Cruise through the Aquitaine Region from Bordeaux to Royan, along the Gironde Estuary and the Garonne and Dordogne Rivers

Included in tour package:<ul><li>Pauillac and the Ch&#226;teaux du M&#233;doc route</li><li>Guided tour of Royan on foot</li><li>Rochefort and La Rochelle</li><li>Saint Emilion</li><li>Ch&#226;teau de Roquetaillade and Cadillac</li><li>Bordeaux, the Chartrons District</li></ul>

The Chartrons District, Wine and Commerce Museum. Set out with your guide on foot to explore the old neighborhood where wine merchants performed their trade&mdash;the Chartrons District. You&#39;ll visit the Wine and Commerce Museum to trace the history of Bordeaux&#39;s classic nectar. We&#39;ll enjoy a tasting of wine.*PLEASE NOTE<ul><li>Please wear sturdy shoes</li><li>*alcohol abuse is dangerous to your heath, consume with moderation.</li><li>The order of visits can be modified.</li><li>Times are approximate.</li></ul>

Bordeaux, the Chartrons District, Wine and Commerce Museum

Departure by coach from Libourne for the excursion to Saint-Emilion. Guided tour of the underground monuments in Saint-Emilion village. Your guide will tell you all about the history of the medieval town. You will then visit an exceptional troglodytic site with, undoubtedly, its most original monument, the Monolithic church. Hewn entirely in limestone, it is the largest in Europe. You will then depart for a visit of a family-owned wine-growing estate, where you will be welcomed by the owner, who will explain the stages of the wine-making process in Saint-Emilion. A commented wine-tasting* session will complete the visit. Return to Libourne by coach.

PLEASE NOTE

<ul>
	<li>The tour will take place entirely on foot, so wear sturdy shoes</li>
	<li>The visit of the underground sites involves certain rooms which may be poorly lit and confined.</li>
	<li>*alcohol abuse is dangerous to your heath, consume with moderation.</li>
	<li>The order of visits can be modified.</li>
	<li>Times are approximate.</li>
</ul>

Guided tour of Saint Emilion and wine tasting

Departure by coach from Pauillac to discover the M&eacute;doc, prestigious wine-growing region. A corner of the world that produces the most prestigious red wines on the planet, tightly wedged between an ocean and an estuary. A mild, humid microclimate which has been favorable to the development of the vines. We will go through most of the M&eacute;doc appellations (Saint Julien, Margaux, Haut-M&eacute;doc). On the famous Ch&acirc;teaux Route, we will stop to taste the famous wines of the region. On the way you will see major domains such as Ch&acirc;teaux Laffitte-Rothschild, Latour and Mouton Rothschild. Return to the boat at the end of the afternoon.

PLEASE NOTE

<ul>
	<li>Visit mostly by coach.</li>
	<li>Alcohol can be harmful to your health. Please drink in moderation.</li>
	<li>Valid only if pre-booked.</li>
	<li>The order of the visits can change.</li>
	<li>Times are approximate.</li>
</ul>

Pauillac and the Ch&acirc;teaux du Medoc Route

Departure by coach for the Ch&acirc;teau de Roquetaillade. This magnificent and prestigious medieval castle is listed as a 12th and 14th centuries historic monument. You will see its medieval keeps, the first Renaissance chimneys in the region (1600), but above all the unique 19th century interiors, a masterpiece by Viollet-le-Duc today classified as a historic monument. Along the way, we will visit a vineyard in the Sauternes area where we&#39;ll enjoy a tasting of the famous Sauternes wine*. Return to Cadillac and guided tour of the town. Located on the right bank of the Garonne, the Grailly family, lords of Cadillac, founded this &quot;bastide&quot; (walled town) where the Duke of Epernon built his sumptuous castle. See its gates and ramparts listed as historic monuments, its central square surrounded by arcades, its antique houses and its 15th century church. Return to the boat by coach.

PLEASE NOTE

<ul>
	<li>Good walking shoes are recommended.</li>
	<li>The order of the visits can change.</li>
	<li>Times are approximate.</li>
	<li>*Alcohol can be harmful to your health. Please drink in moderation.</li>
</ul>

Guided tour of the Ch&acirc;teau de Roquetaillade and Cadillac

We&rsquo;ll leave by coach for Rochefort. Rochefort was originally chosen by Jean-Baptiste Colbert as a refuge, defense, and supply post for the French navy back in the mid-1660s. Its arsenal remained a naval base and dockyard until as late as 1926. The historical downtown area boasts lovely private mansions and beautiful homes where the legendary sailors and explorers lived and which still retain their air of adventure and glamor. We&rsquo;ll then visit the Corderie Royale, a historical rope-making factory. Built between 1666 and 1669, it was the first industrial building in France, and the factory provided ropes for the French Navy and its ships for over three centuries. We&rsquo;ll tour the main building and learn about the techniques used to produce the ropes used on the large sailing ships. Afterwards, we&rsquo;ll head to La Rochelle. We&rsquo;ll stop for lunch in a local restaurant. The over 1,000-year-old city of La Rochelle is the capital of the Charente Maritime. It&rsquo;s tucked along the Bay of Biscay and contains some of the most beautiful natural and architectural heritage in the area. During a guided tour of the old town and port, you&rsquo;ll learn about the Grosse-Horloge gate, the Renaissance arcades, the lovely half-timbered homes, finely sculpted facades of the private mansions, and the cathedral. Enjoy some free time before returning to the ship. At the end of our afternoon, we&rsquo;ll return to Royan.

PLEASE NOTE

<ul>
	<li>The order of the visits can change.</li>
	<li>Times are approximate.</li>
</ul>

The seaside cities of Rochefort and La Rochelle

We&#8217;ll leave on foot to discover Royan, a fascinating seaside city and official French "Ville d&#8217;Art et d&#8217;Histoire." Villas from the Belle &#201;poque and charming "retro" homes from the 1950s line the waterfront. This urban hike will bring you to the Church of Our Lady of Royan, a cornerstone of the city's modern heritage. Designed by architects Guillaume Gillet and Marc H&#233;brard after severe bombings during World War II, the reinforced-concrete architecture features sleek lines and geometric shapes. Discover the surprising sides of Royan as you stroll its streets.Enjoy some time on your own. The port is conveniently located in the city center, so you'll be able to return to the ship at your own pace. Take in the unique ambiance of this top tourist destination on the Atlantic coast.PLEASE NOTE<ul><li>The order of the visits can change.</li><li>Times are approximate.</li></ul>

Guided tour of Royan on foot

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Included in tour package: Pauillac and the Châteaux du Médoc route Guided tour of Royan on foot Rochefort and La Rochelle Saint Emilion Château de Roquetaillade and Cadillac Bordeaux, the Chartrons District

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