Sail in Bordeaux with Avalon Waterways
- A VIEW WITH A ROOM: Invite the view inside with river cruising's only Open-Air Balcony. With floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall Panorama Windows, there's nothing between you and the view!
- THE TALL AND SHORT OF IT: Your sitting-area table is adjustable with a periscoping feature to raise it higher or lower it to your comfort level.
- 40 WINKS. 4 WAYS: Get your zzz’s your way with your choice of Comfort Collection mattress firmness—very soft, soft, firm, or very firm. Cruise with the world at your feet in your window-facing bed.
Photo: Itinerary Map
Bid bonjour to the bountiful beauty of Bordeaux with a captivating cruise on the Garonne and Dordogne Rivers to delight in one of France’s most exquisite regions. Embark from Bordeaux itself, the capital of the splendid Nouvelle-Aquitaine region—famed for its legendary vineyards and wines. Be carried away by Avalon’s signature included Classic, Active, or Discovery experiences of your choice—from the regal histories of castles and Châteaux to the romantic cellars where wine bouquets and bon-vivant cuisine tempt the palate. While the landscapes and lush pastoral treasures are plentiful along the shores of the Garonne and Dordogne, Avalon elevates each immersive experience for a deeper discovery of the cultural and architectural treasures that recall the rich traditions of Southwest France. From unparalleled panoramic drives to forested two-wheel excursions by bike to the delicacies of seaside Arcachon—the world is your oyster on this adventure in la belle vie of Bordeaux!
Itinerary Details:
Day 1: Bordeaux, France (Embarkation)
Day 2: Cadillac-Sur-Garonne
Day 3: Cussac Fort Medoc
Day 4: Blaye-Bourg
Day 5: Libourne. Excursion to Saint-Emilion
Day 6: Bordeaux
Day 7: Bordeaux. Excursion To Arcachon's Bay
Day 8: Bordeaux (Disembarkation)