Canal boat weekend breaks and short breaks
3, 4 or 5nt breaks are perfect for:
- A bank holiday weekend
- A getaway when you've limited holiday time
- A second holiday with a limited budget
- A taster opportunity for those new to boating and who just want to give it a try
- A relaxing cruise for a romantic break
- A trip away with friends to enjoy a shared pastime - rounds of golf, fishing, biking or walking.
Booking a short break holiday
Short breaks can also be booked for the peak summer season up to 4 weeks before departure. Your boat will be ready from 16:00 on the day of departure and must be returned by 09:00 on your final day.
Weekend and short break destinations for your next boating holiday
Rideau Canal, Canada
Easily combine a day in Canada’s capital city with a day surrounded by beautiful canal-side scenery, all from our conveniently-located base in Ottawa - just a short distance from the city centre.
Trent-Severn, Canada
Embark on a captivating journey along the Trent-Severn Waterway and Kawartha Lakes, a fantastic destination for fishing and watersports.
Caledonian Canal, Scotland
Deep purple mountains and brilliant blue lochs provide the setting for a short boating vacation on Scotland Caledonia Canal. A true escape-from-it-all destination.
Canal du Midi, France
Why not take a boating minibreak in the heart of the Languedoc wine region, sampling the fine cuisine and vintages and exploring historic Carcassonne with its towering walls and fairy tale turrets.
Alsace, France
As soon as you board your boat, the Alsace region immediately enchants you! Experience the Arzviller boatlift and enjoy the water skiing, kayaking and golf around this unique region! This is a Hesse return trip.
The Thames, England
Perfect for a boating minibreak with friendly pubs, picturesque villages, and natural beauty. Immerse yourself in the charms of cruising on the Thames.
Looking for more holiday inspiration?
Take a look at all our inspiration pages to see what else you could discover on your Le Boat holiday.