Standard Class Boats + Barges
The Standard class of ships come equipped with:
- simple cabins with bunk beds
- central heating
- bedsheets and pillow
- 2 small towels
The ships have a saloon/dining room and a sundeck/bicycle deck. Most cabins are double cabins with bunk beds, but there are also ships with 3- and/or 4-person cabins.
Standard Class Boat Sails on 1 Tour
The Affinity was purpose-built in Picton by Carey’s Boatyard for the type of cruising that she does, deep into the Marlborough Sounds. Affinity has 8 guest cabins, a comfortable lounge for dining and relaxing, and a spacious deck. This boat is the perfect size for groups of families and friends.
Standard Class Barge Sails on 6 Tours
The Anna Antal is a former shuttle barge converted into a motor passenger ship in the winter of 1994-95. In 2013, the salon and cabins were renovated. The sailing area of the Anna Antal includes all Dutch, German and Belgian waterways in so far as a ship of this size can sail. She also sails on the Waddenzee, IJsselmeer and Zeeland. The Anna Antal is built according to the rules of Maritime laws and holds a valid certificate for the Rhine.
Standard Class Boat Sails on 6 Tours
In May 2014, Marco Pouw and his wife Astrid assumed ownership of the ship Clair de Lune. Originally built in 1936 as a freight ship in Belgium, like many of the vessels now used for biking and boating, this vessel was renovated and equipped for a new bike and boat adventure in and around Paris, launching in the spring of 2015. Marco has years of experience as a skipper on freighters in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany and approaches his new venture with great enthusiasm.
Standard Class Sailing Ship Sails on 1 Tour
The impressive clipper ELIZABETH was built in 1913 and boasts a plush interior design. The vessel is equipped with 10 roomy guest cabins all with an en-suite shower and lavatory. The large salon features a bar and seating area to ensure you will feel right at home.
Standard Class Barge
The La Belle Fleur was built in 1929 and converted into a passenger ship in 1993. The former inland freighter, which has been restored into a hotel barge, is 44 meters long. The boat features cabins for 19 guests, a tastefully designed lounge area, and an expansive sun deck complete with tables and benches.
Standard Class Barge Sails on 4 Tours
The barge Lena Maria is a former freight ship rebuilt in 2004 into a comfortable cruise barge. There is a lounge for relaxation with many windows to create an open atmosphere and allows for a nice view while motoring. There is an outside sundeck with chairs. Each cabin has two low single beds and can accommodates two people comfortably.
Standard Class Sailing Ship Sails on 2 Tours
The Mare fan Fryslân was built in 1960 as a freight ship and was then completely renovated in 2006 to be used as a beautiful, extravagant, three-masted schooner. On the lower deck, there is an air-conditioned saloon also used as a restaurant. Next to the saloon is the wheelhouse fitted with a bar, music, video equipment, and TV. This room features a large, panoramic window which offers a breathtaking view over the water. On the lower deck, there are 12 comfortable cabins (floor area of about 10 m2, 2 floor-level single beds 90 x 200 cm), 1 junior suite with a small corner sitting area, and a flat-screen TV (about 12 m2) as well as a 1-bed cabin with bunk beds (floor area of about 7 m2).
Standard Class Boat Sails on 3 Tours
The Sarah is a very comfortable and spacious ship. After years of use as a cargo ship, the Sarah was transformed into a passenger boat in 2002. It is a very modern ship with tasteful accommodations, a spacious air conditioned lounge/restaurant, and large and inviting sun deck. The corridor is air conditioned as well.
Standard Class Boat
The Sundial is a standard class Turkish Caique, constructed of pine and mahogany in the Vedat Sungul Shipyard in Bodrum, Turkey, using the ancient art of Turkish shipbuilding still in use. The boat has a spacious dinette, large solarium with comfortable beach mattresses, and on the stern deck, a wide and elegant lounge. Catering on board is an excellent combination of fresh seafood and vegetables, pasta and meat, seasoned with Mediterranean herbs.
Standard Class Sailing Ship Sails on 3 Tours
In 1965, the sailing ship was launched as a freight ship and then in 2003 it was completely transformed into a sailing passenger ship. On board, you will immediately notice its warm and luxurious atmosphere. On deck there is a the large pilothouse with a cozy and stylish bar and seating area. The panorama windows offer a perfect all around view of the water. The afterdeck has an outdoor cafe with draught beer taps and a Jacuzzi, and on the middle deck with plenty of seating allowing you to enjoy a lovely meal outdoors The sundeck offers plenty of seating including comfortable deckchairs.
Standard Class Barge Sails on 4 Tours
The Wending is a former freight barge that was converted into a passenger motor barge in the early nineties and faithfully maintained since. The barge has a spacious salon equipped with a television and music installation. It is a great place to relax after a fulfilling day of cycling.
