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Bilbao/Paris
14-night Taste of Bordeaux Cruise/Land Package
June 30, 2024
AmaWaterways: AmaDolce
Bilbao/Paris
Vacation Offer ID 1472699
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SPACIOUS STATEROOMS
  • 7 nights luxury accommodation in an outside stateroom (most with French balconies)
  • Computer for internet access
  • Entertainment-On-Demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, movies, a music library and English language TV stations
  • Mini-Fridge, Desk and sitting area
  • Bottled water replenished daily
AN ARRAY OF AMENITIES
  • Wellness Program with a dedicated Wellness Host leading various exercise classes as well as discussions on healthy eating and relaxation techniques, both on board and on shore.
  • Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land programs
  • Internet and Wi-Fi access
  • Sun deck whirlpool and walking track
  • Fitness room, massage services and hair salon
  • Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar
  • Daily entertainment including cultural performances
AWARD-WINNING DINING
  • All onboard dining in a variety of venues
  • Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients
  • The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant
  • Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Dinner, Captain's Cocktail and Gala Dinner
  • La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs exclusive dining experience
  • Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
  • Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
  • Sip & Sail Daily Cocktail Hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
  • Tapas, sandwiches, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge
A WORLD OF EXPLORATION
  • Immersive tours in every destination
  • Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options
  • Bike tours and hikes
  • Special Interest Tours
  • Knowledgeable guides
  • Personal headset for easy exploration
  • Airport transfers with purchase of air from AmaWaterways
LAND PROGRAM
  • 2 nights hotel Hesperia Bilbao (or similar), including city tour, Guggenheim Museum, Mercado de la Ribera, Guernica and daily breakfast
  • Transfer from Bilbao to San Sebastian
  • 2 nights hotel in San Sebastian at the NH Collection Aránzazu (or similar), including city tour and daily breakfast
  • Transfer from San Sebastian to ship in Bordeaux with stop in Bayonne
  • Transfer from Bordeaux to Tours via motorcoach
  • 2 nights Château in the Loire Valley, including city tour, châteaux visits and daily breakfast
  • 1 night hotel in Paris at the Pullman Charles de Gaulle (or similar), including daily breakfast

Available Add-Ons

Optional roundtrip airfare from your city
Optional shore excursions

  • Destination Guide
  • Suggested Shore Excursions
Destination Arrival Departure
Bilbao

Bilbao 06/30/2024

Check into your hotel for the beginning of your Basque Country land program.,

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Bilbao: Full Day Excursion to San Sebastian
<p><strong><span>Visit the old quarter, the Basilica of Santa Mar&iacute;a, la Concha promenade, City Hall, Church of San Vicente, Plaza de la Constituci&oacute;n, Victoria Eugenia Theatre and the San Telmo museum with works of Goya, Ribera and el Greco.</span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>8 hours tour<br />&#x0D; Morning tour<br />&#x0D; No wheelchair<br />&#x0D; Light physical activity<br />&#x0D; Pick up and drop off at the Port&nbsp;</strong><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included:&nbsp;</strong></font><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Transportation by Deluxe Vehicle; Guided Tour; Entrance Fees</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included:&nbsp;</strong>Any meals or other services not specified</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>This city, also known as Donostia, lies along a white sandy bay between the Urgull and Igeldo hills. Fishermen&#39;s houses, a smart suburb and modern districts make it one of the most attractive cities on the Cantabrian coast. </span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>In the oldest part of San Sebasti&aacute;n, the churches of San Vicente and Santa Mar&iacute;a del Coro await you, the former Gothic and the latter Renaissance-Baroque. An old Dominican convent is nowadays the San Telmo Museum, whose archaeological and ethnographic collections, together with its paintings, are worth a leisurely visit. These busy streets lead you to the porticoed Plaza de la Constituci&oacute;n. Among its many balconies - numbered and painted white, betraying its origin as a bullring - stands the old Neoclassical City Hall, converted into the Municipal Library. </span></span><br />&#x0D; <span><span>La Alameda del Boulevard leads into the Romantic city, which emerged after the old walls were demolished. One the banks of the Urumea you can make out the Victoria Eugenia Theatre and the Mar&iacute;a Cristina Hotel, built in Neoplateresque style.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>La Concha Promenade is unquestionably one of San Sebasti&aacute;n&rsquo;s most characteristic features. It is a seaside promenade bordering the famous Concha Bay, shell-shaped as indicated by its name in Spanish, with two beaches</span></span><span><span>&nbsp;(Ondarreta and the Concha) and an island (Santa Clara)</span></span><span><span>. Added to its unbeatable views of the sea, this lively promenade makes its way past iconic buildings</span></span><span><span>&nbsp;like the Hotel Londres, the Palacio Miramar and the Perla Spa.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>What is today San Sebasti&aacute;n&#39;s City Hall was home to the city&rsquo;s Gran Casino from the time it was opened on 1st July 1897 until it was closed in 1924 with the prohibition of gambling. Its roulette tables and Dance Hall, currently the Plenary Hall, provided entertainment for politicians, writers and artists in the Belle Epoque period.&nbsp;</span></span></p>&#x0D;
Bilbao: Artistic Half Day City Tour
<strong><span>Visit the old city center located on the right bank of the river Nervi&oacute;n, the Cathedral of Santiago with beautiful gothic cloister, the Plaza Nueva, the Yohn Palace, Arriaga Theatre, and the incredible Guggenheim museum, designed by the north American architect Frank O. Gehry and built on a 32.500 m2 site in the city center. The building itself is an extraordinary combination of interconnecting shapes. Orthogonal blocks in limestone contrast with curved and bent forms covered in titanium.</span></strong><em><span> </span></em><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong><span><span><span><span>3 hours tour</span></span></span></span></strong><br />&#x0D; <strong><span><span><span><span><strong>Morning or afternoon tour</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>No wheelchair</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Light physical activity</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Pick up and drop off at the Port&nbsp;</strong></span></span></span></span></strong>&#x0D; <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included:&nbsp;</strong></font><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Guided Tour; Entrance Fees</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included:&nbsp;</strong>Any meals, Taxis or other services not specified</font></p>&#x0D; <span><span>Bilbao&#39;s 700 years of history are present in buildings and constructions that will pleasantly surprise visitors. The historic quarter is listed as a Conservation Area and forms the best point of reference for understanding the city&#39;s history. It is an example of urban regeneration, with more than 400 shops of all kinds. The city centre is a showcase for the best of 20th century architecture, with buildings that have housed the most important firms and institutions of Bilbao for over a century. This impressive collection of buildings has been created by the best local architects of each period. </span></span><br />&#x0D; <span><span>But Bilbao has not finished being built: in addition to the genius of the local architects, the most prestigious foreign firms have contributed finished projects to the grandeur of the city, with some still in progress, by architects of the stature of Foster, Gehry, Calatrava, Isozaki, Pelli, and others.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <span><span>The Cathedral of Santiago, is the oldest building in Bilbao.This Gothic church was built on top of an old hermitage that dates back to the Santiago pilgrimages. The cathedral has three naves, covered with ribbed vaults. Although the building is essentially Gothic, the actual fa&ccedil;ade and the tower were built in the nineteenth century. The choir stalls and the cloister are exquisite with the latter ornately Gothic in style. The crypt was built in the old hermitage, and still has the hermitage&#39;s original walls. There are two doorways, one which is Renaissance in style and the other Neoclassical.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <span><span>The baroque Yohn Palace, known as &lsquo;The Bourse&rsquo;, has a beautiful carved lintel around the door, which is extremely rare in urban architecture in Bizkaia, and three interesting exterior walls, the one facing Santa Mar&iacute;a street being the most impressive.&nbsp;</span></span><br />&#x0D; <span><span>The Arriaga Theatre is a very beautiful building. Inspired in the Paris Opera, it was the work of the municipal architect Joaqu&iacute;n Rucoba and was opened in 1890. In 1902 it was named in honour of the Bilbao musician Juan Cris&oacute;stomo Arriaga, known as the Spanish Mozart because of his talent.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <span><span>The Bilbao Guggenheim Museum has become the cultural and tourist driving force of the Basque Country. This spectacular building, built by Frank O. Gehry in 1997, is completely covered with titanium sheets. It houses its own private collection, in addition to sharing with New York and Venice the world&#39;s largest and most impressive private collection of modern and contemporary art.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;
06/30/2024 06/30/2024
Bilbao

Bilbao 07/01/2024

Travel to the Basque town of Guernica, infamously bombed by German and Italian air forces during the Spanish Civil War — and the subject of one of Picasso's most renowned paintings. Immerse yourself in culture and visit the open-air market where you'll find a variety of local specialties, from cheese to peppers to fish. Later in the day, take an informative walking tour through Bilbao and learn how to order Basque tapas, known locally as pintxos, and revered for their small size and big taste. (B),

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Bilbao: Full Day Excursion to San Sebastian
<p><strong><span>Visit the old quarter, the Basilica of Santa Mar&iacute;a, la Concha promenade, City Hall, Church of San Vicente, Plaza de la Constituci&oacute;n, Victoria Eugenia Theatre and the San Telmo museum with works of Goya, Ribera and el Greco.</span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>8 hours tour<br />&#x0D; Morning tour<br />&#x0D; No wheelchair<br />&#x0D; Light physical activity<br />&#x0D; Pick up and drop off at the Port&nbsp;</strong><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included:&nbsp;</strong></font><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Transportation by Deluxe Vehicle; Guided Tour; Entrance Fees</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included:&nbsp;</strong>Any meals or other services not specified</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>This city, also known as Donostia, lies along a white sandy bay between the Urgull and Igeldo hills. Fishermen&#39;s houses, a smart suburb and modern districts make it one of the most attractive cities on the Cantabrian coast. </span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>In the oldest part of San Sebasti&aacute;n, the churches of San Vicente and Santa Mar&iacute;a del Coro await you, the former Gothic and the latter Renaissance-Baroque. An old Dominican convent is nowadays the San Telmo Museum, whose archaeological and ethnographic collections, together with its paintings, are worth a leisurely visit. These busy streets lead you to the porticoed Plaza de la Constituci&oacute;n. Among its many balconies - numbered and painted white, betraying its origin as a bullring - stands the old Neoclassical City Hall, converted into the Municipal Library. </span></span><br />&#x0D; <span><span>La Alameda del Boulevard leads into the Romantic city, which emerged after the old walls were demolished. One the banks of the Urumea you can make out the Victoria Eugenia Theatre and the Mar&iacute;a Cristina Hotel, built in Neoplateresque style.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>La Concha Promenade is unquestionably one of San Sebasti&aacute;n&rsquo;s most characteristic features. It is a seaside promenade bordering the famous Concha Bay, shell-shaped as indicated by its name in Spanish, with two beaches</span></span><span><span>&nbsp;(Ondarreta and the Concha) and an island (Santa Clara)</span></span><span><span>. Added to its unbeatable views of the sea, this lively promenade makes its way past iconic buildings</span></span><span><span>&nbsp;like the Hotel Londres, the Palacio Miramar and the Perla Spa.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>What is today San Sebasti&aacute;n&#39;s City Hall was home to the city&rsquo;s Gran Casino from the time it was opened on 1st July 1897 until it was closed in 1924 with the prohibition of gambling. Its roulette tables and Dance Hall, currently the Plenary Hall, provided entertainment for politicians, writers and artists in the Belle Epoque period.&nbsp;</span></span></p>&#x0D;
Bilbao: Artistic Half Day City Tour
<strong><span>Visit the old city center located on the right bank of the river Nervi&oacute;n, the Cathedral of Santiago with beautiful gothic cloister, the Plaza Nueva, the Yohn Palace, Arriaga Theatre, and the incredible Guggenheim museum, designed by the north American architect Frank O. Gehry and built on a 32.500 m2 site in the city center. The building itself is an extraordinary combination of interconnecting shapes. Orthogonal blocks in limestone contrast with curved and bent forms covered in titanium.</span></strong><em><span> </span></em><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong><span><span><span><span>3 hours tour</span></span></span></span></strong><br />&#x0D; <strong><span><span><span><span><strong>Morning or afternoon tour</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>No wheelchair</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Light physical activity</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Pick up and drop off at the Port&nbsp;</strong></span></span></span></span></strong>&#x0D; <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included:&nbsp;</strong></font><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Guided Tour; Entrance Fees</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included:&nbsp;</strong>Any meals, Taxis or other services not specified</font></p>&#x0D; <span><span>Bilbao&#39;s 700 years of history are present in buildings and constructions that will pleasantly surprise visitors. The historic quarter is listed as a Conservation Area and forms the best point of reference for understanding the city&#39;s history. It is an example of urban regeneration, with more than 400 shops of all kinds. The city centre is a showcase for the best of 20th century architecture, with buildings that have housed the most important firms and institutions of Bilbao for over a century. This impressive collection of buildings has been created by the best local architects of each period. </span></span><br />&#x0D; <span><span>But Bilbao has not finished being built: in addition to the genius of the local architects, the most prestigious foreign firms have contributed finished projects to the grandeur of the city, with some still in progress, by architects of the stature of Foster, Gehry, Calatrava, Isozaki, Pelli, and others.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <span><span>The Cathedral of Santiago, is the oldest building in Bilbao.This Gothic church was built on top of an old hermitage that dates back to the Santiago pilgrimages. The cathedral has three naves, covered with ribbed vaults. Although the building is essentially Gothic, the actual fa&ccedil;ade and the tower were built in the nineteenth century. The choir stalls and the cloister are exquisite with the latter ornately Gothic in style. The crypt was built in the old hermitage, and still has the hermitage&#39;s original walls. There are two doorways, one which is Renaissance in style and the other Neoclassical.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <span><span>The baroque Yohn Palace, known as &lsquo;The Bourse&rsquo;, has a beautiful carved lintel around the door, which is extremely rare in urban architecture in Bizkaia, and three interesting exterior walls, the one facing Santa Mar&iacute;a street being the most impressive.&nbsp;</span></span><br />&#x0D; <span><span>The Arriaga Theatre is a very beautiful building. Inspired in the Paris Opera, it was the work of the municipal architect Joaqu&iacute;n Rucoba and was opened in 1890. In 1902 it was named in honour of the Bilbao musician Juan Cris&oacute;stomo Arriaga, known as the Spanish Mozart because of his talent.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <span><span>The Bilbao Guggenheim Museum has become the cultural and tourist driving force of the Basque Country. This spectacular building, built by Frank O. Gehry in 1997, is completely covered with titanium sheets. It houses its own private collection, in addition to sharing with New York and Venice the world&#39;s largest and most impressive private collection of modern and contemporary art.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;
07/01/2024 07/01/2024
Guernica

