Beyond Cruises is adding two new France sailings aboard working barges that have been converted into what the line describes as "upscale floating country inns."
The new itineraries include the seven-day Canal du Midi Classic Cruise from Beziers in southern France aboard the Athos Premium Barge, which holds up to 10 passengers.
Highlights include a tour of the medieval city of Carcassonne, a private tour and tasting at a Minervois winery, an olive tasting at L'Oulibo, a cruise through the Petit Camargue and a tour and tasting at the Noilly Prat vermouth distillery.
The other new option is a seven-day northern Burgundy cruise from Paris aboard La Belle Epoque, which holds up to 12 passengers.
Highlights include a visit to the Unesco World Heritage Site of Abbaye de Fontenay, a private tasting of Chablis wines at Domaine Laroche, a falconry display at the Chateau de Commarin, private Champagne tasting at the Maison Alexandre Bonnet and dining with the Baroness Segolene de Taisne at the Chateau de Ricey-Bas.
Group charters may also be themed to family celebrations, golf, culture and art, gastronomy or wine appreciation.