DESTINATIONS / FRANCE / CARMARGUE
Carmargue
Enjoy a peaceful way of life - seemingly unchanged for centuries as you journey under vast blue skies along the Canal du Rhone à Sète through the natural salt lakes and peaceful reed marshes that make up the Camargue .
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These are some nice cruises...
Nature
- Beaucaire - Port Cassafieres
- Lattes - Argens
- Bellegarde - Le Somail
The Etang
de Thau
is a haven for birds and wildlife and famous for its flocks of pink flamingos and the curious-looking Bouzigues
oyster beds.
Watch the ‘Guardian’ cowboys at work rounding up herds of wild white horses and jet black bulls and take part in the many summer festivals that celebrate this age-long tradition.
Families will enjoy the sandy beaches of the Mediterranean at the seaside towns of Palavas
les Flots
, Carnon
and La Grande Motte
.
Step ashore and explore the ramparts of the medieval Crusader towns and ports of Aigues
Mortes
, Sète
and le- Grau-du-Roi
, where the colourful
fishing trawlers and lively harbour
restaurants make this a perfect place to while away a few hours in the sunshine.
RIVER CRUISES IN THIS REGION
Provence and Spain
3 nights in Paris, 7 nights cruise and 3 nights in Barcelona
From the magic of Paris to the romance of Barcelona, this itinerary is truly captivating. Begin with three nights in Paris, then travel in style aboard the high-speed TGV train to Lyon, France’s gastronomical capital. From...
HOTEL BARGES IN THIS REGION
L'Estello
L'Estello has been built in 1937. This classic Dutch passenger barge has been converted to today's standards of comfort. Her inviting atmosphere will make you feel immediately comfortable.
L'Estello can accommodate a maximum of twenty guests in ten cabins.
For your enjoyment,...
Le Phénicien
Le Phénicien is a different barge, spacious, luminous and very comfortable. We can accommodate aboard up to 18 passengers in 9 cabins.
All common areas are on the main deck. You will enjoy our teak sundeck with its director chairs and its leather benches surrounding the pilot bridge....
SELF DRIVE BOATS IN THIS REGION
Estivale Duo
This is one of the most luxurious self-drive boats on the waterways for a couple. A stairway molded into the hull provides easy access to the flying bridge where the bridge controls fold away neatly for additional space and comfort. Perfect for outdoor living, at the front of the boat the bow...
Estivale Sixto
After the great success of the NICOLS DUO (1 cabin) from the range ESTIVALE, presented by Nicols in 2004, Nicols launched the NICOLS QUATTRO (2 cabins) in 2007, and the NICOLS OCTO (4 cabins) in 2009. Now, they have launched the NICOLS SIXTO, the 3 cabins model. The Nicols SIXTO provides...
Grand Confort 1350 VIP
Luxurious self-drive boat: big bedrooms, a television, lots of space, an office area, private washrooms, refrigerator with freezer, microwave, air conditioning... Two very spacious cabins: Double beds (140x190) with desk and TV 2 bathrooms / WC/ razor point Lounge area 14 sqm....
Penichette 1022FB
This boat is specially equipped for a maximum comfort for 2 persons: Spacious forward cabin with large double bed (2m x 1,60-1,40m, trapezoidal bed), separate shower and toilet compartment. At the center, inside steering position, sitting area. At the stern, large saloon with fitted...
Royal Mystique
Luxury Afloat! A superbly spacious and elegant boat - ideal for two couples. Wonderfully spacious interior throughout; exceptionally large rear cabin Fitted electric BBQ hot plate and portable cool box on upper deck Air-conditioning and heating throughout Bow...
Vision 3 and Vision 3 SL
Unrivaled for onboard cruising luxury. Come on board for the ultimate cruising experience! The Vision 3 SL is a new boat for 2013, it does not have any TV in the cabins and has stairs from the saloon to sundeck. Interior: Luxurious and spacious interior, tastefully furnished and...
Vision 4 and Vision 4 SL
Unrivaled for onboard cruising luxury. Come on board for the ultimate cruising experience! The Vision 4 SL is new for 2013, it does not have any TV in the cabin and has stairs from the saloon to the sundeck. Interior : Luxurious and spacious interior, tastefully furnished and equipped...
