Brilliant Bordeaux

7 nights from £3,499pp departing Sunday 7th May 2023

Set sail along three stunning rivers, the Garonne, Dordogne and Gironde, on one fascinatingly historical and invigorating journey. Explore the country’s breathtaking backdrops, wines and cultural treasures across the region in Bordeaux, Fort Médoc, Cadillac, Blaye, Libourne and more. Wander through archaeological marvels, historic landmarks and magnificent vineyards where you’ll be treated to a sampling of quintessentially French experiences. Embark on a scenic drive from Blaye to Bourg along the Route de la Corniche Fleurie and marvel at the sights of Blaye Fortress and Lansac Windmill ...

Itinerary

Map

					Arrive	Depart
	7th07	MayMay	202323	Bordeaux, France, embark on the S.S. Bon Voyage
Bordeaux as a whole, rather than any particular points within it, is what you'll want to visit in order to understand why Victor Hugo described it as Versailles plus Antwerp, and why the painter Francisco de Goya, when exiled from his native Spain, chose it as his last home (he died here in 1828). The capital of southwest France and the region's largest city, Bordeaux remains synonymous with the wine trade: wine shippers have long maintained their headquarters along the banks of the Garonne, while buyers from around the world arrive for the huge biennial Vinexpo show (held in odd-number years).Bordeaux is, admittedly, a less exuberant city than many others in France, but lively and stylish elements are making a dent in its conservative veneer. The cleaned-up riverfront is said by some, after a bottle or two, to exude an elegance reminiscent of St. Petersburg, and that aura of 18th-century élan also permeates the historic downtown sector—“le vieux Bordeaux"—where fine shops invite exploration. To the south of the city center are old docklands undergoing renewal—one train station has now been transformed into a big multiplex movie theater—but the area is still a bit shady. To get a feel for the historic port of Bordeaux, take the 90-minute boat trip that leaves Quai Louis-XVIII every weekday afternoon, or the regular passenger ferry that plies the Garonne between Quai Richelieu and the Pont d'Aquitaine in summer. A nice time to stroll around the city center is the first Sunday of the month, when it's pedestrian-only and vehicles are banned. Arrive at Bordeaux-Mérignac International Airport. If your cruise package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the ship.
	8th08	MayMay	202323	Cadillac, France
The French phrase “la douceur de vivre” is an accurate description for your time in Cadillac, known for its deliciously flavored dessert wines. Visit Château Royal de Cazeneuve, site of Henry IV’s and Queen Margot’s tempestuous love. Meet the owner around a glass of Sauternes in the reception hall.
	9th09	MayMay	202323	Pauillac, France
The legendary Médoc region abounds with prestigious wine châteaux in a dizzying array of architectural styles, as well as miles of grapevines stretching to infinity. Take a scenic drive through the storied Médoc wine route, followed by a wine tasting at a beautiful wine estate.
	10th10	MayMay	202323	Blaye, France
The Route de la Corniche Fleurie…could this be the most beautiful road you’ve ever traveled? Find out today on the drive to Blaye Fortress, passing through one impossibly picturesque hamlet after another. Once you arrive, you’ll discover the wonders of this historic fortress, a UNESCO-designated citadel that once protected Bordeaux from attacks by sea.
	11th11	MayMay	202323	Libourne, France
With Libourne as your base, travel to nearby breathtaking Saint-Émilion and immerse yourself more deeply in the region’s history and wine culture. The medieval town of Saint-Émilion is an ideal place to linger. Wander its cobblestone lanes lined with wine shops and bakeries, and stop to admire the amazing rock-hewn church that extends beneath the city’s streets.
	12th12	MayMay	202323	Libourne, France
France’s rich agricultural tradition is the heart and soul of the region’s exquisite cuisine—and what better way to get a taste for the freshest vegetables, cheeses, breads and fruits than with a visit to Libourne’s lively farmers’ market?
	13th13	MayMay	202323	Bordeaux, France
Bordeaux as a whole, rather than any particular points within it, is what you'll want to visit in order to understand why Victor Hugo described it as Versailles plus Antwerp, and why the painter Francisco de Goya, when exiled from his native Spain, chose it as his last home (he died here in 1828). The capital of southwest France and the region's largest city, Bordeaux remains synonymous with the wine trade: wine shippers have long maintained their headquarters along the banks of the Garonne, while buyers from around the world arrive for the huge biennial Vinexpo show (held in odd-number years).Bordeaux is, admittedly, a less exuberant city than many others in France, but lively and stylish elements are making a dent in its conservative veneer. The cleaned-up riverfront is said by some, after a bottle or two, to exude an elegance reminiscent of St. Petersburg, and that aura of 18th-century élan also permeates the historic downtown sector—“le vieux Bordeaux"—where fine shops invite exploration. To the south of the city center are old docklands undergoing renewal—one train station has now been transformed into a big multiplex movie theater—but the area is still a bit shady. To get a feel for the historic port of Bordeaux, take the 90-minute boat trip that leaves Quai Louis-XVIII every weekday afternoon, or the regular passenger ferry that plies the Garonne between Quai Richelieu and the Pont d'Aquitaine in summer. A nice time to stroll around the city center is the first Sunday of the month, when it's pedestrian-only and vehicles are banned. Discover Bordeaux’s many charms today, either on foot with a local expert or on two wheels—the locals’ preferred way to navigate the city’s charming backstreets. You have a wonderful selection of active opportunities to see this magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Site.
	14th14	MayMay	202323	Bordeaux, France, disembark the S.S. Bon Voyage
Bordeaux as a whole, rather than any particular points within it, is what you'll want to visit in order to understand why Victor Hugo described it as Versailles plus Antwerp, and why the painter Francisco de Goya, when exiled from his native Spain, chose it as his last home (he died here in 1828). The capital of southwest France and the region's largest city, Bordeaux remains synonymous with the wine trade: wine shippers have long maintained their headquarters along the banks of the Garonne, while buyers from around the world arrive for the huge biennial Vinexpo show (held in odd-number years).Bordeaux is, admittedly, a less exuberant city than many others in France, but lively and stylish elements are making a dent in its conservative veneer. The cleaned-up riverfront is said by some, after a bottle or two, to exude an elegance reminiscent of St. Petersburg, and that aura of 18th-century élan also permeates the historic downtown sector—“le vieux Bordeaux"—where fine shops invite exploration. To the south of the city center are old docklands undergoing renewal—one train station has now been transformed into a big multiplex movie theater—but the area is still a bit shady. To get a feel for the historic port of Bordeaux, take the 90-minute boat trip that leaves Quai Louis-XVIII every weekday afternoon, or the regular passenger ferry that plies the Garonne between Quai Richelieu and the Pont d'Aquitaine in summer. A nice time to stroll around the city center is the first Sunday of the month, when it's pedestrian-only and vehicles are banned. Disembark the ship. If your cruise package includes a group departure transfer or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to Bordeaux-Mérignac International Airport for your flight home.

