Belmond Napoleon barge

The 12-passenger Belmond Napoleon barge cruises on the Rhone River, with itineraries between Arles and Tain l'Hermitage / Tournon. The ship was originally built in 1963 in Belgium as a freight-carrying cargo vessel and was converted into a luxury hotel barge in 1990.

All six cabins aboard Belmond Napoleon are equally sized (14 m2 / 150 ft2). Each stateroom features a flat-screen TV, DVD player, closet, drawer space, hairdryer, and an en-suite bathroom (WC and shower only). As is traditional for this river cruise company, Belmond cruise deals are inclusive of all meals (with complimentary wine and French cheese), open bar, all excursions and guided shore tours (such as Van Gogh's Arles walking tour and truffle tasting), and complimentary bicycles for guest use along the route. Optional activities, including golf tours and hot air balloon rides, are available at an additional cost.

Public areas include a saloon (lounge and bar) with a Bose iPod docking station, DVD player, piano keyboard, a separate dining area, and a top-deck sun deck with a hot tub and sun loungers. A large canopy provides a shaded outdoor dining space and also shelters an exercise bike and some loungers. The 6-person crew consists of a hostess, chef, tour guide, deckhands, and the pilot (Captain).

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