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7 Days
Bordeaux | Cussac-Fort-Medoc | Royan | Rochefort | La Rochelle | Libourne(2) | Saint-Emilion | Cadillac | Arcachon | Bordeaux
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 part of French paradise than through longstanding maritime cities and an unequivocal art of living?
THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE
- Gala dinner and evening : Welcome cocktail
- All meals included : Refined European cuisine, with table service for lunch & dinner
- Drinks included : With meals
- Open bar : Including Cocktails, Mocktails, Regional wines, Beer, Spirits & Soft drinks (excluding premium list)
- Free Wi-Fi in lounge and bar
- Headsets included for excursions
- Official welcome from the captain and crew
- Onboard activities
- Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
- All port fees included
- Prepaid Classic Sightseeing package
CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS
- Discover:
- The Médoc Wine Route
- The charming, retro city of Royan
- Rochefort and the Corderie Royale
- The seaside city of La Rochelle
- Arcachon Bay and the Dune of Pilat
- Itinerary
- Important Information
Day 1: Bordeaux - Cussac-Fort-Medoc
Passengers are welcome to board the ship at 6.00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabin, you will be introduced to the crew at a welcome cocktail and enjoy your first evening together. Your ship will begin to cruise to Cussac-Fort-Médoc. Begin on the Garonne River, before entering the Gironde River where you will pass the islands of Cazeau and Patiras before reaching Cussac-Fort-Médoc.
Day 2: Cussac-Fort-Medoc - The Medoc - Gironde Estuary - Royan
This morning, join the excursion proposed for both packages: Tour through the Médoc vineyards. Visit the prestigious earth that nurtures the most renowned red wines of the planet, tucked between an ocean and an estuary. Cross through most of the famed names in the Médoc region—Saint Julien, Haut-Médoc, etc.—stopping along the celebrated wine route to have a tasting of some of the illustrious regional wines. While you are on the road, you will also get a glimpse of the famous label vineyards and domains such as Châteaux Lafite-Rothschild, Latour, and Mouton Rothschild.
This afternoon, join the excursion proposed: Royan, guided tour on foot. You'll set out on foot with your guide to discover this Atlantic seaside resort known for its early- to mid-20th-century architecture and vibrant energy. Old villas, luxuriant gardens, quaint boutiques, and the beautiful harbor forge the city's charm. The impressive church was rebuilt in the 1950s using sleek lines and natural light as the focus. Enjoy some time on your own.
Join an evening of dinner and dancing.
Day 3: Royan - Rochefort - La Rochelle - Royan
Excursion for both packages: The seaside cities of Rochefort and La Rochelle. Rochefort's historical downtown area boasts lovely private mansions and beautiful homes where the legendary sailors and explorers lived. Visit the Corderie Royale, a historical rope-making factory. Afterwards, head to La Rochelle and stop for lunch in a local restaurant. During a guided tour of the old town and port, you’ll learn about the Grosse-Horologe gate, Renaissance arcades, lovely half-timbered homes, finely sculpted facades of the private mansions, and the cathedral. Enjoy some free time before returning to the ship. After you return on board, spend the rest of your day cruising up the Dordogne to Libourne.
Day 4: Libourne(2) - Bordeaux
This morning, join the excursions proposed:
CLASSIC: Saint-Émilion. Take a guided tour of Saint-Émilion's underground monuments, discovering the rich history of this medieval city, including its enigmatic monolithic church. Then head to a vineyard where you'll learn about how the famous local wine is produced. Enjoy a tasting of local products at the end of your tour.
DISCOVERY: Libourne by bike and wine tasting. Guided tour of Libourne. Discover this former English bastide. Located at the confluence of the Isle and Dordogne Rivers, Libourne expanded around its port. See the Saint John the Baptist Church, Abel Surchamp Square, and the imposing clock tower in the grand harbor. Then, hop on your bikes and head over to the Pomerol wine-growing area and enjoy a tasting of wine.
Return to the ship in Libourne and spend the afternoon cruising to Bordeaux.
(2) Depending on mooring availability, the stopover in Libourne may be replaced by a stopover in Bourg.
Day 5: Bordeaux - Cadillac
Cruise along the Garonne, getting a good glimpse of Bordeaux from the water as you continue on to Cadillac. This morning, join the proposed excursions:
CLASSIC: a visit to the magnificent and prestigious Château de Roquetaillade. After you explore the towers and keeps in this medieval château, you will head to a wine cellar in the Sauternais to enjoy a tasting of the famous Sauternes wine. Afterward, return to Cadillac for a guided tour of the city.
DISCOVERY: Gourmet hikes in Cadillac. Head toward the hills surrounding Cadillac, crossing through the city and passing in front of the bastide. Then continue on through the vineyards, taking in the breathtaking views of the river below. The trek will finish up on a flavorful tone, with a tasting of wine and succulent local delicacies.
Spend the afternoon cruising to Bordeaux, arriving during the evening. Tonight is your festive gala evening.
Day 6: Bordeaux - Arachon Bay - Bordeaux
This morning join the proposed excursion for both packages: To the center of Arcachon Bay. Departure by coach from Bordeaux for the Bassin d'Arcachon. Start your 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. You will have lunch in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, you 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.
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This morning, join the excursions proposed:
CLASSIC: The Chartrons District, Wine and Commerce Museum. Set out with your guide on foot to explore the old neighborhood where wine merchants performed their trade—the Chartrons District. You'll visit the Wine and Commerce Museum to trace the history of Bordeaux's classic nectar. Enjoy a tasting of wine.
DISCOVERY: The Bassins des Lumières. With your guide leading you, discover this unique digital art center within a former submarine base built by the Germans during their occupation of France during World War II. Each year, the center hosts a different multimedia exhibit, perfectly adapted to the architecture's grandeur and reflective waters.
Lunch will be served on board. Enjoy some free time on your own in the city this afternoon.
Join for dinner and an evening of entertainment.
Day 7: Bordeaux
One last buffet breakfast on board this morning before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.
INCLUSIONS:
- Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day
- All onboard beverages (not including drinks from the special lists)
- Double-occupancy, climate-controlled cabin with shower in private bathroom
- Onboard entertainment
- Welcome cocktail
- Gala evening
- Assistance from the onboard, multi-lingual host/hostess
- All port fees
- Prepaid classic sightseeing package
EXCLUSIONS:
- Drinks from the special lists or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers
- Cancellation and baggage insurance
- Transfers to/from departure/arrival points
- Personal expenses
For optimal organization of your cruise, the order of the excursions can be modified according to the tides.
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