S.S. Bon Voyage

Launch Year

2006

Refit Year

2019

Tonnage

5,000

Capacity

130

Cabins

Accessible

La Gironde Deck

Bordeaux Deck

La Durance Deck

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Suite

Lavishly appointed riverview suite (217 sq ft - 20.2 sq m) with French Balcony

Handcrafted Savoir of England beds draped in fine linens with choice of pillows, built-in closets, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV wit infotainment centre and satellite, and bottled water

Bathroom features L'Occitane en Provence bath and body products, plush towels, cosy bathrobes and slippers

Many more additional special amenities and services

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Blue Fox Café

Enjoy lunch al fresco whilst enjoying the scenery passing by.

Claret Room

Speciality dinner venue accommodating 12 passengers with sommelier service. Discover local specialities and fine wines from a local winery.

Le Bordelais Restaurant

The onboard restaurant offers guests gourmet dinners paired with distinctive wines and craft beers, culinary demonstrations and tastings as well as private onshore wine and beer tastings exclusively for Uniworld guests.

Chefs will serve signature dishes designed to soothe the soul and warm the heart, along with their traveling Lite menu with health-conscious options.

With Early Riser breakfasts, Afternoon Tea, All-day Bistro menu for snacks and Al fresco dining, there is just so much to excite your tastebuds!

