Day 1 :
Meet at the Paris hotel chosen by the charter group at 2:00 pm, then transfer via chauffeur-driven Mercedes minivan to 'Prospérité,' moored at Tanlay. A champagne reception awaits, with time to relax before a gourmet dinner on board. 

Day 2:
Cruise on the idyllic Burgundy Canal this morning with great opportunities for walking or cycling along the towpath. After lunch, visit the 16th-century château at Ancy-le-Franc, which has been beautifully restored with many murals and examples of period furniture.

Day 3:
Tour the Chablis wine region today where the vineyards date from Roman times, enjoying a private tasting along the way. In the afternoon, cruise to the village of Ravières for overnight mooring. 

Day 4:
After breakfast, take a walking tour of the medieval port city of Auxerre to see the historic center and its Cathédrale St-Étienne. Then cruise along a scenic stretch of the Canal to Montbard.

Day 5:
Tour the 18th-century forge at Buffon, built by the great naturalist Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon whose work influenced Charles Darwin. After a cruise to Venarey-les-Laumes, enjoy dinner ashore at a fine restaurant.  

Day 6:
The morning cruise to Pouillenay is followed by a visit to Fontenay Abbey, founded by Saint Bernard in the 12th century. Once home to more than 300 monks, the site was inhabited until the late 18th century. Back on board 'Prospérité,' enjoy a gourmet Captain's dinner to celebrate your journey. 

Day 7:
After breakfast, transfer back to the Paris hotel of your choice via a chauffeur-driven Mercedes minivan.