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7 Night Taste of Bordeaux Cruise from Bordeaux

Ship: AmaDolce
Cruise Line: AMA Waterways
Sailed:  Thursday, Aug 1, 2024 from Bordeaux, France
Ended: Thursday, Aug 8, 2024
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Thursday, Aug 1, 2024 departure of the AmaDolce. If AMA Waterways modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.
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Day by Day Summary and Map

Day 1 - Thursday - Aug 1, 2024
Bordeaux, France
Bordeaux, France      
Embark the ship for your Taste of Bordeaux cruise. (D)
Day 2 - Friday - Aug 2, 2024
Libourne, France
Libourne, France      
Bus Travel      
Saint-Emilion, France      
Bus Travel      
Libourne, France      
Welcome to Libourne, a gateway to one of Bordeaux's most elite wine regions. Join an excursion to Saint-Emilion, known for its celebrated vineyards, and while here, explore the monolithic church carved out of one piece of limestone rock, and then go under the church to discover its catacombs and caves. Afterwards, enjoy a Grand Cru Classe wine tasting at either Chateau de Ferrand or Chateau de Pressac. Alternatively, you can enjoy an excursion to Saint-Emilion solely to discover more of the small historic town. If you prefer a more active adventure, pedal through the vineyard-rich countryside to Saint-Emilion. (B,L,D)
Day 3 - Saturday - Aug 3, 2024
Libourne, France
Libourne, France      
Stroll through the colorful, open-air market, tasting some of the region's specialties. As a unique alternative, travel back in time to visit an ancient watermill and learn the tradition of breadmaking. Or, you can get your heart pumping by venturing deeper into town by hiking through one of Libourne's renowned vineyards, accompanied by a tasting of local wine and tapas. (B,L,D)
Day 4 - Sunday - Aug 4, 2024
Blaye, France
Blaye, France      
Bourg, France      
Once in Blaye, you can join a tour of its 17th-century citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. For a more active excursion, take a bike ride around Blaye along a former railway. Later in the day, you can choose to bike from Blaye through the idyllic French countryside to Bourg. Or, in the ancient village of Bourg, take a walking tour and visit the Carriage Museum, which houses a wonderful collection of horse-drawn vehicles, and the World War II petrol cistern. Towards the evening, experience the hospitality of this charming medieval village with an exclusive wine festival. Meet the local wine growers and taste the fruits of their labors as well as enjoy live French music and dancing. (B,L,D)
Day 5 - Monday - Aug 5, 2024
Fort Medoc, France
Fort Medoc, France      
Cussac-Fort-Medoc is a peaceful commune in southwestern France and your is gateway to the famed Medoc region, renowned for producing some of the world's finest Bordeaux wines. You will see some of the most beautiful and famous wine estates, including Chateau Latour, Chateau Mouton Rothschild, Chateau Lafite Rothschild, and Chateau Pichon Longueville. You'll then visit either Chateau Leoville Barton or Chateau Leoville Poyferre for a tasting of Grand Cru wines. More active guests can hike through the vineyards of Chateau Margaux and taste local specialties. Alternatively, you may enjoy a drive along the coast to Soulac-sur-Mer where you'll see unique sights, such as the Statue of Liberty and the Cordouan Lighthouse known to be the oldest in France. (B,L,D)
Day 6 - Tuesday - Aug 6, 2024
Cadillac, France
Cadillac, France      
Visit the impressive Castle of Roquetaillade, an amazingly preserved masterpiece of medieval military architecture owned by the same noble family for 700 years and travel to the Sauternes wine region to either Chateau de Rayne Vigneau or Chateau Guiraud to taste the highly prized golden-hued sweet wines produced here. For those wishing to explore more of the history on the decadent castles, you can enjoy a visit to the Roquetaillade and Cadillac castles. Or, pedal through the charming town of Cadillac for a guided bike tour. (B,L,D)
Day 7 - Wednesday - Aug 7, 2024
Bordeaux, France
Bordeaux, France      
The breathtaking capital of the wine world, Bordeaux is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and classified as a "City of Art and History". You'll have an opportunity to experience much of the rich culture and architecture on a city tour followed by a visit to the famed indoor Les Halles de Bacalan market for a tasting of local specialties to please the palate. Bike enthusiasts will wish to join a tour along the city's amazing network of bicycle paths. Depending on your interests, you have a choice from three excursions in the afternoon. Enjoy a visit to the immersive and interactive Bordeaux Wine Museum, housed in an awe-inspiring building. Alternatively, be treated to a spectacular sound and light show, Les Bassins de Lumieres. (B,L,D)
Day 8 - Thursday - Aug 8, 2024
Bordeaux, France
Bordeaux, France      
Disembark the ship and prepare for your flight home. (B)