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A cruise in Aquitaine : the great wines of Southern France

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MS Cyrano de Bergerac
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FROM$2159
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202420252026

Cruise

BORDEAUX - CUSSAC-FORT-MEDOC - The Médoc - BLAYE(1) - LIBOURNE(1) - Saint-Emilion - BORDEAUX

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.

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CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

  • Discover the Gironde and the Garonne estuaries
  • EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
    • Bordeaux, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
    • The grands crus wines* of the region
    • Blaye and Vauban's citadel
    • Saint-Emilion, the history of a medieval village
All inclusive on board

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 onboard
  • Headsets are included for excursions
  • Official welcome from the captain and crew
  • Onboard activities
  • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
  • All port fees included

Route

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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.

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D1
BORDEAUX - CUSSAC-FORT-MEDOC - The Médoc

We'll begin towards Cussac-Fort-Médoc.
In the afternoon, join us for the CLASSIC / DICOVERY excursion proposed: Following the trail of the grands crus wines of Médoc (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.

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D2
CUSSAC-FORT-MEDOC - The Gironde Estuary - BLAYE(1)

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: Blaye and a visit to its citadel in a tourist train, plus a tasting of regional products and wine: Set off to discover the history and heritage of Blaye and its citadel. Built by Vabaun under Louis the Great, the citadel protected Bordeaux from invasions as part of the Verrou Vauban with the Forts Pâté and Médoc. This three-garrison defense system is unique in France and has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Afterwards, we'll visit the Château Marquis de Vauban restaurant for a tasting of wine and some regional 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.

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D3
BLAYE(1) - LIBOURNE(1) - Saint-Emilion

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 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.

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D4
LIBOURNE(1) - BORDEAUX

We'll cruise towards Bordeaux this morning. Join us on the excursions proposed:
CLASSIC: The Chartrons District, Wine and Commerce Museum.
DISCOVERY: The Bassins des Lumières.
Enjoy an evening of entertainment.

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D5
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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  • Child discount (2-9 years) : - 20%

Ships

Several ships available for this cruise

Shore Excursions

No shore excursion on the non listed days
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FormalitiesSome administrative formalities to take into account in order to prepare your trip

For the safety of our passengers, the captain and crew of the boat may decide to modify the navigational itinerary. The cruise schedule may vary according to tides and arrival times at ports of call may be subject to change. 

(1) Depending on the tide, the stopover in Blaye and Libourne may be replaced by Bourg.

*Alcohol can be harmful to your health. Please drink in moderation.