Apres Tout
Apres Tout
5
Full view
About
We offer luxury barges cruises and wine visits on the Burgundy canal, river Saone, Canal du centre and Canbal rhone Rhin
Saint-Jean-de-Losne, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France
Awards
Travellers' Choice
2023
Suggest edits to improve what we show.
Improve this listing
Travellers talk about
(18 reviews)
(5 reviews)
(6 reviews)
Contribute
Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information.
Popular mentions
We perform checks on reviews.
Tripadvisor’s approach to reviews
Before posting, each Tripadvisor review goes through an automated tracking system, which collects information, answering the following questions: how, what, where and when. If the system detects something that potentially contradicts our community guidelines, the review is not published.
When the system detects a problem, a review may be automatically rejected, sent to the reviewer for validation, or manually reviewed by our team of content specialists, who work 24/7 to maintain the quality of the reviews on our site.
Our team checks each review posted on the site disputed by our community as not meeting our community guidelines.
Learn more about our review moderation.
5.0
91 reviews
Excellent
91
Very good
0
Average
0
Poor
0
Terrible
0
Louann Harris
Pittsburgh, PA1 contribution
Sep 2023 • Friends
Apres Tout hotel/wine barge is one of the best things I’ve ever experienced. And this was my second time !
The staff is amazing, the food and wine exquisite ! Also the tours were fascinating !
I felt like a princess being doted on every second ! My needs were met, even before I asked.
I highly recommend the Apres Tout. They have been so successful that they are booked up to 2026 !!!
The staff is amazing, the food and wine exquisite ! Also the tours were fascinating !
I felt like a princess being doted on every second ! My needs were met, even before I asked.
I highly recommend the Apres Tout. They have been so successful that they are booked up to 2026 !!!
Written 21 September 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Willis
5 contributions
Sep 2023 • Friends
Apres Tout cruises include exquisite sights, comfort, cuisine and wine. Best most relaxing trip imaginable.
Written 17 September 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Bob J
1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Friends
This was our second cruise on the Apres Tout; our first was to Burgundy a few years back and was truly a trip of a lifetime but those words were inadequate. We were ready to return immediately at the end of that trip but also had some concerns that a second time might not be able to reach the level of the first. We were wrong. We did the Alsace cruise this time which was robust, relaxing, reviving, joyous, delicious, educational, soul filling wrapped by Caroline and Rory and their extraordinary crew Jean Luc and Emiliya. There are other hotel barges that I'm sure are very good and quite lovely, but the Apres Tout experience is uniquely different because of the hearts and business model of the Macrae's. They love what they do, sincerely strive to insure each person on the cruise is completely happy and cared for, and warmly welcome you into their family while in their house. The crew exactly mirrors and amplifies that model to complete the experience.
How can one have two trips of a lifetime? I don't have the answer but Caroline and Rory do and they leave us wanting to do a third. That would be bliss.
How can one have two trips of a lifetime? I don't have the answer but Caroline and Rory do and they leave us wanting to do a third. That would be bliss.
Written 30 July 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Tiffany H
2 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
This was our second cruise with Rory and Caroline and it felt like coming home! The boat, the canals, the excursions and Emiliya and Jean Luc’s care were spectacular! Caroline’s food is definitely Michelin Star quality! They have become family to us!
Written 22 July 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Jennifer W
7 contributions
Jul 2023 • Friends
This was my 3rd trip on the Apres Tout. Rory, Caroline, Jeanluc and Amylia really make you feel like family from the moment you are greeted by Jeanluc to the last moment you wave goodbye on the last day. Everyday is filled with amazing food, wine, laughter and adventure. All the crew work so hard to ensure each guest is taken care of and enjoying everything the Apres Tout has to offer. Caroline is very easy to converse with before, during and after the trip. She always makes sure you have everything you could possibly need while on board. We toured the Alsace region this trip. I have done Burgundy, Loire, and now Alsace. I have to say that all the trips are amazing, but the Alsace area is by far my favorite. It offers so much history, beauty, and new wines not known to most outside the region. Burgundy is so well know for its history and wines, but I would recommend Alsace over Burgundy if you have not experienced Alsace. Jeanluc will pour you amazing wines from Burgundy while showing you all that the Alsace has to offer. We tried new wines I have never tasted and they were amazing. I would recommend this area for its great wine, amazing history and beautiful countryside. Jeanluc will show you amazing things and educate you all trip. He will also pour wines that will complement Caroline’s food to make you feel like you are in a 5 Star Michelin restaurant floating in the beautiful countryside of France. I can’t say enough wonderful things about this family of great people. All the crew work tirelessly, but keep smiling and laughing all the time. Attention to details starts with the pickup at your hotel, the immaculate condition of the Apres Tout, the beautiful cabins, seating area, kitchen, library, the beautiful teak deck, and the dinning area on deck. Meals on the deck are so beautiful and peaceful. Rory and Caroline love that boat and what they do. It shows in the amazing condition of the entire boat and the service and crew they provide. I very much appreciated how they helped us celebrate 2 birthday in very special ways.
