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.
What's Included
Return Flights from the UK
Small Cabin Bag
Hold Luggage
Full Board Cruise
Alcohol and Soft Drinks during Bar hours
Captain's Welcome Evening
Gala Dinner
Free Wi-Fi
Accommodation & Facilities
MS Cyrano de Bergerac
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Every shade of blue, from night blue on the walls to the soft blue on the leather sofas, dress every space of the ship. The colour orange brings a touch of pep to the lounge / bar.
174 guests · 87 cabins · 4 decks · built 2013
Itinerary
Explore the day-by-day breakdown of your journey through Garonne.
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
We'll begin towards Cussac-Fort-Mdoc.In the afternoon, join us for the optional CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion proposed: Following the trail of the grands crus wines of Mdoc* (only on pre-booking before departure), a renowned region where the most famous of all red wines in the world are cultivated.We'll return on board for dinner and an evening of entertainment.
Day 2
Cussac-Fort-Médoc
Day 3
Cussac-Fort-Médoc
We'll start sailing early this morning towards Blaye, whose Citadel built by Vauban is not to be missed. Join us on the optional excursions proposed:CLASSIC: Blaye and a visit to its citadel in a tourist train, plus a tastingof regional products and wine: Set off to discover the history and heritage ofBlaye and its citadel. Built by Vabaun under Louis the Great, the citadelprotected Bordeaux from invasions as part of the Verrou Vauban with theForts Pt and Mdoc. This three-garrison defense system is unique inFrance and has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Afterwards, we'llvisit the Chteau Marquis de Vauban restaurant for a tasting of wine and someregional products.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 3
Day 3
Blaye
Day 4
Cadillac
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 on the optional excursions proposed:CLASSIC: tour of Saint-Emilion.DISCOVERY: Libourne by bike and wine tasting*.We'll return on board in Libourne. Tonight is our festive gala dinner and evening.
Day 5
Cadillac
We'll cruise towards Bordeaux this morning. Join us on the optional excursions proposed:CLASSIC: The Chartrons District, Wine and Commerce Museum.DISCOVERY: The Bassins des Lumires.Enjoy an evening of entertainment.
Day 5
Bordeaux
Day 6
Bordeaux
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services. For an optimal organization of the cruise, the organization of excursions can be modified according to the tide. Note to coach: double-decker buses are not allowed on many roads in Gironde, including Libourne, Saint Emilion, Blaye and Cadillac.
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