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14 Night Taste of Bordeaux (Wine Cruise) 2 Nights Bilbao 2 Nights San Sebastian Pre Cruise and 2 Nights Loire Valley 1 Night Paris Ch Cruise and Land Tour

From Bilbao, (Spain) to Paris, (France)

AmaDolce
AMA Waterways
4 Stars
Cruise #: 14359834
Sail Date: Sunday, Mar 5, 2028
Return Date: Sunday, Mar 19, 2028
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14 Night Taste of Bordeaux (Wine Cruise) 2 Nights Bilbao 2 Nights San Sebastian Pre Cruise and 2 Nights Loire Valley 1 Night Paris Ch Cruise and Land Tour

Land Segment of Itinerary

Sunday - Mar 5, 2028
Day
1
Bilbao, Spain
  • Bilbao, Spain
Check into your hotel for the beginning of your Basque Country land package.

Land Segment of Itinerary

Monday - Mar 6, 2028
Day
2
Bilbao, Spain
  • Bilbao, Spain
  • Bus Travel
  • Guernica, Spain
  • Bus Travel
  • Bilbao, Spain
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) ...
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Tuesday - Mar 7, 2028
Day
3
Bilbao, Spain
  • Bilbao, Spain
  • Bus Travel
  • San Sebastian de la Gomera, Spain
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 facade 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 Sebastian 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) ...
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Wednesday - Mar 8, 2028
Day
4
San Sebastian de la Gomera, Spain
  • San Sebastian de la Gomera, Spain
  • Bus Travel
  • Bodega Hiruzta, Spain
  • Bus Travel
  • San Sebastian de la Gomera, Spain
Discover the charms of the "City by the Bay of Biscay". Known in the Basque language as Donostia, San Sebastian 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, visit the thriving vineyard of Hiruzta Bodega, where you can savor traditional txakoli wine on a special tasting tour. (B) ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Thursday - Mar 9, 2028
Day
5
  • San Sebastian de la Gomera, Spain
  • Bus Travel
  • Bayonne, France
  • Bus Travel

Cruise Segment of Itinerary

Day 5 - Thursday - Mar 9, 2028
Day
5
Cruise Begins
  • Cruise Begins
  • Bordeaux, France
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)
  • Bordeaux, France
Step aboard your luxurious ship and settle in as you launch your Taste of Bordeaux cruise, opening the door to a week of exceptional wines, legendary terroirs, and unforgettable vineyard experiences.
Friday - Mar 10, 2028
Day
6
Libourne, France
  • Libourne, France
Arrive in Libourne, a picturesque gateway to Bordeaux's most celebrated vineyards. Wander through sun-drenched villages, explore limestone-carved churches, or pedal through the lush, vineyard-clad countryside.
Saturday - Mar 11, 2028
Day
7
Libourne, France
  • Libourne, France
Stroll through Libourne's vibrant open-air market sampling local specialties, or step back in time at an ancient watermill to learn traditional breadmaking. For a more active experience, hike through a nearby vineyard, enjoying wine and tapas along the way.
Sunday - Mar 12, 2028
Day
8
Blaye, France
  • Blaye, France
  • Bourg, France
Step into the grandeur of Blaye's citadel, then cycle past riverbanks and medieval villages in the golden light of the afternoon. End your day surrounded by live French music and dancing, and the warmth of local winemakers sharing their craft.
Monday - Mar 13, 2028
Day
9
Fort Medoc, France
  • Fort Medoc, France
Cruise through the rolling vineyards of the Medoc region, where world-class wines and refined landscapes captivate the senses. Whether strolling through historic estates or hiking the sunlit vines, savor the elegance of Bordeaux's finest terroir.
Tuesday - Mar 14, 2028
Day
10
  • Cadillac, France
  • Bordeaux, France
Tour the remarkable medieval Chateau de Roquetaillade before heading into the Sauternes wine region for a tasting of its prized golden-hued sweet wines; alternatively, delve deeper into local castle history or explore Cadillac by bike.
Wednesday - Mar 15, 2028
Day
11
  • Bordeaux, France
Enjoy a guided tour of Bordeaux's UNESCO World Heritage-listed center followed by a tasting at Les Halles de Bacalan, or opt for a bike tour through the city's extensive pathways. In the afternoon, choose between the immersive Wine Museum or the dazzling Les Bassins de Lumieres light show.
Thursday - Mar 16, 2028
Day
12
  • Bordeaux, France
Depart Bordeaux and prepare for your journey home
  • Bordeaux, France
  • Cruise Ends

Land Segment of Itinerary

Day 12 - Thursday - Mar 16, 2028
Day
12
  • Bus Travel
  • Cognac, France
  • Bus Travel
  • Amboise, France
Disembark the ship and transfer to Amboise, with a visit to Cognac en route for lunch and free time before arriving in the Loire Valley, where you will check into your Amboise hotel. (B)

Land Segment of Itinerary

Friday - Mar 17, 2028
Day
13
Amboise, France
  • Amboise, France
  • Bus Travel
  • Chateau de Chenonceau, France
  • Bus Travel
  • Amboise, France
Visit three of the Loire Valley's regal chateaux starting with the Chateau de Chenonceau, one of the most beautiful castles in France. This chateau 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. Enjoy an exclusive tasting in the historic Chenonceaux cellars, sampling signature Loire varietals like Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, and Cabernet Franc. Chateau du Clos Luce 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 Chateau d'Amboise, perched on a promontory overlooking the Loire River, was the first Renaissance chateau built in the Loire Valley and features extravagant residences, gardens, and a Gothic chapel, where Leonardo da Vinci is buried. (B) ...
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Saturday - Mar 18, 2028
Day
14
  • Amboise, France
  • Bus Travel
  • Chateau de Chambord, France
  • Bus Travel
  • Chateau de Blois, France
  • Bus Travel
  • Paris, France
Check out of your hotel this morning and depart by bus to Chambord, where you will visit the astoundingly massive Chateau de Chambord. Located at the heart of Europe's largest enclosed wooded park, its 156-yard facade, 426 rooms, 77 staircases, and 282 fireplaces make this the largest castle in Loire Valley. Afterwards, depart for Blois and enjoy free time for lunch on your own. Next, marvel at the residence of seven kings and ten queens of France during your tour of the famous Chateau Royal de Blois. Then continue by bus to your hotel, located at Charles de Gaulle Airport. (B) ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Sunday - Mar 19, 2028
Day
15
  • Paris, France
Bid farewell to Paris and prepare for your flight home. (B)
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