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Bonjour Bordeaux: Chateaux, Wineries & Charming Villages

Discover the marvels of France aboard this unique Bonjour Bordeaux: Chateaux, Wineries & Charming Villages cruise, complete with an unbeatable itinerary, lush onboard suites and an array of amenities.

Create an itinerary as individual as you are with a wide range of excursions, from visiting historical sites to biking along scenic landscapes.

Experience true luxury when you book an Avalon Waterways river cruise.

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  • Cruise Line: Avalon Waterways
  • Ship: Avalon Artistry II
  • Duration: 7 Nights
  • Departure: Mar - Nov
AVG PER PERSON*
£1,899
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Bonjour Bordeaux: Chateaux, Wineries & Charming Villages Cruise Prices

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Mar 25, 2025
£2,000 pp
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Apr 01, 2025
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Oct 28, 2025
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Mar 31, 2026
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Jun 16, 2026
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Jun 30, 2026
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Oct 27, 2026
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Bonjour Bordeaux: Chateaux, Wineries & Charming Villages Cruise Itinerary

Explore France with an expert itinerary that suits your needs and preferences.

Day 1

Arrive to Bordeaux (EMBARK)

Flights into Bordeaux must arrive by 3 pm and guests must be on board the ship by 5 pm.

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

Day 2

Cadillac-sur-Garonne

Enjoy a guided tour of Château de la Brêde or a guided visit with a wine tasting at a local château. Tonight, enjoy live entertainment aboard the ship*.

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

Day 3

Cussac Fort Médoc

Join an E-bike guided tour in Bordeaux’s wine region or a guided visit to a Château in the Médoc area with a wine tasting.

Day 4

Blaye / Bourg

Embark on a guided visit to the Citadel of Blaye or a guided tour of Blaye. Consider an optional guided excursion to discover how the Fine Champagne of Cognac is made. Enjoy live entertainment aboard the ship.

Day 5

Libourne / Saint-Émilion

Join a guided tour of the village of Saint-Émilion.

Day 6

Bordeaux

Go on a guided walking tour of Bordeaux. Consider an optional guided excursion to Les Bassins des Lumières.

Day 7

Bordeaux / Arcachon’s Bay

Go for a bike ride or a full-day guided tour of Arcachon’s seaside resort.

Day 8

Bordeaux

Your cruise ends today.

BONJOUR BORDEAUX: CHATEAUX, WINERIES & CHARMING VILLAGES CRUISE SHIPS

Avalon Artistry II

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BONJOUR BORDEAUX: CHATEAUX, WINERIES & CHARMING VILLAGES RIVER CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

Experience the romance and beauty of France

Bordeaux

Saint-Émilion

Cadillac

Blaye

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7 Nights

Bonjour Bordeaux: Chateaux, Wineries & Charming Villages

Avalon Waterways
Departure: Mar to Nov
VISITING: Bordeaux (EMBARK) Cadillac-sur-Garonne Cussac Fort Médoc Blaye / Bourg Libourne / Saint-Émilion Bordeaux Bordeaux / Arcachon’s Bay Bordeaux (DISEMBARK)
AVG PER PERSON* £ 1,899
Avalon Waterways
Departure: Apr to Oct
VISITING: Arles Avignon Viviers Tain l’Hermitage Lyon Tournus / Chalon-sur-Saône Chalon-sur-Saône / Beaune / Dijon / Paris Les Andelys / Vernon Caudebec Caudebec / Normandy Rouen Conflans Paris Paris / Bordeaux Cadillac-sur-Garonne Cussac Fort Médoc Blaye / Bourg Libourne / Saint-Émilion Bordeaux Bordeaux / Arcachon’s Bay
AVG PER PERSON* £ 9,011
Avalon Waterways
Departure: Apr to Nov
VISITING: Paris Vernon / Les Andelys Caudebec Caudebec / Normandy Rouen Conflans Paris / Bordeaux Cadillac-sur-Garonne Cussac Fort Médoc Blaye / Bourg Libourne / Saint-Émilion Bordeaux Bordeaux / Arcachon’s Bay
AVG PER PERSON* £ 5,271
Avalon Waterways
Departure: May to Nov
VISITING: Basel Breisach / Black Forest Strasbourg Mainz / Heidelberg Rüdesheim / Koblenz Cologne Amsterdam Amsterdam / Paris Vernon / Les Andelys Caudebec Caudebec / Normandy Rouen Conflans Paris Paris / Bordeaux Cadillac-sur-Garonne Cussac Fort Médoc Blaye Libourne / Saint-Émilion Bordeaux Bordeaux / Arcachon’s Bay Bordeaux (DISEMBARK)
AVG PER PERSON* £ 8,621

Bonjour Bordeaux: Chateaux, Wineries & Charming Villages Cruise Review

“My cruise was superb, as was everything about it. I had a whale of a time on the excursions, especially the Arcachon resort one and the ship staff were always really helpful and patient when we asked them questions.”

Martin Fuller, Lincoln, East Midlands

Bonjour Bordeaux: Chateaux, Wineries & Charming Villages FAQ

Does the ship have an elevator?

Yes, the Avalon Artistry II possesses an elevator.

Do you cater to specific food needs?

Yes, we do. We offer vegetarian, vegan, low calorie, low fat, high fibre, low cholesterol, high energy and allergy-free selections for your mealtimes.

Will I have Wi-Fi onboard the ship?

Yes, you’ll have access to complementary Wi-Fi aboard your ship.

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