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Taste of Bordeaux

2 Nights in Bilbao, 2 Nights in San Sebastian, 7-Night Roundtrip Bordeaux Cruise, 2 Nights in the Loire Valley and 1 Night in Paris (Charles De Gaulle)

AMA Bordeaux cruise
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2024 & 2025 Departure Dates & Pricing

Bilbao to Paris - 13 nights/14 days

Ship - Amadolce

Detailed itinerary:

Day 1: BILBAO, SPAIN

Check into your hotel for the beginning of your Basque Country land program.

Day 2: BILBAO

Travel to the Basque town of Guernica, infamously bombed by German and Italian air forces during the Spanish Civil War – and the subject of one of Picasso’s most renowned paintings. Immerse yourself in culture and visit the open-air market where you’ll find a variety of local specialties, from cheese to peppers to fish. Later in the day, take an informative walking tour through Bilbao and learn how to order Basque tapas, known locally as pintxos, and revered for their small size and big taste. (B)

Day 3: BILBAO – SAN SEBASTIAN

Take a deep dive into the contemporary art within the world-famous Guggenheim Museum, a work of art itself. Designed by architect Frank Gehry, the museum features a daring and innovative façade and showcases work by such artists as Andy Warhol, German artist Anselm Kiefer, and Basque masters Eduardo Chillida and Jorge Oteiza. Later in the day, transfer to San Sebastián and check into your hotel. In the evening, take a stroll through Old Town, the second oldest neighborhood in the city, where distinctive architecture and pintxos bars beckon, made even more romantic by the evening light. (B)

Day 4: SAN SEBASTIAN

Discover the charms of the “City by the Bay of Biscay.” Known in the Basque language as Donostia, San Sebastián was once a prominent fishing village and was burned to the ground in 1813 after being occupied by Napoleonic troops. However, by 1887, after rebuilding, the city flourished as a popular tourist destination and spa resort. Later in the day, enjoy some free time in the city renowned for holding the second highest number of Michelin stars per square meter. (B)

Day 5: SAN SEBASTIAN – BORDEAUX, FRANCE (EMBARKATION)

Check out of your hotel and transfer to Bordeaux via the French Basque town of Bayonne. Later, embark the ship in Bordeaux for your Taste of Bordeaux cruise. (B,D)

Day 6: BORDEAUX - LIBOURNE

Take 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 Émilion, 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 Classé wine tasting at either Château de Ferrand or Château de Pressac. Alternately, you can enjoy an excursion to Saint-Émilion solely to discover more of the small historic town. If you prefer a more active adventure, pedal through the vineyard-rich countryside to Saint-Émilion and then to Château Soutard for a Grand Cru Classé wine tasting. You can also choose to tour the magnificent Château Vayres, one of the most prestigious historic buildings of Aquitaine. (B,L,D)

Day 7: LIBOURNE - BLAYE

The Libourne wine region, including Saint Émilion, Pomerol and Fronsac, is one of the major cradles of viticulture in the Bordeaux area, dating back to Gallo-Roman times. The first vines were planted in Fronsac two thousand years ago. In the 18th century, the wines of Fronsac enjoyed the best reputation in the Libourne region, selling for higher prices than their neighbors in Saint Émilion and Pomerol. Today, Fronsac includes several beautiful wine estates such as Château de la Dauphine, Château de la Rivière and Château Gaby. Here you will visit a cellar and taste local wines from one estate. (B,L,D)

Day 8:BLAYE – BOURG

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. Later in the day, you can choose to bike from Blaye through the idyllic French countryside to Bourg. While in the ancient village of Bourg, take a walking tour and visit the Carriage Museum, which houses a wonderful collection of horse-drawn vehicles. Later in the day, 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 9: PAUILLAC

After arriving in Cussac Fort Medoc, venture to Pauillac, a lovely village on the Left Bank of the Gironde Estuary. This is a gateway to the famed Médoc 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 Château Latour, Château Mouton Rothschild, Château Lafite Rothschild and Château Pichon Longueville. You’ll then visit either Château Gruaud Larose or Château Léoville Poyferré for a tasting of Grand Cru wines. Alternately, you can visit Lynch Bages, a quaint wine estate and village, followed by a wine and local specialties tasting. Or, enjoy a coast drive 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 10: CADILLAC

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 castle and Cadillac castle. Or, pedal through the charming town of Cadillac for a guided bike tour. (B,L,D)

