Johanna overview
- Capacity 6 guests
- Crew members 3
- Booking type Private charter only
- Meeting point 4pm in Paris
- Price Starting from €3,125 per person
“The owners Patsie & Kris, and their cat, will gladly welcome you aboard the Johanna and provide you with a service you will not likely forget.”
Cruise in Belgium, Nord-Pas-de-Calais, Picardy, Paris, Upper Loire and Champagne
The motor-ship Johanna is a recently beautifully converted hotel-barge operating in Belgium and France. On her different routes, she cruises on meandering rivers and calm canals visiting Flanders Fields in the West or the Unesco world heritage art cities like Bruges and Ghent, discovering the French Champagne region or arriving in Paris the unusual way. The different sailing routes are sure to cater to each liking, whatever it may be. Even those who are looking for a sportive holiday, will find everything they need in the bike and barge concept offered.
Traveling on board the Johanna is experiencing peace and tranquillity as you pass through the quiet countryside, picturesque villages and historic towns. It also means enjoying delicious regional cuisine, daily prepared on board by Patsie with fresh local ingredients and served with renowned Belgian beers or French wine.
Cabin
- 2 queen or twin and 1 double cabins (each 10m²) with en-suite bathroom
- Shower, washing basin and toilet
Public area
- Large dining room and saloon where picture windows offer a superb view
- Demonstration galley allowing guests to see the chef at work
- Oveer 2m10 in height.
- Contemporary furnishings
- Wi-Fi and computer with internet access
Deck
- Spacious sun deck (34 square metres)
- Alfresco dining area
- Relaxing deckchairs
- Six bikes
The Champagne region is full of delicious contrasts. On one hand there’s the drink; that gold-hued, sparkling elixir eternally associated with decadence and luxury. Then there’s the countryside; 86,000 acres of sleepy, undulating hills striped with low-slung trestled vines of pinot-noir, pinot meunier and chardonnay grapes. They are tended to by families whose members are far more likely to greet you with fresh mud on their boots than adhere to the glamour their champagnes inspire. And in the valley is the meandering river Marne which gives the region it’s fertile soil.
Sunday, Welcome aboard:
Champagne tour (Reims to Château-Thierry)
An enchanting journey between history and vineyards, amidst beauty and delightful bubbles. Visit cathedrals and wine cellarsor WWI memorials. Take your time and relax on the sundeck. Explore the area with our guided minibus tours and finish the day with a sumptuous dinner on board.
Sunday:
Reims: Pick-up at Reims meeting point and transport to our mooring place. Welcome on board. Possible excursion to Fort de la Pompelle. Evening visit to Reims’ illuminated cathedral.
Monday:
Billy-le-Grand: After breakfast, we sail to the tunnel of Billy-le-Grand. Guided visit trough the vineyards of the Reims mountains to the Phare de Verzenay and the dwarf beeches of Verzy.
Tuesday:
Condé-sur-Marne: Today we descend into the Marne valley, going down the 8 locks to Condé-sur-Marne. Afternoon excursion to Chalons-en-Champagne.
Wednesday:
Epernay: Mooring in the capital city of the Champagne region. Excursion to Hautvillers where Dom Perignon invented the bubbly drink. Visit one of the big cellars and also a small champagne house for a personal tasting in a family environment, presenting you very special wines.
Thursday
Dormans: We finaly sail on the river Marne with the vineyards above us. At the foot of the statue of pope Urbanus II, who called for the first crusade, you have a wonderful view on the river Marne with the Reims mountains in your back. Visit of Dom Caudron winery for a delicious Champagne and Chocolate pairing experience.
Friday
Château-Thierry: We enter Picardy region, following the meandering Marne to our final destination Château-Thierry. To the West is the American WWI Monument. More to the North is the Belleau Wood memorial site. Or you can choose for an excursion to Conde-en-Brie with its historic castle, halles, church and old washing facilities.
Saturday
Château-Thierry: Farewel after breakfast. Return to drop-off point in Reims or Paris.
Optional excursions:
– Hot air balloon over the area. (Weather permitting)
– Visit of the Reims mountains in old timer Citroën 2CV.
– E-bike tour of Hautvillers and surroundings.
On alternate weeks, route in reverse direction. On alternating weeks cruising in the opposite direction.
Rates 2021
- Private charter – Full board: from EUR €3,125 per person based on 6 passengers
- Open week – Full board – Twin/double cabin: from €3,750 per person
- Single supplement: ask us for more info
What is included?
- Six nights accommodation
- All meals taken on board and in local restaurant, drinks, use of bicycles, WiFi, taxes, mooring fees, guided excursions, transport to/from the ship to meeting point.
- Only 1 pick-up or drop-off point per cruise
