Taste of Bordeaux Riverboat Cruise

August 30, 2023 thru September 10, 2023

Expansive vineyards and rivers cover the landscape around Bordeaux, France. Now is your chance to indulge in one of Europe’s greatest culinary and luxurious experiences. There has never been a better time to experience France. Aboard the AmaDolce, we will indulge on a truly unique cruise apart from the rests. We visit notable towns, such as Libourne, Blaye, Bourg, Pauillac and Cadillac – famed cities for their centuries wine-making and deep history. Our experience onboard the AmaDolce will be like no other, and with Pleasurebent taking care of your lodging and travel needs, you know you’ll be in great hands as you explore France. Grab your camera and friends and join us on a cruise you’ll never forget.


Transportation

Air transportation included

Air transportation included

Transportation

7-day cruise with all meals onboard

Meals provided when onboard

Duration

12 days, 11 nights

7 nights onboard the AmaDolce

Activity Level

Relaxed

Meals

Meals onboard included; 3 breakfasts when not onboard

Availability

Available

Pickup/Dropoff

Roundtrip door to door transportation included


Tour Highlights

  • Complimentary drinks, meals and even access to bicycles while onboard the AmaDolce
  • Several wine tasting opportunities in France’s famed Loire Valley and more
  • Experience cultural events, like local dancing and incredible museums
  • History lovers will be able to indulge in deep medieval tales and history
  • A French-speaking guide to help you on your trip, creating a seamless experience

Inclusions

  • AIR transportation TUS to Bordeaux, France to TUS (not including baggage & in-flight charges)
  • All airport/hotel/ship transfers
  • Transportation by deluxe motor coach
  • Roundtrip door to door livery service
  • 7-night cruise with all meals onboard
  • 4 nights lodging at excellent hotels
  • Admission to all listed attractions
  • Hop-On Hop-Off shore excursions
  • Baggage handling at hotels (for one piece)
  • Government fees and air taxes
  • Your Pleasurebent Tours Escort (with 20 or more travelers)


Day 1 - Departure

We leave the Tucson airport on our overnight flights to Bordeaux.

Day 2 - Arrival to Bordeaux

Upon arrival, we clear immigration and transfer to our luxurious ship for our 7-night cruise. (Dinner)

Day 3 - Libourne and Saint Émilion

This morning, we take in the romance of the Bordeaux region on a scenic morning cruise. We dock in Libourne, a gateway to one of Bordeaux’s most elite wine regions. We can join an excursion to Saint Émilion, known for its celebrated vineyards, and explore the monolithic church carved out of one piece of limestone rock. Afterwards, we enjoy a Grand Cru Classé wine tasting. (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Day 4 - Libournce to Blaye

Today we explore more of Libourne, while strolling through the colorful, open­air market, tasting some of the region’s specialties. Later in the day, we set sail for Blaye, where we’ll enjoy an evening at leisure. (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Day 5 - Bourg

In Blaye, we can join a tour of its 17th ­century citadel, then sail to Bourg. In Bourg, we might visit the Carriage Museum, which houses a wonderful collection of horse­drawn vehicles. Later in the day, we experience an exclusive wine festival where we meet the local wine growers and taste wines and enjoy live French music and dancing. (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Day 6 - Pauillac and Vineyards

Pauillac, a lovely village on the Left Bank of the Gironde Estuary, is gateway to the famed Médoc region, renowned for producing some of the world’s finest Bordeaux wines. (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Day 7 - Cadillac and Castle Roquetaillade

Today, we dock in Cadillac where we visit the impressive Castle of Roquetaillade, then travel to the Sauternes wine region to taste the highly prized golden­hued sweet wines produced here. (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Day 8 - Bordeaux and Les Halles de Bacalan

We arrive in Bordeaux, the breathtaking capital of the wine world. We’ll 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. In the evening, we enjoy a spectacular illumination cruise, gazing at the iconic structures of Bordeaux as they glow against the night sky. (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Day 9 - Disembarkment and Amboise

We disembark the AmaDolce and transfer to Amboise in the Loire Valley for two nights. (breakfast)

Day 10 - Loire Valley

Today we visit three of the Loire Valley’s regal châteaux: the Château de Chenonceau, one of the most beautiful castles in France, the Château du Clos Lucé (da Vinci’s last home) and the Château d’Amboise, where da Vinci is buried. (breakfast)

Day 11 - Paris

We check out of our hotel en route to Paris, visit two more majestic châteaux Chateau de Chambord and Chateau de Bois. We arrive at our Paris airport hotel. (breakfast)

Day 12 - Home

We return home to Tucson, full of good wines and great memories of beautiful Bordeaux and the Loire Valley. (breakfast)

Itinerary subject to change.


Package Pricing

$6,875

E - Fixed Windows

Deposit: 20% holds your space

$7,975

C - French Balcony

Deposit: 20% holds your space

$8,375

A - French Balcony

Deposit: 20% holds your space

*Price per person, including air from TUS, double occupancy.

