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Escapade along the Garonne and Dordogne rivers

Looking for a vacation with a change of scenery, relaxation, exclusivity and a wealth of cultural visits, all while letting yourself be carried away?

Singular vacations
Who is cabin cruising for?
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Main characteristics
Model of the boat: River boat
Type:
Number of cabins: 87
Maximum capacity: 174 travelers
Crew members: 34

Cabin

Upper Deck - Double Cabin - Cat A
Cabins with French balconies and panoramic sliding windows. Cabin with premium location.
Intermediate Deck - Double Cabin - Cat C
Cabins with sliding windows. Cabins may be slightly smaller and have a "standard" location.
Intermediate bridge - Persons with disabilities - Cat B
Cabins with sliding windows. Cabins with "intermediate" location.
Intermediate Deck - Double Cabin - Cat A
Cabins with sliding windows. Premium location cabins.
NB: The photos, information and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The indicated itinerary and program may be modified without prior notice for technical reasons (decision of the captain).

Sailing itineraries

Bordeaux
Boarding at 6pm. Introduction to the crew and welcome cocktail.
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Bordeaux Cussac-Fort-Médoc
Morning sailing to Cussac-Fort-Médoc. Sail along the Garonne to the Bec d'Ambès, then past the... see+ islands of Nord, Bouchaud and Patiras before arriving at Cussac-Fort-Médoc.
In the afternoon, optional excursions:
- Authentic: discovery tour of the Médoc's grands crus and wine tasting (pre-booking required before departure). Between sea and river, you'll crisscross this peninsula where vineyards rise between polders to the east and pine forests to the west. Châteaux dot the landscape, revealing the famous Grand Cru appellations. A wine tasting is a must.
- Experience a helicopter flight over the Médoc and wine tasting. Transfer to Château-d'Arsac. Set course for the Médoc, a land that has been welcoming visitors for centuries, and whose vineyards are the most famous in the world. You'll fly over this magnificent region, forming the original and unique environment that is the Gironde estuary. At the end of your flight, visit one of the Médoc's oldest estates, which subtly combines exceptional wines and works of art in its "Sculpture Garden".
Evening entertainment.
 
Activities: Optional services: Discovery tour of the Médoc Grands Crus and wine tasting, Helicopter flight over the Médoc and wine tasting, see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Cussac-Fort-Médoc Blaye
Early morning sailing to Blaye. Vauban built a citadel here, undoubtedly Blaye's safest... see+ argument.
Optional excursions:
- Authentic: the Corniche road and the Blaye citadel. This narrow, picturesque road winds its way along the Gironde, offering an impressive panorama of the estuary. You'll pass typical fishing villages with their stilt huts and carrelets. Don't miss the local specialty, the famous Bourg fig. The fortified citadel of Blaye is one of the many facets of Vauban's work.
- Experience a walking tour of the underground passages of the Blaye citadel. Step into history and discover the genius of Vauban. This tour will give you an insight into the defense system put in place by the famous architect Sébastien Vauban, as well as the architectural evolution of the fortress. The tour ends with a tasting of regional products.
Sailing on the Gironde to the estuary. Evening dance.
 
Activities: Optional services: , Walking tour of the underground passages of the Blaye citadel, see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Blaye Libourne
Sail to Libourne. Nestled at the confluence of the Isle and Dordogne rivers, Libourne has built up... see+ a rich heritage over the centuries. Optional excursions:
- Authentic: Saint-Émilion and wine tasting. This unusual medieval town, nestled in a setting of vineyards, has retained all the charm of its origins: stones with golden reflections, Romanesque tiled roofs, maze of alleyways with uninterrupted views of the surrounding vineyards. Enjoy a wine tasting at one of the wineries. Return to Libourne.
- Experience: Libourne by bike and wine tasting. Guided tour of Libourne, a former English royal bastide. At the confluence of the Isle and Dordogne rivers, the town grew up around its port. See the Saint-Jean-Baptiste church, Place Abel Surchamp and the tower of the grand port. You'll then take your bikes to discover a Pomerol appellation winery. Wine tasting.
Gala evening.
 
Activities: Optional services: Guided tour of St Emilion and wine tasting, Libourne by bike and wine tasting, see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Libourne Bordeaux
Buffet breakfast on board. Morning sail to Bordeaux. We'll sail past the village of Bourg before... see+ reaching the bec d'Ambès at the confluence of the Dordogne and Garonne rivers. Continue sailing on the Garonne to Bordeaux, which we reach at around 11am. Disembarkation at 11 am. End of our services. 
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
The price includes
unlimited tea and coffee on board
Mineral water available
Onboard entertainment
Assistance from the onboard entertainment team
Welcome cocktail
The gala evening
Assistance / repatriation insurance
Port taxes
Bed linen, towels, shower gel and shampoo
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Personal expenses
Routing
Cancellation/luggage insurance
Beverages taken with meals during excursions or transfers
Drinks on special menus
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
Tips for guides and/or crew
Optional services
Flights not included in the program are available on request
Activities and excursions on request see+

Activities

Not included $89 / pers.
Not included
Not included
Not included $83 / pers.
Not included $91 / pers.
Not included $107 / pers.

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