Adventure is Everywhere
La Bateliere Barge holidays is a specialist travel agency based in Cape Town. For the past 30 years, we have been providing expert advice, honest opinions and booking assistance to travelers who want an alternative European holiday experience. Advice and bookings for self-drive canal boat holidays in France, Italy, Germany, Holland and the UK. Hotel barge bookings on carefully selected boats throughout Europe. Walking and cycling trips (both guided and self-guided) arranged through the highly experienced Alternative Travel Group. By booking through La Bateliere there is no additional cost incurred.
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TestimonialsWe have only the highest regard and praise for Amanda who has helped plan our barging and cycling family holidays over the past 15 years. She has a vast knowledge of the different regions, the routes, weather, food and wine, markets and seasonal highlights having made it her business to experience it all first hand. Her attention to detail is outstanding. She goes so far as providing train timetables and taxi fares to and from the various points of departure taking out all the guess work. She is a rare find!
JANE MIDDLETON
In 1994, we thought we might want to go barging in France. We knew nothing about it or where to start. Then we heard of Amanda Loudon of La Bateliere. We got real, first-hand knowledge, enormous enthusiasm and sound advice. After 14 barge trips booked through Amanda I still receive personal attention and input. The added value provided sets Amanda apart from most service providers. We have only done one repeat trip and have barged in England, Ireland, Italy and France and have no regrets on advise and service. Thank you Amanda.
JEFF READ
My husband and I have been barging since 1998 and have had nothing but excellent service from Amanda in choosing our cruises. She is highly competent, organized, informed and goes the extra mile to insure that one has the best boat for one’s needs and helps you to choose the nicest of routes. The added advantage is that Amanda has travelled most the canals herself. We have always found her to go the extra mile even when we needed help while we were in France. Her personal touch means a great deal.
SASKIA TAYLOR
