Cruise this morning to the village of Fleurey in the heart of La France profonde. The rest of the day is devoted to exploring the Côte d'Or wine area, including a visit to Clos de Vougeot, originally a 12th-century winery built by Cistercian monks.

Day 3:

Return to Dijon today to visit the lively food market. Afterward, tour the medieval town center of Dijon with its 14th-century Ducal Palace. Later in the day, return to 'Prospérité' to cruise further into the beautiful valley of the River Ouche with its limestone cliffs and wooded hills.

Day 4:

Cruise to La Bussière-sur-Ouche this morning before returning to the Côte d'Or vineyards for a personal introduction to the winegrowers and a private tasting. This evening's dinner is at the wonderful Restaurant Gastronomique in the award-winning château hotel at the 12th-century Abbaye de la Bussière.

Day 5:

As 'Prospérité' continues her leisurely cruise on the Canal de Bourgogne, there are ample opportunities for walking or cycling along the towpath - or simply relaxing in the hot tub on board. After lunch today, visit Beaune, Burgundy's wine capital. Tour the remarkably-preserved Hôtel-Dieu, a 15th-century hospital preserved as a museum, with its brilliantly colored Burgundian tile roof. Take time to relax in the picturesque town square before returning to the barge.

Day 6:

Cruise past the village of Châteauneuf-en-Auxois, dramatically perched atop a hill overlooking the canal. This afternoon, explore this atmospheric medieval town before cruising on to your final mooring at Vandenesse-en-Auxois for a festive Captain's dinner.

Day 7: