Blaye and its Citadel in a Tourist Train with a Tasting of Regional Products and Wine
We'll set off on a tourist train to discover the history and heritage of Blaye and its citadel. Perched on a cliff with a magnificent view of the Gironde Estuary, the Blaye Citadel has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The garrison possesses immense gates, underground passages, fortified buildings, and almost a mile of ramparts. The defense system created by Vauban to defend Bordeaux from invasions has remained intact. This tour will take you along the historic streets of Blaye and introduce you to the citadel architecture. You'll then cross the vineyards to the Château Marquis de Vauban restaurant to tour the wine cellar and enjoy a tasting of local products. We’ll return to the ship on the train.
PLEASE NOTE
- The order of the visits can change.
- Time are approximate.
We'll set off on a tourist train to discover the history and heritage of Blaye and its citadel. Perched on a cliff with a magnificent view of the Gironde Estuary, the Blaye Citadel has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The garrison possesses immense gates, underground passages, fortified buildings, and almost a mile of ramparts. The defense system created by Vauban to defend Bordeaux from invasions has remained intact. This tour will take you along the historic streets of Blaye and introduce you to the citadel architecture. You'll then cross the vineyards to the Château Marquis de Vauban restaurant to tour the wine cellar and enjoy a tasting of local products. We’ll return to the ship on the train.
PLEASE NOTE
- The order of the visits can change.
- Time are approximate.
Cruises
This shore excursion is available for one or several cruises
Christmas in the Bordeaux region (port-to-port cruise)
BORDEAUX - CUSSAC-FORT-MEDOC - The Médoc - BLAYE - BORDEAUX - LIBOURNE(4) - Saint-Emilion - BORDEAUX
Embark on a magical cruise through the Gironde. You will be able to celebrate Christmas all along this journey where you will discover the most precious secrets of the region. After a refined Christmas Eve dinner, you have the option to go to mass in Bordeaux. Your stay will also be the opportunity to discover the Grands Crus Wine Route of the Medoc as well as Blaye.
New Year in the Bordeaux region (port-to-port cruise)
BORDEAUX - CUSSAC-FORT-MEDOC - BLAYE - LIBOURNE(2) - Saint-Emilion - BORDEAUX
Embark on a memorable cruise through Bordeaux and its region and celebrate a unique New Year's Eve! Explore the Grands Crus Wine Route of the Medoc as well as Blaye and its citadel, proudly dominating the estuary.