EXCLUSIVE CRUISE FROM NORTH TO SOUTH OF FRANCE

Aboard KAÏROS, a boat for river or coastal cruises, discover the valley of Rhone and Saone, the Camargue and Mediterranean coast.

For insiders aboard premium class: 
- Experience and river license mandatory to rent   
  Aboard a boat over 13 metres long
-OR: Skipper available

                    Boat : Tarpon L 49 Model :



Boat with all modern conveniences for 8 people(and skipper) in 4 double cabins
Lenght : 14.92 metres. Width : 4.76 metres.
2 pilot stations (inside et outside).
Bow thruster. 
Minimum available height in the lounge 1.95 metres, in the cabins : 1.88 metres. 
Water supply : 1400 liters. 
Beddings : 4 double cabins,2 with single bed.Each cabin has a bathroom equipped with shower,washbasin and electric toilet.One cabin for the crew with separate access equipped 
Bathroom: 4 showers / 5 washbasin / 5 toilets with 1 separate.
Kitchen : double sink, 170 liters refrigirator, 50 liters freezer space, oven micro-wave, dishwasher, both gas and electric stove with 4 heats.

Air conditinning system in the whole boat, 220 volts electricity when docked and 220 volts generator, Hi-fi system, Satellite color TV.
Outside: Deck with awning.
Sun lounge with bike hanger and deck furniture.Tarpon L 49,pilot station view.

TWO WEEK ONE WAY CRUISE

Destination to Soane and Rhone valleys, on provence and Camargue's door step. From
Pontailler sur Saone,you will take "la petite Saone" all the way to Saint Jean de Losne - the birthplace of river cruises. From there you will continue on the "grande Saone", not far from Beaune and its famous almshouses.You will then cross Chalon sur Saone, Tournus, Mancon and pass close to the hillside vineyards of Burgundy. A cruise on the Rhône will allow you to discover: The charming Lyon, Vienne and its archaeological treasures, Viviers the medieval city, Avignon and the city of popes at the edge of Provence and the wild and unusual Camargue. 

From Pontailler Sur Saône (Burgundy / Franche Comté),
St Jean de Losne, Chalon Sur Saône, Tournus, Macon, Lyon, Roches de Condrieu, Tain l'Hermitage, Valence, Montélimar, Viviers, Avignon, Arles, La Camargue, Aigues Mortes, 
to Carnon (Camargue. Canal du Rhône at Sete) or vice versa :
586 kilometers, 20 locks, 58 hours of navigation.
Almshouses in Beaune,Burgundy

ROUND-TRIP from PONTAILLER SUR SAÔNE :

There are so many routes from Pontailler sur Saône :
You can either take the Saone river or the "petite Soane" for an easy river cruise with few locks, or the Canal de Bourgogne or the Doubs River or even  the Canal de Marne à la Saône.
In these lands of history and French cuisine, you will cruise through a world shaded and lined by oaks, willows and reeds, and where grey herons, kingfishers and wild ducks live in peace.Your cruise is a real opportunity to taste the wines of Burgundy and enjoy local meals such as "la pôchouse" in Bress (a kind of bouillabaisse made from local fish). 

Mini week :
 - Pontailler sur Saône, Savoyeux, Pontailler sur Saône : 124 kms, 8 locks,
15 hours 
- Pontailler sur Saône, Dôle, Pontailler sur Saône : 102 kms, 22 locks,
18 hours.

One week:
- Pontailler sur Saône, Dijon, Pontailler sur Saône : 130 kms, 48 locks,
24 hours.
- Pontailler sur Saône, Châlon sur Saône, Pontailler sur Saône : 210 kms, 8 locks,
28 hours.
- Pontailler sur Saône, Scey sur Saône, Pontailler sur Saône : 206 kms, 24 locks,
30 hours.
- Pontailler sur Saône, Besançon, Pontailler sur Saône : 222 kms, 56 locks,
37 hours.