Calypso
Designed for traditional canal boat lovers with all the latest innovations in comfort and equipment. 3 cabins/lounge/2 bathrooms Two rear cabins with two single beds convertible into one double bed, each with en suite bathroom One central cabin with two single beds convertible into one...
Caprice
The Caprice is a modern design, with a light and airy interior, ample headroom and features normally associated with larger boats. The 2 en-suite cabins are located towards the front of the boat, leaving the rear of the boat open for relaxing! The glass sliding doors in the sitting area lead...
Classique Star
An elegant and spacious cruiser comfortably sleeping eight people. 4 cabins/lounge/3 bathrooms Two rear cabins, each with two single beds convertible into one double bed both with en suite bathrooms. Two forward cabins, one with double bed and the other with two cross over single bunk...
Clipper
Sumptuously spacious for four – in two separate large cabins each with en suite toilet/shower. 2 cabins / lounge / 2 bathrooms Front cabin with double bed and en suite toilet and shower Rear cabin has two single beds convertible to a double and en suite toilet and shower...
Continentale
The Continentale gets a complete makeover! The Continentale has had a complete makeover and now its sleek exterior mirrors the fantastic range of soft furnishings and all new modern facilities on board. All Continentales in the Le Boat fleet have been completely refurbished and upgraded to...
Elegance
A beautiful light, spacious and well-appointed boat. The big brother to the Caprice with an emphasis on comfort, space and light. The 3 en-suite cabins are located towards the front of the boat, with the dining room and kitchen to aft. Glass sliding doors open onto a rear deck with steps up...
Grand Classique
Unrivalled for style, comfort and space and is ideal for big families or groups! 5 cabins/Lounge/3 Bathrooms Two rear cabins, each with two single beds convertible into one double bed One central cabin with two single bunk beds Two forward cabins, one with double bed and the other...
Grand Confort 1100
The Nicols Grand Confort provides comfortable and spacious cabins (headroom below deck around 2 meters), each cabin has its own bathroom / WC. Easy and safe access to the fore terrace (the gangway is molded into the hull deck) aft steps lead to the roof solarium... privacy is respected offering...
Magnifique
Superb luxury, comfort and style! Undoubtedly one of the very best luxury cruiser for large parties, the Magnifique offers unbeatable onboard comfort and style. 4 cabins/lounge/3 bathrooms New-look interior with premium upholstery and flooring throughout Ultra-modern kitchen galley,...
Penichette 1020FB
Special price for couples. Forward cabin with either 1 double or 2 or 3 singles (of which one an upper bunk installed on request). Storage and hanging space. Shower compartment with shower, basin and marine WC Stern cabin with double bed. Storage and hanging space. Shower compartment...
Penichette 1180FB
Two forward cabins with double berths that can be transformed into two single berths (1 upper bunk can be installed on request in one of the cabins). Storage and hanging space. Each cabin has its own shower compartment with shower, handbasin and marine WC. Stern cabin with double bed, shower...
Penichette 1400FB
At the bows two cabins each with 2 single beds that can be joined to make a double bed. Hanging cupboard and storage. Each cabin has its own shower, hand basin and marine WC. At the stern, one cabin with double bed, with the possibility of installing one small, child size, upper single...
Penichette 1500FB
Four cabins that each have a double bed that can be transformed into two single beds . When the beds are configured as twins an additional upper pullman berth can be installed on request in any of the cabins. Hanging cupboard and storage. Each cabin has its own shower , handbasin and marine...
Royal Classique
The most luxurious of the Classique range. A new classic look for our Classiques These boats have had their interiors completely revamped using a range of designer soft furnishings fitted to improve their overall appeal for 2009. These boats will surely please everyone who goes on board...
Salsa
The Salsa’s superb interior layoutmake it ideal for large families or groups of friends 4 cabins/lounge/2 bathrooms Two rear cabins with two single beds convertible into one double bed, each with en suite bathroom Two central cabins, each with double bed Large front lounge...
Tango
The ideal model for a small family or two couples in two separate cabins. 2 cabins/lounge/1 bathroom Two rear cabins each with two singles convertible to a double bed A large lounge with steering position, direct access to front and to deck – settee convertible into one double bed...