Guernica 07/01/2024

Travel to the Basque town of Guernica, infamously bombed by German and Italian air forces during the Spanish Civil War — and the subject of one of Picasso's most renowned paintings. Immerse yourself in culture and visit the open-air market where you'll find a variety of local specialties, from cheese to peppers to fish. Later in the day, take an informative walking tour through Bilbao and learn how to order Basque tapas, known locally as pintxos, and revered for their small size and big taste. (B),
07/01/2024 07/01/2024
Bilbao

Bilbao 07/02/2024

Take a deep dive into the contemporary art within the world-famous Guggenheim Museum, a work of art itself. Designed by architect Frank Gehry, the museum features a daring and innovative façade and showcases work by such artists as Andy Warhol, German artist Anselm Kiefer, and Basque masters Eduardo Chillida and Jorge Oteiza. Later in the day, transfer to San Sebastián and check into your hotel. In the evening, take a stroll through Old Town, the second-oldest neighborhood in the city, where distinctive architecture and pintxos bars beckon, made even more romantic by the evening light. (B),

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Bilbao: Full Day Excursion to San Sebastian
<p><strong><span>Visit the old quarter, the Basilica of Santa Mar&iacute;a, la Concha promenade, City Hall, Church of San Vicente, Plaza de la Constituci&oacute;n, Victoria Eugenia Theatre and the San Telmo museum with works of Goya, Ribera and el Greco.</span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>8 hours tour<br />&#x0D; Morning tour<br />&#x0D; No wheelchair<br />&#x0D; Light physical activity<br />&#x0D; Pick up and drop off at the Port&nbsp;</strong><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included:&nbsp;</strong></font><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Transportation by Deluxe Vehicle; Guided Tour; Entrance Fees</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included:&nbsp;</strong>Any meals or other services not specified</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>This city, also known as Donostia, lies along a white sandy bay between the Urgull and Igeldo hills. Fishermen&#39;s houses, a smart suburb and modern districts make it one of the most attractive cities on the Cantabrian coast. </span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>In the oldest part of San Sebasti&aacute;n, the churches of San Vicente and Santa Mar&iacute;a del Coro await you, the former Gothic and the latter Renaissance-Baroque. An old Dominican convent is nowadays the San Telmo Museum, whose archaeological and ethnographic collections, together with its paintings, are worth a leisurely visit. These busy streets lead you to the porticoed Plaza de la Constituci&oacute;n. Among its many balconies - numbered and painted white, betraying its origin as a bullring - stands the old Neoclassical City Hall, converted into the Municipal Library. </span></span><br />&#x0D; <span><span>La Alameda del Boulevard leads into the Romantic city, which emerged after the old walls were demolished. One the banks of the Urumea you can make out the Victoria Eugenia Theatre and the Mar&iacute;a Cristina Hotel, built in Neoplateresque style.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>La Concha Promenade is unquestionably one of San Sebasti&aacute;n&rsquo;s most characteristic features. It is a seaside promenade bordering the famous Concha Bay, shell-shaped as indicated by its name in Spanish, with two beaches</span></span><span><span>&nbsp;(Ondarreta and the Concha) and an island (Santa Clara)</span></span><span><span>. Added to its unbeatable views of the sea, this lively promenade makes its way past iconic buildings</span></span><span><span>&nbsp;like the Hotel Londres, the Palacio Miramar and the Perla Spa.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>What is today San Sebasti&aacute;n&#39;s City Hall was home to the city&rsquo;s Gran Casino from the time it was opened on 1st July 1897 until it was closed in 1924 with the prohibition of gambling. Its roulette tables and Dance Hall, currently the Plenary Hall, provided entertainment for politicians, writers and artists in the Belle Epoque period.&nbsp;</span></span></p>&#x0D;
Bilbao: Artistic Half Day City Tour
<strong><span>Visit the old city center located on the right bank of the river Nervi&oacute;n, the Cathedral of Santiago with beautiful gothic cloister, the Plaza Nueva, the Yohn Palace, Arriaga Theatre, and the incredible Guggenheim museum, designed by the north American architect Frank O. Gehry and built on a 32.500 m2 site in the city center. The building itself is an extraordinary combination of interconnecting shapes. Orthogonal blocks in limestone contrast with curved and bent forms covered in titanium.</span></strong><em><span> </span></em><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong><span><span><span><span>3 hours tour</span></span></span></span></strong><br />&#x0D; <strong><span><span><span><span><strong>Morning or afternoon tour</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>No wheelchair</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Light physical activity</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Pick up and drop off at the Port&nbsp;</strong></span></span></span></span></strong>&#x0D; <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included:&nbsp;</strong></font><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Guided Tour; Entrance Fees</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" sans="" source="" trebuchet=""><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included:&nbsp;</strong>Any meals, Taxis or other services not specified</font></p>&#x0D; <span><span>Bilbao&#39;s 700 years of history are present in buildings and constructions that will pleasantly surprise visitors. The historic quarter is listed as a Conservation Area and forms the best point of reference for understanding the city&#39;s history. It is an example of urban regeneration, with more than 400 shops of all kinds. The city centre is a showcase for the best of 20th century architecture, with buildings that have housed the most important firms and institutions of Bilbao for over a century. This impressive collection of buildings has been created by the best local architects of each period. </span></span><br />&#x0D; <span><span>But Bilbao has not finished being built: in addition to the genius of the local architects, the most prestigious foreign firms have contributed finished projects to the grandeur of the city, with some still in progress, by architects of the stature of Foster, Gehry, Calatrava, Isozaki, Pelli, and others.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <span><span>The Cathedral of Santiago, is the oldest building in Bilbao.This Gothic church was built on top of an old hermitage that dates back to the Santiago pilgrimages. The cathedral has three naves, covered with ribbed vaults. Although the building is essentially Gothic, the actual fa&ccedil;ade and the tower were built in the nineteenth century. The choir stalls and the cloister are exquisite with the latter ornately Gothic in style. The crypt was built in the old hermitage, and still has the hermitage&#39;s original walls. There are two doorways, one which is Renaissance in style and the other Neoclassical.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <span><span>The baroque Yohn Palace, known as &lsquo;The Bourse&rsquo;, has a beautiful carved lintel around the door, which is extremely rare in urban architecture in Bizkaia, and three interesting exterior walls, the one facing Santa Mar&iacute;a street being the most impressive.&nbsp;</span></span><br />&#x0D; <span><span>The Arriaga Theatre is a very beautiful building. Inspired in the Paris Opera, it was the work of the municipal architect Joaqu&iacute;n Rucoba and was opened in 1890. In 1902 it was named in honour of the Bilbao musician Juan Cris&oacute;stomo Arriaga, known as the Spanish Mozart because of his talent.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <span><span>The Bilbao Guggenheim Museum has become the cultural and tourist driving force of the Basque Country. This spectacular building, built by Frank O. Gehry in 1997, is completely covered with titanium sheets. It houses its own private collection, in addition to sharing with New York and Venice the world&#39;s largest and most impressive private collection of modern and contemporary art.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;
07/02/2024 07/02/2024
San Sebastian

San Sebastian 07/02/2024

Take a deep dive into the contemporary art within the world-famous Guggenheim Museum, a work of art itself. Designed by architect Frank Gehry, the museum features a daring and innovative façade and showcases work by such artists as Andy Warhol, German artist Anselm Kiefer, and Basque masters Eduardo Chillida and Jorge Oteiza. Later in the day, transfer to San Sebastián and check into your hotel. In the evening, take a stroll through Old Town, the second-oldest neighborhood in the city, where distinctive architecture and pintxos bars beckon, made even more romantic by the evening light. (B),
07/02/2024 07/02/2024
San Sebastian

San Sebastian 07/03/2024

Discover the charms of the "City by the Bay of Biscay". Known in the Basque language as Donostia, San Sebastián was once a prominent fishing village and was burned to the ground in 1813 after being occupied by Napoleonic troops. However, by 1887, after rebuilding, the city flourished as a popular tourist destination and spa resort. Later in the day, enjoy some free time in the city renowned for holding the second-highest number of Michelin stars per square meter. (B),
07/03/2024 07/03/2024
San Sebastian

San Sebastian 07/04/2024

Check out of your hotel and transfer to Bordeaux via the French Basque town of Bayonne. Later, embark the ship in Bordeaux for your Taste of Bordeaux cruise. (B,D), Embark the ship for your Taste of Bordeaux cruise. (D),
07/04/2024 07/04/2024
Bayonne, France

Bayonne, France 07/04/2024

Check out of your hotel and transfer to Bordeaux via the French Basque town of Bayonne. Later, embark the ship in Bordeaux for your Taste of Bordeaux cruise. (B,D), Embark the ship for your Taste of Bordeaux cruise. (D),
07/04/2024 07/04/2024
Cruise Starts (Embarkation)

Cruise Starts (Embarkation) 07/04/2024

Check out of your hotel and transfer to Bordeaux via the French Basque town of Bayonne. Later, embark the ship in Bordeaux for your Taste of Bordeaux cruise. (B,D), Embark the ship for your Taste of Bordeaux cruise. (D),
07/04/2024 07/04/2024
Bordeaux

Bordeaux 07/04/2024

Check out of your hotel and transfer to Bordeaux via the French Basque town of Bayonne. Later, embark the ship in Bordeaux for your Taste of Bordeaux cruise. (B,D), Embark the ship for your Taste of Bordeaux cruise. (D),

