Brilliant Bordeaux on Uniworld’s S.S. Bon Voyage

Your journey begins with a motorcoach transfer from Central PA to a local international airport for an overnight flight* to Bordeaux-Mérignac International Airport.

*Air Schedule will be shared once available. Group air schedule is in economy class. Seat assignments are controlled by the airline. Specific seat requests cannot be guaranteed.  Air upgrades may be available and are by request only and are not guaranteed. 

Welcome to France as you arrive in Bordeaux and Embark on your European Journey.

The French phrase “la douceur de vivre” is an accurate description for your time in Cadillac, known for its deliciously flavored dessert wines. Visit Château Royal de Cazeneuve, site of Henry IV’s and Queen Margot’s tempestuous love. Meet the owner around a glass of Sauternes in the reception hall.

The legendary Médoc region abounds with prestigious wine châteaux in a dizzying array of architectural styles, as well as miles of grapevines stretching to infinity. Take a scenic drive through the storied Médoc wine route, followed by a wine tasting at a beautiful wine estate.

The Route de la Corniche Fleurie…could this be the most beautiful road you’ve ever traveled? Find out today on the drive to Blaye Fortress, passing through one impossibly picturesque hamlet after another. Once you arrive, you’ll discover the wonders of this historic fortress, a UNESCO-designated citadel that once protected Bordeaux from attacks by sea.

Included Excursion: Bourg sur Gironde Stroll.  Optional Excursions- Your Choice of: Intimate Experience with Local Wine & Art Connoisseurs –OR- Panoramas of Route de la Corniche Fleurie with Blaye Fortress.

With Libourne as your base, travel to nearby breathtaking Saint-Émilion and immerse yourself more deeply in the region’s history and wine culture. The medieval town of Saint-Émilion is an ideal place to linger. Wander its cobblestone lanes lined with wine shops and bakeries, and stop to admire the amazing rock-hewn church that extends beneath the city’s streets.

Included Excursion: Saint-Emilion Walking Tour With Wine Tasting

France’s rich agricultural tradition is the heart and soul of the region’s exquisite cuisine—and what better way to get a taste for the freshest vegetables, cheeses, breads and fruits than with a visit to Libourne’s lively farmers’ market?

Discover Bordeaux’s many charms today, either on foot with a local expert or on two wheels—the locals’ preferred way to navigate the city’s charming backstreets. You have a wonderful selection of active opportunities to see this magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Optional Excursions- Your Choice of: Do as the Locals Do: Bordeaux Walking Tour –OR- Let’s Go: Bike Bordeaux Backstreets

Disembark the ship. You will be transferred to Bordeaux-Mérignac International Airport for your flight and transportation back to Central PA.

*The itinerary is subject to change at any time without advanced notice and or compensation.

*Air Schedule will be shared once available. Group air schedule is in economy class. Seat assignments are controlled by the airline. Specific seat requests cannot be guaranteed.  Air upgrades may be available and are by request only and are not guaranteed. Air upgrade requests may not be on the same flight schedule as the rest of the group and must be requested at the time of the initial deposit.