Tarpon 37 Duo Prestige
2 Cabins: Front cabin: 1 double bed Back cabin: either 2 single beds or 1 double bed Lounge : 1 bench convertible into a double berth Bathrooms: 2 showers/ 2 sinks / 2 electrics WC. Outside shower in Germany, Burgundy and in the South of France Bow propeller Air conditioning in...
Tarpon 42 Trio Prestige
Boats of great comfort. 3 Cabins : Front cabin : 1 double berth. 2 back cabins : choice between 2 single beds or 1 double bed. Lounge cabin : convertible bench o,to a double bench. Sanitary equipment : 3 showers / 3 sinks / 3 electric WC. Bow propeller. Air conditioning in...
Tarpon 49 Quattro Prestige
Boats of a great comfort. 5 Cabins 1 crew cabin : 4 cabins for 2 with 1 shower, 1 sink and 1 electric WC in each. Crew cabin in the very front with 2 singles berths and 1 sink. Lounge : 1 bench convertible into a double bed. Sanitary equipment : 4 shower / 6 sinks / 5 WC (1 outside...
Cirrus
Generous accommodation for a small family, or two people. 1 cabin/lounge/1 bathroom Model 1 Main rear cabin with two single beds Saloon with settee convertible to double bed Upper sundeck with a second steering position Door from saloon to forward sundeck sitting area...
Classique
A beautiful boat with a stylish interior and sleek exterior. A new classic look for our Classiques These boats have had their interiors completely revamped using a range of designer soft furnishings fitted to improve their overall appeal. These boats will surely please everyone who goes on...
Consort
1 cabine, 1 lounge, 1 bathroom one forward cabin with 2 single beds spacious central saloon with sunroof, CD player and settee converting into double bed, steering position, CD player and access to the outside deck one shower, one toilet and washbasin rear sundeck with seating and...
Consul
Stylish and practical, ideal for a family or two couples 2 cabins/lounge/2 bathrooms Front cabin with two singles or one double bed Large rear cabin with double bed and en suite toilet and shower Spacious central lounge with steering position Radio/CD player, MP3/USB...
Corvette
Newly upgraded to provide greater onboard comfort – a perfect choice for four people. 2 cabins/lounge/2 bathrooms Newly modernized spacious and comfortable lounge with new uphostery and wood effect flooring, inside steering position and lockable safe Rear cabin with two...
Countess
Stylish and spacious boat with rear sundeck - newly upgraded for greater onboard comfort 2 cabins/lounge/2 bathrooms Newly modernized lounge with new upholstery and wood-effect flooring Spacious and comfortable lounge with convertible settee and inside steering position Music system...
Crusader
A smart cruiser offering excellent accommodation for six people. 3 cabins/lounge/3 bathrooms Three separate cabins each with en suite bathrooms with shower and toilet Forward cabin with two single beds Two rear cabins each with single beds convertible to double Lounge with...
Grand Confort 900
The Grand Confort self-drive boat provides comfortable and spacious cabins (headroom below deck around 2 meters). Each cabin has its own bathroom / WC. Easy and safe access to the fore terrace (the gangway is molded into the hull deck) aft steps lead to the roof solarium... Privacy is...
Millau
Our largest and most spacious fly-bridge model offering generous top deck space, with comfort and facilities for 8. This boat has been designed to sleep 8 in comfort - with 4 cabins, and 4 shower / toilets. The very large top deck is where you will spend most of your time, eating, drinking and...
Normandie
Large and comfortable - a very popular family boat with the comfort and convenience of a single level inside. Our 1325 FB fleet has been designed to cater for groups of 6 in comfort, or a practical and cost effective cruiser for up to 10. The 3 ensuite cabins offer 2 double beds and one...
Penichette 1020 Fly
1 double cabin and 1 cabin for 3. Many storage equipment , a fully equited kitchen, the Pénichette 1020 offers a big level of confort with a streering position inside and one outside. Perfectly adapted for 2 couples or 1 couple with 2 or 3 children. Maximum capacity and...
