Cruise · AMAWaterways · 7 nights

Taste of Bordeaux (New Year’s Celebration)

Included Saint-Émilion excursion and bike tour, with guided options
Hike through Château Boutinet with a wine and tapas tasting
Walking tour of Bourg with its Carriage Museum visit included

$4,888 pp twin share

7 nights

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Taste of Bordeaux (Taste of Christmas)

Taste of Bordeaux (Taste of Christmas) - route map

When & how much

Departure & Pricing

Your departure

Departs Thu 28 Dec 2028 Bordeaux

Returns Thu 4 Jan 2029 Bordeaux

Duration 7 nights

Ship AmaDolce

From pp twin share $4,888

Upgrades, transfers, accommodation and more can be quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.

Cruise Snapshot

7 Nights

A seven-night river cruise through France's Bordeaux wine country, visiting historic villages, castles and vineyards aboard AmaWaterways' AmaDolce

Tour centuries-old vineyards and taste Bordeaux's finest vintages
Visit historic Roquetaillade Castle and Château Boutinet
Explore the village of Saint-Émilion by excursion or bicycle

Trip Details

Departs: Thu 28 Dec 2028
Returns: Thu 4 Jan 2029
Embarks: Bordeaux
Ship: AmaDolce
Operator: AMAWaterways

From romantic walks to red wine, Bordeaux is the cultural capital of all that is quintessentially French. Follow wine's journey from countryside to cask as you tour centuries-old vineyards and taste Bordeaux's finest vintages throughout your river cruise experience. Step into living history when you visit historic Roquetaillade Castle and Château Boutinet, delighting in their elegant décor and regal architecture. Then, contrast their grandeur with the pastoral gems including the historic village of Saint-Émilion and the peaceful commune of Cussac-Fort-Medoc. Explore the cobblestone streets of Bordeaux and the rolling hills of the French countryside by foot or by bicycle, experiencing southern France according to your tastes. After indulging in Bordeaux's colorful culture and rich flavors, you and your palate will remember this journey for years to come.

This river cruise journeys through France, calling at Bordeaux, Libourne, Libourne, Blaye, Cussac Fort Medoc, Cadillac, Bordeaux and Bordeaux.

You'll sail aboard the AmaWaterways river ship AmaDolce.

On our river cruises, you will enjoy an extensive lineup of included tours. In many cases, you will have a choice of excursions, such as standard tours, bike tours, hikes and Special Interest Tours. We always include a large variety of activities so that you can choose how you want to explore. No matter your preference, your days will be full of discovery and wonder.

$4,888

pp twin share

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AmaDolce

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Deck plans: 4

AmaDolce · Deck plans

Piano Deck

Source: AmaWaterways, captured 10 October 2026. Deck plans are provided by the cruise line and are subject to change at any time.

Day by day

Itinerary

1
Bordeaux
Thu 28 Dec
BORDEAUX – EMBARKATION. Embark the ship for your Taste of Bordeaux cruise.
2
Libourne
Fri 29 Dec
LIBOURNE. Welcome to Libourne, a gateway to one of Bordeaux’s most elite wine regions. Join an excursion to Saint Émilion, known for its celebrated vineyards, and while here, explore the monolithic church carved out of one piece of limestone rock, and then go under the church to discover its catacombs and caves. If you prefer a more active adventure, pedal through the vineyard-rich countryside to Saint-Émilion.
3
Libourne
Sat 30 Dec
LIBOURNE. Stroll through the colorful, open-air market, tasting some of the region’s specialties. As a unique alternative, travel back in time to visit an ancient watermill and learn the tradition of breadmaking. Or, you can get your heart pumping by venturing deeper into town by hiking through one of Libourne’s renowned vineyards, accompanied by a tasting of local wine and tapas.
4
Blaye
Sun 31 Dec
BLAYE – BOURG. Once in Blaye, you can join a tour of its 17th-century citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. For a more active excursion, take a bike ride around Blaye along a former railway. Later in the day, you can choose to bike from Blaye through the idyllic French countryside to Bourg. Or, in the ancient village of Bourg, take a walking tour and visit the Carriage Museum, which houses a wonderful collection of horse-drawn vehicles, and the World War II Petrol Cistern. Towards the evening, experience the hospitality of this charming medieval village with an exclusive wine festival. Meet the local wine growers and taste the fruits of their labors as well as enjoy live French music and dancing.
5
Cussac Fort Medoc
Mon 1 Jan
CUSSAC-FORT-MEDOC. Cussac-Fort-Medoc is a peaceful commune in southwestern France and your gateway to the famed Médoc region, renowned for producing some of the world’s finest Bordeaux wines. Today, you can join a tour of the commune's famous wine estates. More active guests can hike through the vineyards, followed by a tasting of local specialties.
6
Cadillac
Tue 2 Jan
CADILLAC. Visit the impressive Royal Chateau Cazeneauve, an amazingly preserved masterpiece owned by the same noble family for generations to the current day. For those wishing to explore more of the history on the decadent castles, you can enjoy a visit to the Roquetaillade castle and Cadillac castle. Or, pedal through the charming town of Cadillac for a guided bike tour.
7
Bordeaux
Wed 3 Jan
BORDEAUX. The breathtaking capital of the wine world, Bordeaux is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and classified as a “City of Art and History.” You’ll have an opportunity to experience much of the rich culture and architecture on a city tour followed by a visit to the famed indoor Les Halles de Bacalan market for a tasting of local specialties to please the palate. Bike enthusiasts will wish to join a tour along the city’s amazing network of bicycle paths. In the afternoon, be treated to a spectacular sound and light show, Les Bassins des Lumières. Alternatively, you can enjoy a visit to the immersive and interactive Bordeaux Wine Museum, housed in an awe-inspiring building.
8
Bordeaux
Thu 4 Jan
BORDEAUX – DISEMBARKATION. Disembark the ship and prepare for your flight home. B,L,D – Indicates Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included on this day.