AFLOAT IN FRANCE

Napoleon & Hirondelle Orient Express Cruises Singapore 189702

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The Afloat in Fance fleet comprises of five peniche-hotels that
offer a unique and tranquil cruise experience into the heart
of rural France including Burgundy, Provence, the Rhone Vallee
and Languedoc-Roussillon.

Each barge accommodates between four and twelve passengers and
offers a high standard of service with all five peniche enjoying
a high crew to guest ratio with six crew attending to up twelve
guests. Itineraries are usually six nights, commencing on
Sundays, on a fully inclusive basis but shorter / longer
durations can be arranged with private charters. They may all
be booked for private hire, giving guests the opportunity to
have their own floating house party. Napoleon and Hirondelle
are also available on a per cabin basis. Larger parties can
even take advantage of tandem cruising, where two peniche
travel together.

The fleet travels through the heart of France and each peniche
is accompanied by an air-conditioned minibus giving guests
exclusive access to private vineyards, gardens, antiques,
markets and local beauty spots. The peniche also carry
bicycles to enable independent exploration of the local region
at leisure.

Each peniche is individual in design and lavishly appointed
making them the most luxurious fleet on the French waterways.
They have all been beautifully constructed, furnished with
antiques and accompanied by modern requirements such as air-
conditioning. Two barges have outdoor heated pools.

DEPARTURE SCHEDULE 2009:

DATES NAPOLEON HIRONDELLE
05-April Tain-Arles Rogney-Guetin
12-April Arles-Tain Guetin-Digoin
19-April Tain-Arles Digoin-Guetin
26-April Arles-Tain Guetin-Rogny
03-May Tain-Arles Rogny-Guetin
10-May Arles-Tain Guetin-Digoin
17-May Tain-Arles Digion-Guetin
24-May Arles-Tain Guetin-Rogny
31-May Tain-Arles Rogny-Guetin
07-June Arles-Tain Guetin-Digoin
14-June Tain-Arles Digoin-St Leger
21-June Arles-Tain St Leger-Besancon
28-June Tain-arles Besancon-Dijon
05-July Arles-Tain Dijon-Escommes
12-July Tain-Tournus Escommes-Dijon
19-July Macon-St Jean Dijon-Besancon
26-July St Jean-Lyon Besancon-St Leger
02-August Lyon-Avignon St Leger-Digoin
09-August Arles-Tain Digoin-Guetin
16-August Tain-Chalon Guetin-Rogny
23-August Chalon-Tain Rogney-Guetin
30-August Tain-Arles Guetin-Digoin
06-September Arles-Tain Digoin-St Leger
13-September Tain-Arles St Leger-Besancon
20-September Arles-Tain Besancon-St Leger
27-September Tain-Arles St Leger-Besancon
04-October Arles-Tain Besancon-St Leger
11-October Tain-Arles St Leger-Dijon
18-October Arles-Tain Dijon-Escommes
25-October Tain-Chalon Escommes-St Jean

HISTORY & THE BOATS:
HIRONDELLE
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Hirondelle was constructed as a 27 metre cargo barge at
Hoogerand in the Netherlands in 1928 and was originally named
Vios. She was later lengthened to 38.5 metres in order to
increase her tonnage and her cargo capacity. This, combined
with her 5.5 metre beam, now makes her the larges size of
barge able to fid in to the canal locks. She was brought to
France and was converted by Afloat in France to welcome
passengers in 1992 when her name changed to Hirondelle.

The comfortable cabins (130 sq feet) are located above the
water line and have individually controlled air-conditioning.
One cabin has a double bed, and three cabins have twin beds.
Wash basins are located either in the cabin or ensuite
bathroom. Sockets are suitable for 2 pin plus, 220 volts.
There is a 220 volt shaver socket in the bedroom. (Plus and
adapters are available on request). Hair dryers are provided
in each cabin.

The Salon has large windows well above the water line,
which afford good views of the countryside. Meals are served
in the dining area or al fresco depending on the weather.
Sun deck loungers and umbrellas are provided.

NAPOLEON
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Napoleon was converted from the hull of a commercial freight-
carrying barge built in Belgium in 1963. She was one of the
last commercial barges to have been built. The hull was
purchased in Belgium and converted in a small shipyard in
Bruges. The woodwork was carried out by British ship's
carpenters in Belgium The various systems incorporated in the
ship come from several European countries. The Napoleon was
launched in May 1991 as a passenger vessel and joined the
Afloat in France feet in 1995 after further refurbishment.

The comfortable cabins (150 sq feet) are all located above
the water line and have individually controlled air-conditioning
The beds are king size doubles, which can be arranged as twins
if desired. Sockets are suitable for 2 pin plugs, 220 volts.
(Plug adapters are available on request). Hair dryers are
provided in each cabin. The cabins contain individual DVD
players and a small selection of DVDs is available in the salon.
The en-suite bathrooms are fitted with a pedestal basin, a
shower stall, and a flush pumped WC.

The Salon is beautifully furnished and has large windows well
above the water line, which afford good views of the
countryside. Meals are served in the separate dining roon on
the top deck or al fresco depending on the weather.

Large canopy over part of the deck provides a shaded dining
area and covers some sun loungers and an exercise bike. There
is also a heated Jacuzzi and more sun loungers on the open deck.

PRE-DEPARTURE INFORMATION:
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Currency; Currency in Fance is the Euro. We regret we cannot
accept credit cards or debit cards on board. However,
credit cards and debit cards are widely accepted off the
boat.

Customs; Customs regulation are in line with most other
countries in the world. All gusts will be responsible for
claiming and clearing their own luggage on arrival in France.

Holiday Insurance; We strongly recommend that you take out
adequate insurance in respect of your journey or holiday.

Luggage; When you plan your packing, please bear in mind that
all luggage must be stored in your cabin. In each cabin there
is a wardrobe with hangers. Regretfully, there are limited
facilites available for storage of luggage not required
during your cruise. We recommed that your baggage be labelled
with a contact address and your destination.
Hand Luggage; your passport, travel documents, jewellery,
money, camera, fragile items and any medication should be
\and carried and not checked in.

Passport / Visas / Health

Please ensure that your party comply with all passport, visa,
customs and other formalities.

LIFE ONBOARD:
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Air Conditioning / Heating; throughout the barge.
Dining; Wining and dining is a highlight of any cruise.
Breakfast, lunch and Dinner times may vary to fit in with
excursions. We will do our best to cater for special dietary
requirements.
Dress; the atmosphere on board is relaxed. Smart casual for
dinner.
Drinks; champagne at reception to welcom you on board. Wines
to accompany meals. Complimentary tea, coffee, soft drinks
and alcoholic drinks are available throughout the day.
Electricity; 220 volts AC throughout.
Emergency Procedures; safety briefing on arrival
Hairdresser; appointments may be arranged
Information; will be provided for each cabin
Laundry; no laundry service on board
Linen; towels are changed daily
Mail Service; stamps for letters and postcards are available
for sale on board
Medical Facilites; First Adi box available on board
Mobility; Guests with limited mobility are able to enjoy
cruising with Afloat in France
Newspapers and Magazines; Orient-Express Magazine is provided
in your cabin
Photographic Films; 35mm colour print films are available
to purchase on board
Restaurants ashore; a number of outstanding restaurants in
the area of the cruise
Safety and Security; Lifejackets are provided on board. Please
refer to the Safety Plan in your cabin

SHORE ACTIVITIES:
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Balloning, Bicycles, Boules, Canoeing, Golf and Tennis.
Smoking; guests are only to smoke outside the boat deck.
Souvenirs; there is a range onboard.