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Bordeaux - Gourmet tour - 8 hours
<div>&#x0D; <div><span><span><span><span>We invite you to enjoy a </span></span><span><span>gourmet guided tour of Bordeaux </span></span><span><span>which has been listed as a World Heritage Site by </span></span><span><span>Unesco in June 2007. </span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>&ldquo;The historic centre of Bordeaux forms an outstanding urban and architectural ensemble, created in the Age of Enlightenment, whose values continued up to the first half of the 20th century, with more protected buildings than any other French city, except Paris. It is also recognized for its historic role as a place of exchange of cultural values over more than 2,000 years, particularly since the 12th century due to commercial links with Britain and the Low Countries. </span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>From its medieval quarters to the Classical splendour of the Golden Age in the 18</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> Century, you will be able to discover a city emerging from a long face lift of over 5 years of work.</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>Our visit offers to combine historic discovery with regional and typical &quot;delicacies&quot; punctuated by three stops at specialized producers: </span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span>&bull;<span><span>Tasting of ewe cheese</span></span><span><span> with jam of cherries from Pyrenean mountains</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span>&bull;<span><span>Tasting of </span></span><span><span>&ldquo;</span></span><span><span>cannel&eacute;</span></span><span><span>&rdquo;</span></span><span><span> a very local sweet specialty at </span></span><span><span>Baillardran,</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span>&bull;<span><span>And of course a &quot;</span></span><span><span>wine tasting</span></span><span><span>&quot; in a bistro&hellip;</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: 8 hours</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible: NO</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> <u>Light</u></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <div><span><strong><u><span><span>Package includes&nbsp;</span></span></u></strong></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Transportation: pick up/drop off at the Port<br />&#x0D; - &nbsp;English speaking licensed driver guide with a deluxe car with AC at disposal&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- All entrance fees &amp; tasting</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- All tax and Vat&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><strong><u><span><span>Does not include&nbsp;</span></span></u></strong></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Lunch&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Gratuities&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Travel insurance and personal expenses&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><strong><u><span><span>Departure dates</span></span></u></strong><span><span>&nbsp;: all day , all year &nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span>Not available during French Bank Holiday</span></div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
Bordeaux - Cultural tour - 8 hours
<div>&#x0D; <div><span><span><span><span>&ldquo;The historic centre of Bordeaux forms an outstanding urban and architectural ensemble, created in the Age of Enlightenment, whose values continued up to the first half of the 20th century, with more protected buildings than any other French city, except Paris. It is also recognized for its historic role as a place of exchange of cultural values over more than 2,000 years, particularly since the 12th century due to commercial links with Britain and the Low Countries. </span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>From its medieval quarters to the Classical splendour of the Golden Age in the </span></span><span><span>18</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> Century, you will be able to discover a city emerging from a long face lift of over 5 years of work.&nbsp;</span></span></span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>The </span></span><span><span>futuristic tram network</span></span><span><span> established in 2005 is evidence of the dynamism of today&rsquo;s Bordeaux and the historic heart which has been given back to pedestrians, allow the visitors to discover the principal monuments illustrating the city&rsquo;s History: the </span></span><span><span>Palais</span></span><span> </span><span><span>Gallien</span></span><span><span> amphitheatre (</span></span><span><span>4</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> century), the Saint </span></span><span><span>Seurin</span></span><span><span> Basilica (</span></span><span><span>11</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> century foundations), the Saint Andr&eacute; Cathedral (</span></span><span><span>13</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> century), the Porte </span></span><span><span>Cailhau</span></span><span><span> and the &quot;Grosse Cloche&quot; (&quot;big bell&quot;, </span></span><span><span>15</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> century).&nbsp;</span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>The 18th century gave the city its outstanding &quot;</span></span><span><span>Grand Theatre</span></span><span><span>&quot;, a national opera house built in 1781, and the </span></span><span><span>All&eacute;es</span></span><span><span> de </span></span><span><span>Tourny, as well as the remarkable waterfront buildings and the Place de la Bourse (formerly the Place Royale), a quarter over 4 kilometres in length which serves as the backdrop for the port&rsquo;s trading activities.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration:8 hours</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> <u>NO</u><br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> <u>Light</u><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <div><strong><u><span><span><span>Package includes</span></span></span></u></strong></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Transportation: pick up/drop off at the Port</li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>English speaking licensed driver guide with a deluxe car with AC at disposal&nbsp;</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>All entrance fees</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>All tax and Vat&nbsp;</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <strong><u><span><span><span>Does not include&nbsp;</span></span></span></u></strong></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Lunch&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Gratuities&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Travel insurance and personal expenses&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <strong><u><span><span><span>Departure dates</span></span></span></u></strong><span><span><span>&nbsp;: all day , all year &nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><font face="arial, sans-serif">Not available on May 1st, January 01st &amp; December 25</font></div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
Bordeaux -Saint Emilion Wine Tour - 8 hours
<div>&#x0D; <div><span><span><span><span>In the morning</span></span><span><span>, departure with your English speaking driver guide to </span></span><span><span>Saint </span></span><span><span>Emilion</span></span><span><span>.</span></span></span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span><span>Surrounded by its vineyards, the city offers ancient ramparts, monuments and narrow streets. The village and the vineyards have been classed as a World Heritage Site by the </span></span><span><span>Unesco</span></span><span><span> in 1999.</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>&ldquo;Grape production was introduced into this fertile region of Aquitaine by the Romans and was intensified during the Middle Age. The area of </span></span><span><span>Saint-</span></span><span><span>&Eacute;milion</span></span><span><span> benefited from its position on the pilgrim route to Santiago de </span></span><span><span>Compostella</span></span><span><span> and several churches, monasteries and hospices were built there from the </span></span><span><span>XIth</span></span><span><span> century onwards. It was granted its own jurisdictional status during the period of English rule in the </span></span><span><span>XIIth</span></span><span><span> century. This is an exceptional landscape entirely given over to grape-production and whose towns and villages are home to outstanding historic monuments.&rdquo; (</span></span><span><span>Unesco</span></span><span><span> Cit.) </span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>Centuries after the Latin poet </span></span><span><span>Ausonius</span></span><span><span>, the hermit </span></span><span><span>Emilion</span></span><span><span> found here peace and tranquility, which were necessary for his meditation. He discovered a grotto watered by a natural spring in the rocky centre of what is now the town bearing his name, where he lived until his death.</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>Private guided tour</span></span><span><span> of the principal sights of the medieval town: the </span></span><span><span>Emilion</span></span><span><span> Hermitage, the Tour du Roy built in the </span></span><span><span>13</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> century by Richard the Lion heart, the collegiate church and its </span></span><span><span>14</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> century cloister and, above all, the exceptional monolithic church and its catacombs dug out of the limestone cliff between the </span></span><span><span>9</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> and the </span></span><span><span>11</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> centuries. Its 38 metre span makes it the largest such church in Europe.</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>Lunch will take place at a restaurant located in the city.</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>In the afternoon, visit with wine tasting</span></span><span><span> at </span></span><span><span>a Grand Cru </span></span><span><span>Class&eacute;</span></span><span><span> Saint </span></span><span><span>Emilion</span></span><span><span>.</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration:8 hours</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> <u>No</u><br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> <u>Light,&nbsp;</u></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <div><strong><u><span><span><span>Package Includes&nbsp;</span></span></span></u></strong></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Transportation: pick up/drop off at the Port</li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>English speaking licensed driver guide with a deluxe car with AC at disposal&nbsp;</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>All entrance fees &amp; tasting</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>All tax and Vat&nbsp;</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <strong><u><span><span><span>Does not include&nbsp;</span></span></span></u></strong></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Lunch</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Gratuities&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Travel insurance and personal expenses&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <strong><u><span><span><span>Departure dates</span></span></span></u></strong><span><span><span>&nbsp;: all day , all year &nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>May&nbsp;1st&nbsp;- due to French law, cost double and most of the Wine estate are close&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
Bordeaux - A Wine, a Vintage, a Tasting… - 8 hours
<div>&#x0D; <p><span><span><span>&nbsp;A Wine, a Vintage, a Tasting&hellip; </span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>Taste and identify the differences between the great Bordeaux wines, according to the vintage&hellip;</span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>Wine experts give a great importance to Vintages. Why is it so important? How to recognize the quality of the vintage? How to guess the vintage? Should we agree or is it a matter of taste? Let us taste 4 vintages from the same wine property and comment. The expert guides you and shares his knowledge while you comment and learn tricks of the trade.</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><u><span>Ch&acirc;teau Grand Vertical Tasting Workshop</span></u></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span>The privilege of tasting 6 great vintages dating back&nbsp;</span><span>as far as 20 years:</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>&bull; Ch&acirc;teau de Ferrand 1988 &amp; 1989</span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>&bull; Ch&acirc;teau de Ferrand 1998 &amp; 1999</span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>&bull; Ch&acirc;teau de Ferrand 2008 &amp; 2009</span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>This workshop includes a private tour, an initiation into aromas, a tasting of 6 vintages, and a food/wine pairing with our &ldquo;Assiette Gourmande&rdquo;.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <u>Schedule:&nbsp;</u></span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>09:00am - Departure from the harbor of Bordeaux </span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>10:00am - First winery tour such as Ch&acirc;teau Faug&egrave;res </span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>11:30am - Discover the enchanting medieval village of Saint-Emilion, classified by Unesco in 1999. A luminous, ochre-colored jewel built of limestone and Roman roof tiles, it is perched on a plateau and completely surrounded by a sea of vineyards.</span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>The steep and narrow cobblestone streets are lined with remnants of monasteries and convents dating from the 11th to 18th centuries that tell the story of the village. A Unesco World Heritage-inspired scavenger hunt will bring you face to face with the art, wine and stunning landscapes of Saint-Emilion. </span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>12:30pm to 02:00pm - Time to stroll and have lunch</span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>02:30 pm - Wine tasting at Chateau&nbsp; La Dominique </span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div>&#x0D; <p><span><span><span>05:00pm - End of the tour</span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: 8 hours</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> <u>NO</u><br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> <u>Light,</u></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><br />&#x0D; <span><span><u><span>Package price includes</span></u></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Transportation: Pick up/drop off at the Port</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>Day Tour: English speaking driver guide with sedan deluxe car</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>2 winery visits and vertical workshop</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
Bordeaux - About Grape Varietals… - 8 hours
<div>&#x0D; <div><span><span><span>Several possibilities based on the theme of grape varietals, be it wine tastings or, practical activities. The great Bordeaux wines will no longer hold any secrets for you.&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>It&#39;s possible to have this activity in any Bordeaux wine appellation!</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>Wine tasting:&nbsp; Merlot or Cabernet? </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>There are 2 major top grape varieties in Bordeaux:&nbsp; Cabernet Sauvignon produces Ch. Mouton Rothschild and Merlot P&eacute;trus. Each grape variety taste very different. The terroir and the work carried out by Man can exalt each grape and create amazing Bordeaux wines. During the blind tasting find out which grape has been used in the wine before or after its oak ageing. Merlot or Cabernet?&nbsp; </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>Theory put in practice:<br />&#x0D; <strong>Blending is an art</strong></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>Several grape varieties tasting different are available to the wine maker. He/she is an artist making rational or subjective choices in order to elaborate a great wine. Be the wine maker and create your own cuv&eacute;e but explain your logic first. Does it match? Each group forms a team.&nbsp; </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><strong><span><span>Wine taster &amp; Expert</span></span></strong></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>Learn how to taste wines like a professional with fun. You also learn about the tricks of the trade. Words like single variety, futures, blended wines, bottled wine and ageing wine will have no more secrets for you. While tasting several wines, you may recognize which wine and term match together.&nbsp;</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>09:00 am - Departure from the harbor of Bordeaux </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>10:00 am - First winery tour </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>12:30pm to 02:00 pm - Time to stroll and have lunch </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>02:30 pm - Wine tasting separate grapes varieties and then have a blending session </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>05:00pm - End of the tour</span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: 8 hours&nbsp;</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> <u>NO</u><br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> <u>Light,</u></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <div><u><span><span><span>Package price includes</span></span></span></u></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Transportation: pick up/drop off at the Port</li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>English speaking driver guide with sedan deluxe car</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>2 winery visits</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>Blending sessions</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
Bordeaux - Wine Architecture in Saint-Emilion - 8 hours
<div>&#x0D; <div><span><span><span>Modern Temples of Bacchus</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>To wine lovers everywhere, the grand vintages of the Bordeaux region of France have long been regarded as the true pinnacle of excellence.</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>The methods and philosophies used in their production have by and large remained true to the old traditions; modern technology however has undeniably played an ever-more important role in recent years.</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>To add even more significance to this glorious culture of the grape, if that was possible, the past&nbsp; decade has seen some of Europe&rsquo;s most highly-acclaimed and imaginative architects taking time off from their ground-breaking and spectacular major urban projects to contribute their innovative designs to the cellars and vat rooms of some of the region&rsquo;s top ch&acirc;teaux.</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>Discover Architectures / Understand Classification/Discover techniques of wine making and appreciate wine tastings! </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>09:00 am - Departure from the harbor of Bordeaux </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>10:00 am - First winery tour such as Ch&acirc;teau Faug&egrave;res&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>11:30&nbsp;&nbsp; am - Discover the enchanting medieval village of Saint-Emilion, classified by Unesco in 1999. A luminous, ochre-colored jewel built of limestone and Roman roof tiles, it&rsquo;s perched on a plateau and completely surrounded by a sea of vineyards.</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>The steep and narrow cobblestone streets are lined with remnants of monasteries and convents dating from the 11th to 18th centuries that tell the story of the village. A Unesco World Heritage-inspired scavenger hunt will bring you face to face with the art, wine and stunning landscapes of Saint-Emilion. </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>12:30pm to 02:00 pm - Time to stroll and have lunch</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>02:30 pm - Wine tasting Chateau La Dominique </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>05:00pm - End of the tour</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: 8 hours</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> <u>&nbsp;no</u><br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> <u>Light,</u>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <u><span><span><span>Package price includes&nbsp;</span></span></span></u></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Transportation: pick up/drop off at the Port</li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>English speaking driver guide with sedan deluxe car</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>2 winery visits</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>Monument tour in Saint-Emilion</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
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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, enjoy a Grand Cru Classé wine tasting at either Château de Ferrand or Château de Pressac. Alternatively, you can enjoy an excursion to Saint-Émilion solely to discover more of the small historic town. If you prefer a more active adventure, pedal through the vineyard-rich countryside to Saint-Émilion and then to Château Soutard for a Grand Cru Classé wine tasting. You can also choose to tour the magnificent Château de Vayres, one of the most prestigious historic buildings of Aquitaine. (B,L,D),