Day 11: BORDEAUX

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. Alternately, be treated to a spectacular sound and light show, Les Bassins des Lumières. Or, explore the enriching city of Bordeaux at your own leisure. In the evening, enjoy a spectacular illumination cruise, gazing at the iconic structures of Bordeaux as they glow against the night sky. (B,L,D)

Day 12: BORDEAX (DISEMBARKATION) – LOIRE VALLEY – AMBOISE

Disembark the ship and transfer to Tours for free time for lunch before arriving in the Loire Valley, where you will check in to your Amboise hotel. (B)

Day 13: AMBOISE

Visit three of the Loire Valley’s regal châteaux starting with the Château de Chenonceau, one of the most beautiful castles in France. This château has been referred to as the “Women’s Castle” since it is the only castle in the region that has been built, inhabited and saved by women during the Renaissance. Château du Clos Lucé was Leonardo da Vinci’s last home where he completed some of his most famous works under the patronage of the King of France. The Château d’Amboise, perched on a promontory overlooking the Loire River, was the first Renaissance château built in the Loire Valley and features extravagant residences, gardens and a Gothic chapel, where Leonardo da Vinci is buried. (B)

Day 14: AMBOISE – PARIS

Check out of your Amboise hotel and, en route to Paris, visit two more majestic châteaux. While Château de Chambord, located at the heart of Europe’s largest enclosed wooded park, began as an unassuming hunting lodge, it is now the biggest château in the Loire Valley with 426 rooms, 77 staircases and 282 fireplaces. Next, either marvel at the residence of seven kings and ten queens of France at the famous Château de Blois where you'll discover the secrets of the French court, or enjoy free time. Afterwards, transfer by motorcoach to your hotel at Charles De Gaulle Airport. (B)

Day 15: PARIS

Bid farewell to Paris and prepare for your flight home. (B)

Departures & Pricing

Advisements:

  • A valid passport is required for travel. Passports must be valid at least 6 months after the last day of travel.
  • Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.
  • For reasons of navigation and passenger safety, the cruise operator and the Captain of the ship reserves the right to modify the itinerary of the cruise.
  • Guided bicycle tours are capacity contolled.
  • Travel Protection is recommended. Click here TG_logo for more information.

Departure Dates & Per Person USD Rates

Program Start Day From Bilbao

Cruise Embarkation Day (in Bordeaux)

