French Canal Holidays in Aquitaine & The River Lot

important part of the canal system between Bordeaux and Toulouse, is the Canal de Lateral et Garronne, which joins the Canal du Midi in Toulouse. We can arrange one-way two week cruises from Moissac, on the Lateral and Garronne to Capestang on the Canal du Midi.

The picture-postcard scenery of the Aquitaine region in South West France has inspired artists for generations and is a delight to visit. Here, good living is a traditional way of life and the vine-covered hillsides, orchards of fruit and fields of corn signify a land of plenty.

Regional specialities include foie gras, truffles and wild mushrooms while the famous vineyards of Margaux, Pauillac, Saint Emillion, Graves and Medoc provide delicious wines to accompany your meals.

Cruising through the Garonne valley you’ll discover medieval market squares, ancient Bastide towns, Mooresque châteaux, aqueducts and arched roman bridges, whilst one base at Montauban opens up cruising routes on the River Tarn.

On the River Baïse enjoy stunning scenery and delightful waterside villages such as Vianne, Nérac and Condom tempt you ashore for lazy lunches and afternoon strolls through their quaint cobbled streets.

Choose and click a base, on the map above, to see cruising ideas, boats and prices