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BORDEAUX - CUSSAC-FORT-MEDOC - ROYAN - Rochefort(1) - La Rochelle(1) - LIBOURNE(2) - Saint-Emilion(1) - CADILLAC - BORDEAUX
Between land and sea, embark on a cruise through the heart of Aquitaine, from Bordeaux to Royan, discovering the Gironde estuary, the Garonne and the Dordogne rivers. As the journey unfolds, be enchanted by diverse landscapes, characterful towns and prestigious vineyards, enhanced by cultural and gourmet stopovers. The highlight of your trip awaits in Bordeaux: after exploring its remarkable heritage, you will enjoy an elegant lunch in a château of the region, where local flavours and carefully selected food and wine pairings come together in perfect harmony.
An elegant escape combining cruising, discovery and the French art of living.
CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS
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Included excursion day: Bordeaux, a refined immersion into the heart of its heritage, followed by lunch in a château set in an exceptional setting.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 stroll in Cadillac.
We’ll spend the afternoon cruising to Bordeaux, and we’ll arrive during the evening. Tonight is our festive gala evening.
Optional excursion for both packages: To the center of Arcachon Bay.
OR
This 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.
Enjoy breakfast on board this morning before disembarking. Included excursion day: Bordeaux, a refined immersion into heritage and flavours.
Continue your day with an unforgettable culinary experience in the heart of a château in the region.
After this exceptional interlude, return to the historic heart of Bordeaux and enjoy free time to stroll at your own pace, wander through the streets or simply relax and soak up the atmosphere. At the end of the afternoon, check-in at your 4-star (local standards) hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.
Breakfast at the hotel.
For optimal organization of your cruise, the order of the excursions can be modified according to the tides.
(1) Optional excursions.
(2) Depending on mooring availability, the stopover in Libourne may be replaced by a stopover in Bourg.
*Alcohol can be dangerous to your health. Please drink in moderation.
Valid information for year 2026