Chateaux, Rivers & Wine

From $2,799 per person

8 days

Ship: Viking Forseti

Map of Bordeaux and surrounds, highlighting points of interest in the Aquitaine region for a wine-focused journey.
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Discover the ports, vineyards, farms and forests of Aquitaine, once Europe’s richest kingdom. See Bordeaux’s fountains and cellars. Hunt for truffles in Périgord, and create your own personal blend of Cognac at the Camus distillery. Savor France’s finest oysters fresh from the bay at Arcachon. Sip Saint-Émilion, Médoc and Sauternes in their own <i>terroir</i>&nbsp;on an eight-day cruise through Bordeaux—a region synonymous with fine wine and finer living.

Journey Summary

  • Day 1 - Bordeaux
  • Day 2 - Bordeaux
  • Day 3 - Scenic Sailing: Dordogne River
  • Day 4 - Libourne
  • Day 5 - Libourne
  • Day 6 - Saint-Émilion
  • Day 7 - Bourg
  • Day 8 - Blaye

Detailed Itinerary

Day-by-day description of your cruise and cruise activities.

Day 1 - June 29, 2025

Bordeaux

Day 2 - June 30, 2025

Bordeaux

Day 3 - July 01, 2025

Scenic Sailing: Dordogne River

Day 4 - July 02, 2025

Libourne

Day 5 - July 03, 2025

Libourne

Day 6 - July 04, 2025

Saint-Émilion

Day 7 - July 05, 2025

Bourg

Day 8 - July 06, 2025

Blaye

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Viking Forseti sailing on a tranquil river with picturesque towns and hills in the background, showcasing river cruising beauty.
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