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Bonjour Bordeaux: Chateaux, Wineries & Charming Villages Cruise
From £1,700 pp
Bid bonjour to the bountiful beauty of Bordeaux with a captivating cruise on the Garonne and Dordogne Rivers to delight in one of France’s most exquisite regions. Embark from Bordeaux itself, the capital of the splendid Nouvelle-Aquitaine region—famed for its legendary vineyards and wines. Be carried away by Avalon’s signature included Classic, Active, or Discovery experiences of your choice—from the regal histories of castles and Châteaux to the romantic cellars where wine bouquets and bon-vivant cuisine tempt the palate. While the landscapes and lush pastoral treasures are plentiful along the shores of the Garonne and Dordogne, Avalon elevates each immersive experience for a deeper discovery of the cultural and architectural treasures that recall the rich traditions of Southwest France. From unparalleled panoramic drives to forested two-wheel excursions by bike to the delicacies of seaside Arcachon—the world is your oyster on this adventure in la belle vie of Bordeaux!
What’s Included:
- Beautifully appointed accommodation with private bathroom and premium L’Occitaine toiletries
- Fine dining with all meals on board including full breakfast, buffet lunch and waiter service dinner
- Afternoon tea and cakes
- Regional wines and beers served with lunch and dinner, sparkling wine with breakfast
- 1 hr included drinks each evening
- Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner and Captain’s Gala Dinner
- Included tours and excursions with state-of-the-art audio headsets
- 24 hour beverage station serving speciality teas and coffees
- All onboard entertainment including talks, cooking demonstrations, musical performances and nightly piano music
- Bottled water in every stateroom
- Complimentary Wi-Fi onboard
- Services of a professional Cruise Director
- Gratuities
Prices are per person, based on two people sharing a twin cabin. Flight inclusive packages on request from £299 per person
Welcome to France! Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding
Flights into Bordeaux must arrive by 3 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.
Your day is free to explore the city before starting your cruise on the Garonne and Dordogne. Get acquainted with this city, capital of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region and famous worldwide for its vineyards and wines.
This evening, enjoy a very special scenic sailing in Bordeaux.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BORDEAUX
Day 2 - Bordeaux - Pauillac
On the Steps of Montesquieu
Discovery Excursion – Join a delicious onboard experience in Bordeaux wines with a presentation by a worldclass wine sommelier.
Classic Excursion – Take a guided tour of Château de la Brède—birthplace of Montesquieu—political philosopher and author of “The Spirit of Law.” Visit the fortress-style castle still reflected in its impressive moat, OR:
Discovery Excursion – Join a guided visit with wine tasting at a local wine estate. Sip the sweet notes and fresh acidity of Sauternes, the beloved golden-yellow wine.
This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board your Suite Ship®.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN PAUILLAC
Day 3 - Cussac Fort Médoc
Bikes, Vines, and Wines
This morning, enjoy a leisurely sailing to Cussac Fort Médoc
Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host.
Active Excursion – Enjoy a relaxing E-bike guided tour in Bordeaux’s finest wine region. You will be amazed by the picturesque countryside while you enjoy a wonderful ride through the vineyards, OR:
Discovery Excursion – Join a guided tour to discover the culture and traditions of the southern Médoc region at one of Margaux’ beautiful château and enjoy a wine tasting, OR:
Classic Excursion – Take a scenic drive through the famed Médoc wine country and enjoy a tasting of their wonderful wines, with Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon as protagonists.
This evening, enjoy a brief sailing to Blaye.
Day 4 - Blaye - Bourg
Fine Art, Fine Bubbly, and a Fine Day for a Drive
Ask your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.
Active Excursion – Join a refreshing power walk through the historic Citadel of Blaye with your Adventure Host, OR:
Discovery Excursion – Join a guided tour to discover Blaye from a different perspective, including a visit to a local art gallery with wine tasting, OR:
Classic Excursion – Take a panoramic drive following the famed Route de la Corniche along the right banks of the River Dordogne, followed by a guided visit to the Citadel of Blaye, an UNESCO World Heritage site.
Relaxing afternoon sailing on the Dordogne River to Bourg.
Classic Excursion – Take a wonderful walking tour in the Citadel of Bourg on the banks of the Dordogne River and visit the carriage museum.
Alternatively, join an optional guided excursion to learn how the Fine Champagne of Cognac is made while enjoying a Rémy Martin tasting.
Later, enjoy live entertainment on board your ship.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BOURG
Day 5 - Libourne - excursion to Saint Émilion
The Village Amid the Vineyards
Discovery Excursion – Enjoy a guided visit to Saint-Émilion to discover one Bordeaux’ must-see wine-growing towns and celebrate your day with a wine tasting, OR:
Classic Excursion – Join a guided tour of the medieval village of Saint Émilion—a UNESCO World Heritage site of legends and legendary landscapes, OR:
Take an orientation walking tour to discover the history and beauty of Libourne, where wine and wonderful views are cherished in the 12th-century fortified town.