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Bordeaux - Gourmet tour - 8 hours
<div>&#x0D; <div><span><span><span><span>We invite you to enjoy a </span></span><span><span>gourmet guided tour of Bordeaux </span></span><span><span>which has been listed as a World Heritage Site by </span></span><span><span>Unesco in June 2007. </span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>&ldquo;The historic centre of Bordeaux forms an outstanding urban and architectural ensemble, created in the Age of Enlightenment, whose values continued up to the first half of the 20th century, with more protected buildings than any other French city, except Paris. It is also recognized for its historic role as a place of exchange of cultural values over more than 2,000 years, particularly since the 12th century due to commercial links with Britain and the Low Countries. </span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>From its medieval quarters to the Classical splendour of the Golden Age in the 18</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> Century, you will be able to discover a city emerging from a long face lift of over 5 years of work.</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>Our visit offers to combine historic discovery with regional and typical &quot;delicacies&quot; punctuated by three stops at specialized producers: </span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span>&bull;<span><span>Tasting of ewe cheese</span></span><span><span> with jam of cherries from Pyrenean mountains</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span>&bull;<span><span>Tasting of </span></span><span><span>&ldquo;</span></span><span><span>cannel&eacute;</span></span><span><span>&rdquo;</span></span><span><span> a very local sweet specialty at </span></span><span><span>Baillardran,</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span>&bull;<span><span>And of course a &quot;</span></span><span><span>wine tasting</span></span><span><span>&quot; in a bistro&hellip;</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: 8 hours</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible: NO</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> <u>Light</u></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <div><span><strong><u><span><span>Package includes&nbsp;</span></span></u></strong></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Transportation: pick up/drop off at the Port<br />&#x0D; - &nbsp;English speaking licensed driver guide with a deluxe car with AC at disposal&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- All entrance fees &amp; tasting</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- All tax and Vat&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><strong><u><span><span>Does not include&nbsp;</span></span></u></strong></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Lunch&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Gratuities&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Travel insurance and personal expenses&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><strong><u><span><span>Departure dates</span></span></u></strong><span><span>&nbsp;: all day , all year &nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span>Not available during French Bank Holiday</span></div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
Bordeaux - Cultural tour - 8 hours
<div>&#x0D; <div><span><span><span><span>&ldquo;The historic centre of Bordeaux forms an outstanding urban and architectural ensemble, created in the Age of Enlightenment, whose values continued up to the first half of the 20th century, with more protected buildings than any other French city, except Paris. It is also recognized for its historic role as a place of exchange of cultural values over more than 2,000 years, particularly since the 12th century due to commercial links with Britain and the Low Countries. </span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>From its medieval quarters to the Classical splendour of the Golden Age in the </span></span><span><span>18</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> Century, you will be able to discover a city emerging from a long face lift of over 5 years of work.&nbsp;</span></span></span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>The </span></span><span><span>futuristic tram network</span></span><span><span> established in 2005 is evidence of the dynamism of today&rsquo;s Bordeaux and the historic heart which has been given back to pedestrians, allow the visitors to discover the principal monuments illustrating the city&rsquo;s History: the </span></span><span><span>Palais</span></span><span> </span><span><span>Gallien</span></span><span><span> amphitheatre (</span></span><span><span>4</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> century), the Saint </span></span><span><span>Seurin</span></span><span><span> Basilica (</span></span><span><span>11</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> century foundations), the Saint Andr&eacute; Cathedral (</span></span><span><span>13</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> century), the Porte </span></span><span><span>Cailhau</span></span><span><span> and the &quot;Grosse Cloche&quot; (&quot;big bell&quot;, </span></span><span><span>15</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> century).&nbsp;</span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>The 18th century gave the city its outstanding &quot;</span></span><span><span>Grand Theatre</span></span><span><span>&quot;, a national opera house built in 1781, and the </span></span><span><span>All&eacute;es</span></span><span><span> de </span></span><span><span>Tourny, as well as the remarkable waterfront buildings and the Place de la Bourse (formerly the Place Royale), a quarter over 4 kilometres in length which serves as the backdrop for the port&rsquo;s trading activities.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration:8 hours</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> <u>NO</u><br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> <u>Light</u><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <div><strong><u><span><span><span>Package includes</span></span></span></u></strong></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Transportation: pick up/drop off at the Port</li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>English speaking licensed driver guide with a deluxe car with AC at disposal&nbsp;</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>All entrance fees</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>All tax and Vat&nbsp;</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <strong><u><span><span><span>Does not include&nbsp;</span></span></span></u></strong></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Lunch&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Gratuities&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Travel insurance and personal expenses&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <strong><u><span><span><span>Departure dates</span></span></span></u></strong><span><span><span>&nbsp;: all day , all year &nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><font face="arial, sans-serif">Not available on May 1st, January 01st &amp; December 25</font></div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
Bordeaux -Saint Emilion Wine Tour - 8 hours
<div>&#x0D; <div><span><span><span><span>In the morning</span></span><span><span>, departure with your English speaking driver guide to </span></span><span><span>Saint </span></span><span><span>Emilion</span></span><span><span>.</span></span></span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span><span>Surrounded by its vineyards, the city offers ancient ramparts, monuments and narrow streets. The village and the vineyards have been classed as a World Heritage Site by the </span></span><span><span>Unesco</span></span><span><span> in 1999.</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>&ldquo;Grape production was introduced into this fertile region of Aquitaine by the Romans and was intensified during the Middle Age. The area of </span></span><span><span>Saint-</span></span><span><span>&Eacute;milion</span></span><span><span> benefited from its position on the pilgrim route to Santiago de </span></span><span><span>Compostella</span></span><span><span> and several churches, monasteries and hospices were built there from the </span></span><span><span>XIth</span></span><span><span> century onwards. It was granted its own jurisdictional status during the period of English rule in the </span></span><span><span>XIIth</span></span><span><span> century. This is an exceptional landscape entirely given over to grape-production and whose towns and villages are home to outstanding historic monuments.&rdquo; (</span></span><span><span>Unesco</span></span><span><span> Cit.) </span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>Centuries after the Latin poet </span></span><span><span>Ausonius</span></span><span><span>, the hermit </span></span><span><span>Emilion</span></span><span><span> found here peace and tranquility, which were necessary for his meditation. He discovered a grotto watered by a natural spring in the rocky centre of what is now the town bearing his name, where he lived until his death.</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>Private guided tour</span></span><span><span> of the principal sights of the medieval town: the </span></span><span><span>Emilion</span></span><span><span> Hermitage, the Tour du Roy built in the </span></span><span><span>13</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> century by Richard the Lion heart, the collegiate church and its </span></span><span><span>14</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> century cloister and, above all, the exceptional monolithic church and its catacombs dug out of the limestone cliff between the </span></span><span><span>9</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> and the </span></span><span><span>11</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> centuries. Its 38 metre span makes it the largest such church in Europe.</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>Lunch will take place at a restaurant located in the city.</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>In the afternoon, visit with wine tasting</span></span><span><span> at </span></span><span><span>a Grand Cru </span></span><span><span>Class&eacute;</span></span><span><span> Saint </span></span><span><span>Emilion</span></span><span><span>.</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration:8 hours</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> <u>No</u><br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> <u>Light,&nbsp;</u></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <div><strong><u><span><span><span>Package Includes&nbsp;</span></span></span></u></strong></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Transportation: pick up/drop off at the Port</li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>English speaking licensed driver guide with a deluxe car with AC at disposal&nbsp;</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>All entrance fees &amp; tasting</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>All tax and Vat&nbsp;</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <strong><u><span><span><span>Does not include&nbsp;</span></span></span></u></strong></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Lunch</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Gratuities&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Travel insurance and personal expenses&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <strong><u><span><span><span>Departure dates</span></span></span></u></strong><span><span><span>&nbsp;: all day , all year &nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>May&nbsp;1st&nbsp;- due to French law, cost double and most of the Wine estate are close&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
Bordeaux - A Wine, a Vintage, a Tasting… - 8 hours
<div>&#x0D; <p><span><span><span>&nbsp;A Wine, a Vintage, a Tasting&hellip; </span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>Taste and identify the differences between the great Bordeaux wines, according to the vintage&hellip;</span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>Wine experts give a great importance to Vintages. Why is it so important? How to recognize the quality of the vintage? How to guess the vintage? Should we agree or is it a matter of taste? Let us taste 4 vintages from the same wine property and comment. The expert guides you and shares his knowledge while you comment and learn tricks of the trade.</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><u><span>Ch&acirc;teau Grand Vertical Tasting Workshop</span></u></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span>The privilege of tasting 6 great vintages dating back&nbsp;</span><span>as far as 20 years:</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>&bull; Ch&acirc;teau de Ferrand 1988 &amp; 1989</span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>&bull; Ch&acirc;teau de Ferrand 1998 &amp; 1999</span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>&bull; Ch&acirc;teau de Ferrand 2008 &amp; 2009</span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>This workshop includes a private tour, an initiation into aromas, a tasting of 6 vintages, and a food/wine pairing with our &ldquo;Assiette Gourmande&rdquo;.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <u>Schedule:&nbsp;</u></span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>09:00am - Departure from the harbor of Bordeaux </span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>10:00am - First winery tour such as Ch&acirc;teau Faug&egrave;res </span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>11:30am - Discover the enchanting medieval village of Saint-Emilion, classified by Unesco in 1999. A luminous, ochre-colored jewel built of limestone and Roman roof tiles, it is perched on a plateau and completely surrounded by a sea of vineyards.</span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>The steep and narrow cobblestone streets are lined with remnants of monasteries and convents dating from the 11th to 18th centuries that tell the story of the village. A Unesco World Heritage-inspired scavenger hunt will bring you face to face with the art, wine and stunning landscapes of Saint-Emilion. </span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>12:30pm to 02:00pm - Time to stroll and have lunch</span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>02:30 pm - Wine tasting at Chateau&nbsp; La Dominique </span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div>&#x0D; <p><span><span><span>05:00pm - End of the tour</span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: 8 hours</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> <u>NO</u><br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> <u>Light,</u></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><br />&#x0D; <span><span><u><span>Package price includes</span></u></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Transportation: Pick up/drop off at the Port</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>Day Tour: English speaking driver guide with sedan deluxe car</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>2 winery visits and vertical workshop</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
Bordeaux - About Grape Varietals… - 8 hours
<div>&#x0D; <div><span><span><span>Several possibilities based on the theme of grape varietals, be it wine tastings or, practical activities. The great Bordeaux wines will no longer hold any secrets for you.&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>It&#39;s possible to have this activity in any Bordeaux wine appellation!</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>Wine tasting:&nbsp; Merlot or Cabernet? </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>There are 2 major top grape varieties in Bordeaux:&nbsp; Cabernet Sauvignon produces Ch. Mouton Rothschild and Merlot P&eacute;trus. Each grape variety taste very different. The terroir and the work carried out by Man can exalt each grape and create amazing Bordeaux wines. During the blind tasting find out which grape has been used in the wine before or after its oak ageing. Merlot or Cabernet?&nbsp; </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>Theory put in practice:<br />&#x0D; <strong>Blending is an art</strong></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>Several grape varieties tasting different are available to the wine maker. He/she is an artist making rational or subjective choices in order to elaborate a great wine. Be the wine maker and create your own cuv&eacute;e but explain your logic first. Does it match? Each group forms a team.&nbsp; </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><strong><span><span>Wine taster &amp; Expert</span></span></strong></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>Learn how to taste wines like a professional with fun. You also learn about the tricks of the trade. Words like single variety, futures, blended wines, bottled wine and ageing wine will have no more secrets for you. While tasting several wines, you may recognize which wine and term match together.&nbsp;</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>09:00 am - Departure from the harbor of Bordeaux </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>10:00 am - First winery tour </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>12:30pm to 02:00 pm - Time to stroll and have lunch </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>02:30 pm - Wine tasting separate grapes varieties and then have a blending session </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>05:00pm - End of the tour</span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: 8 hours&nbsp;</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> <u>NO</u><br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> <u>Light,</u></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <div><u><span><span><span>Package price includes</span></span></span></u></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Transportation: pick up/drop off at the Port</li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>English speaking driver guide with sedan deluxe car</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>2 winery visits</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>Blending sessions</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
Bordeaux - Wine Architecture in Saint-Emilion - 8 hours
<div>&#x0D; <div><span><span><span>Modern Temples of Bacchus</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>To wine lovers everywhere, the grand vintages of the Bordeaux region of France have long been regarded as the true pinnacle of excellence.</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>The methods and philosophies used in their production have by and large remained true to the old traditions; modern technology however has undeniably played an ever-more important role in recent years.</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>To add even more significance to this glorious culture of the grape, if that was possible, the past&nbsp; decade has seen some of Europe&rsquo;s most highly-acclaimed and imaginative architects taking time off from their ground-breaking and spectacular major urban projects to contribute their innovative designs to the cellars and vat rooms of some of the region&rsquo;s top ch&acirc;teaux.</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>Discover Architectures / Understand Classification/Discover techniques of wine making and appreciate wine tastings! </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>09:00 am - Departure from the harbor of Bordeaux </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>10:00 am - First winery tour such as Ch&acirc;teau Faug&egrave;res&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>11:30&nbsp;&nbsp; am - Discover the enchanting medieval village of Saint-Emilion, classified by Unesco in 1999. A luminous, ochre-colored jewel built of limestone and Roman roof tiles, it&rsquo;s perched on a plateau and completely surrounded by a sea of vineyards.</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>The steep and narrow cobblestone streets are lined with remnants of monasteries and convents dating from the 11th to 18th centuries that tell the story of the village. A Unesco World Heritage-inspired scavenger hunt will bring you face to face with the art, wine and stunning landscapes of Saint-Emilion. </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>12:30pm to 02:00 pm - Time to stroll and have lunch</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>02:30 pm - Wine tasting Chateau La Dominique </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>05:00pm - End of the tour</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: 8 hours</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> <u>&nbsp;no</u><br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> <u>Light,</u>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <u><span><span><span>Package price includes&nbsp;</span></span></span></u></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Transportation: pick up/drop off at the Port</li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>English speaking driver guide with sedan deluxe car</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>2 winery visits</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>Monument tour in Saint-Emilion</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
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Libourne