Single occupancy Upon Request, Limited Availability.

Deposit: 20% holds your space

Final Payment Due

May 24, 2023

Deposit: Final Balance Varies

Price Includes

• AIR transportation TUS to Bordeaux, France to TUS (not including baggage & in-flight charges)
• All airport/hotel/ship transfers
• Transportation by deluxe motor coach
• Roundtrip door to door livery service
• 7-night cruise with all meals onboard
• 4 nights lodging at excellent hotels
• Admission to all listed attractions
• Hop-On Hop-Off shore excursions
• Baggage handling at hotels (for one piece)
• Government fees and air taxes
• Your Pleasurebent Tours Escort (with 20 or more travelers)


Booking Policy

Cancellation Fees:

  • $400 until May 24, 2023
  • 100%* – after May 24, 2023

​*Percentage of total price

We pride ourselves on great service and an enjoyable experience for all and are happy to go over our booking policies with you. If you’d like to learn more about our booking policies before your trip, give us a call at 520.325.8839, or visit our Booking Policies page.

Travel Insurance

In today’s changing travel environment, it’s important to protect your travel investment so you can relax and enjoy your trip. Unforeseen events such as flight delays, baggage loss or even a sudden sickness or injury could impact your travel plans. For your convenience, we offer the following Travelex Insurance Services protection plan for this tour:

360° GROUP CHOICE

360° Adult Group Choice Flyer – Provides an overview of benefits and coverage limits

360° Adult Group Choice Policy – Provides the full coverage term details, including exclusions and limitations

$559 covers trip costs up to $9,000 or $621 covers trip costs up to $10,000. Cost may be more or less depending on your total trip cost. If you do not wish to purchase at booking, the plan can be purchased any time prior to final payment. Contact us to purchase. For questions regarding benefits or coverages, please contact Travelex Insurance Services at 888-574-7026 and reference plan number GCB-0521.

The product descriptions provided here are only brief summaries. The full coverage terms and details, including limitations and exclusions, are contained in the insurance policy. Travelex Insurance Services, Inc. CA Agency License #0D10209. Travel Insurance is underwritten by Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance Company; NAIC #22276. X41


ACTIVITY LEVEL RATING

Level 2: Relaxed

Expectations: This tour requires light physical activity combined with shorter travel days. Tour members should expect intermittent walking, with occasional slight inclines and stair climbs, including boarding the motorcoach. Activities may include an occasional city or nature walking tour, stopping along the way. Guests should be able to climb a set of stairs, walk up or down slight slopes and navigate some uneven terrain or cobblestone.

Appropriate for: Travelers who are somewhat physically fit and comfortable with longer days of touring

Visit our Activity Level Ratings page for full information on the ratings system.

ITINERARY

For your reference, we send to you a detailed itinerary approximately 3-4 weeks prior to the scheduled tour departure. This has a day-by-day breakdown of times and events, and hotel information where you can be reached in case of an emergency.

The times listed on the itinerary are all approximate. We cannot be held responsible for schedule changes due to unforeseen circumstances with the weather, transportation agents, highway conditions, hotels or contracting agents.

EMERGENCY CONTACT

It is always a good idea to carry on your person a list of medications that you are taking and an emergency contact phone number while you are traveling. And we suggest making a copy of the itinerary and providing it to a friend or family member.

GRATUITIES/ITEMS INCLUDED IN PRICE

All hotel baggage handling fees are included. We also include basic gratuities for the Tour Director, Coach Driver, Livery Drivers and local Tour Guides.

Hotel housekeeping tips are not included.

LIVERY

For your convenience, we have a (round-tour) door-to-door pickup service with each multi-day tour. (This service is not available to all clients depending on your location.) Approximately 2 to 3 days prior to the departure date you will receive a call from our office and we will tell you your assigned pickup time. (These times can vary up to 15 minutes depending on traffic.)

TRAVEL REQUESTS

At time of booking or as soon as possible please notify us of mobility limitations or food allergies. We will forward these to restaurants and attractions as needed. Please also let us know if you have dietary preferences. We usually can accommodate vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free diets.

LODGING REQUESTS

We pay close attention to your requests but please realize that these are merely requests and cannot be guaranteed. If you would like to request special accommodations at the hotel(s) where we are lodging, please let us know at booking or as soon as possible and we will forward these requests for you. The phone numbers of the hotel(s) where we are staying will be listed on the itinerary sent to you before the tour.

RESPONSIBILITY

Pleasurebent Tours acts solely as an agent in arranging hotels, transportation, sightseeing, baggage-handling, and other services and does not assume any liability for injury, damage, loss or delay due to any act or default of any company or person. We, along with our subcontractors, reserve the right to make changes to an itinerary if it is necessary for the proper handling of a tour.

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