Join this 7-day voyage to discover the Gironde estuary and two mighty rivers of Europe: the Garonne and Dordogne. As you sail through the Southwest France, disembark in historical cities to explore their charming, winding streets. Visit Medoc, a world-renowned wine region, and fall in love with the European lifestyle as you make your way from Bordeaux to Libourne and back again.
Highlights
Explore the renowned Medoc region, home to world's most famous red wines
Tour the village of Bourg, a charming city enclosed by medieval ramparts
Enjoy a guided tour of the Saint-Emilion's underground monuments
Visit Château de Roquetaillade, a historic medieval castle
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Board the MS Cyrano de Bergerac in the evening. Settle in to your cabin and meet the crew during a welcome cocktail party. Enjoy dinner and an evening of entertainment as you set sail.
Cruise down the Garonne to the Gironde to Pauillac.
Proposed excursions:
DISCOVERY:Helicopter ride: Fly over the gorgeous Médoc! Experience a bird's eye view of the numerous châteaux and famous vineyards that give the region its reputation. It's a once in a lifetime experience!
(Flight subject to favorable weather conditions. RESERVATIONS MUST BE MADE BEFORE THE CRUISE BEGINS AND ARE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY).
In the afternoon, proposed excursions:
CLASSIC: Visit the Médoc (only available through pre-reservation with your travel agency before your departure)—a renowned region where the most famous of all red wines in the world are cultivated. We also have the opportunity to see the “must see” châteaux Lafite-Rothschild, Latour and Mouton Rothschild.
DISCOVERY: Medoc: Biking, wine, and cheese. Get ready to discover the history, architecture and out-of-the-way places in this exceptionally beautiful area. What better reward for the effort than a lovely glass of grand cru and some regional cheeses served in a prestigious château in the heart of Pauillac.
Return on board for dinner and an evening of entertainment. Remain in port overnight.
Begin to cruise early this morning, heading towards Libourne. Excursion for both packages:Saint-Emilion and its famous monolithic church followed by a wine tasting session. Tonight's entertainment is provided by the crew. Remain in port overnight.
Spend the morning cruising to Cadillac. Proposed excursions:
CLASSIC: Château de Roquetaillade and Cadillac.
DISCOVERY: Set out for a guided tour on foot of the hillsides in Cadillac. Cross the city, passing in front of the imposing Château des Ducs d'Épernon before hiking up the vineyard trails to some of the most beautiful points of view of the river found in the area.
Return onboard, and the rest of the evening is yours to do as you please.
Today continue your cruise back to Bordeaux, arriving in the early afternoon. Proposed excursions:
CLASSIC: Guided tour of Bordeaux.
DISCOVERY: Leave by bike from the Quai des Chartrons to see the locations and monuments in Bordeaux that have been listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites. Cycling along the Garonne to the Pont de Pierre, keep an eye out for the many amusing macarons decorating the building facades.
Tonight enjoy your exclusive gala evening.
Day 7: Bordeaux | Disembark
1 Breakfast
Enjoy one last breakfast on board before disembarking.
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Notes
20% discount on children between 2-10 years
30% discount for 3rd person in triple cabin
Initial deposit is 25%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure by Bank transfer or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
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