Penichette 1120R
Two large forward cabins with double bed can each take an optional extra upper pullman berth Hand basin, hanging cupboard and storage in each cabin. 2 shower compartments, each with shower, hand basin and marine WC. Fitted kitchen, inside steering, 2 large sliding sunroofs (the dinette...
Penichette 1160 Fly
3 double cabins. This boat as a very nice inside volume: 1 big front double cabin with toilet and shower; 2 rear cabins inclued one with 2 bunkbeds. The Pénichette 1160 provide a high level of confort with 2 steering position. Perfectly adapted for 2 couples and 2 children....
Penichette 1165FB
Superb forward double cabin with large en suite shower compartment, with hand basin, shower and marine WC. Hanging cupboard and storage. At the stern one cabin with double cabin, hanging cupboard and storage, and another cabin with upper and lower single berths, hanging cupboard and storage....
Penichette 1260R
Three large double cabins, with the possibility of additional upper pullman berths in the two forward cabins. Hand basin, hanging cupboard and storage in each cabin. 2 shower compartments with shower and marine WC. Fitted kitchen, inside steering, 2 large sliding sunroofs. The dinette...
Penichette 1500R
Four large double cabins, with the possibility of additional upper pullman berths in the two forward cabins Handbasin, hanging cupboard and storage in each cabin 2 shower compartments, each with shower and separate marine WC Fitted kitchen, inside steering, 2 large sliding sunroofs (the...
Rive 34
Very comfortable boat with 2 steering positions: inside and outside. The biggest rear cabin for 2 ( and its own shower and toilet) in France! Suitable for 1 couple with children or 2 couples Maximum capacity and size 6 persons 2 double beds and 2 signe beds. Dates...
Rive 40
3 double cabins. 2 steering positions: inside and outside. Ideal boat for 3 couples or 2 couples with children. Maximum capacity and size 8 persons 4 double beds (3 could be single beds) Dates Prices in euros 17/03-30/03 & 06/10-11/11...
Sedan 1010
The Nicols series-sedan, is a serie exclusive to Nicols, a concept unequalled in the field of pleasure boating : the success lies in the superb saloon with its panoramic view, a vast sliding door to the rear of the saloon leading to an enjoyable sedan terrace, with its overhead sun canopy under...
Sedan 1170
The Nicols series-sedan, is a serie exclusive to Nicols, a concept unequalled in the field of pleasure boating : the success lies in the superb saloon with its panoramic view, a vast sliding door to the rear of the saloon leading to an enjoyable sedan terrace, with its overhead sun canopy under...
Sedan 1310
The Nicols series-sedan, is a range exclusive to Nicols, a concept unequaled in the field of pleasure boating : the success lies in the superb saloon with its panoramic view, a vast sliding door to the rear of the saloon leading to an enjoyable sedan terrace, with its overhead sun canopy under...
Tarpon 32
Boats with a recent conception and comfort equipment 2 Cabins : Front cabin : 1 double berth 1 child extra bed. Back cabin : 1 double berth 1 child extra bed. Lounge cabin : 1 bench convertible into a double berth. Sanitary equipment : 2 showers / 2 sinks / 2 WC. Departure on...
Tarpon 37 N
Boats with a recent conception and comfort equipment 3 Cabins : Front cabon : 1 double berth and 1 single bed. Back cabin (front side) : 1 double berth and 1 folded back child berth (depend on the boat's style). Back cabin (starboard side) : 2 single berth (1 superposed upon another)....
Tarpon 42 A
Older boat than the Tarpon 42N, same equipment 4 Cabins : Front cabin : 1 double berth. Middle cabin : 1 double berth. Back cabin (starboard side) : 3 single berth including 1 superposed upon another. Back cabin (port side) : 1 double berth. Lounge cabin : 1 bench convertible into a...
Tarpon 42 N
Boats with a recent conception and comfort equipment. 4 Cabins : Front cabin : 1 double berth. Middle cabin : 1 double berth. Back cabin (starboard side) : 3 single berth including 1 superposed upon another. Back cabin (port side) : 1 double berth. Lounge cabin : 1 bench convertible...
