destination: TASTE OF Bordeaux
WHY SHOULD YOU GO?
There is no area in the world more closely associated with its fabulous vineyards than Bordeaux. Located in the southwest of France, not far from the Bay of Biscay, Bordeaux offers more vineyards—more than 100,000—than you could possibly try, but there’s glory even in just scratching the surface. The crescent-shaped city of Bordeaux, found along the Garonne River, has been the region’s wine capital for decades, with its illustrious past on display in the Golden Triangle area’s ornate buildings. Granted, in the not too distant past, Bordeaux was plagued by pollution, traffic jams, and urban decay. But today, when you travel to Bordeaux you’ll find a revitalized village, charming, 18th-century buildings, a pedestrian-friendly city center, and a thriving waterfront area with chic boutiques and cafés. There’s also world-class art, as well as theater and dining.
WHAT TO EXPECT : TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Enjoy a 7-night cruise roundtrip from Bordeaux to Bordeaux | wine cruise
May 2-May 9 2019
Tour Includes
DAY DESTINATION ACTIVITIES
Day 1
BORDEAUX, FRANCE – EMBARKATION
Day 2
CADILLAC - Sauternes wine tasting & historic Roquetaillade Castle
Day 3
PAUILLAC - Grand Cru Classé wine tasting & scenic vineyard tour
Day 4
BLAYE - Citadel visit or bike tour
Afternoon Blaye to Bourg bike tour
BOURG - City tour and exclusive Bourg Wine festival
Day 5
LIBOURNE - Saint-Emilion excursion & Grand Cru Classé wine tasting or Saint-Emilion bike tour
Day 6
LIBOURNE - Chateau de Vayres
OR Lisbourne Bastide town with French market tastings
OR Countryside hike with wine tasting & hors d'oeuvres
Chateau de Montaigne
OR Fronsac wine tasting
Day 7
BORDEAUX - City tour and wine museum
OR Bordeaux bike tour
Illumination Cruise
Day 8
BORDEAUX - DISEMBARKATION
DETAILS:
TOUR DATES:
November 2 - 9, 2019
PRICE:
RIVER CRUISE Price starts from $3099 per person
Save $750 Per Person on Cruise if you sail with Verve
Optional pre-cruise land programs available; ask for details.