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The delights of the South West on a cruise, from the Basque country to Bordeaux

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

By Felix KUNKLER your cruise expert
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.
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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

Biarritz
Meet at your hotel in Biarritz at 5:00 pm. Welcome cocktail and check-in at your 4* NL or similar... see+ hotel.
Evening and dinner in Biarritz.
Biarritz, once a whaling village, is now a popular seaside resort. The town's destiny changed with the arrival of Napoleon III and his wife Eugénie, who wanted to enjoy the benefits of the sea. Take advantage of your free time to discover the Rocher de la Vierge, walk along the coastal cliffs or even take a dip in the ocean. 
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Biarritz Basque Country Biarritz
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure for a day trip through the Basque Country. Your tour begins in... see+ Espelette. Visit this colorful town, full of charm with its traditional red half-timbered houses decorated with strings of peppers, representing all the uniqueness of the Basque Country. Renowned for its famous Espelette chilli pepper, it now has an international reputation. Free time.
Traditional Basque lunch in Espelette.
Afternoon visit to Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port and Irouléguy wine tasting. A charming village in the heart of the Pyrenees, Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port was named France's most beautiful village in 2016. What's more, it's the last stop on the Pilgrim's Way to Santiago de Compostela before the Pyrenees, making it a favorite spot for pilgrims. After the guided tour, departure for the Caves Irouléguy. Visit and tasting in the heart of the Basque vineyards.
Return to Biarritz. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight at a 4* NL hotel. 
Activities: Includes: Day trip through the Basque Country, see+
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Biarritz Bayonne Bordeaux
Breakfast at the hotel.
Morning: Guided tour of Bayonne and a salting workshop. Guided tour of Old... see+ Bayonne to discover the history and culture of the Basque Country. You'll stroll through the narrow streets of the town, discovering its rich architectural heritage, from the Sainte Marie cathedral to the ramparts and the cloister; the historic center conceals many treasures and secret corners. Visit a salting workshop and taste artisan-cured ham.
Traditional Basque lunch in Bayonne at a local cider house. Discover Basque cider, served straight from the barrel.
Departure for Bordeaux by coach. Boarding at 6pm. Introduction to the crew and welcome cocktail. 
Activities: Includes: Guided tour of Bayonne and a salting workshop, see+
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Dinner
Bordeaux Cussac-Fort-Médoc The 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. Between sea and river, you'll criss-cross this peninsula where vines 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+
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Dinner
The Médoc Cussac-Fort-Médoc Gironde estuary 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+
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Dinner
Blaye Libourne Saint-Emilion
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. A wine tasting at one of the wineries is a must. 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+
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Lunch
Dinner
Saint-Emilion 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. 
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Lunch
Dinner
Option to privatize the boat on request
The price includes
Port taxes
Assistance / repatriation insurance
Welcome cocktail
The gala evening
Onboard entertainment
Assistance from the onboard entertainment team
unlimited tea and coffee on board
Mineral water available
Guided tour of Bayonne and a salting workshop
Day trip through the Basque Country
Half-board in a 4* NL hotel from dinner on D1 to breakfast on D3
Lunches on days 2 and 3
Bed linen, towels, shower gel and shampoo
The activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Personal expenses
Routing
Cancellation/luggage insurance
Drinks on special menus
Beverages taken with meals during excursions or transfers
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

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

CUSTOMIZED QUOTE

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11 October 2025 - 7 d
  • 11 October 2025
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Main Deck - Double Cabin - Cat C
  • Main Deck - Double Cabin - Cat C
  • Intermediate Deck - Double Cabin - Cat A
  • Privatization
Travelers: 2
Price for 2 people:
$4,015
Private hire of the boat on request
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