Libourne 07/05/2024

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, enjoy a Grand Cru Classé wine tasting at either Château de Ferrand or Château de Pressac. Alternatively, you can enjoy an excursion to Saint-Émilion solely to discover more of the small historic town. If you prefer a more active adventure, pedal through the vineyard-rich countryside to Saint-Émilion and then to Château Soutard for a Grand Cru Classé wine tasting. You can also choose to tour the magnificent Château de Vayres, one of the most prestigious historic buildings of Aquitaine. (B,L,D),
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Libourne

Libourne 07/06/2024

The Libourne wine region, including Saint-Émilion, Pomerol, and Fronsac, is one of the major cradles of viticulture in the Bordeaux area, dating back to Gallo-Roman times. The first vines were planted in Fronsac two thousand years ago. In the 18th century, the wines of Fronsac enjoyed the best reputation in the Libourne region, selling for higher prices than their neighbors in Saint-Émilion and Pomerol. Today, Fronsac includes several beautiful wine estates such as Château de La Dauphine, Château de La Rivière, and Château Gaby. Here, you will visit a cellar and taste local wines from one estate. (B,L,D),
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Blaye

Blaye 07/07/2024

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 around Blaye. Later in the day, you can choose to bike from Blaye through the idyllic French countryside to Bourg. 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. (B,L,D),
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Bourg-en-Bresse

Bourg-en-Bresse 07/07/2024

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 around Blaye. Later in the day, you can choose to bike from Blaye through the idyllic French countryside to Bourg. 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. (B,L,D),
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Fort Medoc

Fort Medoc 07/08/2024

Pauillac, a lovely village on the Left 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 Gruaud-Larose or Château Léoville Poyferré for a tasting of Grand Cru wines. Alternatively, you can visit Château 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. (B,L,D),
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Cadillac

Cadillac 07/09/2024

Visit the impressive Castle of Roquetaillade, an amazingly preserved masterpiece of medieval military architecture owned by the same noble family for 700 years and travel to the Sauternes wine region to either Château de Rayne Vigneau or Château Guiraud to taste the highly prized golden-hued sweet wines produced here. For those wishing to explore more of the history on the decadent castles, you can enjoy a visit to the Roquetaillade castle and Cadillac castle. Or, pedal through the charming town of Cadillac for a guided bike tour. (B,L,D),
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Chateau de Roquetaillade

Chateau de Roquetaillade 07/09/2024

Visit the impressive Castle of Roquetaillade, an amazingly preserved masterpiece of medieval military architecture owned by the same noble family for 700 years and travel to the Sauternes wine region to either Château de Rayne Vigneau or Château Guiraud to taste the highly prized golden-hued sweet wines produced here. For those wishing to explore more of the history on the decadent castles, you can enjoy a visit to the Roquetaillade castle and Cadillac castle. Or, pedal through the charming town of Cadillac for a guided bike tour. (B,L,D),
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Chateau de Rayne Vigneau

Chateau de Rayne Vigneau 07/09/2024

Visit the impressive Castle of Roquetaillade, an amazingly preserved masterpiece of medieval military architecture owned by the same noble family for 700 years and travel to the Sauternes wine region to either Château de Rayne Vigneau or Château Guiraud to taste the highly prized golden-hued sweet wines produced here. For those wishing to explore more of the history on the decadent castles, you can enjoy a visit to the Roquetaillade castle and Cadillac castle. Or, pedal through the charming town of Cadillac for a guided bike tour. (B,L,D),
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Bordeaux

Bordeaux 07/10/2024

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 famed indoor Les Halles de Bacalan market for a tasting of local specialties to please the palate. Bike enthusiasts will wish to join a tour along the city's amazing network of bicycle paths. Depending on your interests, you have a choice from three excursions in the afternoon. Enjoy a visit to the immersive and interactive Bordeaux Wine Museum, housed in an awe-inspiring building. Alternatively, be treated to a spectacular sound and light show, Les Bassins de Lumières. Or, explore the enriching city of Bordeaux at your own leisure. 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),

