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The Anjodi is of classic Dutch design, specifically rebuilt to navigate the 300 year old Canal du Midi. She has  been  completely refurbished in the tasteful tradition of  African hardwoods, hand-crafted panelling and shining  brass, creating a comfortable and charming ambiance.

The well planned accommodations offers a choice of four  staterooms with full en-suite facilities. The sun deck is  spacious and has a heated sunken Jacuzzi. Anjodi's   highly  professional crew of four is comprised of Master Chef, Tour Guide and Stewardess, and led by a knowledgeable and experienced Captain who will ensure your cruise is most enjoyable!
 

Cruise Highlights:

•    All-inclusive open bar, free wines,gourmet cuisine, entry fees to excursions
•    Tour Carcassonne, the most complete medieval fortified city     in existence
•    Visit the ancient Roman city of Narbonne
•    Explore the 12th century hill-top fort of Minerve
•    Private tastings of Corbières wine at Domaine de Guery     
•    See the Pyrenees mountains across the vineyards and discover Cathar history
•    Experience Narbonne's colorful indoor market
•    Visit Béziers and 600 B.C. L'Oppium D'Enserune

Itinerary 1: Beziers to carcassonne

Sunday, Marseillan

You will be met at The Holiday Inn Hotel, Montpellier at 4pm, or Montpellier TGV station on request, and escorted by minibus to Anjodi moored in the lake side fishing village of Marseillan, enjoying a view over the oyster beds, home of Noilly Pratt Vermouth.  Champagne welcome followed by time for a relaxing stroll around this lovely fishing village before dinner aboard.

Monday, Marseillan to Portiragnes

This morning we cruise from Marseillan to Portiragnes through the nature reserve of Bagnas with potential sightings of flamingo’s and other birds.  After lunch an informative wine tasting in the 14th Century Chateau de Perdiguier, famed for its 15th century frescoes and Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay wines.  Dinner aboard.

 Tuesday, Portiragnes to Beziers

This morning we visit Pezenas, a delightful village, mostly known for its associations with the French play write Moliere, who is said to have written many plays while staying there.  We then cruise to the bottom of the Fonseranes 7 lock flight at Beziers where we continue along the 300 year old tree lined Canal du Midi.    Dinner in Beziers

Wednesday, Beziers to Poilhes

This morning we cross the aqueduct over the River Orb and then ascend the 7-lock flight of Fonseranes before reaching the world’s oldest canal tunnel at Malpas.  On arrival at the picturesque village of Poilhes we take an excursion out to Minerve, the ancient capital of Minervois, which boasts a 12th Century Cathar fort surrounded by deep limestone gorges.  Besieged by Simon de Montfort in 1215, its hill-top location affords spectacular views.  A fascinating recreation in miniature of the bloodthirsty Cathar rebellion and small museum complete the intriguing picture.  Dinner on board

On certain cruises, an alternative to the wine tasting may be offered to l'Oppidum D'Enserune, a pre-Roman hilltop settlement with Greek and Iberian excavations dating from 600 BC.     

Thursday, Poilhes to Argeliers

A morning visit to Narbonne, a Roman Mediterranean capital where the Visigoth monarchs once lived.  Enjoy the Archbishop’s Palace and Horreum.  Explore the indoor market at the hub of this bustling town, where you will have time to shop or simply absorb the relaxed atmosphere.  Return to the barge for a cruise along the shaded canal to Argeliers, stopping off en route at Domaine de Guery, a 500 year old canal side vineyard, for a pre-dinner wine tasting of the full-bodied Corbieres.  Dinner aboard

Friday, Argelier to Le Somail

Morning visit to Carcassonne.  Dating back to the Gallo-Roman era, this is the most complete mediaeval fortified city in existence today. With its 52 watchtowers, portcullis and extraordinary repertoire of defenses, it resisted the many armies that tried to storm this Camelot setting.  In the afternoon we cruise along the historic Midi Canal to the delightful village of Le Somail.  Captain's Farewell Dinner aboard.

Saturday, Le Somail to Montpellier

After breakfast, depart from Le Somail by minibus to Montpellier TGV station or Montpellier by 10am.

