Cruise France on the hotel canal barge Luciole

An all-inclusive cruise rate, including: Six nights accommodation, excursions and all food and drink on board. Breakfast is Continental stye, lunch is a delicious buffet of salads and specialities and in the evening a gourmet four-course evening meal. All beverages, including regional wines and those from further afield, tea and coffee and our open bar. See our live availability

The barge accommodates 12 passengers in 8 en-suite cabins. There is a choice of double, twin or single cabins, all with good storage space and opening windows. The saloon is light and airy with picture windows, the sun-deck is large, both offer the perfect way to see Burgundy. See inside here

We welcome individual bookings or whole boat charters for 10 - 12 passengers he on board atmosphere is delightfully friendly and and provides an opportunity to meet similar minded people and share a wonderful experience. Our passengers, whether cruising as a couple, an individual or a group of friends are continuously charmed by the onboard atmosphere. Our forty years of cruising experience goes towards creating the ambiance the Luciole famed for. See our itinerary

A family business established in 1976, we have been hotel barging for forty years, first with Secunda and for thirty years with the Luciole (originally the Palinurus who began cruising in 1966). Each season we renovate and upgrade the barge. Read about our history

The Luciole cruises with six crew members, all of whom combine professionalism, attentiveness and a friendly disposition. The Captain pilots the Luciole along the canal, our tour guide leads spectacular visits into beautiful Burgundy, the highly accomplished chef presents inspiring menus, two hosts take care of everyone and are always on hand, but never intrusive. Finally and not to be forgotten the sixth crew member, our deckhand. Read about our crew

Bespoke itineraries are also available for families and groups chartering the boat. We can create a personalised vacation, combing cruising and a specialist interest, from adventure cruises to wine, architecture or photography. Burgundy’s rich and varied region offers so much to the inspired. See our bespoke options

Free return transfers from Luciole to Paris in our private air-conditioned Mercedes bus. We rendezvous with passengers in central Paris for the journey to the barge. A sparkling Kia Royale awaits our passengers, along with a warm welcome from the Captain and crew. Departure from the Luciole is on Saturday morning after breakfast. More about Paris transfers