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THIS IS INFORMATION FOR THE "SILVER RANGE" OF BOATS.
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To see the 'Range' of your boat, look top-right of the boat's information box on the 1-5 cabins pages.
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THE SILVER FLEET
These boats comprise the minimum level of comfort I offer.
I don't offer a "Bronze" Range - these would be what you'll see on other websites described as "Budget" boats, or something similar. In my experience those budget boats are often disappointing. My clients usually come from outside France and I don't think they would thank me for recommending one after they had done a long journey!
The Silver fleet includes boats of many types and there are boats available in all three regions of France which we recommend: Canal du Midi (South), Burgundy (Central), and Charente, Lot and Garonne (South-West).
Linen is part of the rental (blanket, sheets, pillow cases and pillows). Towels and tea towels can be hired at the departure base. A cleaning set is also on sale at the base.
Easy to handle and traditionally shaped, these boats offer a reasonable standard of comfort for family holidays if budget is a consideration.
CHOOSING YOUR LEVEL OF COMFORT
The boat that you choose and hire will be your “home” during your cruise, so it's important to make the right choice. All the boats offer a minimum standard of comfort such as hot and cold running water, shower, toilet, kitchen and heating. The amount of equipment depends on the type of boat.
If you're the type of person who likes a little more comfort, then you should look at the "Gold" or "Platinum" Range boats on this website.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
The sleeping capacity is a major factor in determining your choice of boat. I have my own system on this website! I know other companies do things differently, but I try to think like you - the holidaymaker.
Most of my clients want to know "How many separate sleeping cabins?". So that is how I describe each boat at the top of its description. Of course on each boat you can sleep more people if you convert the living room seats into a bed, but if you want to be really comfortable then you want to know how many sleeping cabins.
I don't recommend using the maximum sleeping capacity. The comfort on board will then start to be reduced and the equipment such as the fridge, toilets and showers, is generally not enough for one week.
CHARACTERISTICS
INSIDE EQUIPMENT OF THE BOATS
● completely fitted with WC's, shower and wash-hand basin
● a kitchen with cooker, oven, sink and fridge
● complete household: crockery, cutlery, pans...
● beds with sheets, pillows, pillow cases, blankets or duvets
● heating system
● All boats are equipped with 2 steering positions
● most of the boats have a bow thruster
● most of the boats have shore power
OUTSIDE EQUIPMENT OF THE BOATS
● deck furniture with table and chairs (see boat's detail)
● Sun umbrella or sun canopy
ROUTES
● Return journey or
● One-way cruising (subject to a supplement)
OPTIONS
● Cleaning of the boat inside and outside at the end of your cruise
● Travel food hamper (available in some bases)
● Cancellation insurance
● Cruise plus insurance (damage waiver)
● Package option, containing: rental of bicycle, cleaning service, cruise plus insurance and the hourly navigation rate. This allows you to settle everything before departure.
● Car transfer (In the case of a one-way cruise, on certain bases it's possible to have your car transferred to your end point. The fee varies according to routes. It is best to book this service in advance. In some places, shuttle bus, taxi or train can be a possibility.)
● Bicycle
● Towel set to rent
● Tea towels set to rent
● Green cleaning set
● 220V converter
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There are many options when choosing a hire boat. The first thing to do is contact us and we'll be able to advise you about availability and some other basics.
When the basics are done, and you know the boat you want is available, at the place you want it, then we can get into details. :)
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