Discovery Excursion – Onboard lecture about WWII hosted by a history expert.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN LIBOURNE
Day 6 - Bordeaux
Bordeaux Sights and Brilliant Lights
Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.
Discovery Excursion – While sailing to Bordeaux, enjoy a pastry demonstration.
Active Excursion – Join your Adventure Host for a bike ride along Bordeaux’ postcard river views of the Les Quais, OR:
Classic Excursion – Join a guided walking tour to discover the heart of Bordeaux with a stroll amid its stunning squares, avenues, and cathedrals sights.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BORDEAUX
Day 7 - Bordeaux - excursion to Arcachon Bay
Seas, Shells, and Sips
Active Excursion – Join your Adventure Host for a bike ride along Bordeaux’ postcard river views of the Les Quais, OR:
Classic Excursion – Take a guided tour to La Cité du Vin, Bordeaux’s iconic wine museum and cultural center, OR:
Classic Excursion – Join a full-day guided tour of the seaside resort of Arcachon on the Atlantic coast. Gaze upon its 19th-century architectural treasures and taste its local delicacy of oysters and wine.
This afternoon, consider an optional guided excursion to Les Bassins des Lumières for a breathtaking visit to the submarine base where art and music surround you in an immersive experience.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BORDEAUX
Day 8 - Disembarkation, Bordeaux
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.
At 110m in length these are the smaller of Avalon’s two Suite Ship families, accommodating 128 passengers and features two full decks of Panorama Suites. With wall-to-wall panoramic windows that transform into a unique open-air balcony, the suites are the ideal setting for stretching out and relaxing or even throwing a private cocktail party for up to six adults in the spacious sitting area. On board, passengers enjoy free Wi-Fi access and complimentary computer use in public areas, a fitness centre, a hair salon, lift, and an expansive Sky Deck with shade system, premium lounge chairs, whirlpool, deck games and the delightful Sky Bistro for al fresco lunches of light grill fare.
Ships:
- Avalon Imagery II
- Avalon Poetry II
- Avalon Tranquillity II
- Avalon Tapestry II
Onboard Features & Facilities
- Two full decks of suite accommodation
- Wall-to-wall panoramic windows opening to create an Open-Air Balcony℠ in every suite
- Spacious Sky Deck with sun-shades, premium lounge chairs and whirlpool
- Open-air bistro on the Sky Deck
- Elegant open-seating dining room including a five-star fine dining service
- Self service hot drinks centre with complimentary coffee & tea throughout the day
- Panoramic lounge with first class bar serving premium spirits
- Stern Club Lounge & library
- Fitness centre
- Internet centre & complimentary Wi-Fi
- Lift to cabin decks
- Laundry service*
- Complimentary bicycles
* Payable locally.
Accommodation & Amenities
58 elegantly appointed staterooms and suites range in size from 172-300 ft². On the middle and upper decks, Panorama Suites are 200 ft² and feature Avalon’s trademark extra-wide 11 ft, French balconies with the bed angled towards the windows to really soak up those views. Royal Suites on the upper deck are even larger at 300 ft² and have an extended seating area with a sofa, armchairs and a table a larger bathrooms and separate WC.
Royal Suite
300 ft² – Royal (Upper) Deck
- Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows opens to transform the living space into a large Open-Air Balcony
- Separate seating area with Sofa, armchairs and table
- Large private bathroom with glass shower enclosure, twin wash basin, premium L’Occitaine toiletries, bathrobes and slippers
- Separate WC
- Comfort Collection Beds℠, featuring premium mattress covers, Egyptian super-combed cotton linens and European-style duvets
- Nightly turn-down service & Pillow menu
- In room safe, mini-bar, hair dryer, full-length mirror, plenty of storage space & telephone
- Flat-screen televisions with satellite TV channels, GPS and for & aft camera views.
- Individually controlled air-conditioning
- Plenty of wardrobe space and under-bed storage
- Continental breakfast and beverage room service available
- Bottled water
Cat. P, A & B Panorama Suites
200 ft² – Royal (Upper) & Sapphire (Middle) Deck
- Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows opens to transform the living space into a large Open-Air Balcony
- Seating area with Sofa, armchair and table
- Private marble bathroom with glass shower enclosure, wash basin, WC, premium L’Occitaine toiletries, bathrobes and slippers
- Comfort Collection Beds℠, featuring premium mattress covers, Egyptian super-combed cotton linens and European-style duvets
- Nightly turn-down service & Pillow menu
- In room safe, mini-bar, hair dryer, full-length mirror, plenty of storage space & telephone
- Flat-screen televisions with satellite TV channels, GPS and for & aft camera views.
