Itinerary
- Day 1
Bordeaux
- Meals
- Dinner
Landmarks Bordeaux 
- Day 2
Libourne
- Meals
- Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Tour of Saint-Émilion medieval village
Landmarks Saint-Émilion Libourne - Day 3
Libourne
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- First sips from Saint-Émilion wines at a local château (Scenic Freechoice)
Optional Activities
- Right Bank first sips – Introduction to Saint-Émilion wines: Drive through rolling hills and lush vineyards to a picturesque château around Saint-Émilion, explore the property and vines, and taste exceptional wines
- Walking tour of Libourne: Guided tour of the historic centre including the fortified harbour, a 16th century townhouse, and the Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste church with its 71-metre spire
- Excursion to a sturgeon farm: Visit a local farm to learn about sustainable caviar production methods and enjoy a tasting
- Artisanal flour mill: Visit Le Moulin de Porchères, a 19th century flour mill, to learn about traditional milling techniques and participate in hands-on breadmaking workshops
Landmarks Saint-Émilion Libourne Le Moulin de Porchères - Day 4
Blaye
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Enrich experience at Château d'Agassac: Welcome with glass of wine or champagne, tour of beautiful rooms, and private classical concert in Les Chais Room
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Blaye: Stroll through the charming city with a local guide, learning its fascinating history while admiring the well-preserved centre inside the citadel walls
- Active walking tour of Blaye: Two-hour active walk through the citadel understanding the defence system created by architect Sébastien Vauban, continuing to Château Marquis de Vauban, a beautiful 18th century estate on the edge of town
Landmarks Blaye Citadel Château d'Agassac Château Marquis de Vauban - Day 5
Fort Médoc - Pauillac to Bourg
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Discover the Route des Châteaux by bike before sampling Médoc's renowned Grand Cru Classé reds (Scenic Freechoice)
- Learn about sustainable viticulture of Bourg (Scenic Freechoice)
Optional Activities
- Route des Châteaux – Médoc wine discovery: Panoramic drive along the famed Route des Châteaux and visit to one of the region's most prestigious estates for a guided wine tasting with learning about Bordeaux's winemaking traditions
- Route des Châteaux – Médoc wine discovery by bike: E-bike route through spectacular Médoc countryside admiring beautiful châteaux, then sample the region's finest wines at a prestigious estate
- Bourg with Carriages Museum: Walking tour of the medieval village exploring the main square, citadel, and the Carriages Museum with an interesting collection of horse-drawn vehicles
- Guided cycling along the Captain's Road: 30-kilometre round trip cycling tour along the Captain's Road named for WWI officers who purchased homes along the waterfront, riding along clifftops, through vineyards, and past charming villages
- Estuary vineyards tasting tour: Visit a family wine estate in the Côtes de Bourg with spectacular views over the Gironde estuary, learning about sustainable viticulture and tasting exceptional wines
Landmarks Fort Médoc Pauillac Bourg Gironde estuary - Day 6
Cadillac
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Enjoy the rich, honeyed whites of Sauternes including Grand Cru Classé sampling (Scenic Freechoice)
Optional Activities
- Sauternes Gold – Sweet wines & châteaux tour: Drive through the beautiful Sauternes region where vines grow on low lying hills and in small valleys, visit a local estate to learn about the winemaking process and distinctive climate, then enjoy a tasting
- Sauternes Gold – Sweet wines & châteaux tour by bike: Cycle through the rolling vineyards of Sauternes to visit a local estate, learn the history of the winemakers and how they make their wines, then taste some of the best
- Walking tour of Cadillac: Guided walking tour of the charming, fortified town admiring architecture dating back to the 16th century, visiting the marketplace and Château Cadillac while hearing interesting stories from your guide
Landmarks Cadillac Château Cadillac Sauternes - Day 7
Bordeaux
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore the history of Bordeaux wine at Cité Du Vin with tasting (Scenic Freechoice)
- Wine and chocolate pairing
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Bordeaux: Discover the highlights of the city by coach and on foot with a local guide sharing facts about its history, culture and modern way of life, then enjoy free time to explore
- Shop with a Chef & Scenic Culinaire: Accompany a Scenic chef to the local food market to taste fresh produce and purchase ingredients, then return to the ship for an interactive cooking demonstration in Scenic Culinaire making delicious French dishes using what you've just purchased
- Cycling tour of Bordeaux: Three-hour cycling tour crossing beautiful bridges, passing historic buildings, travelling through lush gardens, and stopping to taste local delicacies
- World of Wine – Cité du Vin Tour: Take a local tram to the Cité du Vin Museum for an interactive journey of wine discovery with multiple themed areas learning about wine across the ages and around the world
Landmarks Bordeaux Cité du Vin Museum - Day 8
Bordeaux
- Meals
- Breakfast
