Cruise through the Aquitaine Region from Bordeaux to Royan, along the Gironde Estuary and the Garonne and Dordogne Rivers (port-to-port cruise)

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Cruise through the Aquitaine Region from Bordeaux to Royan, along the Gironde Estuary and the Garonne and Dordogne Rivers (port

to-port cruise)



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?

Map for Cruise through the Aquitaine Region from Bordeaux to Royan, along the Gironde Estuary and the Garonne and Dordogne Rivers (port-to-port cruise)
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Dates & Pricing

Tuesday 21 Apr 26 — Monday 27 Apr 26Starting at $1,856 Get a Quote
Monday 27 Apr 26 — Sunday 03 May 26Starting at $1,856 Get a Quote
Friday 08 May 26 — Thursday 14 May 26Starting at $2,167 Get a Quote
Tuesday 19 May 26 — Monday 25 May 26Starting at $2,167 Get a Quote
Monday 25 May 26 — Sunday 31 May 26Starting at $2,167 Get a Quote
Sunday 31 May 26 — Saturday 06 Jun 26Starting at $2,167 Get a Quote
Monday 22 Jun 26 — Sunday 28 Jun 26Starting at $2,167 Get a Quote
Sunday 28 Jun 26 — Saturday 04 Jul 26Starting at $1,925 Get a Quote
Thursday 09 Jul 26 — Wednesday 15 Jul 26Starting at $1,925 Get a Quote
Monday 20 Jul 26 — Sunday 26 Jul 26Starting at $1,925 Get a Quote
Sunday 26 Jul 26 — Saturday 01 Aug 26Starting at $1,925 Get a Quote
Thursday 06 Aug 26 — Wednesday 12 Aug 26Starting at $1,925 Get a Quote
Monday 17 Aug 26 — Sunday 23 Aug 26Starting at $1,925 Get a Quote
Friday 28 Aug 26 — Thursday 03 Sep 26Starting at $1,925 Get a Quote
Friday 25 Sep 26 — Thursday 01 Oct 26Starting at $2,167 Get a Quote
Tuesday 06 Oct 26 — Monday 12 Oct 26Starting at $2,167 Get a Quote
Saturday 17 Oct 26 — Friday 23 Oct 26Starting at $1,856 Get a Quote


Destination & Sightseeing

ITINERARY

BORDEAUX - 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(1) - Gironde Estuary - ROYAN
This morning, join us on a CLASSIC / DISCOVERY optional excursion: 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
Optional 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(2) - BORDEAUX
This morning, we offer two optional 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 optional excursions: CLASSIC: a visit to the magnificent and prestigious Château de Roquetaillade.DISCOVERY: Gourmet hikes 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(1) - BORDEAUX
Optional excursion for both packages: To the center of Arcachon Bay.ORThis morning, we offer two optional 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.