Cat. E - Lower Deck aft w/ fixed windows
Cat. D - Lower Deck w/ fixed windows
Cat. C - Middle Deck aft & Upper Deck aft w/ french balcony
Cat. B - Middle Deck w/french balcony
Cat. A - Upper Deck w/french balcony
Cat. A+ Upper Deck w/french balcony
Suite - Upper Deck w/french balcony
Mar 10, 2024
Mar 14, 2024
$6,179
$6,478
$7,478
$7,778
$7,878
$8,878
$9,178
Mar 17, 2024
Mar 21, 2024
$6,179
$6,478
$7,478
$7,778
$7,878
$8,878
$9,178
Mar 24, 2024
Mar 28, 2024
$6,279
$6,578
$7,578
$7,878
$7,978
$8,978
$9,278
Mar 31, 2024
Apr 4, 2024
$6,479
$6,778
$7,778
$8,078
$8,178
$9,178
$9,478
Apr 7, 2024
Apr 11, 2024
$6,679
$6,978
$7,978
$8,278
$8,378
$9,378
$9,678
Apr 14, 2024
Apr 18, 2024
$6,779
$7,078
$8,078
$8,378
$8,478
$9,478
$9,778
Apr 21, 2024
Apr 25, 2024
$6,879
$7,178
$8,178
$8,478
$8,578
$9,578
$9,878
Apr 28, 2024
May 2, 2024
$6,979
$7,278
$8,278
$8,578
$8,678
$9,678
$9,978
May 5, 2024
May 9, 2024
$7,079
$7,378
$8,378
$8,678
$8,778
$9,778
$10,078
May 19, 2024
May 23, 2024
$7,079
$7,378
$8,378
$8,678
$8,778
$9,778
$10,078
May 26, 2024
May 30, 2024
$7,079
$7,378
$8,378
$8,678
$8,778
$9,778
$10,078
Jun 9, 2024
Jun 13, 2024
$7,079
$7,378
$8,378
$8,678
$8,778
$9,778
$10,078
Jun 16, 2024
Jun 20, 2024
$7,079
$7,378
$8,378
$8,678
$8,778
$9,778
$10,078
Jun 23, 2024
Jun 27, 2024
$7,079
$7,378
$8,378
$8,678
$8,778
$9,778
$10,078
Jun 30, 2024
Jul 4, 2024
$7,079
$7,378
$8,378
$8,678
$8,778
$9,778
$10,078
Jul 14 2024
Jul 18, 2024
$7,079
$7,378
$8,378
$8,678
$8,778
$9,778
$10,078
Jul 21 2024
Jul 25, 2024
$7,079
$7,378
$8,378
$8,678
$8,778
$9,778
$10,078
Aug 4, 2024
Aug 8, 2024
$7,079
$7,378
$8,378
$8,678
$8,778
$9,778
$10,078
Aug 11, 2024
Aug 15, 2024
$7,079
$7,378
$8,378
$8,678
$8,778
$9,778
$10,078
Aug 18, 2024
Aug 22, 2024
$7,079
$7,378
$8,378
$8,678
$8,778
$9,778
$10,078
Aug 25, 2024
Aug 29, 2024
$7,179
$7,478
$8,478
$8,778
$8,878
$9,878
$10,178
Sep 1, 2024
Sep 5, 2024
$7,179
$7,478
$8,478
$8,778
$8,878
$9,878
$10,178
Sep 8, 2024
Sep 12, 2024
$7,179
$7,478
$8,478
$8,778
$8,878
$9,878
$10,178
Sep 15, 2024
Sep 19, 2024
$7,179
$7,478
$8,478
$8,778
$8,878
$9,878
$10,178
Sep 22, 2024
Sep 26, 2024
$7,179
$7,478
$8,478
$8,778
$8,878
$9,878
$10,178
Sep 29, 2024
Oct 3, 2024
$7,179
$7,478
$8,478
$8,778
$8,878
$9,878
$10,178
Oct 6, 2024
Oct 10, 2024
$7,079
$7,378
$8,378
$8,678
$8,778
$9,778
$10,078
Oct 20, 2024
Oct 24, 2024
$6,879
$7,178
$8,178
$8,478
$8,578
$9,578
$9,878
Oct 27, 2024
Oct 31, 2024
$6,679
$6,978
$7,978
$8,278
$8,378
$9,378
$9,678
Mar 9, 2025
Mar 13, 2025
$6,504
$6,803
$7,903
$8,203
$8,303
$9,303
$9,603
Mar 16, 2025
Mar 20, 2025
$6,604
$6,903
$8,003
$8,303
$8,403
$9,403
$9,703
Mar 23, 2025
Mar 27, 2025
$6,804
$7,103
$8,203
$8,503
$8,603
$9,603
$9,903
Mar 30, 2025
Apr 3, 2025
$7,004
$7,303
$8,403
$8,703
$8,803
$9,803
$10,103
Apr 6, 2025
Apr 10, 2025
$7,104
$7,403
$8,503
$8,803
$8,903
$9,903
$10,203
Apr 13, 2025
Apr 17, 2025
$7,204
$7,503
$8,603
$8,903
$9,003
$10,003
$10,303
Apr 20, 2025
Apr 24, 2025
$7,304
$7,603
$8,703
$10,003
$9,103
$10,103
$10,403
May 4, 2025
May 8, 2025
$7,404
$7,703
$8,803
$10,103
$9,203
$10,203
$10,503
May 11, 2025
May 15, 2025
$7,404
$7,703
$8,803
$10,103
$9,203
$10,203
$10,503
May 18, 2025
May 22, 2025
$7,404
$7,703
$8,803
$10,103
$9,203
$10,203
$10,503
May 25, 2025
May 29, 2025
$7,404
$7,703
$8,803
$10,103
$9,203
$10,203
$10,503
Jun 1, 2025
Jun 5, 2025
$7,404
$7,703
$8,803
$10,103
$9,203
$10,203
$10,503
Jun 8, 2025
Jun 12, 2025
$7,404
$7,703
$8,803
$10,103
$9,203
$10,203
$10,503
Jun 15, 2025
Jun 19, 2025
$7,404
$7,703
$8,803
$10,103
$9,203
$10,203
$10,503
Jun 22, 2025
Jun 26, 2025
$7,404
$7,703
$8,803
$10,103
$9,203
$10,203
$10,503
Jul 6, 2025
Jul 10, 2025
$7,404
$7,703
$8,803
$10,103
$9,203
$10,203
$10,503
Jul 13, 2025
Jul 17, 2025
$7,404
$7,703
$8,803
$10,103
$9,203
$10,203
$10,503
Jul 20, 2025
Jul 24, 2025
$7,404
$7,703
$8,803
$10,103
$9,203
$10,203
$10,503
Jul 27, 2025
Jul 31, 2025
$7,404
$7,703
$8,803
$10,103
$9,203
$10,203
$10,503
Aug 3, 2025
Aug 7, 2025
$7,404
$7,703
$8,803
$10,103
$9,203
$10,203
$10,503
Aug 10, 2025
Aug 14, 2025
$7,404
$7,703
$8,803
$10,103
$9,203
$10,203
$10,503
Aug 17, 2025
Aug 21, 2025
$7,504
$7,803
$8,903
$10,203
$9,303
$10,303
$10,603
Aug 24, 2025
Aug 28, 2025
$7,504
$7,803
$8,903
$10,203
$9,303
$10,303
$10,603
Aug 31, 2025
Sep 4, 2025
$7,504
$7,803
$8,903
$10,203
$9,303
$10,303
$10,603
Sep 7, 2025
Sep 11, 2025
$7,504
$7,803
$8,903
$10,203
$9,303
$10,303
$10,603
Sep 14, 2025
Sep 18, 2025
$7,504
$7,803
$8,903
$10,203
$9,303
$10,303
$10,603
Sep 21, 2025
Sep 25, 2025
$7,504
$7,803
$8,903
$10,203
$9,303
$10,303
$10,603
Oct 5, 2025
Oct 9, 2025
$7,304
$7,603
$8,703
$10,003
$9,103
$10,103
$10,403
Oct 12, 2025
Oct 16,2025
$7,204
$7,503
$8,603
$8,903
$9,003
$10,003
$10,303
Oct 19, 2025
Oct 23,2025
$7,004
$7,303
$8,403
$8,703
$8,803
$9,803
$10,103
Oct 26, 2025
Oct 30,2025
$6,804
$7,103
$8,203
$8,503
$8,603
$9,603
$9,903
Nov 2, 2025
Nov 6, 2025
$6,704
$7,003
$8,103
$8,403
$8,503
$9,503
$9,803
Nov 9, 2025
Nov 13, 2025
$6,704
$7,003
$8,103
$8,403
$8,503
$9,503
$9,803
                 
