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Canal du Midi
Let the historic Canal du Midi transport you gently through sundrenched vineyards, pretty waterside villages and on to the pristine beaches of the Mediterranean.Bathed in warm sunshine for most of the year, a cruise on the historic Canal du Midi is a perfect vacation choice for experienced and first-time cruisers alike. Cruise from any of our five bases on the Canal du Midi through to the heart of the Camargue and beyond – and tailor your journey to be as cultural, gastronomic or leisurely as you choose.
Listed by UNESCO as a world heritage site, the Canal du Midi was built by Pierre-Paul Riquet in the 17th century and is an amazing feat of engineering. Linking the Atlantic with the Mediterranean, it takes you on a wonderful journey through the heart of the Languedoc countryside - France’s most prolific wine producing region.
Suggested Cruises in Canal du Midi
Short Breaks
The Medieval Cruise
Castelnaudary - Trebes (or vice versa)
From the old port of Castelnaudary, visit medieval Carcassonne and enjoy the timeless appeal of the waterway en route to the medieval town of Trèbes, situated at the confluence of the Canal du Midi and the river Aude.
- Duration:
- 4 Days
- Cruise Type:
- One Way
- Distance:
- 53 km
- Locks:
- 30
- Cruise Time:
- 13 hrs
Week Breaks
The Little Midi Cruise
Castelnaudary - Homps - Castelnaudary
A classic cruise on the Canal du Midi through rolling countryside under the dappled shade of the plane trees. Visit the impressive walled city of Carcassonne, and the medieval Cathar city of Argens Minervois close to the pretty port of Homps. Spend time en route visiting the wine towns of Trèbes, and Bram and ...
- Duration:
- One Week
- Cruise Type:
- Return Trip
- Distance:
- 162 km
- Locks:
- 62
- Cruise Time:
- 42 hrs
The Merchant's Cruise
Start your vacation in the pretty Roman town of Narbonne and enjoy the scenery of the Canal de la Robine before turning onto the Canal du Midi and heading towards the walled city of Carcassonne.
- Duration:
- One Week
- Cruise Type:
- Return Trip
- Distance:
- 158 km
- Locks:
- 78
- Cruise Time:
- 39 hrs
The Wine Lover's Cruise
Homps - Bram - Homps
From the small port of Homps – once famous for shipping the many barrels of Languedoc wine on to Bordeaux, head up-stream under the shade of the plane trees to the lovely waterside town of Bram, stopping off en route to visit the medieval walled city of Carcassonne.
- Duration:
- One Week
- Cruise Type:
- Return Trip
- Distance:
- 128 km
- Locks:
- 56
- Cruise Time:
- 40 hrs
The Pierre-Paul Riquet Cruise
Trebes - Beziers - Trebes
Enjoy lock free cruising between Argens and Béziers as you pass through the heart of waterside towns and villages to the busy port-town of Béziers, birthplace of Pierre-Paul Riquet – founder of the Canal du Midi. Experience the staircase of locks at Fonsérannes and the oldest canal tunnel at Malpas en route.
- Duration:
- One Week
- Cruise Type:
- Return Trip
- Distance:
- 180 km
- Locks:
- 50
- Cruise Time:
- 37 hrs
The Sunshine Cruise
Port Cassafieres - Narbonne - Port Cassafieres
The magnificent staircase of locks at Fonsérannes gives you stunning views over the Orb valley and the city of Béziers. Enjoy wines at the 400 year old vineyard next to the Guery aqueduct and browse for antique books at Le Somail before cruising down the Canal de la Robine into Narbonne.
- Duration:
- One Week
- Cruise Type:
- Return Trip
- Distance:
- 128 km
- Locks:
- 46
- Cruise Time:
- 27 hrs
The Canal du Midi Cruise
Take this classic Canal du Midi cruise in sunshine and shade between Homps and the lovely town of Castelnaudary. Spend time en route visiting the towns of Trèbes, Carcassonne and Bram and savor the slow pace of life along this beautiful section of the canal.
- Duration:
- One Week
- Cruise Type:
- One Way
- Distance:
- 81 km
- Locks:
- 31
- Cruise Time:
- 21 hrs
The Midi-Robine Cruise
Narbonne - Trebes (or vice versa)
A spectacular one week cruise along the Canal du Midi and the Canal de la Robine. Narbonne, with its spectacular Merchant’s Bridge is a delightful city to explore and is close to the beaches.
- Duration:
- One Week
- Cruise Type:
- One Way
- Distance:
- 63 km
- Locks:
- 29
- Cruise Time:
- 16 hrs
The Classic Midi Cruise
Set off from the wine center of Homps and savor the memorable sights and sounds of the Canal du Midi en route to Port Cassafières, situated at the edge of the Camargue and close to lovely beaches.
- Duration:
- One Week
- Cruise Type:
- One Way
- Distance:
- 77 km
- Locks:
- 16
- Cruise Time:
- 16 hrs
The Golden Midi Cruise
Port Cassafieres - Castelnaudary (or vice versa)
From the beaches and edge of the Camargue, cruise to the vibrant city of Bèziers. Head up the staircase of locks at Fonsérannes and cruise in the shade, stopping when the mood takes you. Visit the famous ice-house and book shop at Le Somail before heading on to the 14th century town ...
- Duration:
- One Week
- Cruise Type:
- One Way
- Distance:
- 157 km
- Locks:
- 64
- Cruise Time:
- 35 hrs
Longer Breaks
The Langudoc Cruise
Narbonne - Castelnaudary - Narbonne
An ancient Roman town and former thriving sea port, Narbonne is famous for its spectacular Merchant’s Bridge – one of the few remaining bridges lined with houses and shops. From here, head up-stream past many delightful villages and vineyards, and the medieval city of Carcassonne, before reaching Castelnaudary.
- Duration:
- Two Weeks
- Cruise Type:
- Return Trip
- Distance:
- 252 km
- Locks:
- 128
- Cruise Time:
- 60 hrs