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Salon Gascogne & Aquitaine Bar

The Salon Gascogne boasts a panoramic view, a full-service bar, the Aquitaine Bar and a dance floor. Thanks to its close proximity to the onboard library, it's the perfect place to unwind with a good book, or partake in lively conversations with like-minded passengers.

Claret Room

This wine bar is a great place to discover local wines.

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Holiday Summary

	Return flights including luggage allowance
	Overseas Transfers
	7 nights cruising on the Garonne, Gironde
	Return airport transfers
	All alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages included
	Gratuities Included
	Choice of shore excursions in every port
	Exclusive special events
	Speciality restaurants included
	Bikes for passenger use
	In-room mini bar
	Free Wi-Fi included
	Room Service (category dependant)
	Self-service laundry
	Butler Service (category dependant)
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

Oceanview staterooms from		£3,499pp
CLASSIC	Classic	£3,499pp
DELUXE	Deluxe	£3,999pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£3,499pp
CLASSIC	Classic	£3,499pp
DELUXE	Deluxe	£3,999pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£3,499pp
CLASSIC	Classic	£3,499pp
DELUXE	Deluxe	£3,999pp

	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
	(All prices are £GBP per person)
Sun 14th May 202314 May 23	3,499	4,599
Sun 14th May 202314 May 23	3,499	4,599
Sun 14th May 202314 May 23	3,499	4,599
Sun 21st May 202321 May 23	3,099	4,199
Sun 21st May 202321 May 23	3,099	4,199
Sun 21st May 202321 May 23	3,099	4,199
Sun 28th May 202328 May 23	3,099
Sun 28th May 202328 May 23	3,099
Sun 28th May 202328 May 23	3,099
Sun 4th Jun 202304 Jun 23	3,499
Sun 4th Jun 202304 Jun 23	3,499
Sun 4th Jun 202304 Jun 23	3,499
Sun 11th Jun 202311 Jun 23	2,699
Sun 11th Jun 202311 Jun 23	2,699
Sun 11th Jun 202311 Jun 23	2,699
Sun 18th Jun 202318 Jun 23	2,699
Sun 18th Jun 202318 Jun 23	2,699
Sun 18th Jun 202318 Jun 23	2,699
Sun 25th Jun 202325 Jun 23	2,699	3,799
Sun 25th Jun 202325 Jun 23	2,699	3,799
Sun 25th Jun 202325 Jun 23	2,699	3,799
Sun 2nd Jul 202302 Jul 23	2,399
Sun 2nd Jul 202302 Jul 23	2,399
Sun 2nd Jul 202302 Jul 23	2,399
Sun 9th Jul 202309 Jul 23	2,699	3,799
Sun 9th Jul 202309 Jul 23	2,699	3,799
Sun 9th Jul 202309 Jul 23	2,699	3,799
Sun 16th Jul 202316 Jul 23	2,099	3,199
Sun 16th Jul 202316 Jul 23	2,099	3,199
Sun 16th Jul 202316 Jul 23	2,099	3,199
Sun 23rd Jul 202323 Jul 23	1,799	2,899
Sun 23rd Jul 202323 Jul 23	1,799	2,899
Sun 23rd Jul 202323 Jul 23	1,799	2,899
Sun 30th Jul 202330 Jul 23	2,099	3,199
Sun 30th Jul 202330 Jul 23	2,099	3,199
Sun 30th Jul 202330 Jul 23	2,099	3,199
