Luxury Hotel Barge Operator European Waterways has launched its newest Ultra Deluxe vessel, the eight-passenger Kir Royale, which will cruise the Champagne region of France starting in May 2024. The vessel features major upgrades that include a more spacious layout with modern furnishings, three sundecks and a spa pool, an upper observation deck with a panoramic view, and four air-conditioned cabins with en suite bathrooms.

Kir Royale will offer six-night all-inclusive sailings with exclusive excursions to some of the regions’ legendary champagne houses such as Moët & Chandon. Guests will also be treated to unique immersive experiences that include lunch at the boutique grand cru champagne house of Frerejean Frères, and on-board gastronomic meals with wine pairings, served by the vessel’s own master chef.

This European Waterways itinerary is all about the grapes, with visits to renowned champagne houses and private tastings. Guests will also have the opportunity to explore the region’s history and culture, with excursions to Reims Cathedral and Château-Thierry and Belleau Wood.

European Waterways Kir Royale’s cruise season is really all about experiencing the extraordinary journey of the grapes in Champagne, from the growing season to the harvest and beyond. The sweeping beauty of Champagne’s majestic countryside, blanketed with vineyards, is on full display, no matter what time of the season you cruise.

2024 Special Offers

Destination	Offer	Dates	Deposit By
Champagne	10% off per charter	All 2024 dates except Sep 1, 8, 15, 22, 29	2 Oct 2023

2024 Cruise Rates

Rates are for 6 nights either: per person based on double occupancy per cabin or on a whole barge charter basis.

Accommodation	Value	Regular
Suite	$8,550	$9,950
Single Supplement	$3,300	$3,800
Charter (Whole Barge)
Charter 6 passengers	$58,700	$67,900
Charter 7 passengers	$61,100	$70,700
Charter 8 passengers	$63,500	$73,500

Departure Dates (Sunday)	Rates	Cruise Region
May 19, 26; Jun 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Jul 7, 14	Reg	France – Champagne
Jul 21, 28; Aug 4, 11, 18	Val	France – Champagne
Aug 25; Sep 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Oct 6	Reg	France – Champagne
Oct 13, 20	Val	France – Champagne