Day 1: SATURDAY
Meet in Toulouse and transfer to ‘Saint Louis,’ moored at Lacourt-Saint-Pierre. After a champagne reception, visit nearby Montech where an artisan distillerie produces liqueurs made from local fruits. Return to the barge for a gourmet dinner on board.(D)

Day 2: SUNDAY
After breakfast, visit Montauban, a city of art and culture with cobbled streets, a lovely square and a 13th-century bridge. Later, cruise to the beautiful port city of Castelsarrasin by way of the Montech Water Slope.(B,L,D)

Day 3: MONDAY
‘Saint Louis’ descends four locks to cross the River Tarn by way of a brick aqueduct, almost 100 feet over the river. Visit the Romanesque gem of Abbaye St-Pierre de Moissac, with its ancient church and magnificent cloisters.(B,L,D)

Day 4: TUESDAY
Cruise lovely countryside today — with rolling hills to the right and the River Garonne to the left. The barge moors at the quiet port of Pommevic for lunch and an excursion to Auvillar, one of France’s most lovely villages, historically known for its export of pottery and writing quills.(B,L,D)

Day 5: WEDNESDAY
This morning, cruise through the market town of Valence d’Agen, continuing to peaceful Lamagistere where ‘Saint Louis’ moors during lunch. In Donzac this afternoon, visit the conservatory of regional crafts, continuing to the stone-built 13th-century village of Dunes with its pretty half-timbered houses.(B,L,D)

Day 6: THURSDAY
Visit Clermont-Soubiran today for a walk around the château. After lunch, cruise to the provincial town of Agen. Once a crossroads on the road connecting the Mediterranean and the Atlantic, Agen is best known for its world-famous prunes grown in nearby villages. Back on board ‘Saint Louis’ this evening, enjoy a festive farewell dinner.(B,L,D)

Day 7: FRIDAY
After breakfast, transfer to Toulouse where your journey ends.(B)

The intimate 'Saint Louis' cruises on the Canal de Garonne in southwestern France, visiting the fabled lands of Eleanor of Aquitaine, Cyrano de Bergerac and the Three Musketeers. Enjoy delicious cuisine, complemented by regional wines, while experiencing the lush countryside, quaint villages and memorable towns of this less-visited, hidden corner of the country.

• All meals as indicated by the itinerary (BLD), and all alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages while onboard.
• Sightseeing as indicated by the itinerary.
• All onboard accommodations while on tour.
• Services of a professional guide.

Cruising: cabin aboard Saint Louis

• No children under 12 are allowed on sailings, unless it is a charter cruise.
• This tour is also available as a six-night charter, starting from $24,000.
• Cruise itinerary is subject to change and operates in reverse direction on alternate weeks.
• Please ask your Vacations To Go travel counselor for more information.

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