A cruise in Aquitaine : the great wines of Southern France (port-to-port cruise)
A cruise in Aquitaine : the great wines of Southern France (port-to-port cruise)

A cruise in Aquitaine : the great wines of Southern France (port-to-port cruise)

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CroisiCruise: BOS_PP

6 Days

Let yourself be carried by an inspiring cruise along the Garonne and the Dordogne. This will transport you to the heart of Bordeaux and its region. You will discover this unmissable and surprising city many of whose monuments are listed as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO, and visit the Blaye citadel which majestically dominates the estuary.

THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE

  • All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
  • Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
  • Free Wi-Fi in lounge and bar
  • Headsets are included for excursions
  • Official welcome from the captain and crew
  • Onboard activities
  • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
  • All port fees included
  • Classic Sightseeing package

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

  • This cruise exists with a hiking-adapted program (ref. ROB)
  • Discover the Gironde and the Garonne estuaries
  • Discover:
    • Bordeaux, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Cité du Vin*
    • The Grands Crus wines* of the region
    • Blaye and Vauban's citadel
    • Saint-Emilion, the history of a medieval village

Day 1: Bordeaux

Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail and evening.

Day 2: Bordeaux - Pauillac - The Medoc

We'll begin towards Pauillac.
In the afternoon, join us for the excursions proposed:
CLASSIC: Following the trail of the Grands Crus wines of Médoc*, a renowned region where the most famous of all red wines in the world are cultivated.
DISCOVERY: Visit the Médoc through biking, wine and cheese. Get ready to discover the vineyards and châteaux of the region in this exceptionally beautiful area. You'll be rewarded for the effort with a lovely glass of grand cru* and some regional cheeses. We'll return on board for dinner and an evening of entertainment.

Day 3: Pauillac - The Gironde Estuary - Blaye

We'll start sailing early this morning towards Blaye, whose Citadel built by Vauban is not to be missed. Join us on the excursions proposed:
CLASSIC: The Route de la Corniche Fleurie and the Blaye Citadel, journey through tradition and authenticity. DISCOVERY: Tour Blaye and its underground monuments on foot. After our tour, we'll get to taste some regional products with an excellent glass of wine*. We'll return on board and cruise on the Gironde all the way to the estuary. Enjoy an evening of dancing.

Day 4: Blaye(2) - Libourne(2) - Saint-Emilion(1)

We'll cruise to Libourne, a town rich with history and full of character located at the confluence with the Isle and the Dordogne Rivers. Upon arrival, join us for an excursion for both packages: tour of Saint-Emilion. We'll return on board in Libourne. Tonight is our festive gala dinner and evening.

Day 5: Libourne - Bordeaux

We'll cruise towards Bordeaux this morning. Join us on the excursions proposed: CLASSIC: Guided tour of Bordeaux, listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. DISCOVERY: Visit to La Cité du Vin and wine-tasting*.
Enjoy an evening of entertainment

Day 6: Bordeaux

Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.

For an optimal organisation of the cruise, the organisation of excursions can be modified according to the tide.

INCLUSIONS:

  • Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day

  • Onboard drinks included (except for drinks from our special lists)

  • Double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom

  • Assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess

  • Welcome cocktail

  • Gala dinner

  • Onboard entertainment

  • All port fees

  • Prepaid classic sightseeing package

EXCLUSIONS:

  • Drinks from our special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers
  • Cancellation and baggage insurance
  • Transfers/travel to and from departure/arrival points - personal expenses.

Trip prices and dates are correct at the time of the website going live, however all offers are subject to reconfirmation at the time of booking. Note prices usually display available discounted rates if any, (eg. Early Bird Deals if applicable). All featured tour itineraries and offers maybe subject to change due to seasonal variations without notice, or due to local conditions or other conditions. Please confirm all details at time of booking. Travel insurance is mandatory for all Innovative Travel bookings. All passports must be valid for 6 months prior to your return to your home country. Visas are the responsibility of the traveller. Special VIP meet and assist offers are valid for New Zealand passport holders, for other nationalities please check at the time of booking. For full terms and conditions, please refer to our Booking Conditions page.

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