Magnolia

Southern Burgundy

Maximum Capacity: 6 Guests

Discover the rich landscape of Burgundy aboard Magnolia, as it cruises along the meandering Canal du Bourgogne through the picturesque Ouche valley.  Magnolia’s owners, Magali and Nicolas Rancelot, have years of experience in the hotel barging industry. They will ensure your comfort and well-being throughout your stay onboard the Magnolia. They are happy to share their love of barging with you, making your vacation a unique experience.

Magnolia is a spacious barge, originally built in 1956 and converted into a luxury hotel barge in 2014. Designed with both comfort and contemporary style, Magnolia offers a large lounge and dinning room, equipped with TV, DVD, library, iPod dock, and Wifi . There are accommodations for up to 6 guests in two double-bedded cabins, and a twin or double-bedded suite, each with large ensuite bathroom.

Two sundecks, one with deck furniture and outside demonstration kitchen, the second one has a spa and is accessible directly from the cabins corridor.  Bicycles are provided to explore this beautiful region of France, or Magnolia’s qualified tour guide will drive you in the mini-van to visit historical châteaux, famous vineyards, and the fascinating towns and villages of Burgundy.

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Price includes:

  • Private transfer from Paris center to the barge, and from the barge to Paris center
  • Accommodation in a double or twin cabin with private facilities
  • Full continental breakfast on board, lunches and dinners on board and on shore
  • Open bar
  • Use of bicycles on board
  • Guided tours with a mini-van

Not included:

  • Airfare
  • Travel insurance
  • Crew gratuities
  • Personal expenses

Magnolia Itineraries & Availability

Southern Burgundy
Burgundy

2025 Available Dates
April 5, 12, 19
June 28
Oct 18

Magnolia Gallery

Thank you for the wonderful week! We will long remember the food, the wine, the cruising, the tours, the walks, the lounging on the deck, the conversation and just plain fun!

Jane & Nelson

A week of fabulous food, wonderful wines, terrific trips, comfy cabins, cheery company and most of all the super duper staff.

Kym

You made this a truly memorable week – great food, fabulous wine and such attention to detail.

Ursala & Garth

The beautiful French countryside, amazing French cuisine & fabulous Burgundy wines surpassed all we had imagined!

Mike & Carolyn

I have traveled all over the world and this is by far one of the finest experiences of my life.

Heather

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