- Individually controlled air-conditioning
- Plenty of wardrobe space and under-bed storage
- Continental breakfast and beverage room service available
- Bottled water
Cat. D & E Deluxe Stateroom
172 ft² – Indigo (Lower) Deck
- Private marble bathroom with glass shower enclosure, wash basin, WC, premium L’Occitaine toiletries, bathrobes and slippers
- Comfort Collection Beds℠, featuring premium mattress covers, Egyptian super-combed cotton linens and European-style duvets
- Nightly turn-down service & Pillow menu
- In room safe, mini-bar, hair dryer, full-length mirror, plenty of storage space & telephone
- Flat-screen televisions with satellite TV channels, GPS and for & aft camera views.
- Individually controlled air-conditioning
- Plenty of wardrobe space and under-bed storage
- Continental breakfast and beverage room service available
- Bottled water
| Depart | Ship | Embark | From |
|---|
| Mar 31 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £1700 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £1700 | Was £3752 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £2250 | Was £5152 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | £5451 | Was £6651 |
| Apr 7 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £1700 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £1700 | Was £3908 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £2250 | Was £5308 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | £5607 | Was £6807 |
| Apr 14 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £2908 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £2908 | Was £3908 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £4307 | Was £5308 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | £5807 | Was £6807 |
| Apr 21 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £1700 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £1700 | Was £3986 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £2250 | Was £5386 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | £5685 | Was £6885 |
| Apr 28 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £1700 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £1700 | Was £4064 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £2250 | Was £5464 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | sold |
| May 5 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £1700 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £1700 | Was £4064 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £2250 | Was £5464 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | £5963 | Was £6963 |
| May 12 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £1700 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £1700 | Was £4064 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £2250 | Was £5464 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | £5963 | Was £6963 |
| May 19 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £1700 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £1700 | Was £4064 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £2250 | Was £5464 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | sold |
| May 26 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £3264 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £3264 | Was £4064 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £4763 | Was £5464 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | sold |
| Jun 2 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £3186 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £3186 | Was £3986 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £4585 | Was £5386 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | £6085 | Was £6885 |
| Jun 9 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £1700 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £1700 | Was £3986 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £2250 | Was £5386 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | £5685 | Was £6885 |
| Jun 16 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £1700 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £1700 | Was £3986 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £2250 | Was £5386 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | sold |
| Jun 23 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £1700 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £1700 | Was £3986 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £2250 | Was £5386 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | £5685 | Was £6885 |
| Jun 30 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £2300 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | sold | ||
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £2300 | Was £5386 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | £5885 | Was £6885 |
| Jul 7 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £1700 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £1700 | Was £3908 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £2300 | Was £5308 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | £5607 | Was £6807 |
| Jul 14 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £1700 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £1700 | Was £3908 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £2250 | Was £5308 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | £5607 | Was £6807 |
| Jul 21 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £1700 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £1700 | Was £3908 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £2250 | Was £5308 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | £5607 | Was £6807 |
| Jul 28 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £1700 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £1700 | Was £3908 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £2250 | Was £5308 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | £5607 | Was £6807 |
| Aug 4 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £1700 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £1700 | Was £3908 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £2250 | Was £5308 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | £5607 | Was £6807 |
| Aug 11 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £1700 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £1700 | Was £3908 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £2250 | Was £5308 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | sold |
| Aug 25 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £1700 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £1700 | Was £3986 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £2250 | Was £5386 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | £5685 | Was £6885 |
| Sep 1 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £1700 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £1700 | Was £4142 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £2250 | Was £5542 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | £6041 | Was £7041 |
| Sep 8 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £3542 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £3542 | Was £4142 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £5041 | Was £5542 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | £6641 | Was £7041 |
| Sep 15 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £3142 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £3142 | Was £4142 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £4641 | Was £5542 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | £6241 | Was £7041 |
| Sep 22 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £3142 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £3142 | Was £4142 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £4641 | Was £5542 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | £6241 | Was £7041 |
| Sep 29 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £1700 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £1700 | Was £4142 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £2250 | Was £5542 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | £6241 | Was £7041 |
| Oct 6 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £2986 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £2986 | Was £3986 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £4385 | Was £5386 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | sold |
| Oct 13 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £3108 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £3108 | Was £3908 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £4507 | Was £5308 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | sold |
| Oct 20 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £2552 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £2552 | Was £3752 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £4051 | Was £5152 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | £5451 | Was £6651 |
| Oct 27 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £2396 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £2396 | Was £3596 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £3795 | Was £4996 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | £5295 | Was £6495 |
| Nov 3 | Avalon Artistry II | Bordeaux | £1700 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Deluxe Stateroom | Lower Deck | 172 ft², Fixed Windows | £1700 | Was £3518 | |
| Panorama Suite | Middle Deck | 200 ft², French Balcony | £2250 | Was £4918 | |
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², French Balcony | sold |
Why Choose This Cruise?
As a round-trip from Amsterdam it works really well with European train services and Eurostar with a direct train service from London to Amsterdam The Avalon package offers a lovely inclusive experience and home to airport transfers really add to the feeling of relaxing luxury.