Two weeks :
- Pontailler sur Saône, Louhans, Pontailler sur Saône : 366 kms, 28 locks,
50 hours.
- Pontailler sur Saône, St Léger sur Dheune, Pontailler sur Saône : 274 kms,
40 locks, 41 hours.
- Pontailler sur Saône, Corre, Pontailler sur Saône : 312 kms, 38 locks,
46 hours.

Abbey in Burgundy

Charolais cow and its calf

ROUND-TRIP¨ROUTE FROM CARNON :

Between land and water, the Camargue is a wonderful destination where you can have a peaceful and relaxing holiday. Discovering the Camargue through from a boat is definently an exciting experience:you can easily reach a beach on foot or on your bike to enjoy a sunny break next to the Mediterranean Sea. You also have the chance to discover the beauty of the wild side of the Camargue.

-A land of marshes, with a vast natural park and a magnificent wild bird preserve where you can observe: pink flamingos, black bulls, wild horses and over 350 different species of wild birds. A safari photobook could be a part of your cruise!

Be ready for the adventure and experience real maritime cuisine on Lake Thau! There are many friendly harbours such as Marseillan, Bouzigues, Mèze or Frontignan to explore.

And don't miss the cultural oddities of:

-Aigues-Mortes,a medieval city whose history is linked to the kings of France.This town is protected by a 1640-meter-long rampart.

-Béziers: located in Cathare land that you will cross if you cruise towards the Canal du Midi. The cruise in Camargue is one of sunshine, nature, culture and history.

Mini week:

-Carnon,Capestang,Carnon: 196 Kms,28 locks, 30 hours

-Carnon,Beaucaire,Sète,Carnon:194 Kms, 2 locks,30 hours

-Carnon,Marseillan,Carnon:75Kms,0 locks, 23 hours

One week:

Carnon,Capestang,Carnon:196 Kms,28 locks,30hours.

Carnon,Beaucaire,Sète,Carnon:194 Kms, 2 locks, 35 hours

Carnon,Marseillan,Carnon: 75Kms, no lock,15 hours

Two weeks:

Carnon,Narbonne,Carnon:280Kms, 34 locks, 50 hours.

A mix of coastal and river Navigation is possible for cruise along mediterranean coast from Collioure to the Calanques of Cassis.

2011 price list for a week(all taxes included)

Bedding:8/10+2people

Deposit=1500 euros

OUR PRICE INCLUDES

-The hire of the boat

-Its security equipment

-Crockery

-Linen:sheet,blanket or duvet,pillow and pillow case.

-Navigation and lock tax

-The insurance of the boat

-A 13 kg gas bottle

-Demonstration to operate the boat on departure day

-Demonstration to handle the boat and temporary license when boarding

-Technical assistance 7 days a week from 9 am to 7 pm.

-Cleaning set

-Kitchen cloths set

-Towel set

OUR PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

-The cancellation insurance

-Food supply

-Personal insurance for the crew

-The one-way extra charge

-Car park or garage for car

-The waterway map which could be useful in preparing your cruise

-Bikes

-Cruise plus insurance(damage waiver)

-The final cleaning of the boat at the end of the cruise (the inside and outside)

-Gas oil (the boat is rented with full tank and must be returned full)

Skipper price: 230 euros per day
Hostess price: 190 euros per day
Cook price: 210 euros per day

Discounts:

-Early booking discount:Get 3% off for one week reservation(minimum) made at least 120 days before departure;book early and pay less!

-Family discount:Get 5% off for a familly with a child under 16 and get 10% off with 2 children (and more).The rent has to be for at least a week.

-Long term rent:5% off when cruise lasts 2 weeks

For further details about discount click here

Tarpon L 49, outside view

Tarpon L 49, view of the cockpit

Homes of Beaune, Burgundy

Abbaye in Burgundy

Charolaise cow and its calf

Lyon: edges of Saône et cathedrale of Fourvière

Rhône Vineyards and coasts 

Landscape of  Drôme: Girondas

Avignon: bridge and  city of Papes

 Romain theater in Arles

Provence: Fields of lavender

Camargue: "abrivado" on the beach