European river cruise

APT - Grand Bordeaux with Loire Valley

11 Day Grand Bordeaux with Loire Valley

Grand Bordeaux with Loire Valley

Days: 11

From: Bordeaux to Paris

Countries Visited: France

Code: eubcbp11

Code_ERC: eubcbp11

( Brochure Price: $ 8,695 pp )

Our Price: $8,260 pp

Itinerary


1. Arrive Bordeaux, Embark Ship
Be met on arrival and transfer to your ship.

2. Cadillac
After your chosen activity, enjoy a wonderful Gala Welcome Dinner.

3. Pauillac
Enjoy the scenery of Aquitaine's vineyards. Disembark your ship and journey through the famous Médoc wine region.

4. Blaye, Bourg
Discover the town of Blaye and take a walk around the 17th-century citadel, as well as its underground passages. Later, choose your activity.

5. Libourne, Saint-Émilion
In Saint-Émilion, head to the underground Monolithic Church, then enjoy some free time to explore.

6. Libourne, Bordeaux
After the day’s activity, enjoy the Captain’s Farewell Dinner as you cruise to Bordeaux.

7. Bordeaux
Embrace the culture and history of Bordeaux on your chosen activity today.

8. Disembark Ship, Bordeaux, Tours, Vouvray
Transfer to the railway station to board a high-speed train to Tours. On arrival, enjoy free time for lunch before exploring medieval Tours with a guide. Later, travel to Vouvray for a tasting at a local winery.

9. Tours, Loire Valley
Travel to Chenonceau and here, stop by Château de Chenonceau, a delightful and intriguing castle built during the 16th century, where you will embark on a tour. You will then visit Château de Chambord, one of the most recognisable château in all of France.

10. Tours, Versailles
Today travel to Versailles. Here, you’ll discover the magnificent splendour behind Louis XIV’s stunning transformation of the Palace of Versailles. The palace dates back to the 17th century, and from the 19th century, transformed into a museum. After lunch, enjoy some time to wander the grounds and gardens that spans over an incredible 800 hectares.

11. Versailles, Depart Paris
Be transferred to Paris airport.

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Cruise Highlights

Château de Ferrand, Sample world-class wines and enjoy a private dinner at World Heritage-listed Château de Ferrand in Saint-Émilion.. Visit a Family-Owned Cooperage, Visit one of Bordeaux's finest cooperages to discover local wine making traditions and see how oak barrels are made. Chateau de Champchevrier, Be met by the owners of the chateau before embarking on a guided tour, followed by a private Farewell Dinner.