Luxury barge cruises offer families a unique and intimate way to explore Europe’s charming rivers and canals. This summer, European Waterways is extending special discounts for families and multi-generational groups, including up to 20% off private charters. Highlights of these limited time offers include:

• 20% off the eight-passenger Anjodi cruising the Canal du Midi in France, with departures on July 20 and August 3. After the discount, whole boat charters are $36,000, saving $9,000 off the original $45,000 price.
• 20% off the 12-passenger L’Impressionniste in Burgundy, France, departing July 13. Charters are $71,600 after the discount, a $17,900 savings from the original $89,500 price.
• 20% off the 20-passenger La Bella Vita, cruising through Venice and the Veneto in Italy, departing July 27. The discounted price is $80,800, a $20,000 savings off the original $101,000 price.

Each cruise follows the barge’s Classic Cruise itinerary but allows up to four excursions to be tailored to your family’s preferences. Whether cycling through vineyards, exploring quaint villages, savoring local cuisine, or engaging with regional artisans, the experiences cater to all ages. Unique options include visiting a medieval castle construction project and an interactive museum highlighting the epic clash between Julius Caesar and the Gallic leader Vercingetorix.

European Waterways ensures a family-friendly experience with complimentary amenities such as safety gates, highchairs, cribs, children’s bikes with helmets, and car seats upon request. While parents and grandparents enjoy four-course gourmet meals paired with fine wines, child-friendly menus and flexible mealtimes are thoughtfully provided by the chef.