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Incredible Vineyards of Bordeaux

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Bordeaux Roundtrip - Example 6 Day Cruise aboard MS Cyrano de Bergerac
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Take a 6-day cruise on the MS Cyrano de Bergerac and let the beautiful cruise along the Garonne and Dordogne rivers take your breath away. This will take you to the heart of Bordeaux and its surrounding areas, where you can have the opportunity to explore this remarkable city, home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Additionally, visit the Blaye Citadel, an impressive structure that overlooks the estuary.
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Highlights
  • Visit Bordeaux, renowned for its exceptional architectural heritage
  • Explore Médoc, where the most famous wines in the world are cultivated
  • Tour Blaye and its underground monuments on foot
  • Discover the Gironde and the Garonne estuaries
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Day 1: Bordeaux | Embark

Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. After you have settled into your cabins, the crew members will be introduced to you during a welcome cocktail and evening. 

*Passengers will choose either the Classic or Discovery package to participate in for the duration of the voyage. Depending on the excursion, a minimum number of participants may be required for Discovery excursions and it needs to be booked at least 2 months prior to sailing.

Day 2: Cussac-Fort-Medoc | Médoc

Begin towards Cussac-Fort-Médoc.

In the afternoon, join the excursions proposed:

CLASSIC: Following the trail of the Grands Crus wines of Médoc (only on pre-booking before departure), a renowned region where the world's most famous red wines are grown.

Return on board for dinner and an evening of entertainment.

Day 3: The Gironde Estuary | Blaye

Start sailing early this morning towards Blaye, whose citadel, built by Vauban, is not to be missed.

Join the excursions proposed:

CLASSIC: Blaye and a visit to its citadel in a tourist train, plus a tasting of regional products and wine: Set off to discover the history and heritage of Blaye and its citadel. Built by Vabaun under Louis the Great, the citadel protected Bordeaux from invasions as part of the Verrou Vauban with the forts Pâté and Médoc. This three-garrison defense system is unique in France and has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Afterwards, we'll visit the Château Marquis de Vauban restaurant for a tasting of wine and some regional products.

DISCOVERY: Tour Blaye and its underground monuments on foot. After our tour, you'll get to taste some regional products with an excellent glass of wine*.
We'll return on board and cruise on the Gironde all the way to the estuary. Enjoy an evening of dancing.

Day 4: Libourne | Saint-Emilion

Cruise to Libourne, a town rich with history and full of character located at the confluence of the Isle and the Dordogne Rivers.

Upon arrival, join the excursions proposed:

Classic: a tour of Saint-Emilion.

DISCOVERY: Libourne by bike and wine tasting*.

Return on board in Libourne. Tonight is your festive gala dinner and evening.

Day 5: Bordeaux

Cruise towards Bordeaux this morning.

Join the excursions proposed:

CLASSIC: The Chartrons District, Wine and Commerce Museum.

DISCOVERY: The Bassins des Lumieres.

Enjoy an evening of entertainment. 

Day 6: Bordeaux | Disembark

  • 1 Breakfast
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m.
 
For an optimal organization of the cruise, the organization of excursions can be modified according to the tide.

Note to coach: double-decker buses are not allowed on many roads in Gironde, including Libourne, Saint Emilion, Blaye and Cadillac.

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MS Cyrano de Bergerac

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41 cabins (16 cabins with twin beds, 4 cabins with a double bed (can be separated into 2 singles), 1 disabled cabin with a double bed, equipped with private en-suite facilities (shower and WC), satellite TV, hairdryer, safe.
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Notes

20% discount on children between 2-10 years
30% discount for 3rd person in triple cabin
Included
  • 5 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 5 Dinners
  • 5 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
  • Accommodation in double cabins
  • Excursions included in the package selected
  • All port fees
  • Wi-fi access
  • All meals are served in one service. Breakfast is buffet style, and lunch and dinner are served at the table
  • In the case of cruises offering extensions in hotels, the catering services are only as those detailed in the programs concerned
Excluded
  • Gratuities
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
  • Drinks from the special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers
  • Cancellation and baggage insurance
  • Routings (unless otherwise stated), airport taxes, and handling fees
  • All services not mentioned in the program

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