European Waterways offers a unique hotel barge experience that combines luxury accommodations and amenities with personalized service and immersive cultural experiences. Guests enjoy ensuite accommodations, a spa pool, and stylish furnishings, as well as gourmet meals prepared by an onboard master chef. They also have the opportunity to participate in exclusive guided tours and private meals with local personalities.

Here are some of the highlights of European Waterways’ hotel barge cruises:

• La Belle Epoque: This 12-passenger barge cruises the Burgundy Canal and offers guests the chance to enjoy a private champagne tasting at Maison Taisne Riocour Champagne House and dinner with the Baroness Ségolène De Taisne at her Château de Ricey-Bas.
• Panache: This 12-passenger barge cruises Holland in the spring, France’s Champagne region in early summer, and Alsace and Lorraine from July to October. Guests can enjoy a tour of the world-famous Keukenhof Gardens, a private tour and tasting at Moët & Chandon, and a ride along the Route des Vins d’Alsace (the Alsace Wine Route)
• Scottish Highlander: This 117-foot barge offers guests the chance to enjoy the magnificence of the Scottish Highlands. Highlights include a private tour and tasting at Dalwhinnie whisky distillery, visits to Eilean Donan and Urquhart castles, and a bird of prey demonstration on the banks of Loch Ness.