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Cruise · AMAWaterways · 7 nights

Taste of Bordeaux (Wine Cruise)

  • Dedicated wine expert hosts tastings and curated food and wine pairing dinner aboard ship
  • Choice of excursions including bike tours, vineyard hikes and walking tours daily
  • Seven nights accommodation aboard AmaWaterways river ship AmaDolce with morning scenic cruising
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$6,849 pp twin share
7 nights
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3 departures

  1. Thu 29 Oct 2026 → Thu 5 Nov 2026 7 nights · Bordeaux · AmaDolce Outside $6,999 Balcony $9,696 from $6,999 pp twin share Select
  2. Thu 5 Nov 2026 → Thu 12 Nov 2026 7 nights · Bordeaux · AmaDolce Outside $6,849 Balcony $9,546 from $6,849 pp twin share Enquire
  3. Thu 12 Nov 2026 → Thu 19 Nov 2026 7 nights · Bordeaux · AmaDolce Outside $6,474 Balcony $8,721 from $6,474 pp twin share Select
Cruise Snapshot
7 Nights

River cruise through Bordeaux's legendary vineyards with expert-led wine tastings and immersive French culture

  • Grand Cru Classé wine tastings at renowned châteaux throughout the Médoc region
  • Exclusive wine festival in Bourg with local growers, live music and dancing
  • Immersive Cité du Vin wine museum and UNESCO World Heritage Bordeaux city tour

Trip Details

Departs
Thu 5 Nov 2026
Returns
Thu 12 Nov 2026
Embarks
Bordeaux
Ship
AmaDolce
Operator
AMAWaterways

Travel to France’s legendary wine capital, Bordeaux, on an enhanced epicurean experience. Iconic châteaux, timeless vineyards and delicious wine tastings are plentiful on this wine-themed journey. Attend an exclusive wine festival in Bourg, sample Grand Cru Classé wines and experience the wonderful world of viticulture with all your senses at the immersive Cité du Vin museum in Bordeaux. Hosted by a dedicated wine expert who leads tastings and a specially curated food and wine pairing dinner on board, this journey is a must for anyone interested in the best of French wine and cuisine.

This river cruise journeys through France, calling at Bordeaux, Bordeaux, 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.

Life in transit

AmaDolce

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Deck plans
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AmaDolce · Deck plans

Piano Deck

AmaDolce — Piano Deck deck plan

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. 1

    Bordeaux

    Thu 5 Nov
    EMBARKATION – BORDEAUX, FRANCE. Embark the ship for your Taste of Bordeaux cruise.
  2. 2

    Bordeaux

    Fri 6 Nov
    BORDEAUX - LIBOURNE. Take in the romance of Bordeaux as you pass iconic sights on a scenic morning cruise. Later in the day, dock in 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. Afterwards, you may choose to enjoy a Grand Cru Classé wine tasting at a local château. If you prefer a more active adventure, pedal through the vineyard-rich countryside to Saint-Émilion and then to a château for a Grand Cru Classé wine tasting.
  3. 3

    Libourne

    Sat 7 Nov
    LIBOURNE - BLAYE. Spend time discovering the Bastide town of Libourne on a walking tour or stroll through the colorful, open-air market, tasting some of the region’s specialties. Or, you can get your heart pumping by venturing deeper into town on an invigorating bike tour or hiking through one of Libourne’s renowned vineyards. Later in the day, set sail for Blaye, where you’ll enjoy an evening at your leisure.
  4. 4

    Blaye

    Sun 8 Nov
    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 from Blaye through the idyllic French countryside. While in the ancient village of Bourg, take a walking tour and visit the Carriage Museum, which houses a wonderful collection of horse-drawn vehicles. Later in the day, 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. 5

    Cussac Fort Medoc

    Mon 9 Nov
    CUSSAC-FORT MEDOC. Cussac-Fort Medoc, a lovely village on the bank of the Gironde Estuary, is gateway to the famed Médoc region, renowned for producing some of the world’s finest Bordeaux wines. You will see some of the most beautiful and famous wine estates, including Château Latour, Château Mouton Rothschild, Château Lafite Rothschild and Château Pichon Longueville. You’ll then visit either Château Léoville Barton or Château Léoville Poyferré for a tasting of Grand Cru wines. Alternately, you can visit Lynch Bages, a quaint wine estate and village, followed by a wine and local specialties tasting. Or, enjoy a coast drive to Soulac-sur-Mer where you’ll see unique sights, such as the Statue of Liberty and the Cordouan lighthouse known to be the oldest in France.
  6. 6

    Cadillac

    Tue 10 Nov
    CADILLAC. Visit the impressive Castle of Roquetaillade, an amazingly preserved masterpiece of medieval military architecture owned by the same noble family for 700 years. Or, travel to the Sauternes wine region to either Chateau de Rayne Vigneau or Chateau Guiraud to taste the highly prized golden-hued sweet wines produced here. In the evening, enjoy a spectacular illumination cruise, gazing at the iconic structures of Bordeaux as they glow against the night sky. (B,L,D
  7. 7

    Bordeaux

    Wed 11 Nov
    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 immersive and interactive Bordeaux Wine Museum, housed in an awe-inspiring building. Bike enthusiasts will wish to join a tour along the city’s amazing network of bicycle paths.
  8. 8

    Bordeaux

    Thu 12 Nov
    BORDEAUX – DISEMBARKATION. Disembark the ship and prepare for your flight home. B,L,D – Indicates Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included on this day.
What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

  • Morning scenic cruising.
  • Saint-Émilion excursion and Grand Cru Classé wine tasting.
  • Saint-Émilion bike tour and wine tasting.
  • Vineyard hike.
  • Château de Vayres.
  • Libourne walking tour.
Where you’ll stay

Accommodation

Accommodation is aboard the AmaWaterways river ship AmaDolce.

Stateroom categories available

  • Suite
  • Category A+
  • Category A
  • Category B
  • Category C
  • Category D
  • Category E
  • Single
Taste of Bordeaux (Christmas Time) stateroom
Taste of Bordeaux (Christmas Time) stateroom
From the operator

Common questions about this voyage

How long is this journey?
This itinerary runs for 8 days and 7 nights.
When can I travel?
Departures are currently scheduled between 29 Oct 2026 and 19 Nov 2026, subject to live availability.
Are there different departure options?
Yes, multiple departures may be available depending on your preferred travel period.
What is generally included?
Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.
What style of accommodation is used?
Accommodation is pre-arranged as part of the journey, with specific properties shown in the trip details.
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