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Taste of Bordeaux

AmaWaterways River Cruise
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Get a taste of Bordeaux on a river cruise with AmaWaterways

Sip, swirl and sway through Bordeaux and sections of the Garonne and Dordogne rivers and their intersection, the Gironde Estuary. This AmaWaterways "Taste of Bordeaux" river cruise focuses on wine, but also leaves time for guests to explore each port of call and visit landmarks of their choice on included city tours, guided bike or hiking tours and more.

After a day of exploring, relax on board in luxurious French balcony staterooms and spacious public spaces and tempt your taste buds in multiple dining venues, including the Chef's Table Restaurant. North American wine experts lead the sailing, serve wines from hand-selected bottles during meals, and hold tastings and pairings during your cruise.

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Bordeaux and Libourne

Indulge in the romance of Bordeaux as you pass iconic sights on a scenic morning cruise. Later in the day, dock in Libourne, a gateway to one of Bordeaux's most elite wine regions. Join an excursion to Saint Emilion, known for its celebrated vineyards, and explore the monolithic church carved out of one piece of limestone rock. Afterwards, enjoy a Grand Cru Classe wine tasting.

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Libourne and Blaye

Stroll through the colorful, open-air market in Libourne, tasting some of the region's specialties. Or get your heart pumping on an invigorating bike tour through the region's renowned vineyards. Later in the day, set sail for Blaye, where you'll enjoy an evening at your leisure.

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Blaye and Bourg

Join a tour of the 17th-century citadel in Blaye, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Take a walking tour and visit the Carriage Museum in Bourg, which houses a stunning collection of horse-drawn vehicles. Experience the hospitality of the charming medieval village with an exclusive wine festival.

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Pauillac

A lovely village on the Left Bank of the Gironde Estuary, Pauillac is gateway to the famed Medoc region—known for producing some of the world's finest Bordeaux wines. See some of the most famous wine estates in the area, including Chateau Latour, Chateau Mouton Rothschild and Chateau Pichon Longueville.

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Cadillac

Visit the Castle of Roquetaillade, a masterpiece of medieval military architecture, before traveling to the Sauternes wine region to taste the highly prized golden-hued sweet wines produced in the area.

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Bordeaux

Your "Taste of Bordeaux" river cruise comes to an end in the breathtaking capital of the wine world. Experience the rich culture and architecture of the UNESCO World Heritage site on a city tour, followed by a visit to the immersive Bordeaux Wine Museum. The next morning, disembark and depart for home.

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Rates are per person in USD for cruise only, based on double occupancy in a Category E stateroom (Mekong - Category C). Promotional rate is valid on select departures for new FIT bookings made from March 1 - April 30, 2019. Savings are per stateroom, based on double occupancy; Ask about Solo Traveler promotions. AAA Vacations® amenities are applicable to select 2020 departures. AAA Vacations® amenities receive $500 savings per stateroom based on double occupancy (solo travelers receive half) and Onboard credit is $150 per stateroom (solo travelers receive half) on select departures. Offer is not combinable with any other promotions/discounts, limited to availability, capacity controlled and subject to change/termination without notice. Port charges, stateroom upgrades, land programs, roundtrip airfare, and gratuities are additional. Other restrictions apply. Registration as a seller of travel does not constitute approval by the State of California. CST#2065452-40.