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12 Night Beautiful Bordeaux with Highlights of Paris and Land Tour

From Paris to Bordeaux

Scenic Diamond

Scenic Cruises
5 Stars
  • Cruise #: 14022034
  • Departs: Wed, Jul 23, 2025
  • Returns: Sat, Aug 2, 2025
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    Itinerary Summary

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Monday - Jul 21, 2025
    Day
    1
    Paris, France
    • Paris, France
    Welcome to Paris, the City of Light. There are icons at every turn in the French capital, from the chic boutiques of the Champs-Elysees to the meandering riverbank of the Seine and the bustling crossroads of the Arc de Triomphe, with the intricate metalwork of the Eiffel Tower always in view above. Paris is a city that almost defies description; stroll the historic streets and you'll soon see why it has inspired generations of artists, musicians, filmmakers, and fashionistas. Check into your luxurious hotel, located in the bustling 9th Arrondissement, also known as the Opera District. It's known for its wide boulevards, many theatres, including the opulent Palais Garnier opera house, and grand Belle Epoque department stores like Printemps and Galeries Lafayette. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Tuesday - Jul 22, 2025
    Day
    2
    Paris, France
    • Paris, France
    It's your first morning in Paris, so why not start the day with a pain au chocolat and a cafe au lait? Paris is a city that has been immortalized in endless movies, TV shows, books, and paintings, so even if you're a first-time visitor you will feel like you already know it. Its elegant streets, grand buildings, shady parks, stylish cafes, and even more stylish residents, you'll quickly be swept up in the joie de vivre. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Jul 23, 2025
    Day
    3
    Paris, France
    • Paris, France
    • High-Speed Train Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 3 - Wednesday - Jul 23, 2025
    Day
    3
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Bordeaux, France
    After breakfast, travel to Bordeaux via high-speed train. On arrival to the Scenic Diamond, you will be welcomed onboard by your friendly crew excited to share an unforgettable cruise along the waterways of the Bordeaux region.
    Thursday - Jul 24, 2025
    Day
    4
    Bordeaux, France
    • Bordeaux, France
    • Libourne, France
    • Bus Travel
    • Saint-Emilion, France
    • Bus Travel
    • Libourne, France
    This morning is spent onboard relaxing as you cruise into the beautiful 13th-century port of Libourne. Head up to the Sun Deck to bask in the sunshine and enjoy the scenery along the Dordogne River rolling by. Or perhaps drop into Scenic Culinaire for a French cooking class. Spend the afternoon in the nearby town of Saint-Emilion, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed medieval village with world-famous wineries, beautiful architecture, and historic monuments. You will enjoy a guided tour of the caves and catacombs beneath the city, including a Monolithic Church built from limestone, whose 38-meter-long bell tower can be seen above ground. This evening, your Scenic Space-Ship will be docked overnight in Libourne. ...
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    Friday - Jul 25, 2025
    Day
    5
    Libourne, France
    • Libourne, France
    • Fort Medoc, France
    Saturday - Jul 26, 2025
    Day
    6
    Fort Medoc, France
    • Fort Medoc, France
    The name Medoc is synonymous with exceptional wines. Considered the world's leading red wine producer, Medoc has been a winemaking region since the 18th century. Today you will have the chance to explore this remarkable wine region.
    Sunday - Jul 27, 2025
    Day
    7
    Cadillac, France
    • Cadillac, France
    This morning will be spent cruising towards Cadillac. Founded in the 13th century, the charming, fortified city of Cadillac is centered around its magnificent chateau. Seventeenth-century French explorer Anthony Laumet rose high in the French fur trade and in 1701 established the port of Fort Pontchartrain du Detroit, which would become modern day Detroit where the American auto industry began. The Cadillac car is named in his honor. ...
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    Monday - Jul 28, 2025
    Day
    8
    Cadillac, France
    • Cadillac, France
    Today, you have the choice between many different experiences in the region surrounding Cadillac, from its bucolic countryside to its historic castles.
    Tuesday - Jul 29, 2025
    Day
    9
    Bordeaux, France
    • Bordeaux, France
    This morning you will wake in the fascinating city of Bordeaux, which you can explore by foot, bike, or through a cooking class. It has been an important trading port since the Middle Ages, thanks to its strategic location on the river flowing to a sea port. Back onboard, your cruise director will organize a special treat for you, with a tasting of fresh oysters delivered straight from the waters of Arcachon Bay. ...
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    Wednesday - Jul 30, 2025
    Day
    10
    Bordeaux, France
    • Bordeaux, France
    • Bourg, France
    Today, you'll continue your exploration of Bordeaux and its surrounding regions. This afternoon, you'll enjoy time at leisure onboard as you sail towards Bourg.
    Thursday - Jul 31, 2025
    Day
    11
    Bourg, France
    • Bourg, France
    Your ultra-luxury Scenic Space-Ship will be docked in Bourg today, a picturesque town set on a rocky promontory. Built as a defensive chateau, it's a maze of ancient alleyways, moats, and bell towers on the Dordogne.
    Friday - Aug 1, 2025
    Day
    12
    Blaye, France
    • Blaye, France
    • Bordeaux, France
    This morning, you will sail towards Blaye. Most famously, this petite hamlet is home to a UNESCO World Heritage-listed citadel that was constructed to protect Bordeaux city from enemy attacks. This afternoon, your Scenic Space-Ship will make its way back to Bordeaux.
    Saturday - Aug 2, 2025
    Day
    13
    Bordeaux, France
    • Bordeaux, France
    Disembark after breakfast and transfer to Bordeaux airport or train station for your onward journey. Please note: The Gironde, Dordogne, and Garonne waterways are part of a tidal river system which results in changing water levels in the region. Every effort is made to keep to the brochure itinerary however based on tides it will be amended or modified. ...
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