Meet the Fleet
The five péniche-hôtels that make up Afloat in France are among the most exclusive and lavish ever to navigate the country’s waterways. These individually designed craft are distinguished by their spaciousness and luxurious facilities, which on certain péniches include heated plunge pools, sitting rooms furnished with period furniture and State rooms with canopied beds.

Alouette Barge

Langorous days in the southern sun while cruising quiet waters to Carcassonne
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Amaryllis Barge

Drift into another world – of medieval villages, flower-filled meadows and celebrated chateaux
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Fleur de Lys Barge

A basket of fresh croissants, a glass of Burgundy wine, the sun filtering through a vine-hung pergola
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Hirondelle Barge

Glide along quiet canals where little has changed since horses once towed these stately craft
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Napoleon

A thrilling journey along the majestic Rhone, en route to the grand cities and dramatic landscapes of Provence
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Meet the Fleet

Our 5 péniche-hôtels are among the most exclusive and lavish ever to navigate the waterways of France. More »

Barging in Tandem

For a large group you can charter two, or even three, vessels and travel in convoy More »

The Waterways of France

France's inland waterways weave through some of the country's finest landscapes More »

Rhythm of Life

There is a way of ghosting through the best of France, virtually unnoticed. More »

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