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8 Days
From £2,398
In association with Uniworld
Take advantage of a no single supplement offer on this seven-night river cruise, discovering the best of Bordeaux.

Why we love this trip: The perfect way to explore Bordeaux is by five-star luxury river cruise. Visit beautiful medieval towns and stunning chateaux, and sample delicious local wines.

With breathtaking scenery and glorious weather throughout the year, Bordeaux and its surrounding countryside is one of the loveliest French regions for any lover of good wine and food to explore.

On this eight-day luxury river cruise along the Garonne, Dordogne, and Gironde rivers, you'll experience the region in all it's beauty. A river cruise offers incredible scenery right outside your window, with your view constantly changing around you. There's no better way to enjoy the heart of countries than silently passing through onboard your floating boutique hotel. Setting off from Bordeaux, you'll discover the UNESCO-listed citadel in Blaye, with its magnificent historic fortress. You'll travel onwards to visit traditional wineries and charming châteaux in Cussac Fort Médoc, Cadillac, and Saint-Émilion while learning all about this romantic region's history and wine culture. Your gourmet voyage ends where it began - in beautiful Bordeaux.

You'll travel on France's newest and most luxurious river cruise ship, the S.S. Bon Voyage. It's thoughtfully designed to immerse guests in French culture, art, and wine. On board, you'll find a choice of restaurants offering freshly prepared five-star cuisine, an infinity pool and sun deck, a fitness centre, and the luxury Serenity River Spa.


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Departs every Sunday until 27 October 2024, 2025 dates also available, offer available on selected dates, please call for details.
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Price includes

  • Enjoy six days of immersive, flexible, and specially curated excursions

  • Sail on the luxury S.S Bon Voyage in a Classic Stateroom

  • Enjoy delicious meals and drinks on board, prepared with the finest ingredients

  • No solo supplement offer if you are travelling alone

  • Also included: Onboard gratuities, Eurostar or return flights from a range of UK airports, seven night's all-inclusive sailing

Availability

From
Fri, Fri, Nov 1, 2024
To
Fri, Fri, Oct 31, 2025
Duration
8 days
Price per person
£2,398*

* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a classic cabin with a 13 April 2025 departure date, subject to availability and includes savings. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. No single supplement on selected departures. Deposit 15% plus flight supplements. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. In the case of unforeseen circumstances, expert(s) may be substituted, and any expert-led events may be subject to change. Expert(s) will not join you for your full trip duration unless otherwise stated. Travel insurance is not included and should be taken out at time of booking. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Uniworld River Cruises Limited.

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Itinerary

  1. Day
    1
    Arrive in Bordeaux
    Bordeaux, France

    Today you'll arrive in Bordeaux-Mérignac and transfer to your ship.

    Meals - Dinner
  2. Day
    2
    Cadillac
    Cadillac, France

    The French phrase 'la douceur de vivre' will accurately describe your time in Cadillac, known for its deliciously flavoured dessert wines. Today you'll visit Château Royal de Cazeneuve, the site of Henry IV's and Queen Margot's tempestuous love and meet the current owner for a glass of Sauternes in the reception hall.

    In the evening, a special Captain's Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you.

    Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  3. Day
    3
    Cussac Fort Medoc
    Médoc, France

    This morning, you will take a scenic drive along the storied Médoc wine route, followed by a wine tasting at a beautiful wine estate.

    This evening, enjoy dinner onboard.

    Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  4. Day
    4
    Blaye, Bourg sur Gironde
    Blaye, France

    Today you'll drive along the beautiful Route de la Corniche Fleurie 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.

    Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  5. Day
    5
    Liborne, Saint-Emilion
    Saint Emilion, France

    With Libourne as your base, today you'll travel to the nearby 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. To finish off the day, there'll be a wine tasting in the cellars of a Grand Cru estate.

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    Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  6. Day
    6
    Libourne, Bordeaux
    Libourne, France

    France's rich agricultural tradition is the heart and soul of the region's exquisite cuisine. Today you'll get a taste of the freshest vegetables, cheeses, breads and fruits on a visit to Libourne's lively farmers' market.

    Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  7. Day
    7
    Bordeaux
    Bordeaux, France

    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. You'll visit the Cité du Vin museum and learn even more about the region's fine wines.

    This evening, a special Captain's Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you.

    Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  8. Day
    8
    Depart Bordeaux
    Bordeaux, France

    Today you'll disembark and transfer to the airport or train station to make your way home.

    Meals - Breakfast

Accommodation

SS Bon Voyage

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Cruise ship

Sailing with Uniworld is like cruising in a five-star hotel – you’ll enjoy industry- leading service throughout your journey through the beautiful countryside.

The SS Bon Voyage is a luxury river ship uniquely designed to immerse guests in French culture, art, and wine, from its stunning polished wood lobby to the staterooms with luxury marble bathrooms and Savoir beds. On board, you will find a choice of restaurants offering freshly prepared five-star cuisine and fine wines. There is nothing better than relaxing on the sundeck enjoying the ever-changing scenery or taking a dip in the only infinity pool on the world's rivers.

Brought to you by

Uniworld
This tour is operated solely by Uniworld
Uniworld is one of the world's outstanding luxury river cruise lines. The company’s European fleet features luxurious ships with an average capacity of 130 guests, the highest staff-to-guest ratio in the river cruise industry, enticing shore excursions, world-class gourmet cuisine, impeccable hospitality, and numerous other all-inclusive benefits.

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Availability

From
Fri, Fri, Nov 1, 2024
To
Fri, Fri, Oct 31, 2025
Duration
8 days
Price per person
£2,398*

* From price is per person, based on two people sharing a classic cabin with a 13 April 2025 departure date, subject to availability and includes savings. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. No single supplement on selected departures. Deposit 15% plus flight supplements. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. In the case of unforeseen circumstances, expert(s) may be substituted, and any expert-led events may be subject to change. Expert(s) will not join you for your full trip duration unless otherwise stated. Travel insurance is not included and should be taken out at time of booking. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of Uniworld River Cruises Limited.

Call now to book 08082394833
Quote ref: GHK UW BORDEAUX