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7 Night Taste of Bordeaux (Wine Cruise) Cruise from Bordeaux

Ship: AmaDolce
Cruise Line: AMA Waterways
Sailed: Thursday, Nov 7, 2024 from Bordeaux, France
Ended: Thursday, Nov 14, 2024
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Thursday, Nov 7, 2024 departure of the AmaDolce. If AMA Waterways modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.
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7 Night Taste of Bordeaux (Wine Cruise) Cruise from Bordeaux
Day 1 - Thursday - Nov 7, 2024
Bordeaux, France
Bordeaux, France
Embark the ship for your Taste of Bordeaux cruise. (D)
Day 2 - Friday - Nov 8, 2024
Bordeaux, France
Bordeaux, France
Libourne, France
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Saint-Emilion, France
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Chateau de Ferrand, France
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Libourne, France
Take in the romance of Bordeaux as you pass iconic sights on a scenic cruise. Later in the day, dock in Libourne, a gateway to one of Bordeaux's most elite wine regions. Join an excursion to Saint-Emilion, known for its celebrated vineyards, and while here, explore the monolithic church carved out of one piece of limestone rock, and then go under the church to discover its catacombs and caves. Afterwards, enjoy a Grand Cru Classe wine tasting at either Chateau de Ferrand or Chateau de Pressac. Alternatively, you can enjoy an excursion to Saint-Emilion solely to discover more of the small historic town. If you prefer a more active adventure, pedal through the vineyard-rich countryside to Saint-Emilion and then to Chateau Soutard for a Grand Cru Classe wine tasting. You can also choose to tour the magnificent Chateau de Vayres, one of the most prestigious historic buildings of Aquitaine. (B,L,D)
Day 3 - Saturday - Nov 9, 2024
Libourne, France
Libourne, France
Blaye, France
Stroll through the colorful, open-air market, tasting some of the region's specialties. You can also choose to enjoy a tasting of local wines from one of the beautiful wine estates in the Fronsac region. Or, you can get your heart pumping by venturing deeper into town by hiking through one of Libourne's renowned vineyards. Later in the day, set sail for Blaye, where you'll enjoy an evening at your leisure. (B,L,D)
Day 4 - Sunday - Nov 10, 2024
Blaye, France
Blaye, France
Bourg, France
Once in Blaye, you can join a tour of its 17th-century citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. For a more active excursion, take a bike ride around Blaye. Later in the day, you can choose to bike from Blaye to Bourg or towards Etauliers discovering beautiful chateaux through the idyllic French countryside. While in the ancient village of Bourg, take a walking tour and visit the Carriage Museum, which houses a wonderful collection of horse-drawn vehicles. Later in the day, experience the hospitality of this charming medieval village with an exclusive wine festival. Meet the local wine growers and taste the fruits of their labors as well as enjoy live French music and dancing. (B,L,D)
Day 5 - Monday - Nov 11, 2024
Fort Medoc, France
Fort Medoc, France
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Medoc, France, France
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Fort Medoc, France
Cussac-Fort-Medoc, a lovely village on the bank of the Gironde Estuary, is gateway to the famed Medoc region, renowned for producing some of the world's finest Bordeaux wines. You will see some of the most beautiful and famous wine estates, including Chateau Latour, Chateau Mouton Rothschild, Chateau Lafite Rothschild, and Chateau Pichon Longueville. You'll then visit either Chateau Gruaud-Larose or Chateau Leoville Poyferre for a tasting of Grand Cru wines. Alternatively, you can visit Lynch-Bages, a quaint wine estate and village, followed by a wine and local specialties tasting. Or, enjoy a coast drive to Soulac-sur-Mer where you'll see unique sights, such as the Statue of Liberty and the Cordouan Lighthouse known to be the oldest in France. (B,L,D)
Day 6 - Tuesday - Nov 12, 2024
Cadillac, France
Cadillac, France
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Chateau de Roquetaillade, France
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Chateau de Rayne Vigneau, France
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Cadillac, France
Bordeaux, France
Visit the impressive Castle of Roquetaillade, an amazingly preserved masterpiece of medieval military architecture owned by the same noble family for 700 years and travel to the Sauternes wine region to either Chateau de Rayne Vigneau or Chateau Guiraud to taste the highly prized golden-hued sweet wines produced here. For those wishing to explore more of the history on the decadent castles, you can enjoy a visit to the Roquetaillade castle and Cadillac castle. Alternatively, be treated to a Sauternes wine tasting where you'll taste more of the highly sought-after sweet wines. Or, pedal through the charming town of Cadillac for a guided bike tour. (B,L,D)
Day 7 - Wednesday - Nov 13, 2024
Bordeaux, France
Bordeaux, France
The breathtaking capital of the wine world, Bordeaux is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and classified as a "City of Art and History". You'll have an opportunity to experience much of the rich culture and architecture on a city tour followed by a visit to the famed indoor Les Halles de Bacalan market for a tasting of local specialties to please the palate. Bike enthusiasts will wish to join a tour along the city's amazing network of bicycle paths. Depending on your interests, you have a choice from three excursions in the afternoon. Enjoy a visit to the immersive and interactive Bordeaux Wine Museum, housed in an awe-inspiring building. Alternatively, be treated to a spectacular sound and light show, Les Bassins de Lumieres. Or, explore the enriching city of Bordeaux at your own leisure. In the evening, enjoy a spectacular illumination cruise, gazing at the iconic structures of Bordeaux as they glow against the night sky. (B,L,D)
Day 8 - Thursday - Nov 14, 2024
Bordeaux, France
Bordeaux, France
Disembark the ship and prepare for your flight home. (B)

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