Sun 6th Aug 202306 Aug 23	1,999	3,099	7,299
Sun 6th Aug 202306 Aug 23	1,999	3,099	7,299
Sun 6th Aug 202306 Aug 23	1,999	3,099	7,299
Sun 13th Aug 202313 Aug 23	2,399		7,699
Sun 13th Aug 202313 Aug 23	2,399		7,699
Sun 13th Aug 202313 Aug 23	2,399		7,699
Sun 20th Aug 202320 Aug 23	1,999	3,099	5,499
Sun 20th Aug 202320 Aug 23	1,999	3,099	5,499
Sun 20th Aug 202320 Aug 23	1,999	3,099	5,499
Sun 27th Aug 202327 Aug 23	3,799
Sun 27th Aug 202327 Aug 23	3,799
Sun 27th Aug 202327 Aug 23	3,799
Sun 3rd Sep 202303 Sep 23	3,699	4,799
Sun 3rd Sep 202303 Sep 23	3,699	4,799
Sun 3rd Sep 202303 Sep 23	3,699	4,799
Sun 17th Sep 202317 Sep 23	3,699
Sun 17th Sep 202317 Sep 23	3,699
Sun 17th Sep 202317 Sep 23	3,699
Sun 24th Sep 202324 Sep 23	3,999
Sun 24th Sep 202324 Sep 23	3,999
Sun 24th Sep 202324 Sep 23	3,999
Sun 1st Oct 202301 Oct 23	3,999
Sun 1st Oct 202301 Oct 23	3,999
Sun 1st Oct 202301 Oct 23	3,999
Sun 8th Oct 202308 Oct 23	2,899
Sun 8th Oct 202308 Oct 23	2,899
Sun 8th Oct 202308 Oct 23	2,899
Sun 15th Oct 202315 Oct 23	2,699	3,799
Sun 15th Oct 202315 Oct 23	2,699	3,799
Sun 15th Oct 202315 Oct 23	2,699	3,799
Sun 22nd Oct 202322 Oct 23	2,699	3,799	6,199
Sun 22nd Oct 202322 Oct 23	2,699	3,799	6,199
Sun 22nd Oct 202322 Oct 23	2,699	3,799	6,199
Sun 29th Oct 202329 Oct 23	2,499	3,599	5,999
Sun 29th Oct 202329 Oct 23	2,499	3,599	5,999
Sun 29th Oct 202329 Oct 23	2,499	3,599	5,999
Sun 24th Mar 202424 Mar 24	3,059	4,229	6,389
Sun 31st Mar 202431 Mar 24	3,599	4,229	6,389
Sun 7th Apr 202407 Apr 24	3,239	4,409	6,569
Sun 14th Apr 202414 Apr 24	2,294	3,509	7,379
Sun 21st Apr 202421 Apr 24	3,599	4,769	6,929
Sun 28th Apr 202428 Apr 24	3,599	4,769	6,929
Sun 5th May 202405 May 24	2,519	3,689	5,849
Sun 12th May 202412 May 24	3,599	4,769
Sun 19th May 202419 May 24	3,599	4,769
Sun 26th May 202426 May 24	2,519	3,689	5,849
Sun 2nd Jun 202402 Jun 24	3,599	4,769	6,929
Sun 9th Jun 202409 Jun 24	3,599	4,769	6,929
Sun 16th Jun 202416 Jun 24	3,599	4,769	6,929
Sun 23rd Jun 202423 Jun 24	3,599	4,769	6,929
Sun 30th Jun 202430 Jun 24	3,239	4,409	6,569
Sun 7th Jul 202407 Jul 24	3,239	4,409	6,569
Sun 14th Jul 202414 Jul 24	2,699	3,869	6,029
Sun 21st Jul 202421 Jul 24	3,239	4,409	6,569
Sun 28th Jul 202428 Jul 24	2,699	3,869	6,029
Sun 4th Aug 202404 Aug 24	3,239	4,409	6,569
Sun 11th Aug 202411 Aug 24	3,239	4,409	6,569
Sun 18th Aug 202418 Aug 24	3,239	4,409	6,569
Sun 1st Sep 202401 Sep 24	3,779	4,949	7,109
Sun 8th Sep 202408 Sep 24	3,779	4,949	8,819
Sun 15th Sep 202415 Sep 24	3,779	4,949	7,109
Sun 22nd Sep 202422 Sep 24	3,779	4,949	7,109
Sun 29th Sep 202429 Sep 24	3,779	4,949	7,109
Sun 6th Oct 202406 Oct 24	3,779	4,949	7,109
Sun 13th Oct 202413 Oct 24	2,294	3,509	5,669
Sun 20th Oct 202420 Oct 24	3,599	4,769	6,929
Sun 27th Oct 202427 Oct 24	3,059	4,229	6,389