium.
 UK Hire boat holidays and short breaks
 Viking Afloat
One of Britain's biggest Independent self-drive canal boat and river boating holiday operators.

Guides Canal Cruises / Related Books

 Amazon.com - Canal Cruises

Barging in Europe

Guides to Cruising 

Cruising French Waterways 
by Hugh McKnight
Paperback: 296 pages; Publisher: Sheridan House; 4th edition (September 2005); Language: English; ISBN-13: 978-1574092103


Links

 Inland Waterways Association [ UK ]
Every year more then ten million of us visit Britain's waterways to cruise, canoe, fish, walk the towpath, observe wildlife and enjoy the sheer splendour of the engineering and scenic surroundings of our canals and navigable rivers.
It may seem hard to believe that just a few years ago, these exceptional places of peace and relaxation were nearly lost for ever. But that's how it was...
Mission : 'Campaigning for the conservation, use, maintenance, restoration and development of the Inland Waterways'.
 Latelink Boating & Cottage Holidays 
Live availability on last minute discounted boating holidays, as well as cottages and short breaks in the UK, France & Ireland.

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** Hotel Barges
Offer opulent private cabins, comfortable lounges and enjoyable sundecks, perfect for viewing the passing scenery.

** Self-Drive Barges
Allow you to take leisurely control of your vacation as you become the pilot for a relaxing journey through idyllic landscapes.

** Themed Cruises
Have their own personality, catering to your specific interests, such as walking, biking, golfing, or wine tasting.


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