Classic boats and barges for bike tours
The Classic-class boats provide you with comfortable public spaces to spend time with your travel companions. The cabins are generally confined to an average of 10㎡ (107ft²). Although on the smaller side, they provide enough space to lounge comfortably on your bunk or twin-sized bed. On some boats in this category, you may be able to upgrade to a large cabin with beds that can be pushed together to make a double bed. Each cabin is equipped with a private wash closet and air conditioning.
- 3 decks (1 passenger cabin deck)
- Cabins: 16
- Quiet generator
- Chairs and large tables on deck
- Spacious saloon
- Air-conditioned restaurant and lounge
- Lounge with television and internet desk
- 2 sundecks
- Partly seated sunroof with storage space for bikes
- Complimentary courtesy kit and free hot drinks machine
- Saloon, bar, and restaurant
- Sundeck
- Laundry services are not available on board
- Currency on board: Euro
- Credit cards accepted: Visa and Mastercard
- Wi Fi (only in lounge area)
- Lounge area, bar, and sun deck
- WiFi (keep in mind that the speed may not be what you're accustomed to)
- Helmets available free of charge
- NO smoking onboard
- Payment accepted in cash, debit cards/credit cards (with security pin code)
- Gratuities in cash (preferably in Euros)
- Spacious upper deck with a lounge area, cozy bar, and large sundeck
- Comfortable air-conditioned lounge with ample seating
- Lower deck featuring a dining room
- Daily cabin service
- Large outdoor areas for socializing and relaxation
- Capacity: 24 passengers
- Spacious lounge with large windows, creating an open and inviting atmosphere with great views while cruising
- Outdoor sundeck with seating for relaxation
- Bar, lounge, and dining area for social gatherings
- WiFi available onboard
- Cozy salon and dining room
- Sundeck for relaxing
- No laundry services on board
- Water on board is drinkable
- Large common area with lounge and television
- Bar and dining area
- Partially covered sundeck with table and chairs
- No laundry services available
- Water on board is drinkable
- Special diet requests: Special dietary needs may be subject to a supplement of €65.20 depending on request. Vegan diet requests cannot be accommodated.
- Saloon, bar, & restaurant
- Sun decks with tables and chairs
- Observation lounge
- Live music and refreshing drinks in the panoramic bar on the upper deck
- Special diet requests: The boat is able to accommodate vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets with a surcharge. Vegan diets are not possible.
- Water: Water on board is not drinkable
- No laundry services on board
- Panoramic salon, bar & restaurant
- Spacious, partially covered sundeck
- Bordshop and reception
- Air conditioning, refrigerator, and TVs in each cabin
- No laundry services on board
- Special diet requests (as lactose-free and gluten-free dietary): Possible upon request and for an extra charge and must be ordered at least 14 days prior to departure
- Water: Tap water on board is not drinkable but drinking water is provided
- Spacious restaurant on the lower level
- Lounge featuring large windows with bar on the upper deck
- WiFi available
- Visa or Mastercard accepted
- Spacious and partially covered sundeck with tables and chairs
- Air-conditioned restaurant and lounge
- Stylish saloon
- Outdoor deck area with recliners, sun mats, and shaded seating areas
- Quiet generator
- 2 masts
- Friendly crew
- Cozy saloon/bar
- Comfortable dining room on upper deck
- Large sundeck
- Limited WiFi is available on board (up to 100MB free, and a surcharge for higher use).
- Wood-clad saloon
- Recliners and sun mats on the sundeck
- Free WiFi
- Swimming ladder at the stern
- Professional crew
- Spacious cabins
- 220v electricity
- Limited Wi-Fi
- Central heating and cooling
- Weather permitting, dinners can be served on the sundeck
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Welcome aboard the Normandie! Immediately, you’ll notice the cozy and informal ambience aboard this vessel. On the upper deck, you will find the comfy lounge area with panoramic views and bar; on the main deck is a spacious restaurant. Read more
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The Romantica is a two-mast motor-operated sailboat launched in May 2007. The boat offers comfort and elegance, combining romantic style with functionality. The Romantica has a large sundeck with sun mats and a sunbathing platform with easy access to the sea. Read more
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The Sailing Home has been cruising since 2001. It has 13 cabins which can accommodate up to 26 overnight guests. This beautiful passenger ship has a salon and bar for relaxing, as well as a lounge and sundeck. Read more
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The San Snova launched in the spring of 2009. The ship, constructed entirely of oak, was built over 3 years by the Scherka family in their own carpentry workshop as a family project. The ship is 100 feet long and 26 feet wide and meets the highest standards of comfort, elegance, and style. Read more
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