From Arles to Sete, cruise in Camargue to discover the French cowboys area and the many jewels of the South, often forgotten. If you wish so, select the add on and end your trip in Claire’s bastion for some French adventures in wine and truffle country.

Provence Barge Trip

June 25 - July 1, 2026

Add on July 1 & 2

Let’s go explore the South of France and a section that is often forgotten, Camargue: land of the salt, French cowboys and 2,500-year-old cities. Of course, we will stop for oyster farms, olive oil tastings, and we will enjoy plenty of wines alongside gourmet meals onboard.

After the barge trip, I am offering a special opportunity to visit a few of my favorite under-the-radar wineries and black truffle markets, with a few more surprises along the way!

  • June 25: ARLES

    Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll

    introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. Tonight we'll enjoy dinner and remain in port overnight.

  • June 26: ARLES- GALLICIAN

    Today, we will do a Tour of Arles. We'll discover this cultural center and its Roman ruins, and then travel inland to find out about olive oil production in Provence. We'll finish up our tour with a tasting of some local products. Afterwards, we'll return to the ship and spend the afternoon cruising to Gallician. We'll travel on the Rhône River and the Rhône à Sète Canal.

  • June 27: GALLICIAN - AIGUES MORTES

    This morning we'll have an excursion to the Camargue. Afterwards, you can enjoy some free time in the splendid city of Sainte-Marie-de-la-Mer, where we recommend a visit to its fortified church. We'll spend the afternoon cruising towards Aigues-Mortes, arriving in the early evening.

  • June 28: AIGUES MORTES

    Join us for a tour of the beautiful town of Aigues-Mortes. This old, fortified city with a rich heritage is located in the middle of the marshes and is one of the most beautiful sites in Provence. We'll board a tourist train and tour the salt marches and visit the salt museum. Afterwards, we'll return to the ship.

  • June 29 : AIGUES MORTES - SETE

    We'll spend the morning cruising towards Sete. We'll cross the Etang De Thau, before joining the Rhône à Sète Canal.

    We'll set out on a tour to discover an the ornithological park of Pont de Gau . We will then return to the boat to enjoy delicious snack with products coming from the farm. We'll spend the evening cruising towards Sète.

  • June 30: ETANG DE THAU - ST GUILHEM LE DESERT

    We'll leave on an excursion of the Etang De Thau, famous for its shellfish. We'll visit the Etang de Thau Museum, where you'll discover the shellfish farmers and fishermen, and you'll be able to taste some of the shellfish while taking in the beauty of the basin from a terrace. The afternoon will be dedicated to a tour of Saint-Guilhem-le-Désert, one of the most beautiful villages in France. After our visits, we'll return to our ship. Tonight is our special Gala dinner and evening.

  • July 1 : SETE

    Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m.

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  • Chateauneuf du Pape

    Add On Trip July 1

    This is not included in the Barge Trip Price.

    Price TBD after hotel confirmations.

    After disembarking, we will hop on a bus and head toward a beautiful winery in a Château for a visit of the winery and tasting. We will then hop again on a bus and head toward Chateauneuf du Pape for more visits and tastings, be ready for some Chateauneuf magic!!! We will have dinner and spend the night in a hôtel near Grignan.

  • grignan and lavender field

    Add On Trip July 2

    This is not included in the Barge Trip Price.

    Price TBD after hotel confirmations.

    Today, Claire embarks with you to go visit her family's neighbors. First, you will learn everything about truffles - you will even watch the dogs in action! Then off we go for wine tastings at some of her favorite local wineries in Rasteau and Cairanne. We will end the day with some more wine tasting at one of Claire’s neighbors. Be ready for Petanque, Rosé, music - our last night will end with a feast specially prepared for us at a local winery!

FAQs

  • Priority Reservation for our club members until September 15, 2023.

    Regular price is $4,900 per person Club Members $4,400 per person

    Price includes room and board on the barge.

    All the described excursions, daily breakfast, lunch and dinner with onboard drinks included during the barge duration.

    This price does not include your flight ticket, personal expenses, gratuities for the staff.

    Claire de Lune Journeys is working on the price for the describe “Add On” at the end of the trip. Contact us for questions.

  • Click here to submit your application

  • All the cabins are the same size. They are twin beds that can be put together to make a king size bed if you would like. Each cabin has its own bathroom with a shower, sink and toilet. (hairdryer too). The plugs use 220 V so you need an adapter.

    The cabins are assigned.

  • The boat accepts 22 people maximum.