Discover the barge
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With three cabins, all of which are suits, with private bathrooms, opening portholes or windows, plenty of cupboard space, air-conditioning, the vessel is well equipped to provide up to six passengers with the maximum of comfort, whilst the barge retains her original character and style. Some cruise highlights
The wheelhouse is very large, with traditional wood finishing, from here you can participate in the navigation activities with your captain, he'll show the skills and techniques of locking a barge through the canal system. Please consult the plan of the barge for more details about the barge layout and cabin positions. There are bicycles (18 speed mountain bikes) available for everybody, you can wander off exploring the canal tow-path, villages and country lanes at anytime, even whilst the barge is cruising, you an get on or off at each lock. Take a stroll along the tow-path and rejoin the barge at the following lock, along the way, you'll find all the varieties of wild flowers and poppies, oak, elm and beech trees with forever changing colours. Take your time and have a drink in a local French café or taste the fresh bread from one of the small traditional bakers.
Read about the cruise route and the journey along the canal.
M.S. Niagara is available for charter cruises of 4, 5 or 6 people, the perfect charter boat for family and friends. Fully crewed with an experienced captain, you can just sit back and enjoy your vacation on this exclusive and top rated cruise. To view a map of France showing where the barge cruises in Burgundy please click here.
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The barge was built in Holland, of the type "Luxe Motor", more
than 30 metres long and 5 metres wide, she has a steel hull and weighs
more than 100 tonnes, the original barge was built in 1926. Read more 
A large sundeck and heated pool, which also has a whirlpool, provide the perfect position for
relaxing and enjoying the Burgundy countryside as the barge slowly makes it's way.
With deck chairs and tables, sun-umbrellas providing shade, you can spend much time here, with a glass of wine in hand, simple relaxing...
The barge cruises on the Burgundy Canal, one of
France's finest waterways, built more than 250 years ago. As the barge meanders along the calm waterways,
every corner and lock opens a new perspective of the lavish green countryside of Burgundy. Small villages hidden amongst the trees,
churches built during the Renaissance ringing each hour. Almost every hill has a castle, which during the feudal times protected the villagers.