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Bordeaux Region 5-Day River Cruise
Historical and oenology ethusiasts, embark on a cruise along the Gironde. You will discover the precious wines from along the Garonne and the Dordogne estuaries. Explore the Medoc following a trail where you will discover a diversity in architecture unique in the world, from mansions to sumptuous buildings such as the Citadelle Vauban.
Every shade of blue, from night blue on the walls to the soft blue on the leather sofas, dress every space of the ship. The colour orange brings a touch of pep to the lounge / bar. The upper deck cabins have wide windows with French balconies, the ones on the middle deck have large windows and on the main deck the cabins have portholes. During the cruise, all meals are served in the restaurant which is located on the middle deck. The lounge / bar, at the front of the ship, will welcome passengers during evening entertainment, aperitif games... Do not hesitate to go to the sun deck to relax! Equipped with armchairs and sun loungers you can relax while enjoying a panoramic view of the landscapes.
Rooms include TV, Telephone (for internal calls only), Bathroom with shower and toilet, Towels, Safe, Independent air-conditioning, Electricity 220V and Wi-Fi
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Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabin, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail.
BORDEAUX - CUSSAC-FORT-MEDOC - The Médoc
We will cruise down towards Cussac-Fort-Médoc. In the afternoon, join us for the optional CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion proposed: Following the trail of the grands crus wines of Médoc (only on pre-booking before departure), a renowned region where the most famous of all red wines in the world are cultivated. We'll return on board for dinner and an evening of entertainment.
CUSSAC-FORT-MEDOC - Gironde Estuary - BLAYE
We'll start sailing early this morning towards Blaye, whose Citadel built by Vauban is not to be missed. Join us on the optional 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, we'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.
BLAYE - LIBOURNE - Saint-Emilion
We'll cruise to Libourne, a town rich with history and full of character located at the confluence with the Isle and the Dordogne Rivers. Upon arrival, join us for the optional excursions proposed: CLASSIC: tour of Saint-Emilion. DISCOVERY: Libourne by bike and wine tasting*. We'll return on board in Libourne. Tonight is our festive gala dinner and evening.
LIBOURNE - BORDEAUX
We'll cruise to Bordeaux this morning. Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 11:00 a.m. End of our services.
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.
Tours marked with are special prices.
| Start | End | Max. No. Guests | Accommodation | Price p.p. | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 29 2025 | Apr 02 2025 | 174 | Single rooms | 1,424€ | ||
| Double rooms | 979€ | |||||
| Apr 02 2025 | Apr 06 2025 | 174 | Single rooms | 1,350€ | ||
| Double rooms | 905€ | |||||
| May 04 2025 | May 08 2025 | 174 | Single rooms | 1,505€ | ||
| Double rooms | 1,060€ | |||||
| May 31 2025 | Jun 04 2025 | 174 | Single rooms | 0€ | ||
| Double rooms | 0€ | |||||
| Aug 04 2025 | Aug 08 2025 | 174 | Single rooms | 1,440€ | ||
| Double rooms | 995€ | |||||
| Aug 31 2025 | Sep 04 2025 | 174 | Single rooms | 1,524€ | ||
| Double rooms | 1,079€ | |||||
| Oct 13 2025 | Oct 17 2025 | 174 | Single rooms | 1,505€ | ||
| Double rooms | 1,060€ | |||||
| Oct 22 2025 | Oct 26 2025 | 174 | Single rooms | 1,350€ | ||
| Double rooms | 905€ |
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