Capri TS
1 double cabin, 1 lounge and 1 bathroom One forward cabin with one double bed Central saloon with CD player, settee converting into a single bed, steering position and access to the outside deck One shower, one toilet and washbasin Access restriction: for customers...
Eau Claire 1130
2 double cabins. Life aboard will be very confortable. With its bigs sliding windows you will fully profit of the countryside. Perfectly adapted for 2 couples with children or 3 couples. Maximum Capacity and dimensions 9 people 3 double beds and 3 single beds. ...
Eau Claire 1400
3 double cabins and one single exceptional habitability, its length makes it the ideal boat to cruise with numerous people Perfect for 2 couples with family or 4 couples Maximum capacity and dimensions 9 persons 3 double beds and 3 single beds
Eau Claire 930-Eau Claire 930 Fly
1 double cabin This classic house boat is very comfortable and perfect for a first experience. You will appreciate the inside layout. Suitable 1 couple with 2 children or 2 couples. Notice: if you are only two you will have the special couple fare on this boat Maximum capacity and...
Nautilia
Huge upper sundeck makes this a great boat for large groups of family and friends. 4 cabins/lounge/2 bathrooms Two rear cabins, each with two single beds convertible into one double bed Two forward cabins, one with double bed and the other with two cross over single bunk beds...
Nicols 1160
Comfortable boats which are typical of fluvial tourism and giving the best price/life on board. 4 Cabins : Front cabin: 1 double berth. 2 middle cabins : 1 double bed, but 1 as a coffin. Middle cabin : 2 single berths one upon the other. lounge cabin : 1 bench convertible into a double...
Nicols 900
Boats with a recent conception and comfort equipment. 2 Cabins : Front cabin : 1 double bed. Back cabin : 1 double bed 1 single bed. Lounge cabin : 1 bench convertible into a double bed. Sanitary equipment : 2 showers / 2 sinks /2 WC. Dates Prices...
Penichette 1106FB
Superb forward double cabin with large en suite shower compartment, with hand basin, shower and marine WC. Hanging cupboard and storage. At the stern one cabin with two single beds (double cabin in Ireland and Ardennes), hanging cupboard and storage, and another cabin with upper and lower...
Penichette 1107-1107W
Ideal for families. Forward cabin with double bed, hand basin and storage. Shower compartment with shower, hand basin and marine WC. Additional storage and hanging cupboard in the corridor. Central cabin with double bed and single bed. Dinette convertible to double bed. Fitted...
Penichette 935-935W
Ideal for couples, special price for 2 people or 2 people and child. Forward cabin with double bed, hanging cupboard and storage. One single bed in corridor. Shower compartment with, hand basin and marine WC. Dinette convertible to double bed. Fitted kitchen. Raised helm position,...
Sedan 1310 f
Boat with modern equipment inside and out. 5 Cabins Front cabin: 1 double berth. Front middle cabin: 1 double berth. Middle cabin: 1 double berth Back cabin (port side): 1 double coffin-berth Back cabin (starboard side): 1 double coffin-berth Lounge cabin: 1 bench convertible into 1...
Sheba
Nice spacious boat for a couple or young family 1 cabin/lounge/1 bathroom Aft cabin with double bed and convertible single settee Convertible double bed in saloon Two steering positions, one inside and one outside Shore power Radio/CD player Headroom : 1. 88m...
Tamaris
A popular family boat 2 cabins/lounge/2 bathrooms Forward cabin with two single bed convertible to a double bed (not in Alsace and Burgundy) Spacious lounge with interior steering position, opening roof, dining table, convertible double bed or two single beds Rear cabin with double...
Tarpon 42
Same boat as the Tarpon 42 A but the inside is different 4 Cabins : Front cabin : 3 single berth. Middle cabin : 1 double berth. Back cabin (starboard side) : 3 single berth including 1 superposed upon another. Back cabin (port side) : 1 double berth. Lounge cabin : 1 bench convertible...
Triton 1050
Comfortable boats which are typical of fluvial tourism and giving the best price/life on board. 2 Cabins : Middle cabin : 1 double bed Front cabin : 1 double bed 1 single berth Gangway : 1 single berth Lounge cabin : 1 bench convertible into 1 double bed Sanitary equipment : 1 shower...