Bonjour Bordeaux: Chateaux, Wineries & Charming Villages

from€2099

for 7 nights

UK vineyard château with tall spire church in background, bright blue sky, sunny.

Bike stands amidst vineyard rows on sunny day. Green leaves, blue sky, suggesting travel or vineyard tour.

Aerial view of French countryside: village nestled amongst fields, river winding through, sunny day.

Bordeaux cityscape at dusk, illuminated buildings reflecting on water, symmetrical composition, serene and elegant.

Rhine Valley scenery: river cruise boat, vineyard slopes, castle ruins on hill, sunny day.

Modern cruise ship cabin with balcony view. Bed, seating, desk, and scenic mountain and water vista.

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.

What’s Included:

Booking advice from your Travel Escapes travel advisor
Return flights from Dublin and airport transfers
7 nights onboard 5 star Avalon Artistry II
Gourmet cuisine with breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner onboard
Complimentary sparkling wine with breakfast; wine, beer, or soft drinks with lunch and dinner
Happy Hour every evening serving complimentary drinks and cocktails
Your preference of Classic or Active included excursions and sightseeing
Onboard gratuities included
Club Lounge with 24-hour with complimentary hot beverages & snacks
Complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi
20kg check in bag per person

Upgrade to Panoramic Suite €620 per person

Single supplement from €1113

Note: Flights offered may be indirect

Avalon Artistry II

Part of Avalon’s award-winning fleet of Suite Ships, the Avalon Artistry II features two full decks of Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that transform the living space into river cruising’s only Open-Air Balcony. With 200 square feet, Panorama Suites are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, affording you the incomparable opportunity to wake each morning to splendid passing scenery from your window-facing bed. Stretch out on your Comfort Collection bed and cruise with the world at your feet. Onboard amenities include an alternative light dining option in the Panorama Bistro, a Fitness Center, complimentary Wi-Fi access, and a spacious Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs, whirlpool, and light al fresco lunches at the Sky Bistro on the Sky Deck. A true work of art in relaxed luxury on board and amazing adventures on shore!

Holiday Highlights

No Single supplement on 28th October & 4th November 2025 departures

Prices

Dates	Cabin Type	Price
28 Oct 2025	Deluxe Lower Stateroom	€2399€2099	Book Now
04 Nov 2025	Deluxe Lower Stateroom	€2399€2099	Book Now
31 Mar 2026	Deluxe Lower Stateroom	€2379	Book Now
30 Jun 2026	Deluxe Lower Stateroom	€2379	Book Now
07 Jul 2026	Deluxe Lower Stateroom	€2379	Book Now
14 Jul 2026	Deluxe Lower Stateroom	€2379	Book Now
21 Jul 2026	Deluxe Lower Stateroom	€2379	Book Now
28 Jul 2026	Deluxe Lower Stateroom	€2397	Book Now
04 Aug 2026	Deluxe Lower Stateroom	€2379	Book Now
11 Aug 2026	Deluxe Lower Stateroom	€2379	Book Now
03 Nov 2026	Deluxe Lower Stateroom	€2379	Book Now

Agent

Celine K

Phone:
01-2941000

Email:
book@travelescapes.ie

Booking Remarks

Optional insurance (conditions apply)
A non-refundable, non-transferable booking deposit of 15% is required. Full payment if departure within 16 weeks.
Holidays & offers are subject to availability at the time of booking
These prices are guidelines only and are subject to change and availability. Pricing will be confirmed at time of booking.

Itinerary

Day 1

Bordeaux, France

Fly from the Dublin and arrive in Bordeaux, where you will be met and transferred to your river ship.

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.

OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BORDEAUX*

*Ship may sail in the evening to Cadillac-sur-Garonne based on tide and water levels.

Day 2

Cadillac, France

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

This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board your Suite Ship

OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN CADILLAC-SUR-GARONNE

*Sailing to Cadillac-sur-Garonne pending tides and water levels. Alternative motorcoach transportation for today’s excursions provided.

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

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.

Day 3

Cussac-Fort-Médoc, France

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

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.

OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BLAYE

Day 4

Blaye, France

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:

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, France

The Village Amid the Vineyards

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.

OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN LIBOURNE

Day 6

Bordeaux, France

Bordeaux Sights and Brilliant Lights

Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.

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, France

Seas, Shells, and Sips

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

Bordeaux, France

Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning, then transfer to the airport for your return flight home.

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