This is a sample itinerary and is subject to change

 We recommend you reserve TGV6209 departing Paris Gare de Lyon at 11:20 on Sunday arriving Montpellier at 14:41.  Make your way to the Bodega du Lezard café at the station.  Recommended TGV on Saturday is TGV6208 departing at 10:21 from Montpellier arriving Paris Gare de Lyon 13:49

Itinerary 2: Carcassonne to Beziers

Sunday, Day 1 - Le Somail

Passengers are met at The Holiday Inn Hotel in Montpellier or Montpellier TGV station on request, by the Captain at 4pm and escorted by minibus to Anjodi, moored in the port of Le Somail. Champagne welcome followed by time to walk around the charming and historical village.  Dinner on board.

Monday, Day 2 - Le Somail to Argeliers

Fascinating morning tour of Carcassonne.  Dating back to the Gallo-Roman era, this is the most complete mediaeval fortified city in existence today with its 52 watchtowers, portcullis and extraordinary repertoire of defenses, which resisted the many armies that tried to storm this glorious Camelot setting.  Afternoon cruise along the 330 year old Midi canal to Argeliers through vineyards and pine trees.  Dinner aboard.

Tuesday, Day 3 - Argeliers to Poilhes

This morning’s excursion is to Minerve, the ancient capital of the Minervois, which boasts a 12th century Cathar fort surrounded by deep limestone gorges.  Besieged by Simon de Montfort in 1215, its hilltop location affords spectacular views. A fascinating recreation in miniature of the bloodthirsty Cathar rebellion and small museum complete this intriguing picture. Cruise to Poilhes with magnificent views of the Pyrenees and enjoy a wine-tasting of the full-bodied Corbieres at the 500 year old vineyard Domaine de Guery.   Dinner aboard.

Wednesday, Day 4 - Poilhes to Beziers

This morning we cruise to Beziers via the world’s oldest canal tunnel at Malpas, mooring at the top of the flight of 7 locks at Fonseranes.  An informative visit follows to Perdiguier, a local chateau, famous for its 15th century frescoes, where the production of wine is explained and the end product can be tasted.   Lunch on board, followed by the descent of the lock flight to Beziers, crossing the aqueduct over the River Orb.   Dinner at a restaurant in Beziers.

On certain cruises, an alternative to the wine tasting may be offered to l'Oppidum D'Enserune, a pre-Roman hilltop settlement with Greek and Iberian excavations dating from 600 BC.      

Thursday, Day 5 - Beziers to Portiragnes

This morning’s excursion is to Narbonne, a Roman Mediterranean capital where the Visigoth monarchs once lived.  Enjoy a visit to the Archbishop's Palace and Horreum.  Explore the indoor market at the hub of this bustling canal side town, where you will have time to shop or simply absorb the relaxed atmosphere.  Cruise to Portiragnes where the Canal du Midi is at its closest to the Mediterranean and maybe enjoy an evening swim in the Med!   Dinner aboard.

Friday, Day 6 - Portiragnes to Marseillan

Anjodi sets off through the famous round lock and then the nature reserve of Bagnas, with potential sightings of flamingo’s and other birds before heading out onto the inland saltwater lake of Thau, past the oyster beds.  After mooring in the fishing village of Marseillan, we take an excursion out to Pezenas, a delightful village, mostly famous for its associations with the famous French play write Moliere, who is said to have written many plays while staying here.  Captain’s Farewell Dinner aboard.

Saturday, Day 7 - Marseillan to Montpellier

After breakfast depart Marseillan by minibus and return to Montpellier TGV station by 10am.

This is a sample itinerary and is subject to change

We recommend you reserve TGV6209 departing Paris Gare de Lyon at 11:20 on Sunday arriving Montpellier at 14:41.  Make your way to the Bodega du Lezard café at the station.  Recommended TGV on Saturday is TGV6208 departing at 10:21 from Montpellier arriving Paris Gare de Lyon 13:49

These itineraries depend on which alternative week you want to travel.

Rates 2010:

Note: All prices are in Euro €

Features:

• Length/width: 100' x 16'6''

• 2 Decks

• Crew: 4 members

• Cabins : 4 twin or double, private bathrooms

• Air conditioning/central heating throughout

• 8 good quality touring bicycles

• Air-conditioned minibus for excursions

• On-deck Jacuzzi

Rates include:

• Accommodation on board the barge

• All meals, table wines and alcoholic beverages

• All sightseeing and admittance fees as stipulated

• Use of vessels' bicycles and other facilities

• Round trip transfers from the meeting point to the barge are also included in the fares

Rates do not include:

• Cancellation and holiday insurance

• On board gratuities and items of personal nature