The Little Midi Cruise

Castelnaudary - Homps - Castelnaudary
1 Week - Return trip
162kms • 62 locks • 42hrs

A classic cruise on the Canal du Midi through rolling countryside under the dappled shade of the plane trees. Visit the impressive walled city of Carcassonne, and the medieval Cathar city of Argens Minervois close to the pretty port of Homps. Spend time en route visiting the wine towns of Trèbes, and Bram and savour the slow pace of life along this beautiful section of the canal. Waterside restaurants and ‘caves du vin’ to suit all tastes line your cruising route.

The Merchant’s Cruise

Narbonne - Carcassonne - Narbonne
1 Week - Return trip
158kms • 78 locks • 39hrs

Start your holiday in the pretty Roman town of Narbonne and enjoy the scenery of the Canal de la Robine before turning onto the Canal du Midi and heading towards the walled city of Carcassonne.

The Wine Lover’s Cruise

Homps - Bram - Homps
1 Week - Return trip
128kms • 56 locks • 40hrs

From the small port of Homps – once famous for shipping the many barrels of Languedoc wine on to Bordeaux, head up-stream under the shade of the plane trees to the lovely waterside town of Bram, stopping off en route to visit the medieval walled city of Carcassonne.

The Pierre-Paul Riquet Cruise

Trèbes - Béziers - Trèbes
1 Week - Return trip
180kms • 50 locks • 37hrs

Enjoy lock free cruising between Argens and Béziers as you pass through the heart of waterside towns and villages to the busy port-town of Béziers, birthplace of Pierre-Paul Riquet – founder of the Canal du Midi. Experience the staircase of locks at Fonsérannes and the oldest canal tunnel at Malpas en route.

The Sunshine Cruise

Port Cassafières - Narbonne - Port
Cassafières
1 Week - Return trip
128 kms • 46 locks • 27hrs

The magnificent staircase of locks at Fonsérannes gives you stunning views over the Orb valley and the city of Béziers. Enjoy wines at the 400 year old vineyard next to the Guery aqueduct and browse for antique books at Le Somail before cruising down the Canal de la Robine into Narbonne.

The Languedoc Cruise Carcassonne

Narbonne - Castelnaudary - Narbonne
2 Weeks - Return trip
252kms • 128 locks • 60hrs

An ancient Roman town and former thriving sea port, Narbonne is famous for its spectacular Merchant’s Bridge – one of the few remaining bridges lined with houses and shops. From here, head up-stream past many delightful villages and vineyards, and the medieval city of Carcassonne, before reaching Castelnaudary.

The Canal du Midi Cruise

Homps - Castelnaudary or vice versa
1 Week - One-way trip
81kms • 31 locks • 21hrs

Take this classic Canal du Midi cruise in sunshine and shade between Homps and the lovely town of Castelnaudary. Spend time en route visiting the towns of Trèbes, Carcassonne and Bram and savour the slow pace of life along this beautiful section of the canal.

The Midi-Robine Cruise

Narbonne - Trèbes or vice versa
1 Week - One-way trip
63kms • 29 locks • 16hrs

A spectacular one week cruise along the Canal du Midi and the Canal de la Robine. Narbonne, with its spectacular Merchant’s Bridge is a delightful city to explore and is close to the beaches.

The Classic Midi Cruise

Homps - Port Cassafières or vice versa
1 Week - One-way trip
77kms • 16 locks • 16hrs

Set off from the wine centre of Homps and savour the memorable sights and sounds of the Canal du Midi en route to Port Cassafières, situated at the edge of the Camargue and close to lovely beaches.

The Medieval Cruise

Castelnaudary - Trèbes or vice versa
3-4 days - One-way trip
43kms • 12 locks • 13hrs

From the old port of Castelnaudary, visit medieval Carcassonne and enjoy the timeless appeal of the waterway en route to the medieval town of Trèbes, situated at the confluence of the Canal du Midi and the river Aude.

The Golden Midi Cruise

Port Cassafières - Castelnaudary
or vice versa
1 Week - One-way trip
157kms • 64 locks • 35hrs

From the beaches and edge of the Camargue, cruise to the vibrant city of Bèziers. Head up the staircase of locks at Fonsérannes and cruise in the shade, stopping when the mood takes you. Visit the famous ice-house and book shop at Le Somail before heading on to the 14th century town of Castelnaudary – home to Cassoulet. Visit La Cité at Carcassonne en route.