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Cruise through the Aquitaine Region from Bordeaux to Royan, along the Gironde Estuary and the Garonne and Dordogne Rivers
Tour Description:
This magnificent itinerary will take you to the heart of Southwestern France, well known for its idyllic landscapes, famous wines, historical monuments, and emblematic sites.
What better way to explore this corner of French paradise than through its longstanding maritime cities and its unequivocal art of living?
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Dates & Pricing
| Sunday 28 Apr 24 — Saturday 04 May 24 | Starting at $2,800 | Get a Quote | |
| Thursday 09 May 24 — Wednesday 15 May 24 | Starting at $2,635 | Get a Quote | |
| Saturday 25 May 24 — Friday 31 May 24 | Starting at $3,100 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 31 May 24 — Thursday 06 Jun 24 | Starting at $1,730 | Get a Quote | |
| Thursday 06 Jun 24 — Wednesday 12 Jun 24 | Starting at $3,280 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 16 Jun 24 — Saturday 22 Jun 24 | Starting at $3,100 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 07 Jul 24 — Saturday 13 Jul 24 | Starting at $2,866 | Get a Quote | |
| Saturday 13 Jul 24 — Friday 19 Jul 24 | Starting at $2,436 | Get a Quote | |
| Wednesday 24 Jul 24 — Tuesday 30 Jul 24 | Starting at $2,436 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 04 Aug 24 — Saturday 10 Aug 24 | Starting at $3,151 | Get a Quote | |
| Saturday 10 Aug 24 — Friday 16 Aug 24 | Starting at $3,214 | Get a Quote | |
| Saturday 31 Aug 24 — Friday 06 Sep 24 | Starting at $3,030 | Get a Quote | |
| Monday 16 Sep 24 — Sunday 22 Sep 24 | Starting at $3,422 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 27 Sep 24 — Thursday 03 Oct 24 | Starting at $3,100 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 13 Oct 24 — Saturday 19 Oct 24 | Starting at $3,565 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 11 Apr 25 — Thursday 17 Apr 25 | Starting at $2,890 | Get a Quote | |
| Tuesday 22 Apr 25 — Monday 28 Apr 25 | Starting at $2,890 | Get a Quote | |
| Monday 28 Apr 25 — Sunday 04 May 25 | Starting at $2,890 | Get a Quote | |
| Thursday 08 May 25 — Wednesday 14 May 25 | Starting at $3,196 | Get a Quote | |
| Monday 19 May 25 — Sunday 25 May 25 | Starting at $3,196 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 25 May 25 — Saturday 31 May 25 | Starting at $3,262 | Get a Quote | |
| Wednesday 04 Jun 25 — Tuesday 10 Jun 25 | Starting at $3,196 | Get a Quote | |
| Tuesday 10 Jun 25 — Monday 16 Jun 25 | Starting at $3,196 | Get a Quote | |
| Saturday 21 Jun 25 — Friday 27 Jun 25 | Starting at $3,196 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 27 Jun 25 — Thursday 03 Jul 25 | Starting at $2,962 | Get a Quote | |
| Monday 07 Jul 25 — Sunday 13 Jul 25 | Starting at $2,962 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 18 Jul 25 — Thursday 24 Jul 25 | Starting at $3,119 | Get a Quote | |
| Thursday 24 Jul 25 — Wednesday 30 Jul 25 | Starting at $2,962 | Get a Quote | |
| Friday 08 Aug 25 — Thursday 14 Aug 25 | Starting at $2,962 | Get a Quote | |
| Tuesday 19 Aug 25 — Monday 25 Aug 25 | Starting at $2,962 | Get a Quote | |
| Thursday 02 Oct 25 — Wednesday 08 Oct 25 | Starting at $3,196 | Get a Quote |
Destination & Sightseeing ITINERARY
ITINERARYBORDEAUX - CUSSAC-FORT-MEDOC
Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we’ll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail and enjoy our first evening together. Our ship will begin to cruise to Cussac-Fort-Médoc. We’ll begin on the Garonne River, before entering the Gironde River, where we’ll pass the islands of Cazeau and Patiras before reaching Cussac-Fort-Médoc.
CUSSAC-FORT-MEDOC - THE MEDOC - Gironde Estuary - ROYAN
This morning, join us on a CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursions: Tour through the Médoc vineyards(only on pre-booking before departure). CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: Royan, guided tour on foot.Join us for an evening of dinner and dancing.
ROYAN - Rochefort - La Rochelle - ROYAN
Excursion for both packages: The seaside cities of Rochefort and La Rochelle. We’ll leave by coach for Rochefort. Rochefort was originally chosen by Jean-Baptiste Colbert as a refuge, defense, and supply post for the French Navy back in the mid-1660s. We’ll stop for lunch in a local restaurant. The over 1,000-year-old city of La Rochelle is the capital of the Charente Maritime. It’s tucked along the Bay of Biscay and contains some of the most beautiful natural and architectural heritage in the area. Enjoy some free time before returning to the ship. After we return on board, we’ll spend the rest of our day cruising up the Dordogne to Libourne.
LIBOURNE(1) - BORDEAUX
This morning, we offer two excursions:CLASSIC: Saint-Émilion.DISCOVERY: Libourne by bike and wine tasting*.We’ll return to the ship in Libourne and spend the afternoon cruising to Bordeaux.
BORDEAUX - CADILLAC
We’ll cruise along the Garonne, getting a good glimpse of Bordeaux from the water as we continue on to Cadillac. This morning, we offer two excursions: CLASSIC: a visit to the magnificent and prestigious Château de Roquetaillade.DISCOVERY: Gourmet market in Cadillac.We’ll spend the afternoon cruising to Bordeaux, and we’ll arrive during the evening. Tonight is our festive gala evening.
BORDEAUX - Arcachon Bay - BORDEAUX
Excursion for both packages: To the center of Arcachon Bay. Departure by coach from Bordeaux for the Bassin d'Arcachon. We will start our tour with a boat trip on the Bassin d'Arcachon. You'll be able to see the Bird Island, the famous "Cabanes tchanquées" houses on stilts and the oyster beds. Free time in Arcachon. We will have lunch in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, we will go to the Great Dune of Pilat. Culminating at 107m, it is the highest sand dune in Europe. The view from the top is awe-inspiring. Return to Bordeaux at the end of the day.ORThis morning, we offer two excursions: CLASSIC: The Chartrons District, Wine and Commerce Museum.DISCOVERY: The Bassins des Lumières.Lunch will be served on board. Enjoy some free time on your own in the city this afternoon.Join us for dinner and an evening of entertainment.
BORDEAUX
Enjoy breakfast on board this morning before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.