Important: Dates, prices & itineraries are subject to change.
Port Charges: Additional $224 USD per person (2024 departures); additional $231 USD per person (2025 departures)
Departures offered as Wine Cruises with modified itineraries. Please ask for details.
Transfers from Start/End of Program are available for purchase. Please call for details.
Please select bedding configuration at the time of booking. The choices are: Choice A - Two twin beds; Choice B - One large bed (larger than queen size)

Prices Include:

▪ 2 nights hotel accommodations in Bilbao at the Hesperia Bilbao (or similar) including daily breakfast, city tour, Guggenheim Musuem, Mercado de la Ribera, Guernica, and the transfer from Bilbao to San Sebastian
▪ 2 nights hotel accommodations in San Sebastian at the NH Collection Aránzazu (or similar); including daily breakfast and a city tour, the transfer from San Sebastian to the ship in Bordeaux with a stop in Bayonne
▪7 nights deluxe Bordeaux cruise with accommodation in an outside stateroom - most staterooms offer French balconies
▪ Entertainment on demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed Internet access, hit Hollywood movies, extensive music library & English language TV stations
▪ Complimentary Wi-Fi access on board
▪ Terry bathrobes and white-on-white plush bedding in all staterooms
▪ Gourmet dining with all meals included during your cruise
▪ Multiple dining venues
▪ Unlimited red and white wines from France's great wine regions, beer and soft drinks with every lunch and dinner on board
▪ Bottled water in every stateroom replenished daily
▪ Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner & Captain's Gala Dinner
▪ Special highlights including lectures, theme dinners, cooking demonstration, onboard music performances and afternoon/evening piano music
▪Services of a professional Cruise Manager; English speaking staff on board
▪ Non-smoking environment (smoking permitted on Sun Deck only)
▪ Shore excursions in every port with personal headset included
▪ Use of Bicycles to explore on your own & guided bicycle tours
▪ Transfer from Bordeaux to Tours via motorcoach
▪ 2 nights hotel accomodations in the Loire Valley, including city tour, châteaux visits and daily breakfast
▪ 1 night hotel in Paris at the Pullman Charles de Gaulle (or similar) including daily breakfast
▪ All local Taxes 

Prices Do Not Include:

▪ Individual arrival and departure (airfare; transfers)
▪ Travel Insurance
▪ Port charges
▪ Gratuities
▪ Personal Expenses

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