From her debut season in 2000, River Yacht "Roi Soleil" established herself as one of Europe's preeminent canal and river cruisers.

    - Travel industry specialists - who have awarded her the highest rating of "Ultra Deluxe".

    - Forbes, Financial Times Magazine, Boat International, The Robb Report

Roi Soleil cruises Canal du Midi, Provence, Camargue, Languedoc. Specializes in Wine Cruises.

Cruise Highlights

As you drift along the magnificent Canal du Midi you will step back into the time of Louis XIV- the "Sun King" or "Roi Soleil" - who commissioned this prodigious engineering feet; thus finally achieving the dream of linking the Mediterranean Sea with the Atlantic Ocean

Deservedly, the Canal du Midi is now classed on the World Heritage List of Conservation.

The region of Languedoc, interlaced with the Canal du Midi, unravels a rich history from prehistoric time, through the Roman occupation, succeeded by the turbulent Middle Ages. The landscape and exceptional architecture captures the atmosphere of time revisited.

Cruising on the Canal Bridge as it traverses over the Orb River

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Wine Cruise

Wine cruises are Roi Soleil's specialty! It is to be expected with French owners, Tracey & Guillaume de Perthuis, who share a strong interest in gastronomy and the subtle marriage of food and wine.

If you are searching for rare vintage wines, through their professional and friendly contacts, Tracey & Guillaume can present you with a listing and have vintage wines delivered onboard at competitive prices. In addition, they can organize private tastings on a daily basis with friendly, top wine-makers and sommeliers.

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The Barge

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NEED MORE INFORMATION ?

Please feel free to call us on 1-877-3YACHTS (392-2487) or (202) 882-2127, if you have any questions about chartering this vessel or if you would like to receive complimentary brochures and more information about the itinerary and activities available.

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