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Bordeaux - Gourmet tour - 8 hours
<div>&#x0D; <div><span><span><span><span>We invite you to enjoy a </span></span><span><span>gourmet guided tour of Bordeaux </span></span><span><span>which has been listed as a World Heritage Site by </span></span><span><span>Unesco in June 2007. </span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>&ldquo;The historic centre of Bordeaux forms an outstanding urban and architectural ensemble, created in the Age of Enlightenment, whose values continued up to the first half of the 20th century, with more protected buildings than any other French city, except Paris. It is also recognized for its historic role as a place of exchange of cultural values over more than 2,000 years, particularly since the 12th century due to commercial links with Britain and the Low Countries. </span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>From its medieval quarters to the Classical splendour of the Golden Age in the 18</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> Century, you will be able to discover a city emerging from a long face lift of over 5 years of work.</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>Our visit offers to combine historic discovery with regional and typical &quot;delicacies&quot; punctuated by three stops at specialized producers: </span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span>&bull;<span><span>Tasting of ewe cheese</span></span><span><span> with jam of cherries from Pyrenean mountains</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span>&bull;<span><span>Tasting of </span></span><span><span>&ldquo;</span></span><span><span>cannel&eacute;</span></span><span><span>&rdquo;</span></span><span><span> a very local sweet specialty at </span></span><span><span>Baillardran,</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span>&bull;<span><span>And of course a &quot;</span></span><span><span>wine tasting</span></span><span><span>&quot; in a bistro&hellip;</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: 8 hours</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible: NO</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> <u>Light</u></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <div><span><strong><u><span><span>Package includes&nbsp;</span></span></u></strong></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Transportation: pick up/drop off at the Port<br />&#x0D; - &nbsp;English speaking licensed driver guide with a deluxe car with AC at disposal&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- All entrance fees &amp; tasting</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- All tax and Vat&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><strong><u><span><span>Does not include&nbsp;</span></span></u></strong></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Lunch&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Gratuities&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Travel insurance and personal expenses&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><strong><u><span><span>Departure dates</span></span></u></strong><span><span>&nbsp;: all day , all year &nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span>Not available during French Bank Holiday</span></div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
Bordeaux - Cultural tour - 8 hours
<div>&#x0D; <div><span><span><span><span>&ldquo;The historic centre of Bordeaux forms an outstanding urban and architectural ensemble, created in the Age of Enlightenment, whose values continued up to the first half of the 20th century, with more protected buildings than any other French city, except Paris. It is also recognized for its historic role as a place of exchange of cultural values over more than 2,000 years, particularly since the 12th century due to commercial links with Britain and the Low Countries. </span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>From its medieval quarters to the Classical splendour of the Golden Age in the </span></span><span><span>18</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> Century, you will be able to discover a city emerging from a long face lift of over 5 years of work.&nbsp;</span></span></span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>The </span></span><span><span>futuristic tram network</span></span><span><span> established in 2005 is evidence of the dynamism of today&rsquo;s Bordeaux and the historic heart which has been given back to pedestrians, allow the visitors to discover the principal monuments illustrating the city&rsquo;s History: the </span></span><span><span>Palais</span></span><span> </span><span><span>Gallien</span></span><span><span> amphitheatre (</span></span><span><span>4</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> century), the Saint </span></span><span><span>Seurin</span></span><span><span> Basilica (</span></span><span><span>11</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> century foundations), the Saint Andr&eacute; Cathedral (</span></span><span><span>13</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> century), the Porte </span></span><span><span>Cailhau</span></span><span><span> and the &quot;Grosse Cloche&quot; (&quot;big bell&quot;, </span></span><span><span>15</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> century).&nbsp;</span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>The 18th century gave the city its outstanding &quot;</span></span><span><span>Grand Theatre</span></span><span><span>&quot;, a national opera house built in 1781, and the </span></span><span><span>All&eacute;es</span></span><span><span> de </span></span><span><span>Tourny, as well as the remarkable waterfront buildings and the Place de la Bourse (formerly the Place Royale), a quarter over 4 kilometres in length which serves as the backdrop for the port&rsquo;s trading activities.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration:8 hours</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> <u>NO</u><br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> <u>Light</u><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <div><strong><u><span><span><span>Package includes</span></span></span></u></strong></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Transportation: pick up/drop off at the Port</li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>English speaking licensed driver guide with a deluxe car with AC at disposal&nbsp;</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>All entrance fees</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>All tax and Vat&nbsp;</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <strong><u><span><span><span>Does not include&nbsp;</span></span></span></u></strong></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Lunch&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Gratuities&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Travel insurance and personal expenses&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <strong><u><span><span><span>Departure dates</span></span></span></u></strong><span><span><span>&nbsp;: all day , all year &nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><font face="arial, sans-serif">Not available on May 1st, January 01st &amp; December 25</font></div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
Bordeaux -Saint Emilion Wine Tour - 8 hours
<div>&#x0D; <div><span><span><span><span>In the morning</span></span><span><span>, departure with your English speaking driver guide to </span></span><span><span>Saint </span></span><span><span>Emilion</span></span><span><span>.</span></span></span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span><span>Surrounded by its vineyards, the city offers ancient ramparts, monuments and narrow streets. The village and the vineyards have been classed as a World Heritage Site by the </span></span><span><span>Unesco</span></span><span><span> in 1999.</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>&ldquo;Grape production was introduced into this fertile region of Aquitaine by the Romans and was intensified during the Middle Age. The area of </span></span><span><span>Saint-</span></span><span><span>&Eacute;milion</span></span><span><span> benefited from its position on the pilgrim route to Santiago de </span></span><span><span>Compostella</span></span><span><span> and several churches, monasteries and hospices were built there from the </span></span><span><span>XIth</span></span><span><span> century onwards. It was granted its own jurisdictional status during the period of English rule in the </span></span><span><span>XIIth</span></span><span><span> century. This is an exceptional landscape entirely given over to grape-production and whose towns and villages are home to outstanding historic monuments.&rdquo; (</span></span><span><span>Unesco</span></span><span><span> Cit.) </span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>Centuries after the Latin poet </span></span><span><span>Ausonius</span></span><span><span>, the hermit </span></span><span><span>Emilion</span></span><span><span> found here peace and tranquility, which were necessary for his meditation. He discovered a grotto watered by a natural spring in the rocky centre of what is now the town bearing his name, where he lived until his death.</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>Private guided tour</span></span><span><span> of the principal sights of the medieval town: the </span></span><span><span>Emilion</span></span><span><span> Hermitage, the Tour du Roy built in the </span></span><span><span>13</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> century by Richard the Lion heart, the collegiate church and its </span></span><span><span>14</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> century cloister and, above all, the exceptional monolithic church and its catacombs dug out of the limestone cliff between the </span></span><span><span>9</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> and the </span></span><span><span>11</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> centuries. Its 38 metre span makes it the largest such church in Europe.</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>Lunch will take place at a restaurant located in the city.</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>In the afternoon, visit with wine tasting</span></span><span><span> at </span></span><span><span>a Grand Cru </span></span><span><span>Class&eacute;</span></span><span><span> Saint </span></span><span><span>Emilion</span></span><span><span>.</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration:8 hours</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> <u>No</u><br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> <u>Light,&nbsp;</u></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <div><strong><u><span><span><span>Package Includes&nbsp;</span></span></span></u></strong></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Transportation: pick up/drop off at the Port</li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>English speaking licensed driver guide with a deluxe car with AC at disposal&nbsp;</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>All entrance fees &amp; tasting</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>All tax and Vat&nbsp;</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <strong><u><span><span><span>Does not include&nbsp;</span></span></span></u></strong></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Lunch</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Gratuities&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Travel insurance and personal expenses&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <strong><u><span><span><span>Departure dates</span></span></span></u></strong><span><span><span>&nbsp;: all day , all year &nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>May&nbsp;1st&nbsp;- due to French law, cost double and most of the Wine estate are close&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
Bordeaux - A Wine, a Vintage, a Tasting… - 8 hours
<div>&#x0D; <p><span><span><span>&nbsp;A Wine, a Vintage, a Tasting&hellip; </span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>Taste and identify the differences between the great Bordeaux wines, according to the vintage&hellip;</span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>Wine experts give a great importance to Vintages. Why is it so important? How to recognize the quality of the vintage? How to guess the vintage? Should we agree or is it a matter of taste? Let us taste 4 vintages from the same wine property and comment. The expert guides you and shares his knowledge while you comment and learn tricks of the trade.</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><u><span>Ch&acirc;teau Grand Vertical Tasting Workshop</span></u></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span>The privilege of tasting 6 great vintages dating back&nbsp;</span><span>as far as 20 years:</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>&bull; Ch&acirc;teau de Ferrand 1988 &amp; 1989</span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>&bull; Ch&acirc;teau de Ferrand 1998 &amp; 1999</span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>&bull; Ch&acirc;teau de Ferrand 2008 &amp; 2009</span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>This workshop includes a private tour, an initiation into aromas, a tasting of 6 vintages, and a food/wine pairing with our &ldquo;Assiette Gourmande&rdquo;.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <u>Schedule:&nbsp;</u></span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>09:00am - Departure from the harbor of Bordeaux </span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>10:00am - First winery tour such as Ch&acirc;teau Faug&egrave;res </span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>11:30am - Discover the enchanting medieval village of Saint-Emilion, classified by Unesco in 1999. A luminous, ochre-colored jewel built of limestone and Roman roof tiles, it is perched on a plateau and completely surrounded by a sea of vineyards.</span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>The steep and narrow cobblestone streets are lined with remnants of monasteries and convents dating from the 11th to 18th centuries that tell the story of the village. A Unesco World Heritage-inspired scavenger hunt will bring you face to face with the art, wine and stunning landscapes of Saint-Emilion. </span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>12:30pm to 02:00pm - Time to stroll and have lunch</span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>02:30 pm - Wine tasting at Chateau&nbsp; La Dominique </span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div>&#x0D; <p><span><span><span>05:00pm - End of the tour</span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: 8 hours</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> <u>NO</u><br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> <u>Light,</u></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><br />&#x0D; <span><span><u><span>Package price includes</span></u></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Transportation: Pick up/drop off at the Port</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>Day Tour: English speaking driver guide with sedan deluxe car</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>2 winery visits and vertical workshop</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
Bordeaux - About Grape Varietals… - 8 hours
<div>&#x0D; <div><span><span><span>Several possibilities based on the theme of grape varietals, be it wine tastings or, practical activities. The great Bordeaux wines will no longer hold any secrets for you.&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>It&#39;s possible to have this activity in any Bordeaux wine appellation!</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>Wine tasting:&nbsp; Merlot or Cabernet? </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>There are 2 major top grape varieties in Bordeaux:&nbsp; Cabernet Sauvignon produces Ch. Mouton Rothschild and Merlot P&eacute;trus. Each grape variety taste very different. The terroir and the work carried out by Man can exalt each grape and create amazing Bordeaux wines. During the blind tasting find out which grape has been used in the wine before or after its oak ageing. Merlot or Cabernet?&nbsp; </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>Theory put in practice:<br />&#x0D; <strong>Blending is an art</strong></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>Several grape varieties tasting different are available to the wine maker. He/she is an artist making rational or subjective choices in order to elaborate a great wine. Be the wine maker and create your own cuv&eacute;e but explain your logic first. Does it match? Each group forms a team.&nbsp; </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><strong><span><span>Wine taster &amp; Expert</span></span></strong></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>Learn how to taste wines like a professional with fun. You also learn about the tricks of the trade. Words like single variety, futures, blended wines, bottled wine and ageing wine will have no more secrets for you. While tasting several wines, you may recognize which wine and term match together.&nbsp;</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>09:00 am - Departure from the harbor of Bordeaux </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>10:00 am - First winery tour </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>12:30pm to 02:00 pm - Time to stroll and have lunch </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>02:30 pm - Wine tasting separate grapes varieties and then have a blending session </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>05:00pm - End of the tour</span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: 8 hours&nbsp;</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> <u>NO</u><br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> <u>Light,</u></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <div><u><span><span><span>Package price includes</span></span></span></u></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Transportation: pick up/drop off at the Port</li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>English speaking driver guide with sedan deluxe car</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>2 winery visits</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>Blending sessions</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
Bordeaux - Wine Architecture in Saint-Emilion - 8 hours
<div>&#x0D; <div><span><span><span>Modern Temples of Bacchus</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>To wine lovers everywhere, the grand vintages of the Bordeaux region of France have long been regarded as the true pinnacle of excellence.</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>The methods and philosophies used in their production have by and large remained true to the old traditions; modern technology however has undeniably played an ever-more important role in recent years.</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>To add even more significance to this glorious culture of the grape, if that was possible, the past&nbsp; decade has seen some of Europe&rsquo;s most highly-acclaimed and imaginative architects taking time off from their ground-breaking and spectacular major urban projects to contribute their innovative designs to the cellars and vat rooms of some of the region&rsquo;s top ch&acirc;teaux.</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>Discover Architectures / Understand Classification/Discover techniques of wine making and appreciate wine tastings! </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>09:00 am - Departure from the harbor of Bordeaux </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>10:00 am - First winery tour such as Ch&acirc;teau Faug&egrave;res&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>11:30&nbsp;&nbsp; am - Discover the enchanting medieval village of Saint-Emilion, classified by Unesco in 1999. A luminous, ochre-colored jewel built of limestone and Roman roof tiles, it&rsquo;s perched on a plateau and completely surrounded by a sea of vineyards.</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>The steep and narrow cobblestone streets are lined with remnants of monasteries and convents dating from the 11th to 18th centuries that tell the story of the village. A Unesco World Heritage-inspired scavenger hunt will bring you face to face with the art, wine and stunning landscapes of Saint-Emilion. </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>12:30pm to 02:00 pm - Time to stroll and have lunch</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>02:30 pm - Wine tasting Chateau La Dominique </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>05:00pm - End of the tour</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: 8 hours</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> <u>&nbsp;no</u><br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> <u>Light,</u>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <u><span><span><span>Package price includes&nbsp;</span></span></span></u></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Transportation: pick up/drop off at the Port</li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>English speaking driver guide with sedan deluxe car</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>2 winery visits</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>Monument tour in Saint-Emilion</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
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Bordeaux

Bordeaux 07/11/2024

Disembark the ship and prepare for your flight home. (B), Disembark the ship and transfer to Tours for free time for lunch before arriving in the Loire Valley, where you will check into your Amboise hotel. (B),

