Taste of Bordeaux (Wine Cruise)

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Taste of Bordeaux (Wine Cruise)



Tour Description:

Travel to France’s legendary wine capital, Bordeaux, on an enhanced epicurean experience. Iconic châteaux, timeless vineyards and delicious wine tastings are plentiful on this wine-themed journey. Attend an exclusive wine festival in Bourg, sample Grand Cru Classé wines and experience the wonderful world of viticulture with all your senses at the immersive Cité du Vin museum in Bordeaux. Hosted by a dedicated wine expert who leads tastings and a specially curated food and wine pairing dinner on board, this journey is a must for anyone interested in the best of French wine and cuisine.

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Thursday 04 Jun 26 — Thursday 11 Jun 26Starting at $5,049 Get a Quote
Thursday 02 Jul 26 — Thursday 09 Jul 26Starting at $5,049 Get a Quote
Thursday 23 Jul 26 — Thursday 30 Jul 26Starting at $5,049 Get a Quote
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Thursday 29 Oct 26 — Thursday 05 Nov 26Starting at $4,449 Get a Quote
Thursday 05 Nov 26 — Thursday 12 Nov 26Starting at $4,349 Get a Quote
Thursday 18 Mar 27 — Thursday 25 Mar 27Starting at $4,379 Get a Quote
Thursday 25 Mar 27 — Thursday 01 Apr 27Starting at $4,679 Get a Quote
Thursday 01 Apr 27 — Thursday 08 Apr 27Starting at $4,779 Get a Quote
Thursday 08 Apr 27 — Thursday 15 Apr 27Starting at $4,979 Get a Quote
Thursday 24 Jun 27 — Thursday 01 Jul 27Starting at $5,279 Get a Quote
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Thursday 19 Aug 27 — Thursday 26 Aug 27Starting at $5,379 Get a Quote
Thursday 04 Nov 27 — Thursday 11 Nov 27Starting at $4,579 Get a Quote
Thursday 11 Nov 27 — Thursday 18 Nov 27Starting at $4,579 Get a Quote


ITINERARY

Day 1
EMBARKATION – BORDEAUX, FRANCE. Embark the ship for your Taste of Bordeaux cruise.

Day 2
BORDEAUX - LIBOURNE. Take in the romance of Bordeaux as you pass iconic sights on a scenic morning cruise. Later in the day, dock in Libourne, a gateway to one of Bordeaux’s most elite wine regions. Join an excursion to Saint Émilion, known for its celebrated vineyards, and while here, explore the monolithic church carved out of one piece of limestone rock, and then go under the church to discover its catacombs and caves. Afterwards, you may choose to enjoy a Grand Cru Classé wine tasting at a local château. If you prefer a more active adventure, pedal through the vineyard-rich countryside to Saint-Émilion and then to a château for a Grand Cru Classé wine tasting.

Day 3
LIBOURNE - BLAYE. Spend time discovering the Bastide town of Libourne on a walking tour or stroll through the colorful, open-air market, tasting some of the region’s specialties. Or, you can get your heart pumping by venturing deeper into town on an invigorating bike tour or hiking through one of Libourne’s renowned vineyards. Later in the day, set sail for Blaye, where you’ll enjoy an evening at your leisure.

Day 4
BLAYE – BOURG. Once in Blaye, you can join a tour of its 17th-century citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. For a more active excursion, take a bike ride from Blaye through the idyllic French countryside. While in the ancient village of Bourg, take a walking tour and visit the Carriage Museum, which houses a wonderful collection of horse-drawn vehicles. Later in the day, experience the hospitality of this charming medieval village with an exclusive wine festival. Meet the local wine growers and taste the fruits of their labors as well as enjoy live French music and dancing.

Day 5
CUSSAC-FORT MEDOC. Cussac-Fort Medoc, a lovely village on the bank of the Gironde Estuary, is gateway to the famed Médoc region, renowned for producing some of the world’s finest Bordeaux wines. You will see some of the most beautiful and famous wine estates, including Château Latour, Château Mouton Rothschild, Château Lafite Rothschild and Château Pichon Longueville. You’ll then visit either Château Léoville Barton or Château Léoville Poyferré for a tasting of Grand Cru wines. Alternately, you can visit Lynch Bages, a quaint wine estate and village, followed by a wine and local specialties tasting. Or, enjoy a coast drive to Soulac-sur-Mer where you’ll see unique sights, such as the Statue of Liberty and the Cordouan lighthouse known to be the oldest in France.

Day 6
CADILLAC. Visit the impressive Castle of Roquetaillade, an amazingly preserved masterpiece of medieval military architecture owned by the same noble family for 700 years. Or, travel to the Sauternes wine region to either Chateau de Rayne Vigneau or Chateau Guiraud to taste the highly prized golden-hued sweet wines produced here. In the evening, enjoy a spectacular illumination cruise, gazing at the iconic structures of Bordeaux as they glow against the night sky. (B,L,D

Day 7
BORDEAUX. The breathtaking capital of the wine world, Bordeaux is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and classified as a “City of Art and History.” You’ll have an opportunity to experience much of the rich culture and architecture on a city tour followed by a visit to the immersive and interactive Bordeaux Wine Museum, housed in an awe-inspiring building. Bike enthusiasts will wish to join a tour along the city’s amazing network of bicycle paths.

Day 8
BORDEAUX – DISEMBARKATION. Disembark the ship and prepare for your flight home. (B) B,L,D – Indicates Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included on this day.