Written 15 July 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
alexsalci
3 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
These cruises are truly extraordinary! This is my second cruise and I have honestly fallen in love with the Alsace region of France! The other cruises are lovely and should certainly be experienced but to those in our party who have experienced all three, the Alsace region must be experienced to be believed! Of course the constants of the Apres Tout are found in the personal service (once before they helped with a friend’s memorial, and this cruise they prepared a special celebration for one of our group). Rory, Caroline, Jean Luc, and Amelia inevitability become part of your group because they are warm, caring, fun, and genuinely happy people. Jean Luc is a man of tremendous information and he guides you through a journey of wine and local culture with knowledge and wit! Amelia is sweet and keeps your cabins in tip shop shape, serves you with a smile, and is truly creative in her own right. Caroline’s cooking is beyond anything you can imagine, and Rory is an expert skipper who bring joy to every day! Please consider any and all cruises on the Apres Tout but please DO NOT miss the Alsace!
Written 12 July 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Andree H
1 contribution
Apr 2023 • Couples
Our trip on the luxury barge Apre Tout was an amazing experience from the gourmet food and wines paired with every meal to the outstanding side tours conducted by Jean Luc. Our room on board was very comfortable with a king size bed and our own bathroom. Our host and hostess Caroline, our gourmet chef, and Rory, our captain, were personable, fun, and accommodating in every way. Book it now for a one of a kind vacation!
Andree and John Herrington
Andree and John Herrington
Written 14 May 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
tracey f
1 contribution
Apr 2023 • Friends
Wow wow wow wow wow what an amazing experience on this magnificent Barge Apres Tout Dreamed of doing this all my life and finally the dream came true. what can I say thank you Rory for getting us through those tight locks and your great dancing Caroline thank you for your outstanding food (yes I put some kilos on) Jean-Luc Mr Google for our great excursion at the vineyards and your knowledge of all the Wines, and amazing pairing to Caroline’s food. And to Dominica for keeping our rooms clean and our wine glasses topped up and Jan for constantly cleaning the boat and getting us through the locks. Good luck for the rest of the season we miss you all. Thank you for one of the best holidays ever. Xxxx
Written 29 April 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
juliepeterson99
South Bend, IN13 contributions
Jul 2022 • Couples
This was our third barging experience with Rory and Caroline and we will be back for a fourth! Every experience has been better than the precious one! Gorgeous accommodations, absolutely amazing food and wines, excellent staff and wonderful excursions as well as history lessons. We didn’t want our trip to end. We can’t thank the crew for their attention to detail and making sure every one of our needs were met to perfection! Thank you for such a fabulous trip!
Written 8 August 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
BigD5809
Dallas, TX41 contributions
Jul 2022
We love barging with Caroline and Rory. What great fun it is to be with them. Rory deftly pilots our barge while Caroline prepares the most fabulous meals. In short, there is no way to exaggerate the experience.
Dinner is always a sublime experience as Grand Cru wines are paired with classic French dishes such as duck l’orange and escargot de Bourgogne.
There are daily shore excursions with our knowledgeable guide, Jean- Luc, who took us to historical sights and vineyards for wine tastings.
Because we were so pleased with our first trip on Apres Tout 10 years ago we decided to return in 2022. We were just as pleased with this trip as we were with the first. In fact, we are now considering a third trip.
Dinner is always a sublime experience as Grand Cru wines are paired with classic French dishes such as duck l’orange and escargot de Bourgogne.
There are daily shore excursions with our knowledgeable guide, Jean- Luc, who took us to historical sights and vineyards for wine tastings.
Because we were so pleased with our first trip on Apres Tout 10 years ago we decided to return in 2022. We were just as pleased with this trip as we were with the first. In fact, we are now considering a third trip.
Written 4 August 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Gardener30030
Decatur, GA22 contributions
When budgeting for a canal barge cruise, what are customary gratuities for the crew?
Dean W
Mechanicsburg, PA4 contributions
15%
Magda
3 contributions
How many passengers on board
Aprestout
Chalon-sur-Saone, France21 contributions
Hello and thank you for your question.
We have 3 state rooms. So a total of six passengers and five crew.
The barge is 128 feet long 38,5 meters.
All information can be found on our website barge Apres Tout
Thank you
