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View down a wide, calm waterway, where the Coquelicot glides on the right hand side, brushing the water with tiny ripples.

There’s nothing more romantic than a river cruise

Float past sun-soaked vineyards, ancient chateaux and picture-postcard villages in France. Experience the culinary charms of the South of France. Whatever you chose, sleek design, warm-hearted service and bespoke cuisine are the order of the day with Les Bateaux Belmond.

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Seen from behind, a male and two female guests take a walk through the quiet and narrow cobbled streets of a Burgundy town.

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Dining room detail, with light from the window sparkling on wineglasses and revealing the shine of the rich walnut interior.

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We’re experts at captaining river cruises with an opulent edge.

A woman stands on the bank of the canal, taking a photograph of the Fleur de Lys as it cruises by a cluster of white houses.

White wine is poured into a crystal glass as guests enjoy a feast, with plates of charcuterie, lentils, salad and shellfish.

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With peerless experiences and unparalleled gastronomy, nobody rocks the boat quite like us.

Blue bottomed luxurious river barge sailing along a tree-lined river

Bottle of Laurent Perrier champagne in a cooler beside filled flute glasses

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Whether hunting for the very best champagne or pining for pagoda-gemmed scenery, our experts curate authentic experiences.

Deckhand on a luxury river barge preparing to throw a rope on shore

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Let us create your dream waterway adventure.

Close-up of the nose of Fleur de Lys with distinctive blue and white motif, moored to a grassy bank in a peaceful setting.

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The Alouette is moored in front of a picturesque lock in the dappled shade of the plane trees that line the Canal du Midi.

White wine is poured into a crystal glass as guests enjoy a feast, with plates of charcuterie, lentils, salad and shellfish.

A female guest enjoys the sunny blue water of the hotel pool

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