Itinerary
- Day 1
Paris
Landmarks Eiffel Tower Champs-Élysées Seine River - Day 2
Paris
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Paris by coach - viewing Palais Garnier, the Louvre, and Les Invalides
- Secrets of Montmartre walking tour - exploring winding cobblestone streets, vineyard, and artistic district
Landmarks Palais Garnier Louvre Les Invalides Montmartre Vineyard of Montmartre - Day 3
Paris to Bordeaux
Included Activities
- Transfer to train station or Scenic Space-Ship for included train journey to Bordeaux
- Day 4
Bordeaux to Libourne
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Tour of Saint-Émilion village including Monolithic Church
Optional Activities
- Evening moonlit stroll along the river
- Visit local pubs and wine bars in Libourne
Landmarks Saint-Émilion Monolithic Church - Day 5
Libourne to Pauillac
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Libourne exploring its history of wool, wine, salt and wood trade, including the 16th century maison de maître and Gothic church (Scenic Freechoice)
- Wines and vineyards of Saint-Émilion - vineyard tour and wine tasting of red blends dominated by merlot and cabernet franc grapes (Scenic Freechoice)
- Secrets of the Dordogne - Château de Vayres tour featuring medieval, Renaissance and 17th century architecture, tapestries and period furnishings (Scenic Freechoice)
- Cycling from Libourne through Fronsac hills and vineyard slopes with refreshment stop overlooking Libourne (Scenic Freechoice)
- Paint and pour - watercolor art class on Sun Deck with local artist, including local wine tasting (Scenic Freechoice)
Landmarks Libourne Saint-Émilion Château de Vayres Fronsac Pauillac - Day 6
Pauillac to Fort Médoc
Included Activities
- Médoc wine tasting by coach - tour through Route des Chateaux and local winery tasting
- Médoc wine tasting by bicycle - e-bike tour past grand châteaux with wine tasting at prestigious estate
Optional Activities
- Classical Concert at Château d'Agassac - exclusive classical music performance with arrival glass of wine at 13th century château in Médoc countryside
Landmarks Pauillac Médoc Wine Route Château d'Agassac - Day 7
Fort Médoc to Cadillac
Optional Activities
- Massage treatment on board
- Scenic Culinaire cooking demonstration - French cuisine demonstration
Landmarks Cadillac - Day 8
Cadillac to Bordeaux
Included Activities
- Sauternes by coach - guided tour through picturesque Sauternes region, local wine estate tour and tasting
- Sauternes by bike - cycling tour through rolling vineyards of Sauternes to local estate for tour and tasting (mostly flat, around two hours including rest stops)
- Roquetaillade Castle - tour of medieval fortress with 8th century origins and 700 years of same-family inhabitation
- Biking in the Loupiac wine region - guided cycling tour through Gironde with views of Château Benauge and ride to Sainte-Croix-du-Mont
- Château Toulouse-Lautrec - guided tour of château with exploration of artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec's private apartments and artworks
Landmarks Sauternes Château de Roquetaillade Loupiac Château Benauge Sainte-Croix-du-Mont Château Toulouse-Lautrec - Day 9
Bordeaux
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Bordeaux - coach and walking tour of highlights including Gothic cathedral, Place de la Bourse, and Cailhau Gate
- Cycling tour of Bordeaux - guided bike tour across bridges visiting Royal Gate, Palais Rohan, public gardens, sampling canelé custard cake
- Shop with a chef and Scenic Culinaire - market shopping with on-board chef and French cooking demonstration on Scenic Diamond (not available Mondays)
- Bordeaux in the shadow of WWII - immersive walking tour uncovering WWII history, resistance, sacrifice and survival stories
- Oyster tasting - fresh oysters from Arcachon Bay delivered on board
Optional Activities
- Bassins des Lumières - exclusive after-hours access to former WWII submarine base turned digital art installation with Champagne reception and customised show for Scenic guests
Landmarks Bordeaux Cathedral Place de la Bourse Cailhau Gate Royal Gate Palais Rohan Bassins des Lumières Arcachon Bay - Day 10
Bordeaux to Bourg
Included Activities
- Tour Bordeaux by motorbike and sidecar - ride through historic Chatrons district, Rue Notre Dame, riverside quays along Garonne, and vibrant Saint-Pierre
- Cité du Vin museum - interactive wine discovery with nearly 20 themed exhibits exploring global wine journey across times and cultures
- Visit Arcachon - walking tour of charming bayside town with free time at Baltard Market for local delicacies and fresh Atlantic seafood
- Eleanor of Aquitaine - Story of the Queen who ruled France and England - immersive journey through Bordeaux's historic heart exploring the most powerful and influential woman of the Middle Ages
Landmarks Cité du Vin Chatrons District Rue Notre Dame Arcachon Baltard Market - Day 11
Bourg
- Meals
- Lunch (Included lunch during full day excursion to Cognac)
Included Activities
- Bourg with Carriages Museum - guided walk through village streets, historic Citadel, and Horse Carriage Museum
- Historic Saintes - walking tour of 2,000-year-old town including Arch of Germanicus and World Heritage-listed Saint-Eutrope Basilica
- Full day excursion to Cognac - guided walking tour of fortified city, included lunch, and Rémy Martin estate tour with Cognac tasting
Landmarks Bourg Citadel of Bourg Saintes Arch of Germanicus Saint-Eutrope Basilica Cognac Rémy Martin Estate - Day 12
Bourg to Blaye to Bordeaux
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Blaye - guided stroll through charming World Heritage town exploring 17th-century Vauban Citadel and picturesque streets
- Active walking tour of Blaye - guided tour of Citadel with understanding of defense system created by architect Sébastien Vauban
- Cycling along the Captain's Road - active cycling tour past charming riverside villages, ancient villa ruins, manor houses, and limestone quarries (named after WWI Captains)
- Visit Château de La Roche Courbon - tour of formerly fortified, now elegantly restored Renaissance château with superb gardens, family-owned and still inhabited
Landmarks Blaye Vauban Citadel Captain's Road Château de La Roche Courbon - Day 13
Bordeaux to London
Included Activities
- Included flight transfer to London
- Day 14
London
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner with fellow guests before West End theatre performance)
Included Activities
- Half-day tour of London with expert local guide - viewing Trafalgar Square, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, and Buckingham Palace
- West End theatre performance - evening show in historic theatre with dinner included with fellow guests
Landmarks Trafalgar Square Big Ben Westminster Abbey Buckingham Palace West End Theatre District - Day 15
London
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Kensington Palace guided tour - walk through King's and Queen's State Apartments, birthplace of Queen Victoria, royal residence for over 300 years, exploring forgotten stories of palace workers
Optional Activities
- Afternoon tea experience - luxurious signature London afternoon tea with fine teas, delicate finger sandwiches, and cakes in refined setting
Landmarks Kensington Palace - Day 16
London
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Airport transfer
