Day 1 | Bordeaux
Arrive in Bordeaux and step aboard your luxury river ship. Settle into your French-balcony stateroom, enjoy a welcome toast, and prepare for a week of indulgence in the heart of wine country.

Day 2 | Libourne & Saint-Émilion
Venture into the medieval village of Saint-Émilion, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore its limestone-carved church and cobbled lanes before sampling Grand Cru wines in atmospheric cellars. Active travellers can cycle through the vineyards.

Day 3 | Libourne
Wake to the charm of Libourne’s bustling market. Choose from a guided visit, a trip to a historic watermill, or a vineyard hike with tapas and local wines along the way.

Day 4 | Blaye & Bourg
Walk or cycle through Blaye’s UNESCO-listed citadel, standing guard over the Gironde estuary. In the evening, enjoy Bourg’s festival atmosphere with local wine, music, and dancing.

Day 5 | Pauillac (Médoc)
Today is dedicated to the prestigious Médoc wine route. Sample bold reds at world-renowned estates, stroll through vineyards, or hike the rolling countryside that defines this iconic wine region.

Day 6 | Cadillac & Sauternes
Step into the fairy-tale Roquetaillade Castle before sampling golden-hued Sauternes, wines treasured for centuries. Optional castle tours and vineyard bike rides offer different ways to explore.

Day 7 | Bordeaux
Return to Bordeaux and take a guided city tour to admire its elegant 18th-century architecture. Visit La Cité du Vin wine museum or marvel at the immersive light displays at Bassins des Lumières. In the evening, raise a final glass to a week of memories.

Day 8 | Disembarkation
Say farewell to Bordeaux, taking with you the warmth of its people, the taste of its wines, and the gentle rhythm of river life.