Your journey starts in Bordeaux on a luxurious river cruise. Your friendly crew are ready to receive you on board the luxurious Scenic Diamond. Bordeaux is one of the most desirable places in France to live and visit, with its waterfront rich in architecture and bustling with locals and visitors promenading, sipping coffee or wine from the surrounding renowned vineyards, a landscape that’s also dotted with beautiful castles.
This morning is spent on board relaxing as you cruise into the beautiful 13th century port of Libourne. Head up to the Sun Deck to bask in the sunshine and enjoy the scenery along the Dordogne River rolling by. Or perhaps drop into Scenic Culinaire for a French cooking class. Spend the afternoon in the nearby town of Saint-Émilion, a World Heritage-listed medieval village with world-famous wineries, beautiful architecture and historic monuments. You will enjoy a guided tour of the caves and catacombs beneath the city, including a Monolithic church built from limestone, whose 38-metre-long bell tower can be seen above ground. This evening your Scenic Space-Ship will be docked overnight in Libourne.
This morning spend your time on a Scenic Freechoice activity. In the afternoon your Scenic Space-Ship will sail onwards to Fort Medoc where you will dock overnight.
The name Médoc is synonymous with exceptional wines. Considered the world’s leading red wine producer, Médoc has been a winemaking region since the 18th century. Today you will have the chance to explore this remarkable wine region. onight, enjoy an exclusive Scenic Enrich experience: Classical Concert at Chateau d’Agassac: Set in spectacular surrounds in the Médoc countryside, Château d’Agassac is truly enchanting. Dating back to the 13th century the Château is one of the oldest winemaking establishments in the region and is the venue for your unforgettable evening concert. Wander through the château and its gardens and soak in the ambiance of this magnificent property before a string quartet performs classical masterpieces for your enjoyment.
This morning will be spent cruising towards Cadillac. Founded in the 13th century, the charming, fortified city of Cadillac is centred around its magnificent château. Seventeenth century French explorer Anthony Laumet rose high in the French fur trade and in 1701 established the port of Fort Pontchartrain du Détroit, which would become modern day Detroit where the American auto industry began. The Cadillac car is named in his honour.
Today you have the choice between many different experiences in the region surrounding Cadillac, from its bucolic countryside to its historic castles.
This morning you will wake in the fascinating city of Bordeaux, which you can explore by foot, bike or through a cooking class. It has been an important trading port since the Middle Ages, thanks to its strategic location on the river flowing to a sea port.
Today you’ll continue your exploration of Bordeaux and its surrounding regions with a Scenic Freechoice experience. This afternoon you’ll enjoy time at leisure on board as you sail towards Bourg.
Your ultra-luxury Scenic Space-Ship will be docked in Bourg today, a picturesque town set on a rocky promontory. Built as a defensive château, it’s a maze of ancient alleyways, moats and bell towers on the Dordogne.
This morning you will sail towards Blaye. Most famously, this petite hamlet is home to a World Heritage-listed citadel that was constructed to protect Bordeaux city, from enemy attacks.
Disembark after breakfast and transfer to Bordeaux airport or train station for your onward journey. Please note: The Gironde, Dordogne and Garonne waterways are part of a tidal river system which results in changing water levels in the region. Every effort is made to keep to the brochure itinerary however based on tides it will be amended or modified. Please refer to Scenic’s terms and conditions.
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Advertised prices are per person twin share, correct at time of publication and are subject to availability and change and can be withdrawn or amended at any time without notification due to fluctuations in charges, taxes and currency. Offer is not combinable with any other offer. Conditions for $300pp discount: Valid for 2025 River Cruises. Discount is valid for new bookings only, made before 15 November 2024. Discount is per person, per booking, maximum of 1 discount per person. The offer is included in the pricing. Offers can be combined with Earlybird offers and Super Earlybirds. FULL PAYMENT REQUIRED 10 MONTHS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE. Dollar Discount is available on select cruises and departure dates. Applicable to all cabin types. Offer cannot be combined with any other Super Earlybird/ Earlybird. If booking inside of 10 months prior, payment is required within 30 days. All beverages are included except a very small number of fine and vintage wines, Champagne and spirits. Offers are non-transferable and cannot be altered or exchanged for cash, or other goods and services. Any unused portion of the offer will be forfeited. All offers are subject to availability, for new bookings only and subject to full terms and conditions. Prices, dates and availability are correct as at 22/10/2024. BOD – based on departure 5 October 2025 – BOD051025.1 Category E Standard Suite. Payment by credit card may attract a merchant fee. Service fees not included. To be read in conjunction with Scenic Booking Conditions. Itineraries subject to change. Change and cancellation fees may apply. Your personal travel manager may charge additional service fees. Other conditions apply. Please view the TravelManagers general terms and conditions here and contact your personal travel manager for more details.
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