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Bordeaux - Gourmet tour - 8 hours
<div>&#x0D; <div><span><span><span><span>We invite you to enjoy a </span></span><span><span>gourmet guided tour of Bordeaux </span></span><span><span>which has been listed as a World Heritage Site by </span></span><span><span>Unesco in June 2007. </span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>&ldquo;The historic centre of Bordeaux forms an outstanding urban and architectural ensemble, created in the Age of Enlightenment, whose values continued up to the first half of the 20th century, with more protected buildings than any other French city, except Paris. It is also recognized for its historic role as a place of exchange of cultural values over more than 2,000 years, particularly since the 12th century due to commercial links with Britain and the Low Countries. </span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>From its medieval quarters to the Classical splendour of the Golden Age in the 18</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> Century, you will be able to discover a city emerging from a long face lift of over 5 years of work.</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>Our visit offers to combine historic discovery with regional and typical &quot;delicacies&quot; punctuated by three stops at specialized producers: </span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span>&bull;<span><span>Tasting of ewe cheese</span></span><span><span> with jam of cherries from Pyrenean mountains</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span>&bull;<span><span>Tasting of </span></span><span><span>&ldquo;</span></span><span><span>cannel&eacute;</span></span><span><span>&rdquo;</span></span><span><span> a very local sweet specialty at </span></span><span><span>Baillardran,</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span>&bull;<span><span>And of course a &quot;</span></span><span><span>wine tasting</span></span><span><span>&quot; in a bistro&hellip;</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: 8 hours</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible: NO</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> <u>Light</u></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <div><span><strong><u><span><span>Package includes&nbsp;</span></span></u></strong></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Transportation: pick up/drop off at the Port<br />&#x0D; - &nbsp;English speaking licensed driver guide with a deluxe car with AC at disposal&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- All entrance fees &amp; tasting</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- All tax and Vat&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><strong><u><span><span>Does not include&nbsp;</span></span></u></strong></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Lunch&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Gratuities&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Travel insurance and personal expenses&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><strong><u><span><span>Departure dates</span></span></u></strong><span><span>&nbsp;: all day , all year &nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span>Not available during French Bank Holiday</span></div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
Bordeaux - Cultural tour - 8 hours
<div>&#x0D; <div><span><span><span><span>&ldquo;The historic centre of Bordeaux forms an outstanding urban and architectural ensemble, created in the Age of Enlightenment, whose values continued up to the first half of the 20th century, with more protected buildings than any other French city, except Paris. It is also recognized for its historic role as a place of exchange of cultural values over more than 2,000 years, particularly since the 12th century due to commercial links with Britain and the Low Countries. </span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>From its medieval quarters to the Classical splendour of the Golden Age in the </span></span><span><span>18</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> Century, you will be able to discover a city emerging from a long face lift of over 5 years of work.&nbsp;</span></span></span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>The </span></span><span><span>futuristic tram network</span></span><span><span> established in 2005 is evidence of the dynamism of today&rsquo;s Bordeaux and the historic heart which has been given back to pedestrians, allow the visitors to discover the principal monuments illustrating the city&rsquo;s History: the </span></span><span><span>Palais</span></span><span> </span><span><span>Gallien</span></span><span><span> amphitheatre (</span></span><span><span>4</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> century), the Saint </span></span><span><span>Seurin</span></span><span><span> Basilica (</span></span><span><span>11</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> century foundations), the Saint Andr&eacute; Cathedral (</span></span><span><span>13</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> century), the Porte </span></span><span><span>Cailhau</span></span><span><span> and the &quot;Grosse Cloche&quot; (&quot;big bell&quot;, </span></span><span><span>15</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> century).&nbsp;</span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>The 18th century gave the city its outstanding &quot;</span></span><span><span>Grand Theatre</span></span><span><span>&quot;, a national opera house built in 1781, and the </span></span><span><span>All&eacute;es</span></span><span><span> de </span></span><span><span>Tourny, as well as the remarkable waterfront buildings and the Place de la Bourse (formerly the Place Royale), a quarter over 4 kilometres in length which serves as the backdrop for the port&rsquo;s trading activities.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration:8 hours</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> <u>NO</u><br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> <u>Light</u><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <div><strong><u><span><span><span>Package includes</span></span></span></u></strong></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Transportation: pick up/drop off at the Port</li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>English speaking licensed driver guide with a deluxe car with AC at disposal&nbsp;</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>All entrance fees</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>All tax and Vat&nbsp;</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <strong><u><span><span><span>Does not include&nbsp;</span></span></span></u></strong></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Lunch&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Gratuities&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Travel insurance and personal expenses&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <strong><u><span><span><span>Departure dates</span></span></span></u></strong><span><span><span>&nbsp;: all day , all year &nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><font face="arial, sans-serif">Not available on May 1st, January 01st &amp; December 25</font></div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
Bordeaux -Saint Emilion Wine Tour - 8 hours
<div>&#x0D; <div><span><span><span><span>In the morning</span></span><span><span>, departure with your English speaking driver guide to </span></span><span><span>Saint </span></span><span><span>Emilion</span></span><span><span>.</span></span></span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span><span>Surrounded by its vineyards, the city offers ancient ramparts, monuments and narrow streets. The village and the vineyards have been classed as a World Heritage Site by the </span></span><span><span>Unesco</span></span><span><span> in 1999.</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>&ldquo;Grape production was introduced into this fertile region of Aquitaine by the Romans and was intensified during the Middle Age. The area of </span></span><span><span>Saint-</span></span><span><span>&Eacute;milion</span></span><span><span> benefited from its position on the pilgrim route to Santiago de </span></span><span><span>Compostella</span></span><span><span> and several churches, monasteries and hospices were built there from the </span></span><span><span>XIth</span></span><span><span> century onwards. It was granted its own jurisdictional status during the period of English rule in the </span></span><span><span>XIIth</span></span><span><span> century. This is an exceptional landscape entirely given over to grape-production and whose towns and villages are home to outstanding historic monuments.&rdquo; (</span></span><span><span>Unesco</span></span><span><span> Cit.) </span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>Centuries after the Latin poet </span></span><span><span>Ausonius</span></span><span><span>, the hermit </span></span><span><span>Emilion</span></span><span><span> found here peace and tranquility, which were necessary for his meditation. He discovered a grotto watered by a natural spring in the rocky centre of what is now the town bearing his name, where he lived until his death.</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>Private guided tour</span></span><span><span> of the principal sights of the medieval town: the </span></span><span><span>Emilion</span></span><span><span> Hermitage, the Tour du Roy built in the </span></span><span><span>13</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> century by Richard the Lion heart, the collegiate church and its </span></span><span><span>14</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> century cloister and, above all, the exceptional monolithic church and its catacombs dug out of the limestone cliff between the </span></span><span><span>9</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> and the </span></span><span><span>11</span></span><span><span>th</span></span><span><span> centuries. Its 38 metre span makes it the largest such church in Europe.</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>Lunch will take place at a restaurant located in the city.</span></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>In the afternoon, visit with wine tasting</span></span><span><span> at </span></span><span><span>a Grand Cru </span></span><span><span>Class&eacute;</span></span><span><span> Saint </span></span><span><span>Emilion</span></span><span><span>.</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration:8 hours</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> <u>No</u><br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> <u>Light,&nbsp;</u></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <div><strong><u><span><span><span>Package Includes&nbsp;</span></span></span></u></strong></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Transportation: pick up/drop off at the Port</li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>English speaking licensed driver guide with a deluxe car with AC at disposal&nbsp;</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>All entrance fees &amp; tasting</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>All tax and Vat&nbsp;</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <strong><u><span><span><span>Does not include&nbsp;</span></span></span></u></strong></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Lunch</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Gratuities&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>- Travel insurance and personal expenses&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <strong><u><span><span><span>Departure dates</span></span></span></u></strong><span><span><span>&nbsp;: all day , all year &nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>May&nbsp;1st&nbsp;- due to French law, cost double and most of the Wine estate are close&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
Bordeaux - A Wine, a Vintage, a Tasting… - 8 hours
<div>&#x0D; <p><span><span><span>&nbsp;A Wine, a Vintage, a Tasting&hellip; </span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>Taste and identify the differences between the great Bordeaux wines, according to the vintage&hellip;</span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>Wine experts give a great importance to Vintages. Why is it so important? How to recognize the quality of the vintage? How to guess the vintage? Should we agree or is it a matter of taste? Let us taste 4 vintages from the same wine property and comment. The expert guides you and shares his knowledge while you comment and learn tricks of the trade.</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><u><span>Ch&acirc;teau Grand Vertical Tasting Workshop</span></u></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span>The privilege of tasting 6 great vintages dating back&nbsp;</span><span>as far as 20 years:</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>&bull; Ch&acirc;teau de Ferrand 1988 &amp; 1989</span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>&bull; Ch&acirc;teau de Ferrand 1998 &amp; 1999</span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>&bull; Ch&acirc;teau de Ferrand 2008 &amp; 2009</span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>This workshop includes a private tour, an initiation into aromas, a tasting of 6 vintages, and a food/wine pairing with our &ldquo;Assiette Gourmande&rdquo;.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <u>Schedule:&nbsp;</u></span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>09:00am - Departure from the harbor of Bordeaux </span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>10:00am - First winery tour such as Ch&acirc;teau Faug&egrave;res </span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>11:30am - Discover the enchanting medieval village of Saint-Emilion, classified by Unesco in 1999. A luminous, ochre-colored jewel built of limestone and Roman roof tiles, it is perched on a plateau and completely surrounded by a sea of vineyards.</span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>The steep and narrow cobblestone streets are lined with remnants of monasteries and convents dating from the 11th to 18th centuries that tell the story of the village. A Unesco World Heritage-inspired scavenger hunt will bring you face to face with the art, wine and stunning landscapes of Saint-Emilion. </span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>12:30pm to 02:00pm - Time to stroll and have lunch</span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>02:30 pm - Wine tasting at Chateau&nbsp; La Dominique </span></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div>&#x0D; <p><span><span><span>05:00pm - End of the tour</span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: 8 hours</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> <u>NO</u><br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> <u>Light,</u></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><br />&#x0D; <span><span><u><span>Package price includes</span></u></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Transportation: Pick up/drop off at the Port</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>Day Tour: English speaking driver guide with sedan deluxe car</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>2 winery visits and vertical workshop</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
Bordeaux - About Grape Varietals… - 8 hours
<div>&#x0D; <div><span><span><span>Several possibilities based on the theme of grape varietals, be it wine tastings or, practical activities. The great Bordeaux wines will no longer hold any secrets for you.&nbsp;</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>It&#39;s possible to have this activity in any Bordeaux wine appellation!</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>Wine tasting:&nbsp; Merlot or Cabernet? </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>There are 2 major top grape varieties in Bordeaux:&nbsp; Cabernet Sauvignon produces Ch. Mouton Rothschild and Merlot P&eacute;trus. Each grape variety taste very different. The terroir and the work carried out by Man can exalt each grape and create amazing Bordeaux wines. During the blind tasting find out which grape has been used in the wine before or after its oak ageing. Merlot or Cabernet?&nbsp; </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>Theory put in practice:<br />&#x0D; <strong>Blending is an art</strong></span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>Several grape varieties tasting different are available to the wine maker. He/she is an artist making rational or subjective choices in order to elaborate a great wine. Be the wine maker and create your own cuv&eacute;e but explain your logic first. Does it match? Each group forms a team.&nbsp; </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><strong><span><span>Wine taster &amp; Expert</span></span></strong></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>Learn how to taste wines like a professional with fun. You also learn about the tricks of the trade. Words like single variety, futures, blended wines, bottled wine and ageing wine will have no more secrets for you. While tasting several wines, you may recognize which wine and term match together.&nbsp;</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>09:00 am - Departure from the harbor of Bordeaux </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>10:00 am - First winery tour </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>12:30pm to 02:00 pm - Time to stroll and have lunch </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>02:30 pm - Wine tasting separate grapes varieties and then have a blending session </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>05:00pm - End of the tour</span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: 8 hours&nbsp;</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> <u>NO</u><br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> <u>Light,</u></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <div><u><span><span><span>Package price includes</span></span></span></u></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Transportation: pick up/drop off at the Port</li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>English speaking driver guide with sedan deluxe car</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>2 winery visits</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>Blending sessions</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
Bordeaux - Wine Architecture in Saint-Emilion - 8 hours
<div>&#x0D; <div><span><span><span>Modern Temples of Bacchus</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>To wine lovers everywhere, the grand vintages of the Bordeaux region of France have long been regarded as the true pinnacle of excellence.</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>The methods and philosophies used in their production have by and large remained true to the old traditions; modern technology however has undeniably played an ever-more important role in recent years.</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>To add even more significance to this glorious culture of the grape, if that was possible, the past&nbsp; decade has seen some of Europe&rsquo;s most highly-acclaimed and imaginative architects taking time off from their ground-breaking and spectacular major urban projects to contribute their innovative designs to the cellars and vat rooms of some of the region&rsquo;s top ch&acirc;teaux.</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>Discover Architectures / Understand Classification/Discover techniques of wine making and appreciate wine tastings! </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>09:00 am - Departure from the harbor of Bordeaux </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>10:00 am - First winery tour such as Ch&acirc;teau Faug&egrave;res&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>11:30&nbsp;&nbsp; am - Discover the enchanting medieval village of Saint-Emilion, classified by Unesco in 1999. A luminous, ochre-colored jewel built of limestone and Roman roof tiles, it&rsquo;s perched on a plateau and completely surrounded by a sea of vineyards.</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>The steep and narrow cobblestone streets are lined with remnants of monasteries and convents dating from the 11th to 18th centuries that tell the story of the village. A Unesco World Heritage-inspired scavenger hunt will bring you face to face with the art, wine and stunning landscapes of Saint-Emilion. </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>12:30pm to 02:00 pm - Time to stroll and have lunch</span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>02:30 pm - Wine tasting Chateau La Dominique </span></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>05:00pm - End of the tour</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: 8 hours</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> <u>&nbsp;no</u><br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> <u>Light,</u>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <u><span><span><span>Package price includes&nbsp;</span></span></span></u></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Transportation: pick up/drop off at the Port</li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>English speaking driver guide with sedan deluxe car</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>2 winery visits</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>Monument tour in Saint-Emilion</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
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Cruise Ends (Debarkation)

