Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Paris
ParisOptional Activities
- Explore the Eiffel Tower and Seine riverbanks
- Visit the Champs-Élysées
- Discover local cafes and neighborhoods
Landmarks Eiffel Tower Seine Champs-Élysées - Day 2
Paris
Paris- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Paris by coach - see Palais Garnier, Louvre, Les Invalides, and Seine River
- Secrets of Montmartre guided tour - explore cobblestone streets, see the Vineyard of Montmartre
Landmarks Palais Garnier Louvre Les Invalides Montmartre Vineyard of Montmartre - Day 3
Paris to Bordeaux
Paris to Bordeaux- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- High-speed train transfer to Bordeaux
- Day 4
Bordeaux to Libourne
Bordeaux to Libourne- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Cruise from Bordeaux to Libourne
- Guided tour of Saint-Émilion World Heritage village
- Visit Monolithic Church of Saint-Émilion
Optional Activities
- Moonlit stroll along the river
- Visit local pubs and wine bars in Libourne
Landmarks Saint-Émilion Monolithic Church - Day 5
Libourne to Pauillac
Libourne to Pauillac- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Walking tour of Libourne
- Scenic Freechoice: Wines and vineyards of Saint-Émilion
- Scenic Freechoice: Secrets of the Dordogne - Château de Vayres legends
- Scenic Freechoice: Cycling from Libourne
- Scenic Freechoice: Paint and pour - art class with local wines
Landmarks Libourne Saint-Émilion Château de Vayres Fronsac Pauillac - Day 6
Pauillac to Fort Médoc
Pauillac to Fort MédocIncluded Activities
- Médoc wine tasting by coach - travel through picturesque region to local winery with wine 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 - glass of champagne on arrival with live classical music performance
Landmarks Château d'Agassac - Day 7
Fort Médoc to Cadillac
Fort Médoc to CadillacIncluded Activities
- Cruise from Fort Médoc to Cadillac
Optional Activities
- Massage treatment
- Scenic Culinaire cooking demonstration - French cuisine
Landmarks Cadillac - Day 8
Cadillac - Sauternes Wine Region
Cadillac - Sauternes Wine Region- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Sauternes by coach - guided tour of vineyards and local wine estate with tasting
- Sauternes by bike - cycling through rolling vineyards to visit local wine estate with guided tour and tasting
- Château de Roquetaillade - guided tour of medieval fortress
- Biking in Loupiac wine region - guided cycling through landscapes with views of Château Benauge and Sainte-Croix-du-Mont
- Château Toulouse-Lautrec - guided exploration of château and artist's private apartments
Landmarks Château de Roquetaillade Château Benauge Sainte-Croix-du-Mont Château Toulouse-Lautrec - Day 9
Bordeaux
Bordeaux- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Bordeaux - coach and walking tour of city highlights including Gothic cathedral, Place de la Bourse, Cailhau Gate
- Cycling tour of Bordeaux - guided ride across bridges, past Royal Gate and Palais Rohan, through public gardens with local treats like canelé
- Shop with a chef and Scenic Culinaire - local food market visit and French cooking demonstration on board
- Bordeaux in the shadow of WWII - immersive walking tour exploring WWII history, resistance, sacrifice and survival
- Tasting of fresh oysters from Arcachon Bay
Optional Activities
- Bassins des Lumières - exclusive after-hours access to former WWII submarine base with digital art installation, glass of champagne on arrival, customized show for Scenic guests
Landmarks Gothic Cathedral of Bordeaux Place de la Bourse Cailhau Gate Royal Gate Palais Rohan Mercado de San Miguel Bassins des Lumières Arcachon Bay - Day 10
Bordeaux to Bourg
Bordeaux to BourgIncluded Activities
- Cité du Vin museum - interactive journey of wine discovery with nearly 20 themed exhibits on wine's global journey
- Tour Bordeaux by motorbike & sidecar - ride through historic Chatrons district, Rue Notre Dame, riverside quays along Garonne, Saint-Pierre district
- Visit Arcachon - walking tour of charming bayside town with free time at Baltard Market for local delicacies and seafood
- Eleanor of Aquitaine - Story of the Queen who ruled France and England - immersive journey through Bordeaux exploring life of Middle Ages' most powerful woman
Landmarks Cité du Vin Arcachon Baltard Market - Day 11
Bourg
Bourg- Meals
- Lunch (Included lunch during full day excursion to Cognac)
Included Activities
- Bourg with Carriages Museum - guided walk through village streets, explore historic Citadel, visit Horse Carriage Museum
- Historic Saintes - walking tour of 2,000-year-old town, Arch of Germanicus (Roman), World Heritage-listed Saint-Eutrope Basilica
- Full day excursion to Cognac - guided walking tour of fortified city, included lunch, tour of Rémy Martin estate, cognac tasting
Landmarks Bourg Citadel Saintes Arch of Germanicus Saint-Eutrope Basilica Cognac Rémy Martin Estate - Day 12
Bourg to Blaye to Bordeaux
Bourg to Blaye to BordeauxIncluded Activities
- Walking tour of Blaye - stroll through charming town, tour 17th-century Vauban Citadel, explore historic streets
- Active walking tour of Blaye - tour Citadel with local guide, learn about Sébastien Vauban's defense system
- Cycling along the Captain's Road - active cycling tour along waterway named for WWI Captains, pass riverside villages, ancient villa ruins, manor houses, limestone quarries
- Visit Château de La Roche Courbon - tour elegantly restored Renaissance château originally a fortress, explore superb gardens
Landmarks Blaye Citadel Château de La Roche Courbon - Day 13
Bordeaux to Madrid
Bordeaux to MadridIncluded Activities
- Flight from Bordeaux to Madrid
- Transfer to luxury hotel
Optional Activities
- Explore Madrid at leisure
- Day 14
Madrid
Madrid- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Delicious dinner in a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Madrid - 17th century Austrian Quarter, Sabatini Gardens, Cibeles and Neptuno Fountains, bullfighting ring, Royal Palace panorama, Templo de Debod Egyptian temple from 2nd century BC
Landmarks Sabatini Gardens Cibeles Fountain Neptuno Fountain Royal Palace Templo de Debod - Day 15
Madrid
Madrid- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Excursion to Toledo - guided walking tour of ancient walled city with medieval architecture, cobbled streets, historic gates like Puerta de la Bisagra, Plaza del Zocodove
- Tastes of Madrid walking tour - local guide introducing flavours of Madrid with food tastings along the way, stop at Mercado de San Miguel for gourmet tapas and cheeses, taste jamón ibérico and pinchos with history
Optional Activities
- Browse fashionable boutiques in city centre plazas
- Relax in Madrid's manicured gardens
- Explore the surrounding area
Landmarks Toledo Puerta de la Bisagra Plaza del Zocodove Mercado de San Miguel - Day 16
Madrid
Madrid- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Gourmet walking tour of Madrid
Landmarks Madrid
