2010 is the year of France in Russia and River Holidays LTD presents a unique opportunity so you can make your own individual trip through the Russian rivers with the fully-fledged European comfort.

Free style of life on a barge always attracted romantic people and travel enthusiasts.

We offer an opportunity for navigators (GIMS category) and any other interested persons (with our skipper) to rent the legendary French Pénichette.

Péniche (from French for barge) – Pénichette (French for small barge) – comfortable vessel, ideal for river travels and recreation on water.

Fuel reserve for 3 weeks without additional fuel stop, drinking water capacity (from 440 l to 750 l depending on the type of vessel), opportunity to operate the Flying Bridge (from the wheelhouse of the upper deck) is sure to please captains, and comfortable sleeping quarters, showers, fully equipped kitchen with a gas oven and a fridge, hot water and heating in case of a bad weather, is sure to satisfy the needs of all members of your team.

When the first Pénichettes appeared, more than 30 years, and until recent times they remain one of the favorite means of river recreation not only in France, but in the entire Europe. We are confident that they will not leave you indifferent.

Russia - unique, beautiful and interesting country for river tourism. We hope that our work will contribute to the increase of overall culture of travel and recreation on water, as well as infrastructure development of river basins.

Some are deterred by the need to obtain GIMS boat operation license. In fact, the learning process is not a long one, and it will be interesting and understandable to everyone. You can find a list of schools that train navigators in the Moscow region by visiting our website.

If you pass the training right now, than already this season you can become the Captain of your floating home or weekend house.

à bientôt et bon voyage!