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Disembark the ship and prepare for your flight home. (B), Disembark the ship and transfer to Tours for free time for lunch before arriving in the Loire Valley, where you will check into your Amboise hotel. (B),
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Tours

Tours 07/11/2024

Disembark the ship and prepare for your flight home. (B), Disembark the ship and transfer to Tours for free time for lunch before arriving in the Loire Valley, where you will check into your Amboise hotel. (B),
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Amboise

Amboise 07/11/2024

Disembark the ship and prepare for your flight home. (B), Disembark the ship and transfer to Tours for free time for lunch before arriving in the Loire Valley, where you will check into your Amboise hotel. (B),
07/11/2024 07/11/2024
Amboise

Amboise 07/12/2024

Visit three of the Loire Valley's regal châteaux starting with the Château de Chenonceau, one of the most beautiful castles in France. This château has been referred to as the "Women's Castle" since it is the only castle in the region that has been built, inhabited, and saved by women during the Renaissance. Château du Clos Lucé was Leonardo da Vinci's last home where he completed some of his most famous works under the patronage of the King of France. The Château d'Amboise, perched on a promontory overlooking the Loire River, was the first Renaissance château built in the Loire Valley and features extravagant residences, gardens, and a Gothic chapel, where Leonardo da Vinci is buried. (B),
07/12/2024 07/12/2024
Château de Chenonceau

Château de Chenonceau 07/12/2024

Visit three of the Loire Valley's regal châteaux starting with the Château de Chenonceau, one of the most beautiful castles in France. This château has been referred to as the "Women's Castle" since it is the only castle in the region that has been built, inhabited, and saved by women during the Renaissance. Château du Clos Lucé was Leonardo da Vinci's last home where he completed some of his most famous works under the patronage of the King of France. The Château d'Amboise, perched on a promontory overlooking the Loire River, was the first Renaissance château built in the Loire Valley and features extravagant residences, gardens, and a Gothic chapel, where Leonardo da Vinci is buried. (B),
07/12/2024 07/12/2024
Amboise

Amboise 07/13/2024

Check out of your Amboise hotel and, en route to Paris, visit two more majestic châteaux. While Château de Chambord, located at the heart of Europe's largest enclosed wooded park, began as an unassuming hunting lodge, it is now the biggest château in the Loire Valley with 426 rooms, 77 staircases, and 282 fireplaces. Next, either marvel at the residence of seven kings and ten queens of France at the famous Château de Blois where you'll discover the secrets of the French court, or enjoy free time. Afterwards, transfer by motorcoach to your hotel at Charles de Gaulle Airport. (B),
07/13/2024 07/13/2024
Château de Chambord

Château de Chambord 07/13/2024

Check out of your Amboise hotel and, en route to Paris, visit two more majestic châteaux. While Château de Chambord, located at the heart of Europe's largest enclosed wooded park, began as an unassuming hunting lodge, it is now the biggest château in the Loire Valley with 426 rooms, 77 staircases, and 282 fireplaces. Next, either marvel at the residence of seven kings and ten queens of France at the famous Château de Blois where you'll discover the secrets of the French court, or enjoy free time. Afterwards, transfer by motorcoach to your hotel at Charles de Gaulle Airport. (B),
07/13/2024 07/13/2024
Château de Blois

Château de Blois 07/13/2024

Check out of your Amboise hotel and, en route to Paris, visit two more majestic châteaux. While Château de Chambord, located at the heart of Europe's largest enclosed wooded park, began as an unassuming hunting lodge, it is now the biggest château in the Loire Valley with 426 rooms, 77 staircases, and 282 fireplaces. Next, either marvel at the residence of seven kings and ten queens of France at the famous Château de Blois where you'll discover the secrets of the French court, or enjoy free time. Afterwards, transfer by motorcoach to your hotel at Charles de Gaulle Airport. (B),
07/13/2024 07/13/2024
Paris

Paris 07/13/2024

Check out of your Amboise hotel and, en route to Paris, visit two more majestic châteaux. While Château de Chambord, located at the heart of Europe's largest enclosed wooded park, began as an unassuming hunting lodge, it is now the biggest château in the Loire Valley with 426 rooms, 77 staircases, and 282 fireplaces. Next, either marvel at the residence of seven kings and ten queens of France at the famous Château de Blois where you'll discover the secrets of the French court, or enjoy free time. Afterwards, transfer by motorcoach to your hotel at Charles de Gaulle Airport. (B),
07/13/2024 07/13/2024
Paris

Paris 07/14/2024

Bid farewell to Paris and prepare for your flight home. (B),
07/14/2024 07/14/2024
AmaWaterways: AmaDolce
Enjoy the sweet life aboard AmaDolce. Your experience starts in your elegantly appointed stateroom, where Entertainment on Demand and soothing bath and body products bring you the ultimate in comfort before your cozy bed envelops you in sweet dreams. Warm caramel and honey colored tones adorn the room while a French balcony available in most staterooms allows you to indulge in scenic views. Follow your nose to the Main Restaurant or clink glasses in the bar, where rich, chocolate-hued woods bring beauty to the backdrop of your every craving. The Chef's Table specialty restaurant is the cherry on top of an already exquisite culinary experience on board that includes lunch and dinners paired with unlimited wine, beer and soft drinks. And should you wish to stay active, a Sun Deck walking track, fitness room and a fleet of onboard bicycles are ready and waiting to assist you on your wellness journey.
Ship Statistics
Year Built
2009
Year Refurbished
&ndash;
Year Entered Present Fleet
2009
Previous Name
&ndash;
Country of Registry
Switzerland
Tonnage (GRT)
2,650
Guests (Lowers)
144
Total Guests
144
Passenger Decks
3
Number of Crew
45
Officers' Nationality
International
Cruise/Hotel Staff Nationality
International
Total Rooms
73
Suites
3
Balconies
58
Ocean/River View
11
Interior
&ndash;
Accessible
1
Gratuities:

Gratuities to the Cruise Manager and ship crew are not included in the vacation price, and are to be given at guests' discretion.

Dining and Cuisine:

Gourmet dining in the AmaDolce restaurant brings you sophisticated and outstanding cuisine with delightful, attentive service. The fine regional cuisine is prepared under the direction of gold medal-winning chefs from Chaîne des Rôtisseurs. Savor culinary masterpieces and free-flowing local wines at dinner, while surrounded by Europe’s heartland.

Small Group Excursions:

Set your own pace on shore excursions. Enjoy the full attention of your guide. AmaWaterways ensures that you’re treated with personalized attention, on land as well as on the river. Complimentary Small Group Shore Excursions provide a world-class land tour in every destination. AmaWaterways hires the top local guides in every location. You won't find more intensive and immersive introduction to the culture and heritage of the region you’re visiting. AmaWaterways offers a “Gentle Walkers” group, for those who’d like to explore at a more leisurely pace. Wherever possible, they offer an “Active Walkers” group, for those interested in covering more ground, and a “Late Starter” group for those who prefer to sleep in.

Public Areas:

  • Sundeck with lounge chairs offering unimpeded panoramic views
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the vessel
  • 24-hour specialty coffee and tea station
  • Main Lounge with bar, piano, and dance floor
  • Whirlpool and walking track
  • Fitness Room and sauna
  • Massage and Hair Salon
  • Bicycles onboard
  • Gift shop
  • Elevator (reaches Main Restaurant, Lobby/Main Lounge, and staterooms on Violin and Cello Deck)

Onboard Entertainment:

After dinner, guests are invited to enjoy engaging evening entertainment. You are sure to be enthralled as different performers come on board each night. It's the perfect complement to your daily discoveries.

Complimentary Bicycles and Bike Tours:

AmaDolce carries more than two dozen bicycles and plenty of safety helmets that are free for guests to use. The bicycles give you the freedom to venture out and explore the riverside bikeways. Or, meander through quaint cobblestone streets. The bikes are set up and ready for use as soon as the ship docks.

Impeccable Service:

With AmaWaterways you’ll enjoy the finest onboard service of any river cruise line. Passengers consistently rate AmaWaterways' personalized, professional, and friendly service as a highlight of their cruise. At AmaWaterways, customer service is their top priority.

Complimentary Internet and Entertainment On-Demand:

AmaWaterways is proud to offer the industry’s most comprehensive information and entertainment experience, known as “Infotainment.” Stay connected with friends and family back home, thanks to the computer provided in your stateroom and high-speed Internet access plus Wi-Fi. The exclusive movies-on-demand system offers Hollywood’s current releases, a selection of classic films, or informative and entertaining travel videos chosen to coincide with your itinerary. You’ll also enjoy a variety of English-language news, sports, and satellite TV stations, as well as a large selection of music channels. It’s all available on your flat-panel TV, and it’s completely complimentary.

Massage and Beauty Salon:

As you sail through Europe’s most beautiful and tranquil scenery, why not take the opportunity to pamper yourself? There are expert hair stylists, massage and beauty therapists at your disposal for the duration of the cruise. Nestled in a peaceful corner of the ship, next to a well equipped Fitness Center, the Massage, Beauty and Hair Salon offers a variety of treatments using only the finest products available. Pamper your body and rejuvenate your spirit while you’re on board with AmaWaterways.

Suite

Suite (Suite) 9,578
Suite
  • Category: Suite
  • Violin Deck
  • Square Feet: 255
Size 255 sq.ft. French Balcony. Located on Violin deck. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet shower heads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library, Complimentary internet and Wi-Fi, Desk and chair.

Balcony

Category A (A) 8,278
Category A
  • Category: A
  • Violin Deck
  • Square Feet: 170
Size: 170 sq.ft. French Balcony. Located on Violin Deck. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet shower heads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system , providing complimentary TV, movies and music library, Complimentary internet and Wi-Fi, Desk and chair.
Category A+ (A+) 9,278
Category A+
  • Category: A+
  • Violin Deck
  • Square Feet: 225
Size: 225 sq.ft. French Balcony. Located on Violin Deck. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet shower heads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system , providing complimentary TV, movies and music library, Complimentary internet and Wi-Fi, Desk and chair.
Category B (B) 8,178
Category B
  • Category: B
  • Violin Deck
  • Cello Deck
  • Square Feet: 170
Size 170 sq.ft. French Balcony. Located on Violin and Cello Deck. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library, Complimentary internet, Wi-Fi, Desk and chair.
Category C (C) 7,878
Category C
  • Category: C
  • Violin Deck
  • Cello Deck
  • Square Feet: 170
Size 170 sq.ft. French Balcony. Located on Violin and Cello Deck. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library, Complimentary internet, Wi-Fi, Desk and chair.
Single Stateroom (Single) Call for Price
Single Stateroom
  • Category: Single
  • Cello Deck
  • Square Feet: 140
Size: 140 sq.ft. French Balcony. Located on Cello Deck. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, Flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library, Complimentary internet and Wi-Fi, Desk and chair.

Oceanview

Category D (D) 6,878
Category D
  • Category: D
  • Piano Deck
  • Square Feet: 170
Size 170 sq.ft. Fixed Window. Located on Piano Deck. Features: In-room temperature control, Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows and duvet, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet shower heads, large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library, Complimentary internet and Wi-Fi, Desk and chair.
Category E (E) 6,579
Category E
  • Category: E
  • Piano Deck
  • Square Feet: 170
Size 170 sq.ft. Fixed Window. Located on Piano Deck. Features: In-room temperature control,Deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet shower heads, large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe and direct-dial telephone, flat-screen TV that also works as a computer, Entertainment on Demand system providing complimentary TV, movies and music library, Complimentary internet and Wi-Fi, Desk and chair.
Rates are cruise only or cruise/land (where applicable), per person, based on double occupancy. Port charges are additional for all guests.

Rates are cruise or cruise/land only, per person, based on double occupancy. Port charges are additional. No additional government fees/ taxes or fuel surcharge. No fees for the rate of exchange US$-EUR.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.

Sun Deck
Violin Deck

Stateroom Key

  • Category A+ (A+)
  • Suite (Suite)
  • Category A (A)
  • Category B (B)
  • Category C (C)
Cello Deck

Stateroom Key

  • Category B (B)
  • Single Stateroom (Single)
  • Category C (C)
Piano Deck

Stateroom Key

  • Category D (D)
  • Category E (E)
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